a personal update + we found out the gender of our baby ❤️
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- a personal update + we found out the gender of our baby ❤️
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I wanted to have my short film style video complete but it’s taking a while longer - but I was excited to share some news with you and I also wanted to know if any of you have a tendency towards self-doubt and lack of trust in yourself sometimes ❤ it’s something I really need to work on! Will chat more in next weeks video, sending warm wishes ❤
You aren’t alone on this one. Looking forward to next weeks video 💛
Congratulations!
Oh Paola...I'm 66 and I still have self-doubt, in all aspects of my life. This is something that many of us need to work on! I think it is important to learn to trust self, and it is not easy. The thing is that we often get confirmation that we are 'on the right track', and yet we still question ourselves. In a way, that is a good thing though because we don't become over confident (if you know what I mean). However, listening to our own intuition about things and learning to trust this part of ourselves is a good thing. Congratulations Paola and Luke...I had a feeling you would be having a boy! May you all be blessed in this new chapter of your lives! Hugs from Canada!
you're definitely not alone with that need to build up self-trust. i'm making some progress, but still often find myself asking for permission and what others think i should do
Hi sweetie glad you are on the mend and feeling better.. its hard being pregnant and sick. I was feeling unwell on and off since Oct. Seems I catch things quite easily..uugh anyway congratulations 🎊 👏 on your new little one! How exciting to know their gender! Are you thinking of names? Or have chosen one? Are you getting situated for baby's arrival... so excited for you..to have another to feel an unconditional love for is in describable... you will b a good Mommy.❤ I have always had self doubt which was from trauma but it also rears its head when becoming a parent and you question everything but u have to tell yourself I can do this. And you learn as you go along..as well as a zillion other tips opinions tricks and otherwise... make sure to get rest! I send you big hugs and love! ❤❤❤❤❤
One thing my father used to say was that there are no wrong choices, just different lessons attached to each choice, and all lessons have something to offer.
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💓 love this
Could not agree more!
Their is also no attachment only flow. For nothing matters, but the experience experiment in human form, en Joy every moment as best we can. Choose love and light is all that matters. I know it's difficult in this chaotic unsettled world we live in ❤❤
Yes! Feeling independent and strong, but needing to learn self-trust, particularly after trauma, loss, challenges small and large. It can be hard to give ourselves the nudge needed. Thank you and looking forward to your next video. ❤
I had many of those same feelings when I was your age. Today is my 73rd birthday, and last night, before I went to sleep, I reflected on my personal growth, mentally, spiritually and emotionally. The saying “Wisdom comes with age,” can be altered to include that confidence grows with choices. If you journal, you can document your growth by writing down choices you make, however small, and how the making of those choices turn out. Be your own advocate, Paola. You seem to me to be a gentle soul… extend that gentleness to yourself.
Happy Birthday!!!🎉🎉🎉
Happy birthday 🎉🎉🎉🎉 wishing you a wonderful day and year ahead ❤ thank you for sharing your wisdom - I’m going to try that in my journal ❤
Happy birthday Kath, from Sunderland, north east England. 🙂
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SENDING YOU LOTS OF LOVE ❤
Happy birthday, may it fill your life with more of the joy, love, and life force that helps us find our center, meaning and being. I appreciate your message. Many years!
I’m the mom of grown kids now, and if I have any advice for you in your pursuit of confidence, I simply say this… when faced with uncertainty over a choice, get quiet, go inward, journal your questions and thoughts, and most importantly give yourself the time to listen to your gut instincts. Research is good, as is advice from people in our corner… it can all help us think, but ultimately you must captain your own ship if you want true happiness. Also, it may surprise you to discover that, yes, you DO have mothering instincts… even when you’re brand new to motherhood. You are exactly what your baby boy needs. And what a lucky baby. ❤️
This was such good advice. Thank you for sharing💗🤍🤍🤍🤍
Gut instincts are very important ❤ and come alive with motherhood. Step by step we learn and live
This is very good . I love the Captain part as I have felt like a ship tossed at sea for a long time. I love the Cottage clips as they are always a Welcome port from the storm❤️
Words from my mother....... ''Having a baby is the best thing you could do because then you will have less time to worry about yourself.'' Truer words were never spoken!
