DP & I were just talking about this last week. We both agree that 2 would be good. I think I could definitely handle 3, maybe even 4 if we are in a good financial position. I’m the oldest of 4 and my parents couldn’t afford a lot of the stuff other kids had but at the same time I don’t feel we missed out on anything. I remember lots of great fun times playing games (and also fighting!) with my siblings. DP is the youngest of 3 (he has a brother and a sister).

I think 2 is good because then at least the kids have each other to play with. I think 3 is also good because all 3 can be there for each and it can make for a different group dynamic. After reading everyone’s posts, I also agree with the reasoning to have 3 in case of the loss of one the other 2 can support each other.

However though as we don’t have any yet, I will be happy if I’m able to have just 1 bub!