I had a baby in my teens, twenties, thirties, and forties. Five daughters, ten grandchildren. Our oldest granddaughter is older than our youngest daughter. I have lived and felt all the things you speak of here. It’s truly has been a blessing. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful story! My siblings are 10-15 years younger than me and it is a joy to have that experience as being the older sister.
Also, I deeply appreciate your story as I wait for children of my own. I’m about to turn 37. I’ve had my fair share of fear that “time’s running out” (people and doctors are good at reminding you in case you’ve somehow forgotten 🤔), so I love to hear stories of older parents with their little ones and that perspective.
God designed a very long window of fertility. It’s shocking how modern medicine fails to acknowledge that— unless it’s applauding celebrities who spend fortunes after they’ve delayed motherhood in favor of fame.
Thank you ♥️ I’m 30 and single and terrified because I want a million babies and I am worried about my eggs and my chances to find a husband. I’m so glad to hear stories like yours. Maybe I won’t have a million, but 5 would be great. My mom had 5 🙂 She started at 33 and ended in her early 40s
What a blessing reading this was today. My 46th almost birthday present is now 18, and his older sister will be 45 this month. I have a daughter and son in between, and 7 grandchildren. . I recognise everything you have written. I wouldn't change it for the world, and thank God for His blessings everyday xx
“Trusting the Lord with each individual, knowing that His love for them is perfect and sustaining? That’s been a journey in and of itself.”
This hit me hard! I just gave birth to babies #5 and 6 (my oldest is 9) and I find myself struggling more than ever with the desire to control every aspect of 6 little lives. I wrestle with remembering that “my babies” are really His babies and I can trust Him to love them more than I do-even if my heart gets broken in the process. I wish I could get this from head knowledge to heart knowledge.
This is beautiful!! Thank you for sharing. I’m 34, but my husband is older than me—48. He doesn’t really want more kids because he feels too old, but I’m like you! If the Lord wants to bless me, I’m going to receive that blessing with open arms.
My analogy to my husband is if God wanted to give you ten million dollars, you wouldn’t say, “No thanks God, I’m good with 3.” Yet so many people do that when it comes to children! (I say 3 cause that’s how many we’ve got).
I had my first child, a son, at 24 in the year I turned 25. I had my last child, a son, at age 41, the year I turned 42. I had four daughters in between. I can say a loud Amen! to every thing you wrote!
I love your perspective. In a world so obsessed with control and planning, especially in regards to family planning, I find it very refreshing. God knows what we need and when we need it; it might not look tidy or “normal” to the world but His plan probably contains treasures our human mind couldn’t have accounted for or chosen for ourselves. 🙏🏻
My grandmother had eight kids, over a twenty year span, and was 46 when she had the youngest. I like to joke that he is the best one — he’s certainly the funniest and best at sports.
Oh my goodness, your story and mine are SO parallel. I gave birth to my first child at 24 and my 6th last year at 46. When I had my youngest baby, a young nurse (age 25) who cared for us came in and told me how she herself had a baby sister at home and that it was the greatest blessing in her life. She said she wasn’t ready to move out of her parents’ house because she didn’t want to miss out on her baby sister. The joy of having a baby and adult children is really indescribable. Getting to share the world with him, his getting to have these siblings of all ages, is priceless.
Looking forward to what you’ll write. I found renewed joy in parenting our daughter 50 years younger. She’s 9 and my oldest is 29 with his own daughter. It’s been so much easier than the first time around. Wisdom from aging is a gift. Only concern is how I’ll stay awake to pick her up from those late teenage nights from sports and school activities.. daytime naps I guess
Wow! This was beautiful! And the comments are an encouragement for an “old mom” with 5 kids who greatly desires more. My oldest is nearly 17 and my youngest will be 1 next month.
I had a baby in my teens, twenties, thirties, and forties. Five daughters, ten grandchildren. Our oldest granddaughter is older than our youngest daughter. I have lived and felt all the things you speak of here. It’s truly has been a blessing. Thank you for sharing.
So did I! I love that was how it worked out xx
It really is an amazing blessing!
Beautiful story! My siblings are 10-15 years younger than me and it is a joy to have that experience as being the older sister.
Also, I deeply appreciate your story as I wait for children of my own. I’m about to turn 37. I’ve had my fair share of fear that “time’s running out” (people and doctors are good at reminding you in case you’ve somehow forgotten 🤔), so I love to hear stories of older parents with their little ones and that perspective.
