There is nothing more beautiful than watching your children meet for the first time and giving them a best friend for life. ❤️ Mom of 4 here. Best moments of my life.
I remember when I transitioned from one child to two. I loved my first son so much and while I knew that I would love my second baby, I wondered if it would be different. It's amazing how much I loved both of them after I had my second son. Its like God makes our heart make room for each new child. 5 kids later, I love each of them equally and they each have their gifts that make them unique. I will say that the second child was easier because it wasn't a learning curve. My first son was 8 weeks early and spent 2 1/2 months in the hospital and was sick. I am amazed I even had another child after that experience, but God has a way of bringing you through whatever lessons we get to learn. Boys are soooo different from girls. I had 4 sons and 1 daughter and wow, is all I can say. As a grandparent I value the infancy of my grand babies so much because I learned how fast they grow up while being a parent. You all got this and my advice is to immerse yourself in each moment and know that you are not alone!
Our daughter is a couple weeks younger than drew and we just had twins six weeks ago.... you got this! It’ll be your new normal and drew will be the best big sister! 💜
We are almost 2 months into our second child and I had the same feelings Shawn is saying about not liking to share. Though you do become a family of four one thing we have noticed is that we don't always feel like a family of 4. Baby girl naps a lot so we still have some sweet family of 3 time. During pregnancy I thought It was going to be an abrupt family of 4 shift, but because of the amount of time she naps it's actually turned it a progressive change and not so sudden. I'm sure drew will do great! Our toddler is 2.5 and she always has to know where baby is. From the day we found out, our toddler knew a baby was coming and we talked about it very regularly. We made sure as soon as our baby was born the first person we called was our toddler so she could meet her sister (couldn't come to hospital because of COVID restrictions). Let Drew help when she wants to if that means grabbing a new diaper or wipes when changing or helping with play/tummy time!
I felt the same with my second. It is way more gradual than I expected. My baby is now 9 months and I still get one on one time with my toddler because she naps twice and he doesn't. Maybe once naps drop we will have to work out one on one time but for now, it's great!
I am currently 28 weeks with our first baby and she too is a 2 vessel cord like Drew was. This whole experience has been terrifying. With all the extra ultrasounds and visits to the hospital and to just finding out that we will now start stress testing baby girl twice a week, every week, starting at 32 weeks has been a lot on this mama heart. If it wasn’t for your beautiful story with Drew and my faith in God I would be living in constant fear. Don’t get me wrong fear still gets the best of me some days, but I’m just trusting God and his plan for us. You guys are awesome. Praying for you both, Drew and baby boy EAST in the days to come. Y’all got this! 💙
I'm going with July 16th. But Shawn your beautiful. I'm pregnant with my little girl and its crazy. My pregnancy with my little girl was night and day from my son. My son was easy and my girl I felt everything. Morning sickness everything. My son never had it. Craved salty and spicy and baby girl. Nothing. With baby boy filled with emotions, I cried about everything. Buy Andrew, your so supportive its beautiful.
Here is some advice that is sometimes hard to do but sooo well worth it for your relationship with child #1... Individually take some time with just Drew and have a daddy or mommy daughter date. Being intentional about her place in your lives is key. That just because little man/brother has joined the fam doesn't take away anything from her. Plus it gives you guys a break from parenting 2... Blessings to you guys!
I’m only about 4 minutes in but I absolutely feel so compelled to add how important a topic I feel it is that you are sharing this isolated feelings you’ve had with pregnancy. I feel like it’s something nearly every woman goes through to some degree it’s not vastly talked about. Shawn, you put into words the many emotions we as women have during pregnancy and go through on own simply because we don’t want to further distance ourselves with those who may not understand. Also, I feel like we just deal with it and let it pass because we don’t want to add focus to another way we become different as we go through these nine months. With all three of my kids I recall feeling all of this yet never put a voice to it and I applaud you for adding light to it. This, my friends is why I love this podcast. You two are dynamic, insufferably honest and waste no words or thoughts when it comes to niche topics like this and I’m so here for it!
Andrew the sonewhat scruffy look suits you. Shawn I applaud you for keeping it real. How many you tubers go on camera natural no makeup. You so naturally beautiful!!!
As a couple who just started trying for their first baby, it’s so nice to listen to this one!! It’s very comforting to hear your guys’ experience and what you guys have learned. Thank you so much for sharing!!
