One of the most common questions couples bring to counseling is: “Should we have another baby?” It sounds simple, but it’s often wrapped in a complex web of emotions, expectations, and external pressures. This question can spark everything from quiet reflection to deep uncertainty—and that’s totally normal.

At Ready Nest Counseling, we’ve walked alongside many women (and couples) who are holding this heartbreak. And while there may not be an “easy answer,” there is a way to move forward with clarity, compassion, and courage.

After a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, the decision to try again often feels like a tug-of-war between hope and fear. One moment you’re longing for new life. The next? You’re bracing for more heartbreak. As one of our counselors says, “I’m scared if I do, and I’m scared if I don’t.”

Pregnancy loss is a deeply personal and often misunderstood grief. Whether the loss occurs early in the first trimester or later in the...

Becoming a parent is one of the biggest transitions in life—exciting, overwhelming, and full of unknowns. Looking back on my own journey...

The journey to parenthood is filled with excitement, it can also bring unexpected challenges. That’s where pre-parental counseling comes in.

Infertility can be a difficult and often isolating experience, affecting millions of couples who are trying to conceive. Many people don’t k

The decision to have a baby is one of the most profound choices a person can make. Yet, many people don’t take the time to ask themselves th

Preparing for childbirth can feel overwhelming, but the right education and support can make all the difference.