Thats so wise ❤
Life is meant to be enjoyed not lived in a state of anxiety so not sure how wise that sentiment is. Like won’t an anxious mother just pass that onto her child? You should have children because you want them surely and not to help you manage your issues. I dunno seems strange to me 🤷🏻♀️
I have a baby boy and let me tell you - no one on this Earth could ever ever love me or look at me like he does 💙 I was SO scared to have a boy, and I am now so incredibly grateful I have him. Something about boys and their mamas, just magical.
Yes! I had 2 sons, and was the only daughter to my parents and I had four younger brothers! I’m so happy to have lived among boys! I’ve nothing against girls. It’s just the hand I was dealt!
Bless you and your baby dear❤ mother hood seems to be so beautiful ❤❤❤
I so agree with you, boys surely do love their mothers in such a special way. I had a daughter and a son and each love in a different way but there is something about boys. I think mothers and daughters clash a lot more than mothers and son and that may be a part of it. My son is now 36 and still gives me the biggest bear hugs and tells me love me almost every time we talk.
There's nothing like being a mother to make you wonder if you know anything at all, and ironically nothing like being a mother and raising a tiny human that will make you feel more confident and powerful. Congratulations on your baby boy!
Being the mother of three sons, I can tell you that it's a wonderful journey... I can't compare it to daughters, but I am now blessed with three granddaughters ... life is amazing ... congratulations to you!
I am pretty sure most people on here are beyond excited for you, Luke and baby! We all can't wait to see your growing belly, see those baby photos and watch you grow as a mom! It's very exciting and a big part of your life now! Thank you for sharing what you feel comfortable with and all the best. It's a special time in your life. Enjoy it to the max because it really does go by quickly. My oldest is 18, almost 19 already!!!
You are so right about the time going quickly. My baby turns 20 next week! 😮
Congrats on a baby boy, they are SO sweet and precious in a different way than girls. ❤😊
I echo this sentiment. My baby boys are 17 and 22. The time goes so quickly, though it doesn't always seem that way in the moment... lol🩵🩵
Yes, I agree! It goes by so fast. My boys are now 33, 34, & 35. How did that happen? My grandson is also turning 9 next Friday & I swear he was just in my arms. My mom used to say that “ life is like a role of toilet paper. The closer to the end it gets, the faster it goes” I never thought I’d actually understand that joke at some point in my life. Ha ha!
Since your baby announcement a few months back, I've always pictured you walking towards your woods like you often do, hand in hand with a little boy. Blessings and joy to your growing family!
Oh Paola, congratulations a little boy, he is so blessed to have you as parents, growing up in the magical forest, fairy tales, magic and imagination. I have struggled my whole life with making decisions on what I truly want snd need. I had the BEST piece of advice recently, which has really resonated with me.” Don’t let other peoples voices be louder than your own”! Wow it has been amazing leaning into that voice and trusting my gut🌻 perfect timing video, thank you 🙏
I recently trusted my gut and said “no” to taking on more duties for a volunteer group. I’m a senior and know I did the right thing for me. Don’t let others ever sway you from your own intuition. Congrats on your baby boy! ❤
@@Nwladylaura369 that is so true and well done you honouring your inner voice, especially tricky when it is saying no to a worthy cause but you obviously already do enough. Thanks for sharing 🙏
Congratulations! It's a boy! So happy for you. As a mother of all boys, grown now, I can tell you that it's wonderful. You take care of them and love them when they're little, and they'll take care of you and love you when they're big! Being the only female in an all male household certainly had it's challenges, but seeing them grow into hardworking men, and loving husbands and fathers, has been my greatest reward. Congratulations to you and Luke. 💕
Same here! My boys are 44, 42, and 36. And I have 10 amazing grandchildren! ❤ Love by big, strong, and loving men!
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Wonderful words. Thank you for sharing.