God designed a very long window of fertility. It’s shocking how modern medicine fails to acknowledge that— unless it’s applauding celebrities who spend fortunes after they’ve delayed motherhood in favor of fame.
I married at 36 and had 5 babies between 37 and 45. I don't have the long spread, but would encourage you that 37 is not "too late".
Thank you ♥️ I’m 30 and single and terrified because I want a million babies and I am worried about my eggs and my chances to find a husband. I’m so glad to hear stories like yours. Maybe I won’t have a million, but 5 would be great. My mom had 5 🙂 She started at 33 and ended in her early 40s
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What a blessing reading this was today. My 46th almost birthday present is now 18, and his older sister will be 45 this month. I have a daughter and son in between, and 7 grandchildren. . I recognise everything you have written. I wouldn't change it for the world, and thank God for His blessings everyday xx
This will be me someday, God willing! What a gift we've been given!
“Trusting the Lord with each individual, knowing that His love for them is perfect and sustaining? That’s been a journey in and of itself.”
This hit me hard! I just gave birth to babies #5 and 6 (my oldest is 9) and I find myself struggling more than ever with the desire to control every aspect of 6 little lives. I wrestle with remembering that “my babies” are really His babies and I can trust Him to love them more than I do-even if my heart gets broken in the process. I wish I could get this from head knowledge to heart knowledge.
It is so humbling to let go of the control we never actually had, isn't it?
I loved that line too!!
This is beautiful!! Thank you for sharing. I’m 34, but my husband is older than me—48. He doesn’t really want more kids because he feels too old, but I’m like you! If the Lord wants to bless me, I’m going to receive that blessing with open arms.
My analogy to my husband is if God wanted to give you ten million dollars, you wouldn’t say, “No thanks God, I’m good with 3.” Yet so many people do that when it comes to children! (I say 3 cause that’s how many we’ve got).
I've never met anyone who has regretted loving a child.
When I was 50 my only child was 7. Can relate
I just said a prayer, a prayer of blessing *over* you and gratitude *for* you. You speak many of our hearts so beautifully here. Thank God for you. 🤍
Happy birthday to your beautiful baby girl, and happy celebration day to one of the most beautiful "old" mamas I know! 🥰
Thank you so much for blessing me with these kind words today!
I had my first child, a son, at 24 in the year I turned 25. I had my last child, a son, at age 41, the year I turned 42. I had four daughters in between. I can say a loud Amen! to every thing you wrote!
Isn't it an amazing life we are allowed to lead?
Why stop the phases conversation at 9? I’d love to hear about teens 😘 Thank you for a wonderful reflection
I love your perspective. In a world so obsessed with control and planning, especially in regards to family planning, I find it very refreshing. God knows what we need and when we need it; it might not look tidy or “normal” to the world but His plan probably contains treasures our human mind couldn’t have accounted for or chosen for ourselves. 🙏🏻
His plans have brought me greater joy than mine ever could!
My grandmother had eight kids, over a twenty year span, and was 46 when she had the youngest. I like to joke that he is the best one — he’s certainly the funniest and best at sports.
LOL! The Lord saved the best for last!
Oh my goodness, your story and mine are SO parallel. I gave birth to my first child at 24 and my 6th last year at 46. When I had my youngest baby, a young nurse (age 25) who cared for us came in and told me how she herself had a baby sister at home and that it was the greatest blessing in her life. She said she wasn’t ready to move out of her parents’ house because she didn’t want to miss out on her baby sister. The joy of having a baby and adult children is really indescribable. Getting to share the world with him, his getting to have these siblings of all ages, is priceless.
Looking forward to what you’ll write. I found renewed joy in parenting our daughter 50 years younger. She’s 9 and my oldest is 29 with his own daughter. It’s been so much easier than the first time around. Wisdom from aging is a gift. Only concern is how I’ll stay awake to pick her up from those late teenage nights from sports and school activities.. daytime naps I guess
This is absolutely me! Nice to meet you!
I absolutely loved reading this. I love the wisdom you shared. Thank you 🙏🏼
Wow! This was beautiful! And the comments are an encouragement for an “old mom” with 5 kids who greatly desires more. My oldest is nearly 17 and my youngest will be 1 next month.