Hey Taylor - this post is coming from a 70-year-old, old-school, old-fashioned gal who says, "Good for you guys, and don't let anyone pressure you" about finding out the sex of your baby. In my opinion the miracle of birth is made all the more precious when you hear those words at delivery. You are on the verge of an incredible journey!
We have 4 kids and we never learned the gender until delivery! 18 years later I can still hear the Doctor say "IT'S A GIRL!" after already having 3 boys. Thank you for doing it right!
Hey Taylor, congrats! Not sure if you've thought of this but when our first kiddo was born we took his hat that the hospital put on him right after the birth. After they cleaned him up, they give him a new hat. Anyway, we brought that first hat home and gave it to our dog to smell and she took it put the hat in her bed and slept with it until we brought the baby home. She was very gentle and sweet when she got to meet him and they were besties for many years. Wishing you the best. Yay for your family!
As a nervous first-time father, I thought that I wanted a girl first because I thought a daughter would be easier to handle. However, when my son was born, it totally didn’t matter and it was the happiest day of my life and now he just graduated from college. Cherish every moment. It will pass in the blink of an eye.
A breastfeeding mom is a portable kitchen. I took my babies everywhere. Camping, road trips, anywhere I wanted to go that I could assure was safe, I went. Benton and Emma are wonderfully strong names that have strong ties to the trail. Good luck!
Parenting is basically just trying to constantly figure things out. Once you think you have it, things change, children grow, and you start all over again. Staying active is going to serve you well through the remainder of your pregnancy and beyond. Congratulations!
Congratulations! You make being pregnant look easy. I'm glad you waited to announce your pregnancy because now we don't have as long to wait for baby! So excited for you guys.
Car camping for Labor Day should be totally doable. Both my boys we took at 6 weeks old for car camping as the first trip. I think it is very wise that you are not set on any expectations for what life after baby comes will look like, what ever you decide is the best way to enjoy the outdoors with your family is what will be best for you and it will be magical whatever you choose to do. Congratulations, motherhood is truly the best adventure!
You have been and will continue to get lots of advice. Mine is to just say congratulations. Pray you have a healthy baby, enjoy and provide the baby with love, patience, laughter, and let your common sense and instincts kick in when needed. No one kisses or touches the babby until after 4 months on the face. Keep hands washed. Most of all, listen to your mom. Seriously, she did a phenomenal job raising you. You and her are lovely together, carry that on and you won't go wrong. ❤😊 again congratulations to you, Chet and Cali
Ok as a mom of 4 I’m going to give you my 2 cents. All you need for the early days is a nice soft carrier like a Tula! Then you can back carry once they are sitting up. I use mine until my littles are too heavy to carry. So like age 4. Such an exciting time for your growing family! The newborn days are an adjustment but enjoy the snuggles and take it one day at a time. Don’t feel like you owe social media anything when it comes to sharing child related news! The internet is a crazy place.
I’m 60 now and still love to hike the AT. I started section hiking as a kid in Girl Scouts! My youngest daughter and I decided we’d hike the AT together and we began in earnest when she was 17. We have such wonderful memories of each trip, and love, love, love, to reminisce. We head out on another section next month along with her new husband who I introduced to backpacking a few years ago. I fully expect to hike with their future children someday as well. So excited for you, and your husband as you embark on your new, wondrous journey. 😊
Best wishes! Your mothering instincts to wait and meet your child are spot on. You never know what fascinating interests they will bring to your life. Your child will influence you as much as you influence your child. There’s lots of time to do and explore in many different ways. Humans are designed to have many interests! Be safe and healthy and all the rest falls into place.
Just another comment. If you take your child out hiking and camping while they are very young and show them your excitement you will instill a great gift. My father took out family out camping and walking the woods. I got my love for camping and walking from those trips. I was when I was the closest to him. He didn't backpack but he loved to walk on vacations. He never forced me but showed by example. I'll be 72 this July and my children and grandchildren know what hiking is to me. My wife loves to walk miles on beaches with me. She got 76 miles on the AT with me. I have 900. Hopefully, Next year I'll be able to finish. Enjoy the little one because before you know it you'll be going to graduation. May God continue to bless you, your husband and your little one.