I'm expecting a little boy as well❤ it's my first too.
Congratulations! So excited for you.@@sandramj1812
Boy oh boy! I'm a mom of 3 sons, my sweet dog George and 4 parakeets... all boys and I couldn't be happier. The very best of luck and happiness underneath bright blue skies!
Same here! Three boys🤩🥰🥰🥰 It is truly wonderful!
I'm a mother to 3 boys as well and then along came our daughter.
I just had me third boy in July 💙💙💙
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Congratulations Paola and Luke!!🎉
I found your channel while pregnant with my now 3-year-old son and I am so happy for you and for this next chapter. The early years of motherhood definitely helped me build a stronger foundation for self-confidence because that mother's intuition was so strong in the beginning. And now that I think of it, just like someone told me: "No one will know a baby better than his mother" I can see that no one knows me better than myself.
we need boys raised by wise people
Boys and girls should be raised by wise people
I learned in my late twenties from a very wise therapist ‘Stop making decisions by committee’. I understood that I am the only one who knows my life well enough to decide what is best and to trust that if I make a mistake I will have the strength to work through it..I’m 64 now and that still resonates❤
What better Honor honey than you choosing to share something so close and personal to you and Luke than the gender of your little baby boy with all of us. This by far is the best video you could have done this week. You have me in a flow of such happy tears. I feel so blessed by you. Thank you❣️ Much continued blessings for you and Luke,and baby boy.
I am recovery from hip surgery & now my adult daughter & son are caring for me ! The Greatest Gift is The Gift of Life ! Always go to God first for advice your created & he shall Never let your family down ! Many blessings upon you & your family ! Faith, Love & Peace.
I immediately stopped everything when I saw the title!!!!!!!! Congratulations Paola a baby boy💙💙💙💙. Looking forward to the next video, I also struggle with confidence
@@louise9422 blue hearts for a boy, I meant no disrespect
Love the blue hearts 💙💙💙 A precious boy!
@@louise9422 I only used the Blue hearts for a baby boy I meant no disrespect at all
Congratulations! I myself have two boys and a girl. Regardless of gender, each child is incredibly unique and add something so special to the family. It’s been the adventure of a lifetime being their mom and I wish the same for you. 💕
I'm so happy for you, Paola!! You're going to be such a wonderful, loving, nurturing mother. My sister is also pregnant and the baby is due in early March (it's a girl!). It will be the first baby for any of us siblings and I'm extremely excited to finally become an aunt. Wishing the best to your beautiful family! 🥰
I find baby news and details lovely and heartwarming. Just wanted to put my two cents in: you never need to apologize for sharing about it! I think many of us have enjoyed following your videos and life for so long, your little one on the way just adds to the magic and joy your channel brings
Hi Paola, I`m also a quiet person who was always struggling with making choices. But when I had a baby girl two years ago I had to make choices every day. When my husband was at work and my baby was crying and couldn`t tell me what her problem was I had to make so many little choices the whole day long to make her comfortable. The first time I was really afraid of doing something wrong or making wrong decisions. But then I learned that my baby loves me unconditionally, it doesn`t matter what I do. Because I`m with her and I try everything to make her feel good. That gave me so much confidence.
I hope you`ll feel the same! I`m so happy for you and wish you and your family all the best❤
A baby boy!! So exciting! Congratulations to you and Luke! You will be amazing parents! Sending loving and support 💙
When you spoke about working this year on yourself becoming more confident to make decisions and good choices, the first thing that came to my mind is that motherhood gave me the perfect opportunity to do just that. I had to for the baby’s sake, and our marriage and new family. I became so much more confident when I became a mom. I learned as much as I could before the baby was born, applied much of that new information, and even more important, I followed my instincts. I felt confident and was very happy, not nervous . You will too and you will be a wonderful mother.
I also thought right away about being a parent. One thing that helped with my confidence in my own decision making was remembering that I am an adult and I actually do know more than my child and am more competent than they are. Trust in that fact.