Cannot wait to see little man. I am a mom of 4 boys and they are blast. One of my favorite things to see is the bond between siblings. Can't wait to see Drew and little man bond. You and Andrew are amazing parents. 🥰
I remember being in the hospital for the birth of my second child and I got very emotional when seeing my first child (3 years old at the time) immediately after the birth. He looked so much older and it was an emotional time. Prepare yourself, but totally enjoy the ride! Wishing you all the best in the birth of your second child
I just wanted to thank you guys for doing this Podcast, I am a young wife and new mom and some days are can be tough as I try to figure this whole motherhood thing out, but whenever I see a new Podcast has come out l always get excited and it lightens my day, so I just wanted to thank you guys and say God-bless you and your little family as it continues to grow💕
Thank you both for being so transparent about life, for being so open about everything. I am expecting our first child after 6 years of infertility. I enjoy following your journeys. Little man is so blessed to have you both as parents and Baby Drew as a big sister 🥰.
I’m 23 weeks pregnant with my 4th chid (a baby boy as well) and he was a complete surprise! My 3rd child is only 18 months. Shawn you couldn’t have said it anymore perfectly! I was too starting to feel like me again and then boom I was pregnant again. You’re right you don’t feel like yourself while your pregnant. You’re sharing your body your hormones are spiking. I don’t feel alone hearing you say this. Thank you so much for that!
One thing I learned when my second one came along was that it was time to get organized. I couldn't devote all my attention to the one and had to get a schedule going and stick to it. 3 years apart and it was a new game. 13 years later had 2 more and fell right back into it, but I had help. I'm amazed that all 4 are so close today.
Same girl. I have five kids and they are all back to back. The ages range from 6,5,4,2.5,6 months. Due date estimation : June 28th. Shawn you are glowing.
I could relate so much on so many levels! My boy was just over a year when I got pregnant with my daughter, & I had all the same feelings, fear, & excitement as you. The pregnancies were SO different, like night & day! It took us 10 yrs & 4 miscarriages before our son finally arrived, so his pregnancy was so emotionally stressful & worrisome. My daughter's was a breeze, except I puked everything I ate, everyday, up until the minute she was born. No morning sickness with my boy & he was huge, my daughter was tiny. Six yrs went by & we had never conceived a 3rd so we figured it just wasn't in God's plan... THEN, Surprise! Along comes another baby girl. My heart just expanded triple in size... It's amazing how that just happens, when you think you could never love as much as your first. They grab you at first sight & then you're instantly over the moon, head over heels in love with them. I admit it is hard trying to divide your time & attention equally among all 3 so no one feels left out. My middle one struggles with feeling left out no matter how much extra attention I give her. I try to explain the baby (who's 9 months old now) is just super needy, & I try to have her help me with the baby as much as possible so she feels included,needed, & helpful. I can't wait to watch the rest of your story unfold... You guys are my favorite couple/family to watch! Congrats guys! Sending love, prayers, & positivity your way!🙏❤️😊👍
Please don’t worry about how Drew will do with this new baby. Kids are so resilient & she will be fine! There will most likely be a curiosity about him at first, & she will be more accepting than you realize! With my 3rd daughter, I was alone because my (now ex) husband bailed on me, and left me to fend with two kids and a new baby. Talk about overwhelming…..but it worked out fine, thankfully. I worried so much about what I would do if the baby was crying and my 2 year old was crying, and…..and…..it was a scary time! But it all worked out, and it will for you guys too. At least you have each other! Try not to worry so much, and try to enjoy this time as much as you can; it really does go by so fast, and it all works itself out. All of you will adjust to the changes; everyone just kind of goes with the flow!! You will be fine, and so will Drew, I promise!! I can’t wait to see your adorable son!! 💙💖
Loving yourself is very important. Acceptance and appreciating yourself is important in a society where we are comparing ourselves with everyone else instead of putting our head on the Lord's chest and receiving His everything. 😁 Blessings, so appreciate your honesty pastoral sharing.
If the baby is awake when you need to put Drew to bed, put the baby in a bouncy seat and carry it into Drew’s room, do the nightly routine (I had to change the routine some and shorten it to one quick book and one song) then I just lay her down and tell her goodnight and she goes to bed! It’ll be great no matter what you end up doing. Most of the time baby is in bed while I do the nightly routine with my toddler though
Both of my sisters have recently had their first babies (both girls). It’s interesting to see all of the similarities and differences in their experiences. Also, so hard watching them struggle with things like isolation and anxiety when there’s only so much I can do to help.
I so appreciate y’all sharing your experiences as parents and going through pregnancy! As someone who is anticipating all of those things someday I really value and appreciate both of y’all’s perspectives and the way you navigate life! God bless y’all! 🙏🏼🌟💙💜
Currently 25 weeks pregnant tomorrow with our 1st, baby boy! Most all of my friends have had babies and my husband and I have been married 9 years this year. I hear ya when you mentioned of how to share baby and make room for them with the spouse being the world. Parenthood together instead of just married couple...but its going to be good but def. Sentimental to think its an end of a milestone
I’m so incredibly excited for you guys as your sweet family grows! I too had a girl first and then a boy, and it was the sweetest thing. It is a big transition going from one to two, but you guys are going to do great and your love will only grow. I know you feel like you can’t possibly love another little baby as much as you love Drew, but you will. Love isn’t finite where you run out of pieces of a pie to give to those you love, and then once another baby comes you have to cut a sliver off of everyone else’s piece so that you have enough to give the new baby. You’ll always have more pie to give out, no matter how many children you have, and that love will only multiply. Congratulations, guys! Soak it up. They grow so fast!
