Getting ready to start a family may not always be straightforward. It's always good to have a self-examination before going ahead and taking the plunge into parenthood.
Becoming a parent is something that will change the course of your life for the foreseeable future if not the entirety of your life.
Here are some of the signs that show if you are ready to be a parent
1. You are willing to make sacrifices
Being a parent will require you to give up a lot of your comfort for the sake of your child. You have the capacity to love selflessly and unconditionally.
You are willing to give up sleep, comfort, a social life and anything that involves self-luxury.
2. You can still take care of yourself
Your child isn't your master. Before you get the baby, ensure that you have the capability of taking good care of yourself without letting yourself go.
3. It feels right
There is always that feeling that you're doing the right thing. It's the same feeling you get when you decide to start business or when you decide to get saved or any of those things that feels like a calling. Parenthood is very familiar.
4. You have a support system
Your spouse, friends, family even experts. You must have the people that will lend you a hand because it will get tough.
5. You're financially prepared
You need to a make sure you have enough funds set aside for the baby. Their health insurance, any bills, for diapers, baby food, clothes and whatever other expense can come with getting a child. Make sure you can afford it.