PS Baby boy, so sweet! Just watch out for squirting when changing that diaper 😂😂😂
When I became a mother, my mother would often remind me that my son didn’t know if I was “doing it wrong” because he’d never had a mom before lol! That built me up a lot. Congratulations, Paola!!
Congratulations! Boys are fun to raise. So curious and they love to explore everything. Some are quiet and creative, while others are rough and tumble. Always a good experience.
Dear Paola, fantastic news !! A little fairy prince will be gracing this world with his magnificence. I hope you are feeling much better. You look beautiful as always. Much love from Australia. Francesca ❤❤❤
Congrats on being able to visualize your family!! Visualizing your goals is such a big step to executing them. Now names are more easily birthed and nursery themes rise up!!! So cool!!
Oh having a son is marvelous. You will have a joyous time.
You are already a Mom in so many ways. You are already experiencing what life will be like after you have the baby. Many of your own plans will be on hold until your child leaves the nest, and you will transition into this new way of life gradually and with ease. It's a labor of love. You are handling your situation with so much patience and grace. That's what it takes to truly be a mother. Congratulations, from one Mom to another!
Boys are so much fun and they LOVE their mamas! Congratulations! 💙
I just had my first baby boy at the end of November, and I’ve realised more than ever how difficult I find making decisions and how much a stress that the ‘wrong’ choice will have terrible consequences - it’s definitely a big point I’m working on for myself, learning to trust my mama instincts❤️
Your kid is going to be so lucky and you are going to bring to this world a Prince charming 😊 Enjoy each moment of your pregnancy. Being a mamma boy is so fun.
Ooooh, how exciting to know you're carrying a boy!! It's going to be so cute when he'll experience his own little adventures together with you in nature!
Unfortunately I've experienced self-doubt throughout my life as well and still do at times - I'm turning 50 this summer.
For me, a lot of it stems from the feeling of not being good enough, which has been ingrained into me from early childhood on by my parents. When other parents told their kids "It's alright, at least you tried." Mine would say "It's never enough to just try if you fail to actually do it." Yeah, it's pretty hard to let that go and connect with the strength within oneself then.
But I'm getting better at it, tackling one day at a time.
Struggling with confidence in your decisions, and sometimes gut, is so real honestly. That was the predominant topic in therapy for me in 2023. We got this ❤
Congratulations! 🎊 💙 My husband and I have three girls, and I think leaning on each other, talking about your big decisions together, and really being prayerful about the big things… it all helps. As a [good] parent you’re always going to wonder and question if you’ve done right by your kiddo, but the mere act of being concerned proves you’re doing your best ✨ And as my Nonnie told my Mom, ‘listen to people’s opinions… but then do what YOU think is best.’ 💫😉
I used to feel the same way regarding knowing what I want. My parents were overprotective and always told me what to do. When I started living my own life and then for several years, I based myself on other people's opinions and adopted them. That wasn't good. It caused me a lot of problems. At some point I started to put a hand on my stomach and heart and feel what my heart was telling me and what I wanted deep down inside. The more often I did that, the better I became at making decisions. Today I can sense very quickly what I want. Warm greetings from Germany. 😊
IT’S A BOY!!!
That’s Wonderful!
Congratulations to you both.
You’ll be surprised to see how your motherly instincts kick in. While the 1st baby has been referred to me as The Trial & Error kid should you have more, trust your instincts. You’ll be a good mom.
Have a Beautiful day. 🌻
Congratulations on a sweet baby boy! How much fun you will have. My son was such a shining and creative light in my life as a baby and as he grew up. He now has four children, two girls and two boys. Your son will be your very own garden/forest prince. Enjoy every dreaming moments waiting for his arrival. Big warm hugs and prayers for a very healthy baby and mama. 🤗💙🙏🏻💙🤗
Congratulations, I just know your little one with love the outdoors as much as ours. It's the best! -G&R,x
I just wanted to say that everyone should definitely become members of Paola's beautiful Patreon community. Every day she has very interesting and insightful thoughts to share and her voice on podcasts is so relaxing to listen to.
