Ten Fun Ways to Answer the Baby Question
I was perusing a forum dedicated to women in all stages of pre/trying/carrying/post pregnancy and I went to the ‘Long Term Trying’ section. While I’m not trying at the moment, I still identify with the women there because of the health issues I have and concerns I have about conceiving in the future.
On thread was on the subject of people asking The Baby Question:
“So when are you going to have kids?”
Even if you aren’t married, if you don’t have kids yet and are with someone, you have likely been asked that plenty of times. I have.
I used to be a bit flustered about what to say when asked the question and I usually just put it off saying, “I have to lose more weight, first.” That usually works…for a time. So, inspired by what the ladies on the forum had to say about it, I decided to come up with ten alternatives for people – some will work for the guys – who aren’t quite sure how to answer that annoying question…
1. When I decide to stop drinking.
2. When I grow up.
3. When I start ovulating. (A fun one if you find the question rude and personal.)
4. When people stop asking when.
5. When my husband/wife says so. (This one tends to piss off your spouse…)
6. In accordance to the prophecy.
7. When they start coming out fully potty trained.
8. When I win the lottery.
9. Why yes, my husband/wife and I are having sex. Thank you for asking.
10. When they go on sale.
January 21st, 2009 at 6:23 pm
I always say “when you pay for the cost of raising them” Usually shuts the person right up.
Or just a simple “If and when we are ready to”
I never would say “I have to lose more weight first” if that was the case because that would just invite other people way too far into my personal business. I mean if it was a really close friend or family member, that is one thing, but not just anyone that asked. And it would just make people more curious too (like I am, now about you lol).
February 1st, 2009 at 9:44 pm
Haha. Yeah, that would set anyone straight.
I didn’t realize it would make anyone more curious. I’ve never had anyone press about the matter when I’ve given the weight reason. What’s there to be curious about?