Oh, and let me tell you guys - please don't worry about how you will 'share' the 3 of you with the new little man....when we were about to welcome our 2nd, I had the EXACT same fear, of losing the "3 of us" and having all that one-on-one time with my 1st born. But trust me when I say, you will be AMAZED at how much all of your hearts will open up so much wider when it's now a family of 4 - the adjustment period the first few months may be tough (it was for us), BUT once you're past that little hump....oh my gosh, it is so precious seeing the interactions with this new little human with you, your partner, and your first born. To see the relationships forming and bonds strengthening, it's a truly special thing. Seeing the bond my 2 littles now have with each other, I am so grateful she was blessed in having a little sister to go through life with, it's so beautiful to see them together. ❤❤❤ Just wait and see, you'll feel truly blessed and you won't "miss" it being just the 3 of you anymore.
Your videos are so honest and fun. As a hopeful future mama going through IVF, it helps hearing about your pregnancy journeys! Already have my ticket to see you on tour in Charlotte and can’t wait! Best of luck with labor and delivery of little man and the transition to a family of 4!
You guys will figure it out once little man comes you are both awesome parents you are both lucky to work from home and you have help don’t stress the small stuff
You guys are amazing parents and will be amazing with one more added into the mix my son is turning 1 on July 28th and this past year has flew by definitely create as many memories as you can and hold on to every moment as long as you can ❤️
I love your guys' content! Sharing all the details of pregnancy can be nerve-wracking, but I'm so thankful you guys did. It has helped me so much in my TTC journey. 💜
My daughter was Drew's age when I had my son and she loved helping me feed him and get him ready for bed if you let drew help you even if it's bringing you the diapers or picking out what outfit or pjs he wears she will love being a big sister
I absolutely love your podcasts.! Me and my husband are currently 1 year in trying to conceive… love listening to you guys, gives me hope and excitement 💕💕
Congratulations on your new arrival. The Pregnancy sinus issues are real, i had it twice out of 4 pregnancies !! You two are excellent loving parents. Having two children is more difficult, but not impossible, because you are dividing your time between two kids for the first time. Everyday is a new adventure but you can do it. Your parents are a great resource ask them how they managed their time. Nap when the kids are napping. It will get you through the next year.
Love how real you both are. I am excited to see you with your son & Drew. Boys are so different & they share a special bond with their Mom. My kids are grown (1 girl, 1 boy) so I don't have fresh in my mind having my 2nd (my boy) but I don't remember it being all that hard. God gives you so much love for each of your kids & you will have an abundance! The 2nd baby is so much easier.You won't be as nervous and you won't be afraid to reach out for help & to nurses & doctors for tips or afraid you are doing it wrong. All the comments about changing a boy are spot on. Prediction for birth date to be 7/11 (my daughter's b-day)! Congratulations!!!!!
Love the show, especially the pregnancy/toddler/family content! Our oldest is just a few weeks younger than Drew and I’m due with our second at the end of this month. It’s been so fun following your family’s journey since it so closely mirrors our own!
I cannot handle this episode today. Babies are so hard and so challenging but so fulfilling and amazingly beautiful at the same time. I’m at work and already missed my 3 year old today and already heartbroken because we have been trying for another baby for over a year and it’s not working. I’m about to leave work early and go get my boy and cuddle him 😭🥰
Love all the pregnancy update videos! This is my second pregnancy, as well as my second time being pregnant at the same time as you Shawn, so it’s been fun to follow along!
Id love to hear shawn talk about if having a daughter has changed her thoughts, or made her rethink some of the things she experienced while in elite gymnastics. Things like how hard she was pushed at such a young age/how hard she pushed herself; things like competing on injuries or wounds either herself or seeing other pushed to do that as an example. Some of the methods or rules used or in place in training her, no shade to her coach. The way scoring works in gymnastics when there's so many young girls in the sport and how that can lead to perfectionism and how that can affect someone. I know she's talked about that causing an ED for her. Things like that.
I FEEL what Shawn is saying, SO much!! Pregnancy is beautiful, but also hard! I have a 2y/o son and am currently 6 1/2 weeks pregnant with our second. I’m always wondering if I will be a good enough mom and be able to shower both children with my love. Congrats on your little man🥳🥳 I’ll say July 17th!