Thank you very much for the daily great content, Paola!❤️
I could not make my own decisions for fear of making the wrong ones. Having parents and teachers who did not have my best interests at heart but had an agenda their own that I was meant to serve made it incredibly difficult to trust myself. I have found that decision making is like a muscle: it gets easier the more I do it. You've got this! There are no wrong decisions but sometimes just an interesting albeit different path that one finds oneself on. Best of luck and congratulations!
New moms often focus so much on the delivery. It is good that you are spending time to think about what comes after that. Congratulations!
I haven't had a chance to comment since your video that included your short story, and I was so overwhelmed with emotion over it, that I needed some time. I enjoyed that so much. My husband and I recently adopted a dog from the county services. She is all I ever dreamed of, and she reminds me of a fox. She is so beautiful. Anyhow, your story touched so deeply in my soul. I was at lunch at work, and was needed by my co-workers briefly while watching it, and they caught me bawling. I had to clean up my face rather quickly and tell them it was all okay, that I was just enjoying your story. 😂 One who is not sensitive would never understand those feelings. But, they did. Thank you again.❤
A boy.!!!! =) Thanks for your vulnerablility and sharing your joy. We need to share these things, both for the sharer and the listener 💝
Aww, I understand this, Paola! I am 50, but I still think and feel much like a child. I'm grateful to have this ability, as many people tend to not find value in it, but it is hard to find that self love when others don't seem to appreciate or take the time to understand it. I'm learning to figure this out. I suppose it's never too late now, is it? It is scary to pursue the things we love, at least for me! Unfortunately, lacking that confidence has stifled my own creativity. Watching your videos has allowed me to appreciate all the things I love and have missed so much about myself! Congratulations, dear Paola! Your son better like Peter Rabbit 🐇..lol! I'm certain he will be introduced to him!
My Dear, you are just simply a treasure! Anything you choose to share with us is appreciated. I'm older than your mother probably, don't make resolutions for the new year, but am trying to leave self doubt and lack of confidence in 2023. I just always try to be the best person God made me to be , but I'm trying to believe in myself more this year.
By the way, if I was as talented and beautiful as you...I'd have it made! You are a delight! Thank you for everything you share with us. Have a happy day!
Thanks for checking in and the exciting news! In my experience we all grown in self confidence in the journey of life. Blessings to you and all your loved ones.
Your ever present desire for growth and your willingness to share it helps all of us want to do the same! As the mother of 2 boys (men now), I am so thrilled to hear that you and Luke will have a boy!
congrats! you are such an inspiration to so many people 💖thank you for always sending so much love and light into the world
It warmed my heart to hear of the news of your Son! Congratulations, life is going to be splendid. Cheers 💙
How absolutely wonderful Paola and Luke!! God bless you all!!! ❤
I have two little boys, one 13 months old and the other 2 months old, and they are the most magical angels. You are going to absolutely love being a boy mom. Congratulations ❤.
He will be a wonderful, thoughtful, sweet boy. He certainly is a blessed little one already having you as a mom. Congratulations to you and Luke on this exciting new chapter!
Congratulations! It is such a wonderful blessing to be a boy-mama, and being a mom really helped me gain confidence. Initially, I was very unsure and overwhelmed because of my perfectionistic tendencies, and conflicting (although well-meaning) advice from others didn't help. What I found was I needed to (and could) trust my own intuition and instincts to know what was best for my baby, family, and myself. While I politely listened to others, I also filtered through and discarded what didn't feel "right".
Confidence in your choices comes with experience and age. We learn to trust our gut, our inner voice, our own minds, to quiet the other voices with their "shoulds" and "shouldn'ts" and know what we need to do for ourselves. You are doing that, growing more comfortable and confident. We can see it. It will be a great topic to explore in your next video.❤
Such happy news about your baby boy! Paola, you made the decision to share with us about the challenges of making decisions! It takes a lot of practice and will come eventually. I know because I sometimes struggle with self-confidence, too.
