baby? Some people say they have "that feeling" and know they are ready. My advice would be to not wait till you have everything "in order" in your life because it probably won't happen. Life is full of unexpected things. This does not mean be irresponsible but if you believe you can be more selfLESS and responsible, ready to parent and not just ready for the joys of parenting, then go for it! Q&A: Are we ready to have a baby? It is such a relief to see how many couples are going through the same things we are...My husband and I are both 26, married only 6 months. I'm 2 months from finishing grad school, at which time we'll be moving to wherever it is that either of us can find a job (the hubby has his masters in music ed. but there don't seem to be any jobs around here, so he's waiting for me to finish up). At this point all I can think about is having a baby...I owe so much in student loans and have no idea where we'll be a year from now, but it's like my mind and body are screaming at me that now is the time! My ever-responsible husband says he's ready but won't try until he locks down a job. I think I'm starting to drive him crazy with all the baby-conversations...any tips on cooling the baby fever when it's clearly NOT the best time?? Q&A: Are we ready to