Wonderful sharing and Praying so your pregnancy to be smooth, event free & for a wonderful experience and delivery of a healthy baby…. And I’m feeling the vibes for a girl. ❤😊
That's the carrier I have too. I love it. Baby needs to be able to sit up on their own before going in it which, like you said, is around 6 months. I am on my second baby in the carrier and its one of my favorite things. There is something so wholesome and pure about carrying your baby on your back for hikes. Congratulations. It's life changing.
You're going to be a great Mom. 😊 The kid will more likely want to hike because you love hiking (and he/she loves you) than because you want it to, so your attitude is wonderful.
Congrats Taylor! I didn't find out with my pregnancy either -- I had a baby boy in 2021! It was so fun finding out during delivery and my husband got to announce it to the room.
Wow!!! Great news Taylor!!! What a blessing. Having a child will change your life in the best way possible. Enjoy every minute's as time will pass so fast. So happy for you!!!
How exciting! I hiked my whole pregnancy and after… if your body is use to it and you listen to your body, you should be able. To this day trail is so healing and the place we go to for adventure and talk❤❤❤
Congratulations. Very excited to you and your husband. Our first hike with AZ Eagle was at 3 months in the Adirondacks. We stayed in the lodge and hiked in the snow during the day. There are great pictures of him in a backpack hiking in the Grand Canyon. We returned and he spent time on Mr. Rook's shoulders. We had a feeling during last year's AT hike that maybe a little one is in the future. Very happy to meet you during our hike on the AT.
So happy for you both!! You look great. I thought you might be expecting at the end of your AT hike last year when the weather was so tough. As a Dee Dee to 4, I know how the grands feel, too.. Got 'cha in my thoughts and prayers. Friends hike with their littles. You have this!!
Congratulations to you and your whole family on the new baby. I’m happy to see you aren’t finding out what you’re having. There are so few surprises in life. This will be one of the best. Be well!
So excited for you. Cool that you and Dixie are both pregnant - hope you hiking ladies can connect some way. Best wishes and look forward to all of your upcoming videos!
I think you will know when the time is right to camp and hike with your baby. I have 3 children and my recovery was different with all of them. I have always been able to take gentle walks within a few days of delivery, but when I felt like actual exercise varied greatly. I absolutely love hiking with my kids, it’s just a great way to bond and hang out.
Fully enjoy being a Mom. I have five kids. Al five love nature and National Parks, but my oldest is the only only one that loves difficult hikes. He is a senior in high school and we have a tradition to do Mt Washington on his birthday. This year will be our sixth time together.
Congratulations Taylor!! My advice is go simple with baby clothes. They grow so fast. I didn’t do that and think back now and wish I had. Also enjoy those little moments with the baby. It’s such a sweet time. As I said they grow so fast. Maybe not at first but one day you’ll look back and wonder where the time went. Mime will be 22 and 19 this year. Crazy!! Congrats again!=)
Awe congrats! You sound like you have your head on your shoulders knowing that it's difficult to plan for something this major. Glad to hear you'll still be hiking.
Congratulations!! And good for you not sharing this exciting news until when you did - you and your family deserve privacy and I caution you with sharing the baby on social media -sure talk about him/her but try and keep their face off-- there are any crazy people in the world. The very best as you move through this wonderful time in your life . I have been following you since your first hike.
Congratulations and I hope you and your partner enjoy a wonderful and abundant pregnancy. On the baby hiking gear, we adored our Deuter Kid Comfort Pro. Well built and comfortable for the kid.
I bought shockz headphones based on your recommendation and I love them! Thanks. Congrat on the baby. Wish I were going to trail days. Did last year, but work and budget won’t allow. I’m from CA so it’s a bit of a trek so so speak.
Congratulations, so happy for you! Exciting times ahead for you and your husband. And definitely, don't let it stop you hiking or camping. Taken the child along and set down an athletic environment in the child's life. They will come to love it in their lives, cause I bet hiking will be in their DNA :) . Love and hugs always!
Im a dad, started following you when my son was on his AT adventure, just to see through your eyes what he was experiencing. Thank you. Im so happy for you guys and your Baby!
I've hiked with both front carrier size and backpack size children. Go with how you feel and what you are comfortable with. I've also done tons of camping with my kids. Pack and plays were great for car camping. Congratulations!!!
