Is he ready for a baby?

You’ve decided you’re ready to take the plunge and have a baby of your own, but how can you tell if your man is ready to take the plunge with you? Here are some tell-tale signs that he’s ready to start painting the nursery and give up his Saturday nights at the pub:

1.   He notices babies everywhere
He peers into other people’s prams at the supermarket, points out cute babies, and loiters when you walk past the park. All signs that he’s thinking about pushing the pram and playing in the park with his own kids.

2.   His best friend has had a baby
Men often subconsciously emulate people they admire: if his best friend has had a baby and lived to tell the tale then the chances are he’s looking forward to the day when they can share fatherhood stories together.

3.   He likes to be around children
Like an overgrown child, your man is the first to grab the football when older children come over. He likes to torment young teens about potential boy or girl friends, he loves a bouncy castle, and he has the energy to keep up with the younger kids all day. This is a man that’s ready to be a daddy.

4.   He’s already talked about fatherhood
He might not have said he’d like children asap, but if he’s already imagined becoming a parent (with you as the imaginary mother!), and you’ve already had a conversation about it, then you’re halfway there!

5.   He’s spending more time at home with you
If your partner is spending Saturday nights at home with you, when they used to be spent in the pub, then he’s ready for the loss of social life, and quiet nights in front of the TV that come with a new born baby.

6.   His parents are ready for grandchildren…
… and he’s mentioned this to you. More than once. This is a man that’s sounding you out about starting a family: if you’re ready too then let him know, and go forth and multiply!