Are you ready to have kids?

By: Jody Mabry

5 Min Quiz

About This Quiz

You're young and have the world in front of you. Yet, everywhere around you, friends and family are having kids. This begs the question that's been nagging at you for a long time: Are you ready to have kids? Take this quiz to find out.

How do you feel about children?

Love them

They are fun.
Like them in small doses.

Afraid of children.

What do you enjoy most about kids?

They are always smiling.

They are funny
They don't mind getting dirty.

I'm not sure.

What do you like least about kids?

Changing dirty diapers

When they are crabby
They get into everything.

I have a long list.

What is your experience with kids?

I took care of my kid brothers and sisters growing up.

I did a lot of babysitting.
I've had friends and relatives with little ones I see sometimes.

No experience.

How long do you think you can handle a tantrum?

Until it is resolved.

Most of the way, but I hope they finish fast.
5 minutes

Not at all.

How do you resolve a toddler's tantrum?

Distraction

Hold them and offer love.
Give them candy.

Give them a time-out in a room on the other side of the house.

How would your lifestyle change having a kid around?

It wouldn't really. We are both home-bodies with secure jobs.

A little, but not much. I'd have to child-proof the home.
Well, no more bars and couldn't leave pizza boxes around the house.

It would change everything.

How would you and your partner handle diaper duty?

We would work together, taking over when the other needs a break.

Maybe swap days.
I'd try to get out of diapers as much as possible.

Not changing diapers.

What is a good snack for a toddler?

Steamed carrots

Cut up apple
Candy

Ice cream

How often would you change a diaper per day?

After each meal.

On a schedule, but probably not until we smell something.
Morning, noon, and night.

Once a day.

What is your relationship status?

Married

Single
I've been dating someone for a couple weeks.

Healthy long-term relationship.

How do you show you love someone?

I tell them.

Little pecks and hugs.
Cuddling

I don't know if I've ever loved anyone.

How often do you have sex?

Once a month.

Every other week.
3-5 times a week.

Almost daily.

Have you and your significant other talked about having kids?

All the time.

Jokingly
On occasion

Never

How many successful relationships do you think you've had?

1, and we're married.

All of my relationships have been healthy, just didn't work out.
Maybe 1.

None.

How do you handle last minute changes?

I go with the flow.

I'm a planner, but make room for mishaps.
I don't care for change, but will deal if I have to.

Not well.

What do you think about throwing food away?

Well, you won't like everything.

I won't do it.
I'm not a fan, but it's fine sometimes.

I'd struggle throwing anything away.

What would you do if a kid tore your favorite outfit?

Buy a new one.

Stitch it up.
Cry for days.

Never let them forget about it.

What is one thing you would be devastated about if a kid broke it?

The kid.

Anything.
Bottle of wine

Another kid

Have you ever experienced road rage?

Never

I've seen it before, but not me.
I've used a finger and bad words sometimes.

I'm always freaking out on someone.

Rank your ability to deal with stress, where 10 would mean you handle it like a champ.

8

7
5

2

What would a good nickname be for a kid?

Sunshine

Sweetie
Booger

Butt-knobber

What is your goal in life?

To have kids and enjoy life.

To have a great big family.
To travel.

To be filthy rich.

When your baby is born you...

Smile and tear up.

Cry
Are happy.

Wonder how long until my body is back in shape.

What do you think your biggest challenge will be having kids?

Setting a regular schedule.

Taking time off work.
No more nights out on the town.

Everything. My life will be ruined.

Would you be able to afford a kid right now?

Yes

I believe so.
Hopefully they are not too expensive.

Not a chance.

Where does your household income come from?

I work so my partner can finish their novel.

We both work.
My partner works because I'm lazy.

I make money, but live with my parents.

Do you know how to install a car seat?

Done it many times.

I've seen it done. Probably not difficult.
Hopefully it's not too hard. I'll try.

Wait. They have their own seats?

Are you concerned about having time for yourself if you have kids?

Not really. We lounge around anyway.

A little, but having a kid is worth it.
Not sure how I'll manage that.

I need "me" time.

How do you feel about having a messy home?

Not my favorite, but I'll clean as we go.

I'm a slob anyway.
It's a little stressful.

I'll need a full-time housekeeper for sure.

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