Omg heartburn for me was the worst, lol. I’m going out in a limb and saying “boy” just because you are carrying very much like me, all in front. Excited to find out when the time comes. I’ve seen so many little babies on trails. You’ll be out there when you feel it’s the right time. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️
Hi, my fiancée is flat-footed and can’t do much distance. I saw your two videos about shorter New Hampshire Hikes, but we go camping at Passaconaway all the time, and I’d love some ideas for short scenic hikes/walks. We usually like to relax and cook when we camp, sit by water, but I wanna see more, so any ideas would be much appreciated and driving a distance is not a problem. Thanks.
About seven months I had to stop riding my horse. It was just too hard to get off! I was still taking plane trips thru 8th month. We didn’t know the sex either!
Do what is best for you and family. We still be here just give little bits and pieces. 1 or 2 minutes. . You have tell everyone you do. Do what you feel comfortable with. You show enough of your life all ready live you life with your family it getting bigger.
Congrats! I didn't watch RUclips while away most of April, so this was the first I heard of it. It seems you have everything under control, and a good attitude. Even if the "buying stuff" nesting instinct gets the better of you, that is true of everyone with two nickels to rub together. You're human, and being over-prepared for the great unknown, is a very human thing to do. Just keep in mind that the kid will grow up fine with or without thousands of bucks of gear that will be used for a year or two. So, just buy stuff that makes your own life with them easier, because they're not going to care or remember any of it. The one area I'd spend more for, is for great car seats, including ones for your parents or whoever else will drive the kid. Don't let anyone but yourself & Chet pick out any car seat your kid will be in. I'm a mechanical engineer, yet my daughter and SIL bought, installed, and trained me regarding each stage of car seat they wanted their kid in. They fell just short of asking for my car's VIN, so they could research the car-seat features of my car's attachment points, belts, etc. They also got a folding car seat that they can fly with, and is even approved for use in airliner seats by the FAA. A flight attendant freaked out seeing the kid in it, saying it couldn't possibly meet FAA specs. My daughter handed her a copy of its FAA approval, then all the FAs wanted to see it, and were all complimentary for it being not only the real deal, but also so compact she'd gotten it onboard past them without them realizing she'd brought a seat onboard. They're used to spotting bulky child seats and checking whether they are approved in flight.
I bought an older version of the poco 7 or so years ago. It's an awesome bag! You can get them in pretty young because of all the straps to hold the baby in.
Congrats! I agree about not knowing the gender, so few true surprises in life...all through my pregnancy I thought it would be a boy, then just before I wished for a girl..and that's what I got! She is now 22 and graduated college. Unfortunately she really didn't like to hike, only Rock scramble ( think bee hive, chocora etc). Enjoy!
Excited for you, hope everything continues to go well with you through the rest of pregnancy and delivery, and that baby is healthy and happy. ❤️ As far as the kiddo hiking with you, there’s a good chance that they’ll do whatever you do until they get into preteen-teens as long as you keep their limits and needs in mind (which I’m sure you will 🥰🥰)
Congratulations to you and your husband, you are about to have the greatest adventure in life. You are already a good Mom just by taking care of yourself and staying fit and I’m sure that will continue. Can’t wait for news of the birth and sex of the baby…wishing the best for you and your family😀
Maybe a new NH48 category? Completed while pregnant? Don't worry about whether he/she will take to hiking. Toddlers are natural hikers and explorers. My granddaughter took to the trails as soon as she could walk. Of course it helped that dad was a mountain bike trail builder. She has helped cut new trails, build and install wooden bridges, has operated a mini excavator (she asked for one of her own for her 4th birthday) and is on a first name basis with the entire trail maintenance crew. So with Mom's role model I would be very surprised if the kid doesn't follow the footsteps. Peace, Love and Kindness.
Whoo hoo! Congratulations! So excited for you and your husband! Also fun that you are waiting until the baby is born to find out if it is a boy or a girl! 👏👏👏👍👍👍
So excited for you and thank you for continuing to share your journey! I remember wondering when you ended your hike if you might be pregnant😊. Also, I’m gonna hint to my kids about the monopoly for Mother’s Day!
