See the results of this poll: Keep Ben or change to Lochlan?
Respondents: 38 (This poll is closed)
- Keep his name Benjamin : 14 (37%)
- Change name to Lochlan: 24 (63%)
I voted change to [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m]! Maybe even for a few days and see if you feel better about it.
[name_m]Benjamin[/name_m] is nice too. [name_m]Benjamin[/name_m] is a classic but I dont view [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] as unusual (I am in [name_m]New[/name_m] Zealand)
I view Lochlans uniqueness onpar with the siblings 
I prefer [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] over [name_m]Benjamin[/name_m]! It totally suits the siblings names. [name_m]Lachlan[/name_m] (the traditional spelling) is common where I am from and absolutely suits a young man, husband and father.
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I think you should go with your gut. If your gut says [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m], your husband is fine with [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m], call the little fella [name_m]Lachlan[/name_m]. I think both [name_m]Ben[/name_m] & [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] sound equally nice w/your ln. [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] is a bit more unique, & goes really well w/your crew. [name_m]Ben[/name_m] is a great name, but it is rather popular.
[name_f]Hope[/name_f] this helps.
I think either name is fine! The postpartum period can be tough. Maybe call him [name_m]Lachlan[/name_m] for a few days and see if that fits better. But if it doesn’t, maybe it’s just hormones ?
Either way congratulations on your new sweet baby!!
If your gut is telling you [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m], then I say go with it. A quick name change is a whole lot better than a lifetime of name remorse, even if you just tried [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] out to see how it works for a few days. I also think [name_m]Lochlan[/name_m] goes really well with his siblings names! Best of luck to you!!
I just want to say you are all so wonderful! Thank you for being here to help me muddle through my hormone-charged indecision!
You’re welcome! Best of luck.
This reminds me of a friend of mine who had two names picked. She said when she saw her son, she knew he was a Graidyn. Mothers have such a strong sense about these things. Often, others’ opinions can away us and make us feel indecisive. I would encourage you to take a few deep breaths and let yourself just “be” for a day. He doesn’t have to have a name today. There really is time. His name is permanent so give yourself a chance to choose in joy, rather than distress. You’re an amazing Momma already to care so much about his name being right. ”
Mrsneet, thank you for your response; it was so incredibly understanding and kind, as well as being very sound advice! I just love how truly helpful and supportive and this community is.
Thank you for your careful response! It’s good to know I’m not alone in this feeling; it’s easy to just become bogged down in the feeling that I’m just nuts! I appreciate you!
I agree with Mum. [name_m]Benjamin[/name_m] Dahlgren sounds much better than [name_m]Lachlan[/name_m] Dahlgren (that’s a bit clunky!)