Congratulations!! I am a mama of 2 boys, God has blessed me with them , boys and their mom have a special connection
I'm excited for you knowing your baby son is joining your family! I am here for you and your baby is part of you. Feel free to share all you want about motherhood and baby and books and fairies. I am here for everything you love. Don't worry about anyone who complains about book videos or motherhood videos. It's your channel. Share what you want. I'll be here and others who are here for you will be here.
Congrats. A baby is such a blessing❤
In a world of turmoil, this lovely news is utterly delightful and hope giving to so many of us. Thank you for sharing your news and good wishes to you all.
I can definitely understand that "difficulty in making decisions" aspect. I used to be TERRIBLE at it to where I was in a freeze with anything for a couple years. It's definitely a practice. Honestly, having my daughter has taught me a lot in just 1 year alone; and that's one aspect I've grown in for sure. I don't doubt you'll notice change as this new season approaches. Just be patient and know you're always learning too. ❤
That was one thought that really helped and still continues too as we grow together.
This made me emotional. My girls are 13 and almost 15 and I remember finding out their genders. I miss this, time goes by so fast just try to enjoy every moment ❤
A Baby Boy!!!!! Thank you for sharing this joyous news. I have 2 boys and 1 girl. They are all so different but have grown up loving each other and even though they are grown with families of their own we all still love sharing news and getting together. You and Luke are on your way to the greatest blessing you will ever know.
Congratulations!! That's wonderful news!!!
So happy for you and your husband- sweet congratulations ♥️♥️♥️
So, so happy for you and Luke. 💙 I have so many of the issues you describe. Will look forward to next weeks video discussion. Felt so good to hear you share these quite personal comments. Wishing you a Hopeful New Year … 😊❤️✝️
Congratulations!🎊 ❤
CONGRATULATIONS!!! A boy! Yay....I had a feeling. I wish you and your family all the very best as you prepare over the next several months for the arrival of this precious, God-given, bundle of joy! Safeguard all that is near and dear to you! God Bless....... :)
I have 11 children and my new babe was born a few weeks ago. All of my children wanted a boy but I was certain it was a girl because of the ultrasounds. I had to have 6 ultrasounds because I needed a C-section and every time I thought ‘girl’. So when the doctor held up the baby I was SO amazed that I did in fact have a precious boy! I now have 6 daughters and 5 sons and my children are my greatest joy. Congratulations to you and Luke (Luke is also my new baby’s name) ❤
Congratulations!
I have struggled with self doubt also. 2 things that have helped me move forward and gain more confidence. 1. I tested as an INFJ on the Meyers-Briggs personality scale. Then I dove into research about my type and found support for my specifics including the idea that INFJs regularly have very solid gut instincts that they can’t explain but are often right. 2. I read “The Way of Integrity” by Martha Beck. She explores finding and living a life that is true to you, using the story of Dante’s Inferno.
Congratulations to you and Luke!! A baby boy. So sweet.
I have two boys and two girls.
I have nine grandsons and one granddaughter. Girls are hard to come by in my family. Boys are a lot of fun.
I have a lot of trouble with decision making. I had an injury in June 2010. I got hit with a softball to my forehead above my right eye. To this day, I still have problems from the injury. And the decision making is one of them. I am getting better with it. I just get stressed a lot.
Sending you and Luke lots of Love !! ❤️😘🤗💕
I believe we all second guess ourselves, and this is simply part of the human condition. All perfectly normal to feel this way. No apologies required for any videos being released after such time as you may usually produce them. You're producing a human being, and that takes precedence by far. Feel better soon. ❤
Wow, it was beautiful ❤
Congratulations 🎉❤ I’m so happy for both of you!!! 😊❤
Becoming a mother will grow your self trust and confidence in a way that will amaze you. Being the primary caretaker and advocate for your little being will take you so far and so fast from those feelings of self-doubt, you won't even know it's happening. It's a boy! Congratulations, Paola 💙
So happy you’re entering the beautiful life of motherhood! A love like you’ve never known. A confidence and intuition you’ve never known! And ... a vulnerability and bare-hearted life you’ve never known! Very happy and excited for you to enter this tremendous stage of womanhood. May it be blessed! With love from a fellow Washington, cottage mama welcoming my 4th little joy this spring ❤️❤️❤️
Congratulations on your new blessing Paola! Your baby boy has chosen a gentle and caring mother in a loving and supportive environment. ❤
Felicidades Paola por tu bebé varón❤❤❤
Aww Paola congratulations! I am a mom to three boys and I absolutely love it. Being a boy mama is something special. With my first son, I was young (20) and I was learning everyday with motherhood and questioning everything. I think the journey itself has really helped with my confidence as I was getting older and having 2 more kids along the way. Enjoy every moment of it 💙 So very happy for you and Luke!