We had 5 names we had in the hospital, after a rough delivery they were taking our son to the NICU and they asked for a name when they took him out of the room, I blurted out “JACKSON DAVID” and that’s how he got his name 😂 totally ok to not have him named until after he is born!
I am so happy for you! Can’t wait to see pictures of your little Angel! Shawn you are absolutely beautiful and a great mom and Andrew Shawn is lucky to have you! May God shower all of you with his love! You
In my experience, here is how to change a baby boy without getting peed on: Always have a wipe ready when you undo the diaper, cover with the wipe really quick and you'll never get peed on. :)
I don't know if you will read this but I have some good advice that a nurse gave me. She told me when I go home do not be holding the baby. Make sure that the baby is either sleeping or at your mother's house so that you can spend time with Drew. If you are holding your son, it could make Drew feel that the baby is a barrier. Also, I had my older daughter on the sofa to hold the baby. Make sure Drew can help with the baby in anyway possible.
I was terrified that I wouldn't have enough love to love my second daughter as much as the all consuming love I had for my first, but the second I held her I knew I did. They still are totally different. The first one wanted to bring the second one back to the hospital because she never stopped crying but they figured it out.
Thank I’m not pregnant nor will I ever be again but my daughter is so your advice has been helpful to her, and she’s having a little man also!! 😃💙 You guys are a beautiful family!
Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy! 😇🥰 I had severe pre-eklampsia with both of my girls and they were born 31w4d and 33w6d so I feel like I've missed a lot of being pregnant 😔 but atleast my girls are healthy and alive! ❤️
You two are so fun to watch! Now that we got married in august we can relate to things you talk about and the love you have for each other is so sweet(: I’m excited to see baby boy when he arrives! I think he’ll come on July 12th!
34ish weeks! I have a 2 year old also! And loved this! Loved watching you in the olympics and it’s been fun watching and following along with you on Instagram also!!!
You should name the baby boy Shawn! Especially since you named your daughter after Andrew! I think middle name Shawn would be very cute! My sister couldn’t decide on a name for her son until he was 3 weeks old!! He was name less for 3 whole weeks!! 🤣 it is a big decision!
I predict July 13th as the due date! Love you guys! You are amazing!! Your family keeps me going as a human just because everything you say is so truthful and it’s all real. Thank you for that.
Coming from a 2 time boy mom, you will almost definitely get peed on A LOT! And putting a toddler and an infant down at their respective bedtimes when your spouse is away is difficult in the beginning. But, eventually everything falls into a groove. My husband works nights, so we had to fall into the groove very quickly. It comes together if you work out a plan and stick to it. You guys will do great!
We only had one. I wish we would have had more. Pregnancy was not difficult for me although I was 35. My husband had a very hard time adjusting so I felt very alone.
There is nothing more beautiful than watching your children meet for the first time and giving them a best friend for life. ❤️ Mom of 4 here. Best moments of my life.
I remember when I transitioned from one child to two. I loved my first son so much and while I knew that I would love my second baby, I wondered if it would be different. It's amazing how much I loved both of them after I had my second son. Its like God makes our heart make room for each new child. 5 kids later, I love each of them equally and they each have their gifts that make them unique. I will say that the second child was easier because it wasn't a learning curve. My first son was 8 weeks early and spent 2 1/2 months in the hospital and was sick. I am amazed I even had another child after that experience, but God has a way of bringing you through whatever lessons we get to learn. Boys are soooo different from girls. I had 4 sons and 1 daughter and wow, is all I can say. As a grandparent I value the infancy of my grand babies so much because I learned how fast they grow up while being a parent. You all got this and my advice is to immerse yourself in each moment and know that you are not alone!
Our daughter is a couple weeks younger than drew and we just had twins six weeks ago.... you got this! It’ll be your new normal and drew will be the best big sister! 💜
We are almost 2 months into our second child and I had the same feelings Shawn is saying about not liking to share. Though you do become a family of four one thing we have noticed is that we don't always feel like a family of 4. Baby girl naps a lot so we still have some sweet family of 3 time. During pregnancy I thought It was going to be an abrupt family of 4 shift, but because of the amount of time she naps it's actually turned it a progressive change and not so sudden. I'm sure drew will do great! Our toddler is 2.5 and she always has to know where baby is. From the day we found out, our toddler knew a baby was coming and we talked about it very regularly. We made sure as soon as our baby was born the first person we called was our toddler so she could meet her sister (couldn't come to hospital because of COVID restrictions). Let Drew help when she wants to if that means grabbing a new diaper or wipes when changing or helping with play/tummy time!
I felt the same with my second. It is way more gradual than I expected. My baby is now 9 months and I still get one on one time with my toddler because she naps twice and he doesn't. Maybe once naps drop we will have to work out one on one time but for now, it's great!
