By Andrea Surujnauth
Nikki Reed recently talked to People about her relationship with husband Paul McDonald and their plans for their future. Reed said that the key to a successful relationship is to spend time with one another. “I feel like it’s really important to just be with each other and make the other person a priority,” she tells People. She mentions that she and her hubby have been spending extra time with each other collaborating on music. “We’re actually writing a full-length [album] and we should be releasing that in the next couple of months and hopefully doing some touring in Europe. We’re playing a few shows at SXSW.” says Reed. When it comes to expanding their family, Reed is in no rush to have kids. “Right now we’re just so focused on what we’re doing together musically and where we’re at in our careers,” Reed says. “I can’t try to predict what life has in store for us because obviously at a certain point, you throw your hands up and say what’s meant to happen will happen. But right now at this moment, I don’t feel like I’m insistent on that. I just feel really content.”
How do you know when it’s time to have kids?
Cupid’s Advice:
How do you know when you and your partner are ready to have a baby? Cupid is here with a few key signs to help you figure out whether or not you are ready to bring a baby into your life:
1. Relationship: Be sure that you are in a stable relationship before you and your partner attempt to get pregnant. If your relationship is on the rocks or barely hanging on a string, a baby will not help the situation. It might make the situation worse. You do not want to bring a baby into a home that has a lot of fighting or negative energy.
2. Finances: Be sure that you and your partner are financially prepared for a baby. Keep in mind that women have to go on maternity leave after giving birth. Be sure you and your partner are stable enough to afford this along with all the expenses that goes along with a child. Remember, babies are not a one time expense, money will be needed to take care of that child until they become an adult.
3. Space: Babies take up room. If you and your partner are living in a tiny apartnment, it will be difficult to fit a crib and a play pen for your bundle of joy. Be sure you have room for your baby to grow, play, and sleep. If you have all of this prepared, then you are ready to bring a beautiful baby into your life.
How did you know you were ready to have a baby? Share your thoughts below.
