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The excitement is palpable, expressed vividly through a conversation where the couple rates their enthusiasm at a perfect 10. However, the reality of preparation seems significantly lower, highlighting a common experience many face with subsequent children. It’s often referred to as the "second child syndrome." The firstborn is showered with love and attention; parents meticulously prepare the nursery, choose the perfect name, and ensure every detail is attended to. In contrast, the second baby sometimes enters a world that feels a bit more chaotic or less organized. Will they even have a crib set up in time?