Shawn I appreciate how warm and open you are about pregnancy and life. Andrew you are also so warm and open. You are such wonderful people.
I am currently 28 weeks with our first baby and she too is a 2 vessel cord like Drew was. This whole experience has been terrifying. With all the extra ultrasounds and visits to the hospital and to just finding out that we will now start stress testing baby girl twice a week, every week, starting at 32 weeks has been a lot on this mama heart. If it wasn’t for your beautiful story with Drew and my faith in God I would be living in constant fear. Don’t get me wrong fear still gets the best of me some days, but I’m just trusting God and his plan for us. You guys are awesome. Praying for you both, Drew and baby boy EAST in the days to come. Y’all got this! 💙
I'm going with July 16th. But Shawn your beautiful. I'm pregnant with my little girl and its crazy. My pregnancy with my little girl was night and day from my son. My son was easy and my girl I felt everything. Morning sickness everything. My son never had it. Craved salty and spicy and baby girl. Nothing. With baby boy filled with emotions, I cried about everything. Buy Andrew, your so supportive its beautiful.
Here is some advice that is sometimes hard to do but sooo well worth it for your relationship with child #1... Individually take some time with just Drew and have a daddy or mommy daughter date. Being intentional about her place in your lives is key. That just because little man/brother has joined the fam doesn't take away anything from her. Plus it gives you guys a break from parenting 2... Blessings to you guys!
I’m only about 4 minutes in but I absolutely feel so compelled to add how important a topic I feel it is that you are sharing this isolated feelings you’ve had with pregnancy. I feel like it’s something nearly every woman goes through to some degree it’s not vastly talked about. Shawn, you put into words the many emotions we as women have during pregnancy and go through on own simply because we don’t want to further distance ourselves with those who may not understand. Also, I feel like we just deal with it and let it pass because we don’t want to add focus to another way we become different as we go through these nine months. With all three of my kids I recall feeling all of this yet never put a voice to it and I applaud you for adding light to it. This, my friends is why I love this podcast. You two are dynamic, insufferably honest and waste no words or thoughts when it comes to niche topics like this and I’m so here for it!
Andrew the sonewhat scruffy look suits you. Shawn I applaud you for keeping it real. How many you tubers go on camera natural no makeup. You so naturally beautiful!!!
As a couple who just started trying for their first baby, it’s so nice to listen to this one!! It’s very comforting to hear your guys’ experience and what you guys have learned. Thank you so much for sharing!!
Cannot wait to see little man. I am a mom of 4 boys and they are blast. One of my favorite things to see is the bond between siblings. Can't wait to see Drew and little man bond. You and Andrew are amazing parents. 🥰
Andrew whatever a pregnancy woman says is true! Even if it's a mystery sickness. 🤣🤣🤣
Very wise!
I remember being in the hospital for the birth of my second child and I got very emotional when seeing my first child (3 years old at the time) immediately after the birth. He looked so much older and it was an emotional time. Prepare yourself, but totally enjoy the ride! Wishing you all the best in the birth of your second child
I just wanted to thank you guys for doing this Podcast, I am a young wife and new mom and some days are can be tough as I try to figure this whole motherhood thing out, but whenever I see a new Podcast has come out l always get excited and it lightens my day, so I just wanted to thank you guys and say God-bless you and your little family as it continues to grow💕
I just love your realness, openness, and honesty. Y’all are so funny and entertaining but also so relatable.
My husband and I are so excited for y’all! We have a 2 year old daughter and 5 month old son. It’s so beautiful to watch our children grow up 💙
Thank you both for being so transparent about life, for being so open about everything. I am expecting our first child after 6 years of infertility. I enjoy following your journeys. Little man is so blessed to have you both as parents and Baby Drew as a big sister 🥰.
I’m 23 weeks pregnant with my 4th chid (a baby boy as well) and he was a complete surprise! My 3rd child is only 18 months. Shawn you couldn’t have said it anymore perfectly! I was too starting to feel like me again and then boom I was pregnant again. You’re right you don’t feel like yourself while your pregnant. You’re sharing your body your hormones are spiking. I don’t feel alone hearing you say this. Thank you so much for that!
I love hearing you talk about your dad appreciating milestones :) Such a sweet memory as you celebrate his life
One thing I learned when my second one came along was that it was time to get organized. I couldn't devote all my attention to the one and had to get a schedule going and stick to it. 3 years apart and it was a new game. 13 years later had 2 more and fell right back into it, but I had help. I'm amazed that all 4 are so close today.
Same girl. I have five kids and they are all back to back. The ages range from 6,5,4,2.5,6 months. Due date estimation : June 28th. Shawn you are glowing.