I have had 12 pregnancies and didn’t find out the gender before birth. I wanted to rely on my instincts. I was correct with all 12. If husband looks awesome all. The. Time😂 it’s a boy (extra testosterone). If you are weepy a lot, girl (extra estrogen). There is also a difference post partum. With a boy, your body flushes out the hormones fast (about 6 weeks). With a girl, the recovery is slow and steady (about 3 months). Congratulations!!!
Hey Taylor - this post is coming from a 70-year-old, old-school, old-fashioned gal who says, "Good for you guys, and don't let anyone pressure you" about finding out the sex of your baby. In my opinion the miracle of birth is made all the more precious when you hear those words at delivery. You are on the verge of an incredible journey!
We have 4 kids and we never learned the gender until delivery! 18 years later I can still hear the Doctor say "IT'S A GIRL!" after already having 3 boys. Thank you for doing it right!
Hey Taylor, congrats! Not sure if you've thought of this but when our first kiddo was born we took his hat that the hospital put on him right after the birth. After they cleaned him up, they give him a new hat. Anyway, we brought that first hat home and gave it to our dog to smell and she took it put the hat in her bed and slept with it until we brought the baby home. She was very gentle and sweet when she got to meet him and they were besties for many years. Wishing you the best. Yay for your family!
As a nervous first-time father, I thought that I wanted a girl first because I thought a daughter would be easier to handle. However, when my son was born, it totally didn’t matter and it was the happiest day of my life and now he just graduated from college. Cherish every moment. It will pass in the blink of an eye.
A breastfeeding mom is a portable kitchen. I took my babies everywhere. Camping, road trips, anywhere I wanted to go that I could assure was safe, I went. Benton and Emma are wonderfully strong names that have strong ties to the trail. Good luck!
Parenting is basically just trying to constantly figure things out. Once you think you have it, things change, children grow, and you start all over again. Staying active is going to serve you well through the remainder of your pregnancy and beyond. Congratulations!
Congratulations! You make being pregnant look easy. I'm glad you waited to announce your pregnancy because now we don't have as long to wait for baby! So excited for you guys.
Car camping for Labor Day should be totally doable. Both my boys we took at 6 weeks old for car camping as the first trip. I think it is very wise that you are not set on any expectations for what life after baby comes will look like, what ever you decide is the best way to enjoy the outdoors with your family is what will be best for you and it will be magical whatever you choose to do. Congratulations, motherhood is truly the best adventure!
You have been and will continue to get lots of advice. Mine is to just say congratulations. Pray you have a healthy baby, enjoy and provide the baby with love, patience, laughter, and let your common sense and instincts kick in when needed. No one kisses or touches the babby until after 4 months on the face. Keep hands washed. Most of all, listen to your mom. Seriously, she did a phenomenal job raising you. You and her are lovely together, carry that on and you won't go wrong. ❤😊 again congratulations to you, Chet and Cali
Ok as a mom of 4 I’m going to give you my 2 cents. All you need for the early days is a nice soft carrier like a Tula! Then you can back carry once they are sitting up. I use mine until my littles are too heavy to carry. So like age 4. Such an exciting time for your growing family! The newborn days are an adjustment but enjoy the snuggles and take it one day at a time. Don’t feel like you owe social media anything when it comes to sharing child related news! The internet is a crazy place.
Can't believe you are not going to Tim the Tool Man show for a name inspiration. Congratulation to you and your husband for your first child.
I can relate to the out of breath already! Well, I can't, but Steph can. Excited to get outdoor baby advice from you!
I’m 60 now and still love to hike the AT. I started section hiking as a kid in Girl Scouts! My youngest daughter and I decided we’d hike the AT together and we began in earnest when she was 17.
We have such wonderful memories of each trip, and love, love, love, to reminisce. We head out on another section next month along with her new husband who I introduced to backpacking a few years ago. I fully expect to hike with their future children someday as well. So excited for you, and your husband as you embark on your new, wondrous journey. 😊
Congratulations! Wishing you a healthy pregnancy & baby. 😊
Best wishes! Your mothering instincts to wait and meet your child are spot on. You never know what fascinating interests they will bring to your life. Your child will influence you as much as you influence your child. There’s lots of time to do and explore in many different ways. Humans are designed to have many interests! Be safe and healthy and all the rest falls into place.
