I'd focus on the pros and forget about the cons...since it's a bit late to change your mind.


I think it's all 'pros' anyway. You have more sense and more time than when you were young...probably are more financially secure and settled in your life. Friend of mine who had two children long after they thought they were 'done' have said they enjoy those two more than they did the 'earlier' kids because they (the parents) are more mature and confident now.


Congratulations.

this is a very simple view ..but if you have good health habits and are financially sound ( which i am assuming based on the other post)..and the marriage stays good ..

then id say there are almost all pros ..especially if the first batch turned out well

I'm more interested in how you came to be married to a much younger woman?

When he pulled up in his Lambo with the Gold chains since becoming a instant IM Guru the rest was history

In a more serious note - Congratulations hope you and your wife have a happy healthy baby.

Some of this threads can be quite entertaining .
OP I guess this is a good question for Reddit, if you're into it.

I had a kid at 40, does that count?

There are many more positives than negatives:

1. You are more mature and established in life;

2. You're probably more financially secure and can offer your new child things you couldn't have earlier in your life. I couldn't have afforded private school for my son when I was in my 20's;

3. You have more wisdom to impart now that you're a wise ol' sage;

4. You've been there, done that. You know when to wait out a child's illness and when to hightail it to the emergency room;

5. Younger parents give you a little more respect. The steely gaze of Salt and Pepper Dad opens a wide swath at the playground;

6. You understand just how precious life is and just how little time you have before your new child grows up. You'll know to find joy in the stolen moments of it all.

Here's my insider tip: never let your wife catch you tearing up at that cartoon movie you're watching. You can allow her to *think* she caught you, but always try to maintain ambiguity. Otherwise, you'll never hear the end of it.

Also, invest in batteries, super glue, and tiny screwdrivers.

One more tip: After you accidently (of course) swear, shout "Peas and Carrots!" (or some other nonsense). The kid will cue in on the shouted vegetables and forget the curse words.

allegandro, if we're judging by the group below, you started EARLY!

George Clooney had twins in his late 50's

Billy Joel, 66
Jeff Godlblum, 62
Steve Martin, 67
George Lucas, 69
Mic Jagger, 73
Michael Douglas, 58
Rod Stewart, 66

The key is staying strong!

Meaning, walking daily, lifting weights, eating healthy, drinking water, avoid sugar, junk foods, cigarettes and hard liquor.

And, most importantly, laugh!

Hope that helps!

Congratulations!

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I have a grown up son, I'm a similar age to you and also have the much younger girlfriend but no mini-rats on the way, although it is still a possibility and the topic has been discussed.

There used to be a copywriter on this forum (7 years ago or something?) who lived in France and he was in his early sixties with a younger wife and a toddler he had with her, I can't remember his name. He seemed to be thoroughly enjoying the experience.

Congratulations and best of luck, I'd be interested to hear how you get on once the bundle of joy arrives.

First congrats to both of you. I think it's a very good idea to make your second conjugal life interesting. Because a child will definitely add a lot of enjoyment to your family. Carry on!

All that I can think of when I see this post is that I had a boy when I was young and fit (36) and for the next seven or so years he constantly wore me out.

I can't imagine chasing an ankle-biter around the house all day in my fifties.

Truth be told, we were supposed to be married for five additional years before we had a kid, so when he first popped out, I wished we had waited a few more years, but now as we get older, I wish he came along sooner.

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Having a child is a wonderful experience at any age. I'm also a member of the 'Nifty at 50' club.

Once, whilst watching a space rocket launch on television, I recall my oldest saying to me: "I wish I could be shot into space, Dad". I replied: "You would have been if I hadn't been drunk and met your mother".

41 and 42 is when I had mine. But it's just a number so a MASSIVE congrats to you!!! Prayers and thoughts out to you for a smooth pregnancy and deliverance

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