["My wife wants to have another child, but I think we already have enough work and children—we do not have much time left to our day! Having another child will just burden us further. In truth, as I am about to hit submit, I am laughing at myself. Why am I writing to you? As a rabbi, you of course believe that we should have more children! Maybe I am actually looking for the right person to convince me to make this decision..."]

When I first read the second paragraph of your question, I smiled together with you. What were you thinking? But you yourself are able to explain it. You have a gut feeling; your soul is telling you it is a good idea to have another child.

Rationally, it may be logical to be content with two kids. But for the child that is unborn, I ask you to listen to the call of the soul. Will a new child cause you to lose some sleep for the first year or so? Most probably, yes. But one thing is for sure - in the future this will be a decision that you will never regret, for children bring the deepest joy to their parents.

With regards to financial constraints - an understandable concern - when fulfilling the wishes of the Creator of the world, one can feel content that He surely will provide sustenance for the children.