Just another comment. If you take your child out hiking and camping while they are very young and show them your excitement you will instill a great gift. My father took out family out camping and walking the woods. I got my love for camping and walking from those trips. I was when I was the closest to him. He didn't backpack but he loved to walk on vacations. He never forced me but showed by example. I'll be 72 this July and my children and grandchildren know what hiking is to me. My wife loves to walk miles on beaches with me. She got 76 miles on the AT with me. I have 900. Hopefully, Next year I'll be able to finish. Enjoy the little one because before you know it you'll be going to graduation. May God continue to bless you, your husband and your little one.
Wonderful sharing and Praying so your pregnancy to be smooth, event free & for a wonderful experience and delivery of a healthy baby…. And I’m feeling the vibes for a girl. ❤😊
That's the carrier I have too. I love it. Baby needs to be able to sit up on their own before going in it which, like you said, is around 6 months. I am on my second baby in the carrier and its one of my favorite things. There is something so wholesome and pure about carrying your baby on your back for hikes. Congratulations. It's life changing.
You're going to be a great Mom. 😊 The kid will more likely want to hike because you love hiking (and he/she loves you) than because you want it to, so your attitude is wonderful.
Watch “ Fight For Together” the Crawford Family hiking At with children. Will give you inspo, Taylor!
I read their book!
Congrats Taylor! I didn't find out with my pregnancy either -- I had a baby boy in 2021! It was so fun finding out during delivery and my husband got to announce it to the room.
Wow!!! Great news Taylor!!! What a blessing. Having a child will change your life in the best way possible. Enjoy every minute's as time will pass so fast. So happy for you!!!
Congratulations to you and your husband 💙
Congrats on the little one coming soon. I agree that I would want to wait for the day in the delivery room to find out the gender of the baby.
How exciting! I hiked my whole pregnancy and after… if your body is use to it and you listen to your body, you should be able. To this day trail is so healing and the place we go to for adventure and talk❤❤❤
Congratulations. Very excited to you and your husband. Our first hike with AZ Eagle was at 3 months in the Adirondacks. We stayed in the lodge and hiked in the snow during the day. There are great pictures of him in a backpack hiking in the Grand Canyon. We returned and he spent time on Mr. Rook's shoulders. We had a feeling during last year's AT hike that maybe a little one is in the future. Very happy to meet you during our hike on the AT.
Congratulations Taylor and Chet. So happy for you!
I didn't find out with my first two and I felt it really helped me get through my (very difficult) deliveries. Couldn't wait to find out!!!
So happy for you both!! You look great. I thought you might be expecting at the end of your AT hike last year when the weather was so tough. As a Dee Dee to 4, I know how the grands feel, too.. Got 'cha in my thoughts and prayers.
Friends hike with their littles. You have this!!
Congratulations!! Bravo to waiting to find out til delivery 😊
Congratulations❤️ and thank you for sharing. Wishing you all the best.
I had stepped away from you tube for a bit. I am just seeing this now. Congratulations!!!!! You are going to be a great mom!!
Congratulations to you and your whole family on the new baby. I’m happy to see you aren’t finding out what you’re having. There are so few surprises in life. This will be one of the best. Be well!
So excited for you. Cool that you and Dixie are both pregnant - hope you hiking ladies can connect some way. Best wishes and look forward to all of your upcoming videos!
I think you will know when the time is right to camp and hike with your baby. I have 3 children and my recovery was different with all of them. I have always been able to take gentle walks within a few days of delivery, but when I felt like actual exercise varied greatly. I absolutely love hiking with my kids, it’s just a great way to bond and hang out.
At the risk of sounding repetitive? Congratulations, so happy for you !
Good for you it will be a great surprise! I didn’t know what I was having either and it was wonderful! Congratulations!
Congrats Taylor! I love you are waiting for the surprise. Take it easy!
Fully enjoy being a Mom. I have five kids. Al five love nature and National Parks, but my oldest is the only only one that loves difficult hikes. He is a senior in high school and we have a tradition to do Mt Washington on his birthday. This year will be our sixth time together.
Boy! Congrats to you! Wishing you a happy healthy baby❤
Congratulations Taylor!!
My advice is go simple with baby clothes. They grow so fast. I didn’t do that and think back now and wish I had.
Also enjoy those little moments with the baby. It’s such a sweet time. As I said they grow so fast.