When I was a young mother I lacked confidence in my ability and doubted my decisions. I was constantly given *advice* that was unsolicited, and I seldom followed it. We raised our 3 boys how it felt right to us, yet I still doubted myself (asking myself if I should be following someone else’s advice) Fast forward many years, and our oldest is 29 and our twins are 27. I feel blessed beyond words. I talk with them almost daily although they now have their own lives, their own families. They tell me I am their best friend and that they appreciate how we raised them, that I was the perfect mother for them. My point in saying this? Trust yourself, acknowledge self-doubt, then let it go, and be there for and love your child, and everything will work out. Congratulations, boys are so much fun, and your life will be full of so many wonderful adventures!
As a mother of 3 young boys (no girl 🤷🏻♀️ 😂), I am very happy for you! I believe that asking about others’ opinions can benefit us when we are unsure about our choice out of lack of experience and that’s where others’ own experiences can fill in the void.
Woohoo! Boys are great! Congratulations! 🎉❤
¡Felicidades! Que Dios los bendiga siempre.
What wonderful news!! He is going to be a very fortunate boy to have you as his mom and To be living in such a wondrous place. Sending you hugs🧚♂️
Congratulations! I’ve got three sons - all adults now. The best advice I have, regarding mothering, is *listen*. We might not always be able to come up with answers that make sense for someone else - including our own children. If we will simply listen, and allow them to “talk it out”, they’ll arrive at their own best answers, as they go through life. Other than eating more than a human should be capable of, boys are easy, in my experience. You’re already in love with your son, so just be around and keep loving him. He will find his way. Don’t stress out over stuff that doesn’t matter, such as which school he goes to - or maybe you will decide that homeschool is a great option for your family, as it was for my own. When the children are little, and your life circumstances let it be so, let them behave as children. Play is important. Some children grow up in surroundings where they are fearful, or they’re expected to do their fair share of the work of staying alive, for example, and are not able to ever really just be kids. I’ve seen both sides of that particular coin. There are advantages to both, in my opinion, but a life lived without play or imagination being something that is accepted and encouraged is less than ideal, I believe. As for trusting yourself - your soul knows the way to go. When the decision to be made holds severe consequences if your choice isn’t the best, then sure - seek the advice of your elders or anyone else whose opinion you value. When the choices to be made matter only on a small scale, that you can easily recover from if you goof up, then go with your gut. Once you begin to see the positive results of trusting yourself more, then up the ante on some of your choices and make bigger decisions. One thing to keep in mind, is that once you feel ready to make a decision, be bold about it, knowing that you could be wrong and own it. It’s almost always OK to be wrong about stuff - I do that often - and so far, I’m pretty sure that nobody has died because of a decision I’ve made. There is precious little in this existence that is truly a matter of life and death. Be smart. Don’t put yourself into debt if you can help it and get out of debt as soon as you can, if you’re in it. Don’t poison anyone. You know, the basic stuff. It’ll all be OK. Oh - chilly weather, pointed table corners, stuff that is extra sharp if it gets broken… stuff like that… be aware of the surroundings and environment for your son, but there isn’t a need to be hyper-paranoid about all of the “what ifs” that are perceived hazards. For example, when I was young enough to need one, car seats for babies in automobiles did not exist yet. The same was true when my baby brother was born. He rode up the (mostly unpaved at the time) Alcan Highway from Fort Worth, Texas to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, in a cardboard box between my parents’ bucket seats in a Chevy Blazer. The year was 1973. We survived. All will be well. Remember. Your soul knows. Trust it. Cheers, Monica 😊
I’m due a baby boy in April and u adored your comment. Loved it. Thank you for saying all this. I love the last example about the box 📦 ❤️❤️ I feel so overwhelmed with all these gizmos they tell us we need. We’re minimalists and knowing the line between “is this depriving something we need” and “we’re literally being scammed” is so hard this day and age. Take me back to the good old days!! ❤️❤️
I enjoyed your heartfelt video... many blessings to you, Luke and precious baby boy. Isn’t it wonderful! Looking forward to sharing your journey. Relating as a Mother of three and Grandmother of five. 🥰
Congratulations, my sweet lady! Back in my day (1971) we did not know what gender our children were going to be. It was a total surprise. I had a wonderful baby boy. I wish you the very very best.
