The Intentional Parents Podcast Should We Have Another Child, Parenting Kids With Different Personalities, and Being a Follower Instead of a Leader (Q+R)
Dec 3, 2025
The hosts dive into the complexities of blended families, discussing the emotional weight mothers carry when contemplating another child. They emphasize the importance of communication and mutual submission in parenting. The conversation shifts to parenting styles, encouraging parents to embrace their children's unique personalities as gifts. Finally, they highlight the value of being a good follower in spiritual growth, stressing that true leadership stems from humility and the willingness to serve.
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Weigh Future Vision Over Present Overwhelm
- Consider the long-term family vision instead of only how you feel right now when deciding on another child.
- Ask if responsibilities can shift now so capacity exists, and avoid adding a child without practical changes.
Have Your Spouse Shift Practical Load
- Ask your husband to take concrete responsibilities now if he truly wants another child.
- Test whether logistics (rides, sports, naps) can be reworked before deciding to grow the family.
Desire Requires Sacrifice, Not Mere Wish
- Desire for another child is valid but must be honored by sacrificial changes from the desiring spouse.
- Saying "just have another" ignores the sustained practical and emotional investment each child requires.