I could relate so much on so many levels! My boy was just over a year when I got pregnant with my daughter, & I had all the same feelings, fear, & excitement as you. The pregnancies were SO different, like night & day! It took us 10 yrs & 4 miscarriages before our son finally arrived, so his pregnancy was so emotionally stressful & worrisome. My daughter's was a breeze, except I puked everything I ate, everyday, up until the minute she was born. No morning sickness with my boy & he was huge, my daughter was tiny. Six yrs went by & we had never conceived a 3rd so we figured it just wasn't in God's plan... THEN, Surprise! Along comes another baby girl. My heart just expanded triple in size... It's amazing how that just happens, when you think you could never love as much as your first. They grab you at first sight & then you're instantly over the moon, head over heels in love with them. I admit it is hard trying to divide your time & attention equally among all 3 so no one feels left out. My middle one struggles with feeling left out no matter how much extra attention I give her. I try to explain the baby (who's 9 months old now) is just super needy, & I try to have her help me with the baby as much as possible so she feels included,needed, & helpful. I can't wait to watch the rest of your story unfold... You guys are my favorite couple/family to watch! Congrats guys! Sending love, prayers, & positivity your way!🙏❤️😊👍
Please don’t worry about how Drew will do with this new baby. Kids are so resilient & she will be fine! There will most likely be a curiosity about him at first, & she will be more accepting than you realize! With my 3rd daughter, I was alone because my (now ex) husband bailed on me, and left me to fend with two kids and a new baby. Talk about overwhelming…..but it worked out fine, thankfully. I worried so much about what I would do if the baby was crying and my 2 year old was crying, and…..and…..it was a scary time! But it all worked out, and it will for you guys too. At least you have each other! Try not to worry so much, and try to enjoy this time as much as you can; it really does go by so fast, and it all works itself out. All of you will adjust to the changes; everyone just kind of goes with the flow!! You will be fine, and so will Drew, I promise!! I can’t wait to see your adorable son!! 💙💖
Loving yourself is very important. Acceptance and appreciating yourself is important in a society where we are comparing ourselves with everyone else instead of putting our head on the Lord's chest and receiving His everything. 😁 Blessings, so appreciate your honesty pastoral sharing.
I always appreciate your honesty. That's why I enjoy listening to your shows.🌼
I have a friend that was worried about the chaos ahead and she said you’ve got to ramp up the help and lower the expectations! I agree.
If the baby is awake when you need to put Drew to bed, put the baby in a bouncy seat and carry it into Drew’s room, do the nightly routine (I had to change the routine some and shorten it to one quick book and one song) then I just lay her down and tell her goodnight and she goes to bed! It’ll be great no matter what you end up doing. Most of the time baby is in bed while I do the nightly routine with my toddler though
Both of my sisters have recently had their first babies (both girls). It’s interesting to see all of the similarities and differences in their experiences. Also, so hard watching them struggle with things like isolation and anxiety when there’s only so much I can do to help.
One of the great things will be.....Drew will be the big sister.....as time goes on that will be very special to her. Love you guys.❤
I so appreciate y’all sharing your experiences as parents and going through pregnancy! As someone who is anticipating all of those things someday I really value and appreciate both of y’all’s perspectives and the way you navigate life! God bless y’all! 🙏🏼🌟💙💜
Currently 25 weeks pregnant tomorrow with our 1st, baby boy! Most all of my friends have had babies and my husband and I have been married 9 years this year. I hear ya when you mentioned of how to share baby and make room for them with the spouse being the world. Parenthood together instead of just married couple...but its going to be good but def. Sentimental to think its an end of a milestone
I’m so incredibly excited for you guys as your sweet family grows! I too had a girl first and then a boy, and it was the sweetest thing. It is a big transition going from one to two, but you guys are going to do great and your love will only grow. I know you feel like you can’t possibly love another little baby as much as you love Drew, but you will. Love isn’t finite where you run out of pieces of a pie to give to those you love, and then once another baby comes you have to cut a sliver off of everyone else’s piece so that you have enough to give the new baby. You’ll always have more pie to give out, no matter how many children you have, and that love will only multiply. Congratulations, guys! Soak it up. They grow so fast!
Oh, and let me tell you guys - please don't worry about how you will 'share' the 3 of you with the new little man....when we were about to welcome our 2nd, I had the EXACT same fear, of losing the "3 of us" and having all that one-on-one time with my 1st born. But trust me when I say, you will be AMAZED at how much all of your hearts will open up so much wider when it's now a family of 4 - the adjustment period the first few months may be tough (it was for us), BUT once you're past that little hump....oh my gosh, it is so precious seeing the interactions with this new little human with you, your partner, and your first born. To see the relationships forming and bonds strengthening, it's a truly special thing. Seeing the bond my 2 littles now have with each other, I am so grateful she was blessed in having a little sister to go through life with, it's so beautiful to see them together. ❤❤❤ Just wait and see, you'll feel truly blessed and you won't "miss" it being just the 3 of you anymore.
