I was going to answer them all together, but these were a little bit more serious, so I\u2019m am going to treat them accordingly. <\/p>\n
What is your answer to people when they say, \u201cHow many children are you going to have?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n I have several answers to this one, so here are my favorites: And \u2018if\u2019 (don\u2019t know if you\u2019ve experienced this), someone starts to talk about how they did IVF or about their IVF children, do you stay silent and listen, or say something about how you disagree with IVF? However, if someone asks my opinion, like \u201cSo-and-so is using IVF, isn\u2019t it exciting?\u201d Then I answer truthfully but gently. Gentle goes a long way. Also, make sure you are well schooled on the reason why you are not in favor of it. Most people who do IVF turn off their ears the moment they hear the phrases \u201cIn my Church we teach..\u201d or \u201cThe Bible says\u2026\u201d While your teaching may be correct, they won\u2019t hear it. Have a secular discussion on morality with them and then lead it to God if you can. If not, then just explain the moral reasoning. That\u2019s how I do it, and it has worked for me.<\/p>\n
1. I have no idea. I\u2019m still married, he\u2019s still hot, and we\u2019re still Catholic.
2. We didn\u2019t plan any of the others, and look how well that\u2019s turned out, so why start now?
3. As many as God sends.
4. Why, do you want to buy one? I\u2019ll make you a deal.
5. Turn to my dear husband and say, \u201cComputer Guy (no, it\u2019s not his real name), X wants to know if we\u2019re having sex again. What should I tell her?\u201d<\/p>\n
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It honestly depends upon the situation and how well I know the speaker. If we\u2019re at the baby shower, then obviously no. It\u2019s just not an appropriate moment. If they\u2019re already pregnant, same thing unless I know them well. <\/p>\n