How Long is the Ideal Distance Between the First and Second Child? Here's the Explanation

Ideal distance between the first and second child. (Pixabay)

YOGYAKARTA - The distance between pregnancies is one of the topics that is often discussed when talking about pregnancy. The basic theme that must be asked is of course the ideal distance between the first and second children; the second with the third, and so on.

The Reason for the Pregnancy Distance Needs to Be Considered

Dilansir dari Antara, sejumlah pasangan mempunyai kehendak yang berbeda-beda mengenai jarak usia antar anak-anak mereka. Beberapa orang menginginkan jarak yang lumayan dekat dengan alasan agar anak-anak lebih 'nyambung' berkomunikasi saat dewasa. Namun, ada pula yang memutuskan untuk memiliki anak kedua setelah menunggu lebih lama; contohnya lima tahun atau lebih, agar mereka dapat memberikan kasih sayang penuh kepada anak pertama. Pilihan yang lebih baik tentu menjadi opini mutlak bagi masing-masing pasangan.

Ideal Distance of First and Second Child

However, in theory there are special benchmarks regarding the pregnancy distance between the first-second child; second-third, and so on. The ideal distance, which is calculated from the mother giving birth to getting pregnant again, is two to five years. This theory is based on calculations both medically and psychologically.

The first calculation is in terms of medicine. A minimum of two years allows the mother to prepare for pregnancy better. The mother needs to regain her health which may have declined during pregnancy and childbirth and care for the newborn baby. In addition, giving birth in the near future will also negatively affect the mother's health.

In addition, two years is the ideal time for a baby to receive breast milk intake. Breast milk for two years has a positive impact on the child's intelligence and health. If the mother happens to be pregnant again while still breastfeeding, the most common possibility is a lack of attention to the child (first) and a lack of nutrition from the breast milk given to him, because he must also focus on maintaining nutrition for the baby in the womb. Thus, the first child will not receive the ideal amount of attention and breast milk from his mother, which may affect his growth.

The second calculation is considered in terms of the child's psychology. In general, in theory, children have begun to understand or can accept the presence of a younger sibling when they are over two years old. Therefore, if their mother is pregnant and gives birth again before they reach that age, it will be difficult for them to accept the existence of a 'new person' in the middle of their family.

How to Calculate Pregnancy for Ideal Distance

In order for you to achieve good health conditions while giving your first child (in the form of attention and breast milk), it is highly recommended that you count your pregnancy. It is best to record the first time you are pregnant, the date of birth, and the date that marks that you are 'ready to get pregnant again'. Thus, the second pregnancy which is too early can be handled well.

One way to 'delay' pregnancy until the ideal distance is to breastfeed for two full years. In addition to providing the best nutrition for the child, breastfeeding also has the benefit of reducing the possibility of getting pregnant again within the two-year period.

This is an overview of the ideal distance between the first and second child that needs to be known. Hopefully useful. Visit VOI.id for other interesting information.