Your videos are so honest and fun. As a hopeful future mama going through IVF, it helps hearing about your pregnancy journeys! Already have my ticket to see you on tour in Charlotte and can’t wait! Best of luck with labor and delivery of little man and the transition to a family of 4!
Love always multiplies, it never divides.😊
Loveeee how you guys always keep things real and relatable. Much love and appreciation for y’all!
You guys will figure it out once little man comes you are both awesome parents you are both lucky to work from home and you have help don’t stress the small stuff
You guys are amazing parents and will be amazing with one more added into the mix my son is turning 1 on July 28th and this past year has flew by definitely create as many memories as you can and hold on to every moment as long as you can ❤️
I love your guys' content! Sharing all the details of pregnancy can be nerve-wracking, but I'm so thankful you guys did. It has helped me so much in my TTC journey. 💜
My daughter was Drew's age when I had my son and she loved helping me feed him and get him ready for bed if you let drew help you even if it's bringing you the diapers or picking out what outfit or pjs he wears she will love being a big sister
I absolutely love your podcasts.! Me and my husband are currently 1 year in trying to conceive… love listening to you guys, gives me hope and excitement 💕💕
Love watching and listening to you guys!! So happy for your family and hoping for a safe and healthy delivery of little man! ❤
Congratulations on your new arrival. The Pregnancy sinus issues are real, i had it twice out of 4 pregnancies !! You two are excellent loving parents. Having two children is more difficult, but not impossible, because you are dividing your time between two kids for the first time. Everyday is a new adventure but you can do it. Your parents are a great resource ask them how they managed their time. Nap when the kids are napping. It will get you through the next year.
Love how real you both are. I am excited to see you with your son & Drew. Boys are so different & they share a special bond with their Mom. My kids are grown (1 girl, 1 boy) so I don't have fresh in my mind having my 2nd (my boy) but I don't remember it being all that hard. God gives you so much love for each of your kids & you will have an abundance! The 2nd baby is so much easier.You won't be as nervous and you won't be afraid to reach out for help & to nurses & doctors for tips or afraid you are doing it wrong. All the comments about changing a boy are spot on. Prediction for birth date to be 7/11 (my daughter's b-day)! Congratulations!!!!!
I love you guys! It is so great to follow you and see into the little areas of your life. God bless as you begin your journey with 2 kiddos!
Can't wait for baby boy to get here and to see Drew's reaction!
Love watching you guys! Can’t wait for little man to arrive. Drew us going to be such a good big sister!
I love how open you are with your life.
Enjoy listening to you both, you are so real, down to earth and such awesome parent's
Love the show, especially the pregnancy/toddler/family content! Our oldest is just a few weeks younger than Drew and I’m due with our second at the end of this month. It’s been so fun following your family’s journey since it so closely mirrors our own!
I am glad you are taking real family time to transition your new family dynamic. Congratulations
I cannot handle this episode today. Babies are so hard and so challenging but so fulfilling and amazingly beautiful at the same time.
I’m at work and already missed my 3 year old today and already heartbroken because we have been trying for another baby for over a year and it’s not working. I’m about to leave work early and go get my boy and cuddle him 😭🥰
Drew will be great. Make her part of the process.
Love you guys and appreciate how open and honest you are!
I love watching you guys! I am due in December with my first and hearing you guys share everyone helps so much and eases my mind
Love all the pregnancy update videos! This is my second pregnancy, as well as my second time being pregnant at the same time as you Shawn, so it’s been fun to follow along!
Ahhhh I love you guys SOOOO MUCH!! Wishing you the BEST with Baby #2!! Drew is going to be an AMAZING big sis 💛🥺
Id love to hear shawn talk about if having a daughter has changed her thoughts, or made her rethink some of the things she experienced while in elite gymnastics. Things like how hard she was pushed at such a young age/how hard she pushed herself; things like competing on injuries or wounds either herself or seeing other pushed to do that as an example. Some of the methods or rules used or in place in training her, no shade to her coach. The way scoring works in gymnastics when there's so many young girls in the sport and how that can lead to perfectionism and how that can affect someone. I know she's talked about that causing an ED for her. Things like that.
I FEEL what Shawn is saying, SO much!! Pregnancy is beautiful, but also hard! I have a 2y/o son and am currently 6 1/2 weeks pregnant with our second. I’m always wondering if I will be a good enough mom and be able to shower both children with my love. Congrats on your little man🥳🥳 I’ll say July 17th!