Maybe not at first but one day you’ll look back and wonder where the time went.
Mime will be 22 and 19 this year. Crazy!!
Congrats again!=)
Congratulations!!! So excited for you.
My daughter and I will do lots of hiking for you and baby Nahamsha this summer!
I get so much pleasure watching your videos! You will make an incredible Mom
Awww - you’re gonna be such a good mommy!!! So excited for you guys!!!
Congratulations. The best years of life are ahead of you
I am so happy for you and your hubby Taylor❤️
Awe congrats! You sound like you have your head on your shoulders knowing that it's difficult to plan for something this major. Glad to hear you'll still be hiking.
I waited until delivery to find out for my kids. Glad I did.😊❤
When you said AT inspired names the first thing that popped into my head was Charlies Bunyon.🤣. Best of luck on your newest life endeavour
Congratulations!! And good for you not sharing this exciting news until when you did - you and your family deserve privacy and I caution you with sharing the baby on social media -sure talk about him/her but try and keep their face off-- there are any crazy people in the world. The very best as you move through this wonderful time in your life . I have been following you since your first hike.
You seem to have a great support system in your family. You will be a great mother!
Congratulations! Very exciting chapter!
Not finding out is the BEST THING EVER!
Congratulations, Taylor! So happy for you! I wish you and your little one all the very best!
Congratulations and I hope you and your partner enjoy a wonderful and abundant pregnancy. On the baby hiking gear, we adored our Deuter Kid Comfort Pro. Well built and comfortable for the kid.
I bought shockz headphones based on your recommendation and I love them! Thanks. Congrat on the baby. Wish I were going to trail days. Did last year, but work and budget won’t allow. I’m from CA so it’s a bit of a trek so so speak.
That is fantastic news! Congratulations to you and your family! 👶❤
Congratulations again! So excited for your new addition.
Congratulations, so happy for you! Exciting times ahead for you and your husband. And definitely, don't let it stop you hiking or camping. Taken the child along and set down an athletic environment in the child's life. They will come to love it in their lives, cause I bet hiking will be in their DNA :) . Love and hugs always!
Very cool, congrats to you and your husband !!
Im a dad, started following you when my son was on his AT adventure, just to see through your eyes what he was experiencing. Thank you. Im so happy for you guys and your Baby!
Wishing you all the very best with everything that's going on. 😊
Congratulations! Hiking seems to be a great incentive for making babies!
Congratulations; you're going to be a great mother!
Many congratulations to you and your husband wow what wonderful news
yup , the HEARTBURN !!!
Just getting around to saying Congratulations, Nahamsha!!!! 👶
I am so beyond happy for you, what a journey to come 🩵🥾✨🩷
😊 I'm so happy for you, Taylor. I think the kid will be born with trekking poles in hand.😂 We love you Nahamsha, take care! ✌️
I've hiked with both front carrier size and backpack size children. Go with how you feel and what you are comfortable with. I've also done tons of camping with my kids. Pack and plays were great for car camping. Congratulations!!!
Omg heartburn for me was the worst, lol. I’m going out in a limb and saying “boy” just because you are carrying very much like me, all in front. Excited to find out when the time comes. I’ve seen so many little babies on trails. You’ll be out there when you feel it’s the right time. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️
Hi, my fiancée is flat-footed and can’t do much distance. I saw your two videos about shorter New Hampshire Hikes, but we go camping at Passaconaway all the time, and I’d love some ideas for short scenic hikes/walks. We usually like to relax and cook when we camp, sit by water, but I wanna see more, so any ideas would be much appreciated and driving a distance is not a problem. Thanks.
congrats taylor!
About seven months I had to stop riding my horse. It was just too hard to get off! I was still taking plane trips thru 8th month. We didn’t know the sex either!
Thanks for sharing your news and answering questions. Such a special time for you and Brad.
Do what is best for you and family. We still be here just give little bits and pieces. 1 or 2 minutes. . You have tell everyone you do. Do what you feel comfortable with. You show enough of your life all ready live you life with your family it getting bigger.
Fantastic waiting to find who your baby is. And a huge congratulations to you two!
