We had our first boy then just about 5 years later our second one. At the time we knew our first was a smart cookie but had developmental delays...we never thought he was gifted. So giftedness didn't play into trying for a second.

The third child never happened because of our age, difficulties getting pregnant, miscarriages, and ultimately financial considerations. Although my magic number was three and could have entertained a fourth, I am thrilled with how our family turned out with just two.