We had 5 names we had in the hospital, after a rough delivery they were taking our son to the NICU and they asked for a name when they took him out of the room, I blurted out “JACKSON DAVID” and that’s how he got his name 😂 totally ok to not have him named until after he is born!
Excited to follow this channel. Best wishes as you wait for the birth of your sweet boy. 😊
I am so happy for you! Can’t wait to see pictures of your little Angel! Shawn you are absolutely beautiful and a great mom and Andrew Shawn is lucky to have you! May God shower all of you with his love! You
I like the name Eli Johnson East! It sounds good with Drew... cards signed Drew and Eli 😀
Love the name "Eli East"💙👶🌠~:)
@@hollyfisher8811 that's fantastic! I hope Mama and Daddy see this and agree! Wouldn't that be fun?!
I adore Robert Johnson East. Bo East rocks!
Just found the show and I'm sooo happy I did!!! You guys are great!
I love watching you guys! I’m having my 2nd girl soon, and I love hearing all things pregnancy & family!
In my experience, here is how to change a baby boy without getting peed on: Always have a wipe ready when you undo the diaper, cover with the wipe really quick and you'll never get peed on. :)
I don't know if you will read this but I have some good advice that a nurse gave me. She told me when I go home do not be holding the baby. Make sure that the baby is either sleeping or at your mother's house so that you can spend time with Drew. If you are holding your son, it could make Drew feel that the baby is a barrier. Also, I had my older daughter on the sofa to hold the baby. Make sure Drew can help with the baby in anyway possible.
Fun to watch your youtube channel, especially about the kiddos. Waiting for #2 to show his face and best wishes! You guys make a beautiful family!
Love following you and Andrew! Can’t wait to meet your new little man!!
I love these! I’m so excited for Little Man to arrive! 💙
I can’t wait for little man to get here! So excited! 💙
I was terrified that I wouldn't have enough love to love my second daughter as much as the all consuming love I had for my first, but the second I held her I knew I did. They still are totally different. The first one wanted to bring the second one back to the hospital because she never stopped crying but they figured it out.
Thank I’m not pregnant nor will I ever be again but my daughter is so your advice has been helpful to her, and she’s having a little man also!! 😃💙 You guys are a beautiful family!
You guys are truly my favorite people to watch! ♥️
Love you both!! You always keep it real!!!
Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy! 😇🥰 I had severe pre-eklampsia with both of my girls and they were born 31w4d and 33w6d so I feel like I've missed a lot of being pregnant 😔 but atleast my girls are healthy and alive! ❤️
You guys are so amazing I cannot stop watching all your videos
You two are so fun to watch! Now that we got married in august we can relate to things you talk about and the love you have for each other is so sweet(: I’m excited to see baby boy when he arrives! I think he’ll come on July 12th!
So excited for you guys! I'm due in September with baby number 2 (also a boy)! So many differences this time around!
God makes room in our hearts for our children. ❤️
34ish weeks! I have a 2 year old also! And loved this! Loved watching you in the olympics and it’s been fun watching and following along with you on Instagram also!!!
We're planning pregnancy #2. Can't wait to listen to this!
I really enjoy your channel. You are great parents. I love watching your family grow! Drew will love being a big sister. Blessings
I love your thi podcast so much! Very relatable and lots of truth! I just finished 30 Lessons on Living thanks to your recommendation!
You should name the baby boy Shawn! Especially since you named your daughter after Andrew! I think middle name Shawn would be very cute! My sister couldn’t decide on a name for her son until he was 3 weeks old!! He was name less for 3 whole weeks!! 🤣 it is a big decision!
One of my favorite episodes so far
how did i miss that they gave you your comments back?!?! hooray! ive been listening on apple, but watched the last couple!
I still like ‘Johnson East’. Call him ‘Johnny’
I predict July 13th as the due date! Love you guys! You are amazing!! Your family keeps me going as a human just because everything you say is so truthful and it’s all real. Thank you for that.
I just love you two! I love watching and listening to you. Your growing family is gorgeous!! Always listen to a pregnant woman! 🤪
Can’t wait to see Drew become a big sister! 🥰
Love watching you both!
I can’t wait to see what you name the little guy! I think he will be born on 7/13! 👶🏼
So excited for little man to get here!
Coming from a 2 time boy mom, you will almost definitely get peed on A LOT! And putting a toddler and an infant down at their respective bedtimes when your spouse is away is difficult in the beginning. But, eventually everything falls into a groove. My husband works nights, so we had to fall into the groove very quickly. It comes together if you work out a plan and stick to it. You guys will do great!
Oh my goodness I'm so excited for you all!
We only had one. I wish we would have had more. Pregnancy was not difficult for me although I was 35. My husband had a very hard time adjusting so I felt very alone.
So excited for your family!