Congrats! I didn't watch RUclips while away most of April, so this was the first I heard of it. It seems you have everything under control, and a good attitude. Even if the "buying stuff" nesting instinct gets the better of you, that is true of everyone with two nickels to rub together. You're human, and being over-prepared for the great unknown, is a very human thing to do.
Just keep in mind that the kid will grow up fine with or without thousands of bucks of gear that will be used for a year or two. So, just buy stuff that makes your own life with them easier, because they're not going to care or remember any of it.
The one area I'd spend more for, is for great car seats, including ones for your parents or whoever else will drive the kid. Don't let anyone but yourself & Chet pick out any car seat your kid will be in. I'm a mechanical engineer, yet my daughter and SIL bought, installed, and trained me regarding each stage of car seat they wanted their kid in. They fell just short of asking for my car's VIN, so they could research the car-seat features of my car's attachment points, belts, etc.
They also got a folding car seat that they can fly with, and is even approved for use in airliner seats by the FAA. A flight attendant freaked out seeing the kid in it, saying it couldn't possibly meet FAA specs. My daughter handed her a copy of its FAA approval, then all the FAs wanted to see it, and were all complimentary for it being not only the real deal, but also so compact she'd gotten it onboard past them without them realizing she'd brought a seat onboard. They're used to spotting bulky child seats and checking whether they are approved in flight.
I bought an older version of the poco 7 or so years ago. It's an awesome bag! You can get them in pretty young because of all the straps to hold the baby in.
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Congratulations! So happy for you and your husband! Looking forward to hikes with baby!
I used the Boba carrier and when tiny the boba wrap.
Loved them.
Congrats! I agree about not knowing the gender, so few true surprises in life...all through my pregnancy I thought it would be a boy, then just before I wished for a girl..and that's what I got! She is now 22 and graduated college. Unfortunately she really didn't like to hike, only Rock scramble ( think bee hive, chocora etc).
Enjoy!
Congratulations! What sunglasses were you wearing in your car after work? They're very cool!
They're from Blenders!
Excited for you, hope everything continues to go well with you through the rest of pregnancy and delivery, and that baby is healthy and happy. ❤️
As far as the kiddo hiking with you, there’s a good chance that they’ll do whatever you do until they get into preteen-teens as long as you keep their limits and needs in mind (which I’m sure you will 🥰🥰)
Congratulations to you and your husband, you are about to have the greatest adventure in life. You are already a good Mom just by taking care of yourself and staying fit and I’m sure that will continue. Can’t wait for news of the birth and sex of the baby…wishing the best for you and your family😀
Congratulations Taylor
Taylor you are so inspiring. All best wishes to you and your family!
Appalachian-opoly!! That sounds cool!!
Maybe a new NH48 category? Completed while pregnant? Don't worry about whether he/she will take to hiking. Toddlers are natural hikers and explorers. My granddaughter took to the trails as soon as she could walk. Of course it helped that dad was a mountain bike trail builder. She has helped cut new trails, build and install wooden bridges, has operated a mini excavator (she asked for one of her own for her 4th birthday) and is on a first name basis with the entire trail maintenance crew. So with Mom's role model I would be very surprised if the kid doesn't follow the footsteps. Peace, Love and Kindness.
Congratulations again!!! And I can’t wait for Trail Days content 😎
Whoo hoo! Congratulations! So excited for you and your husband!
Also fun that you are waiting until the baby is born to find out if it is a boy or a girl!
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Awesome news. Congratulations and all the best.
All of this...quite brilliant!! 🥾🌄👶🙌
So excited for you and thank you for continuing to share your journey! I remember wondering when you ended your hike if you might be pregnant😊. Also, I’m gonna hint to my kids about the monopoly for Mother’s Day!
You should watch Hailey Outside. She's so inspiring!!
I've seen some of her videos! Just saw she's expecting too 😊
Missed earlier announcement. Congrats!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻
We didn't find out either and it was so much fun :)
I have had 12 pregnancies and didn’t find out the gender before birth. I wanted to rely on my instincts. I was correct with all 12. If husband looks awesome all. The. Time😂 it’s a boy (extra testosterone). If you are weepy a lot, girl (extra estrogen). There is also a difference post partum. With a boy, your body flushes out the hormones fast (about 6 weeks). With a girl, the recovery is slow and steady (about 3 months). Congratulations!!!
Thanks for the updates. Take care ❤❤