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What Every Expectant Home Buyer Should Know
When I was expecting my first child, I vividly recall watching a family on a home-hunting show looking for a place that could accommodate their growing needs. The mother was adamant about finding a bathtub spacious enough to wash all four kids simultaneously. At the time, I thought that was utterly ridiculous. Now, as a proud mom of three, I completely understand — enforced group bath time will definitely be a rule in our home until they hit elementary school, at the very least. Time is sanity, my friends!
After moving twice and raising three children, I’ve gathered some insights that might be helpful for fellow expectant homebuyers.
Open Floor Plans
Expectant Home Buyer: I need open sight lines; it’s essential to monitor the kids at all times.
Advice: While it’s great to have visibility, be mindful that those open views also mean your little ones can see you sneaking that last cookie!
Dining Room Proximity
Expectant Home Buyer: A bathroom right off the dining room? How awkward!
Advice: Once you become a parent, you’ll find that this layout is a blessing. The short stroll from the dining room to the bathroom will be invaluable during solid food introductions, potty training, and those chaotic spaghetti nights. Plus, it allows you to keep an eye on one child in the bathroom while making sure another isn’t choking at the dinner table — talk about multitasking!
Bedroom Locations
Expectant Home Buyer: I want all bedrooms on the same floor.
Advice: Remember, those little ones will eventually become teenagers. A two-story layout with the kids’ rooms upstairs and your master bedroom down below creates the perfect scenario for them to think twice about sneaking out. The risk of getting caught will encourage them to be clever and resourceful—great skills for adulthood!
Kitchen Choices
Expectant Home Buyer: I must have a trendy all-white kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
Advice: Trust me, skip that idea! White cabinetry and stainless steel in a home with kids will become a cleaning nightmare. Whatever color you choose for your floors, make sure it can hide your pet’s fur!
Happy house hunting! For more insights, check out this other blog post on our site.
In summary, finding a home as an expectant parent requires some unique considerations. From open sight lines to strategic layouts, the right choices can make all the difference in family life. For more information on home insemination, visit Make a Mom for an excellent selection of kits. For additional resources on pregnancy and insemination, Hopkins Medicine is a fantastic starting point.