Congratulations on the baby boy news!!
I think as a mom gaining confidence is so important. I wish I had trusted myself more when I had my kids in the beginning. There are so many voices out there! It's great to get insight from others...but never feel pressured to do anything different from your own convictions!
Oh sweet Paola, you my dear are such a breath of fresh air. You’re calmness, kindness and creativity are a sign of self confidence from the outside looking in. The choices you make will mold you into who you are meant to be. Will they always be the correct choices? Maybe not, but you will learn and grow from every single decision/ choice you make. To become the best version of ourselves is a continuous work every single day. We all struggle with something, it’s whether we address it or not that matters. You are a strong and beautiful soul. You’ve got this!
P.S. Happy y’all found out you are having a son 💙
I really resonate with this. The lack of self trust is so hard to overcome. And I don’t even know what steps to take to work towards building that muscle. But I understand that feeling. Thanks for sharing
Felicidades Paola y Luke!!!
Congratulations Paola to you and your entire families🥰✨They have to be over the moon with excitement for your new baby boy coming into this world. Oh my God I can picture him now all dressed in a light blue sailor outfit and hat 🩵You’re going to have so much fun decorating his nursery and writing illustration books for
him I just know it🥰. And I think making decisions is all about trusting your instincts and higher self. Once you can recognize the voice of your higher self within you can just rely on her when you have a question and eventually you won’t be able to tell the difference it will just come automatically. And yes sometimes we need to mediate and do things to get back in touch when we feel a little off but she’s always there waiting to help all you have to do is ask. Get well pretty girl💖🙏🤍✨
How lovely 💙
Paola, you are SO competent to raise a child. You and Luke will be perfect parents!
No worries, like so many other things in life - things work themselves out when the baby is born.
Enjoy this time of growth and discovery 💞🩵
Muchas Felicidades Paula y Luke será un niño muy feliz .
I'm finding more and more in my life's experiences that changes happen most authentically and beautifully when we notice the way we are and bring our loving attention to that noticing. I have also grappled with lack of self trust and just reminding myself and bringing my attention and awareness to that noticing of lack of self trust is the beginning of the magic of being human.
As an older Mom...("advanced maternal age...lol..if I never heard that term again from my OB/GYN..it would have been too soon!!) I got so much advice...SO MUCH!! And as appreciative as I was..I really only felt truly comfortable when I listened to my own heart. Of course I took the advice when it came to baby illnesses, etc....but I did my own research as well. The best advice I ever got was during my baby shower when a friend of my parents who was 90 at the time..said this: "Treat Motherhood like instructions on an airplane. Put the mask on yourself first so you can help the person next to you. If you don't, you'll all die!" LOL!! She meant that you need to make sure you're ok. Even if that means taking time for yourself, getting away for a few hours, etc. She raised 5 kids who became successful adults! My own Sons who are now 19 & 18 are amazing..and time truly does fly!! But I always remembered her words and never forgot myself in Motherhood. Congratulations on finding out you're having a Boy!! I loved raising mine..and still do!! xo
Absolutely, a great idea. I have had issues with self-esteem my whole life... i just think it's par for the course of being an empath, an artist and an HSP in this crazy world