financial independence is shaky at the moment, we will be stable (with my husband out of school) right after the baby arrives. And I can't say enough about my partner. We will work through any difficulties--just like we always have. I guess what I'm trying to say is keep your relationship with your partner strong and healthy. That, to me, is more important than anything. Q&A: Are we ready to have a baby? I was and still really do wonder if we are ready. I did recently get the Mirena IUD, which will basically keep these feelings at bay for the next 3-5 years. But I can't completely shake the feeling. I have dreams about getting pregnant, giving birth, and being a mom to an unknown child. It's crazy. My Fiance and I get married in 6 months after dating for four years. We make a good amount of money between both of us and are financially stable. It's hard not to think about the next step. But we still have so much we want to do like traveling, getting MBAs, and advancing in our careers. It looks like I may be 30 or older before I concieve. I never thought I would be that age before it happened, so that's probably what I am having a hard time with. At 24 and a half, the next five years are going to be very jam packed for me if 30 is my age limit to conceive. Wish me luck! Q&A: