Tess wanted to give everyone a HUGE thank you for all of the amazing comments over the past several months. She has enjoyed seeing all of the love our community has for baby Elsie, and she truly appreciates the love you have shown for her throughout this process as well. ❤
So nice of you to share more about Tess and the pregnancy. Thrilled that you are parents to sweet Elsie and happy that you have such a wonderful cousin. God bless you all.
Tess is a selfless warrior, and no one deserves her amazing gift more than you guys! Love and hugs to all of you! As for those embryos... I totally get where you are coming from, but please consider adopting a unwanted baby as an alternative. I can tell you with sincerity that you will love it as if it were your own blood, no matter it's race or ability!
Tess, what you've done for your cousin is the most generous deed a woman can do. I am so glad you got through the hemorrhage and are well. God bless you, Jessica, Brian, and little Elsie.
Yes Tess has what a gift she has given as well she won’t be able to have any more children herself and that is sad if her and her husband had wanted to..🙏🏽
Tess seems like a truly delightful person! And what a gift she gave to you. I truly admire her for carrying Elsie for you for 9 months. That is the mark of a truly special person.
My daughter was 19” long, and weighed just over 7 pounds at birth, but she quickly grew, and ended up being 6’ tall. She was not premature, either. So, weight and length at birth may not be much of a predictor of size. I am so glad everything worked out for all of you!
You are amazing Tess. There are not enough words to express how much I admire and respect your gift. As a retired maternity nurse I can picture the scene. Terrifying! I’m so glad you are doing well now.
Wasn't Elsie a lucky girl to be nurtured for 9 months in such a happy, joyful person like Tess? And then to get the two most loving parents in Jessica and Brian ... that sweet baby girl is so fortunate. So happy for all of you!
Post party hemorrhages are definitely scary. I had one after my last child. I got 2 or 3 units of blood right after birth (all they had in my blood type). 10 days later I had another massive hemorrhage. I had 2 emergency surgeries and an additional 18 units of blood and plasma Thankfully, when it happened, an ambulance and fire truck where a few blocks from our neighborhood, heading back to the station after another call. The doctors said that if they had to come from the station, they would not have gotten to me in time. I do have brain damage due to lack of oxygen from the blood loss. I am truly so grateful for the ambulance/fire crew, hospital staff, and many many blood donors. I have been able to watch my children grow up, and now have children if their own. We now have 26 grandchildren and 2 grandchildren. I’m very blessed. May your journey as parents be a happy one. I am so very grateful. .
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." This video made me cry. Tess is an amazing person! So glad this had the happiest outcome! Elsie is beautiful.🩷
Pregnancy was so easy for me. I wanted to do surrogacy and told my husband that if I could carry a baby not related to me, I would do it in a heartbeat. That had not really become a thing back then. Now, if I were not grandmother age, I would do it in a heartbeat. Bless you, Tess!!! Hugs all around and kisses to Elsie!
Me too. Pregnancy was so amazing and if I could have it my way, I would just be pregnant my entire life (without the deliveries or babies!) I felt my best , there’s something really magical about pregnancy ❤
My mom was Elsie before the cow and she was irritated when it happened and started going by her middle name. Cows are beautiful creatures though. 🐄 Edited to say I hemorrhaged right after delivering one of my babies. My first hint was a high pitched noise no one else heard in the room. And then someone noticed the impressive visible blood. It took me weeks to recover. Tess rocks😊
My daughter Karen can relate to your mom's situation and feelings. She just legally changed her name, now her middle name is her first name and Karen is her middle name. I am sure you understand why.
I can certainly see why you have such a connection with your cousin Tess! She is a delightful and joyful person with a giant heart!! Whew! Happy Thanksgiving!!
Tess, your kindness radiates from your face. The world would be a much better place if there would be more people like you. Honestly, that’s what true beauty is! So happy that Jessica and Brian found in you a match for their own loving and strong spirits - and that you’ve all been rewarded with that perfect little Elsie! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you
I didn't realize Brian was that tall. Sounds like little Miss Elsie is the PERFECT size and she is just beautiful. What a wonderful gift that Tess has given to you. A precious, selfless gift. Congratulations to all of you.
Thankful to be a blood/platelet/plasma donor for about 25 years now. I once met a woman whose husband required weekly transfusions as a cancer patient. That sealed the value for me.
Tess you area selfless person, we need more people in the world like you. Jessica and Brian are so grateful for you and your thoughtfulness. Bless you and your family, just goes to show you, there are more good people out there than we know, what a beautiful gesture and a great role model for your children they should be so proud. Love your gift to your cousins we all celebrate Elsie she is loved by all. Bless you again, Thank you for sharing.
I love the name Elise ❤ I had a sweet Aunt Elsie, when I was young we often spent Thanksgiving at her house, along with a lot of other relatives. The name Elsie makes me think of good memories!
Tess, as a woman who unsuccessfully struggled with fertility her whole life, what an amazing and beautiful gift you gave to the Krocks! May God richly bless you. 🙏
What a blessing to be loved by Tess. This kind of selflessness is incredibly rare. Thank you Krocks for sharing your amazing journey(s) with us. I am so happy for you both. ❤️
Tess.. you're amazing to do this... The best gift ever.. Elsie is a strong name..my grandma's name was Elsie.. I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers..
I am very thankful that Tess came through her ordeal. My sister had the same thing happen in 1969 with my older nephew. How many units of blood did Tess need? My sister was given 8 units. My parents and aunt and uncle donated blood at that time. It was a very scary time and I was only 14. My sister had 2 more kids afterward. My younger nephew is just 17 months younger than his brother. So happy everything worked for you!
Am so glad Tess is well. It had been a worry of mine when you said Tess had an emergency after Elsie's birth. You are a treasure Tess and I had been very concerned when I heard that your emergency was serious. Happy healing Tess 😊
Brian is looking handsome and proud. His smile is beaming with pride. Jessica is a beauty and her hair is so pretty. Love the cute curls❤. Such an adorable family. Absolutely adorable. ❤❤❤😊
Tess is so wonderful for doing this for you. The love you share will show forever. Little Elsie is so lucky to have the three of you. I am so happy for you.
Tess that is a beautiful thing you did for them. May God Bless you for it. You're a wonderful person. May Elsie be the same, all of you are nice and kind people. It is such a gift, life is, you know not even the angel have had it. Peace to all. May your Holidays be supper special and joyful. Peace!
What an amazing gift Tess has given, to carry your child so that you can have a family! SUCH a selfless thing to do! So glad she survived the hemorrhage - how scary that must have been! It all makes a beautiful story of sacrifice and selflessness and joy. You guys should really consider writing a book! Elsie is such a pretty name. My grandmother had 2 bent pinkies, and my dad had 1. None of my 3 kids inherited it.
❤❤❤ My grandmother’s name was Elsie (Mabel) too. 🥰 Sending love and hugs from the UK to you Jess and Brian, Tess and her family and, of course the adorable squish that is Elsie Clara. 💖 xxx
This is so heart warming and Tess is the most amazing person in all ways. Tess, your smile lights up the room/camera. I love the connection between Jessica and Tess. Can't wait to see more of Elsie Clara as she grows. Brian, you are a joy.
Thank you for hsring your story with all of us. It is beautiful, and inspiring, especially after all you have been through, to have this happiest of endings. You were truly blessed with many miracles along the way. I don't discount any of the hardships, and heartaches you had to endured along the way, but what a beautiful rainbow you received after the storms you have weathered. There is no doubt in my mind the you will find the perfect surrogate to help bring your other babies to life. Tess is an ABSOLUTE angel for all that she has done, but you can see that is in here DNA, and I am sure that Elsie benefitted from all of the positive energy, and love she carries within her, and shared with her. I have cried many tears with you guys as you faced the challenges with Jess's diagnosis, treatments, and despair you went through, but today the tears are of pure joy and happiness. Wishing you all many many blessings. You all have so much to be thankful for. Happiest of Thanksgiving wishes from your Canadian neighbour.
So wonderful to get to know Tess and the gift of life she gave your baby. What a special cousin she is to have done this for you. What a blessing. Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels home with your new bundle of joy.😊
Because my maternal grandfather had 6 toes (yes, six - making shoe fitting a nightmare!), the first thing my parents wanted to check was how many toes and the funny thing is on the footprints I only had 4 because my pinky was on top of the next one. LOL
I met a guy with six toes! Very odd looking! But seems to be a common genetic trait… Also a kid in school had webbed feet like a duck. We came in all varieties!
Tess wanted to give everyone a HUGE thank you for all of the amazing comments over the past several months. She has enjoyed seeing all of the love our community has for baby Elsie, and she truly appreciates the love you have shown for her throughout this process as well. ❤
Sending Love to your beautiful family! Happy Thanksgiving!❤❤❤
So nice of you to share more about Tess and the pregnancy. Thrilled that you are parents to sweet Elsie and happy that you have such a wonderful cousin. God bless you all.
Great video! So nice to see so much happiness… Tess is hilarious!
Tess is a selfless warrior, and no one deserves her amazing gift more than you guys! Love and hugs to all of you! As for those embryos... I totally get where you are coming from, but please consider adopting a unwanted baby as an alternative. I can tell you with sincerity that you will love it as if it were your own blood, no matter it's race or ability!
Tess’s smile lights up the world❤😊
Tess, what you've done for your cousin is the most generous deed a woman can do. I am so glad you got through the hemorrhage and are well. God bless you, Jessica, Brian, and little Elsie.
Yes Tess has what a gift she has given as well she won’t be able to have any more children herself and that is sad if her and her husband had wanted to..🙏🏽
Tess is an angel! One in a million person. Elsie is perfect!
Tess seems like a truly delightful person! And what a gift she gave to you. I truly admire her for carrying Elsie for you for 9 months. That is the mark of a truly special person.
What a completely beautiful person Tess is. She also made me roar with laughter when she said, "we could bend her pinky..." 😂
Tess, what you did for Jessica and Brian, is such a beautiful thing!!! God bless you all!!!
Wonderful to see Tess looking healthy. I know the whole situation was very scary. She’s definitely an angel! ❤
What a beautiful baby!!! And such a beautiful story. Tess is amazing. I will donate blood in honor of Tess and Jessica.
Tess is truly an angel in human form.
My daughter was 19” long, and weighed just over 7 pounds at birth, but she quickly grew, and ended up being 6’ tall. She was not premature, either. So, weight and length at birth may not be much of a predictor of size. I am so glad everything worked out for all of you!
Tess is an ANGEL.🤍
God bless you, Tess, you have a beautiful, beautiful loving heart!
Presently, my daughter is a surrogate for her sister-in-law and just entered 2nd trimester. My daughter is a twin and she is carrying twins❤️
Wow!!!!!
Tess seems to have such a lovely, positive personality. So grateful to you for helping this wonderful family and that you are okay! ❤
You are amazing Tess. There are not enough words to express how much I admire and respect your gift. As a retired maternity nurse I can picture the scene. Terrifying! I’m so glad you are doing well now.
Wasn't Elsie a lucky girl to be nurtured for 9 months in such a happy, joyful person like Tess? And then to get the two most loving parents in Jessica and Brian ... that sweet baby girl is so fortunate. So happy for all of you!
I love the name....my mother's name is Elsie and her mother's name was Clara...Blessing to all of you
Wow
Baby Elsie Clara is a huge hello from your mom and grandmother.
Post party hemorrhages are definitely scary. I had one after my last child. I got 2 or 3 units of blood right after birth (all they had in my blood type). 10 days later I had another massive hemorrhage. I had 2 emergency surgeries and an additional 18 units of blood and plasma
Thankfully, when it happened, an ambulance and fire truck where a few blocks from our neighborhood, heading back to the station after another call. The doctors said that if they had to come from the station, they would not have gotten to me in time.
I do have brain damage due to lack of oxygen from the blood loss.
I am truly so grateful for the ambulance/fire crew, hospital staff, and many many blood donors. I have been able to watch my children grow up, and now have children if their own. We now have 26 grandchildren and 2 grandchildren.
I’m very blessed.
May your journey as parents be a happy one.
I am so very grateful. .
Tess..what sweet selfless incredible gift you have given to your cousin & her husband. ❤️😊
Shout out to beautiful Tess! Tess you are SO special! Thanks for doing this for Jess and Brian!!!!! ❤❤❤
Tess, you are a sweetheart. I also think it’s cool that you’ll get to see Elsie grow up.
You all have so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving!! 🦃🍁🤗❤️🙏👍
We should not forget Tess' husband-------
He, also, deserves many kudos!!!
A wonderful fam-------baby Elsie is a blessing to all
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." This video made me cry. Tess is an amazing person! So glad this had the happiest outcome! Elsie is beautiful.🩷
Poor Tess. Post partum bleeding is so serious. So thankful, Tess is okay!
Pregnancy was so easy for me. I wanted to do surrogacy and told my husband that if I could carry a baby not related to me, I would do it in a heartbeat. That had not really become a thing back then. Now, if I were not grandmother age, I would do it in a heartbeat. Bless you, Tess!!! Hugs all around and kisses to Elsie!
Me too. Pregnancy was so amazing and if I could have it my way, I would just be pregnant my entire life (without the deliveries or babies!) I felt my best , there’s something really magical about pregnancy ❤
I'm glad you are doing well, Tess. I just put a unit of blood into circulation this morning.
It’s so great to see Tess looking so well. What a great family!!!!
My mom was Elsie before the cow and she was irritated when it happened and started going by her middle name. Cows are beautiful creatures though. 🐄
Edited to say I hemorrhaged right after delivering one of my babies. My first hint was a high pitched noise no one else heard in the room. And then someone noticed the impressive visible blood. It took me weeks to recover. Tess rocks😊
My daughter Karen can relate to your mom's situation and feelings. She just legally changed her name, now her middle name is her first name and Karen is her middle name. I am sure you understand why.
😊my mom was also named Elsie and she was also irritated about the Elsie the Cow ads. My name is Karen so now I am enduring the “Karen” jokes! 😕
I can certainly see why you have such a connection with your cousin Tess! She is a delightful and joyful person with a giant heart!! Whew! Happy Thanksgiving!!
The world needs more people like your sweet cousin Tess! So happy for our Krocks to have little Elsie to love!
Tess, your kindness radiates from your face. The world would be a much better place if there would be more people like you. Honestly, that’s what true beauty is! So happy that Jessica and Brian found in you a match for their own loving and strong spirits - and that you’ve all been rewarded with that perfect little Elsie! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you
I didn't realize Brian was that tall. Sounds like little Miss Elsie is the PERFECT size and she is just beautiful. What a wonderful gift that Tess has given to you. A precious, selfless gift. Congratulations to all of you.
Yep, 6'6". 😆Thank you very much! Elsie is awesome! And we couldn't have asked a better person to carry her for us. Tess is simply an amazing human. 😁
What an incredible reason to celebrate Thanksgiving! Happy Thanksgiving, Y’all ♥️🙏
TESS, you are one AMAZING 🤩 Lady ❤
Tess is the 💣! So thankful everyone is doing well. Loving the beautiful smiles all around!
Tess is so glad....and she has ALL the reasons to be very glad and very proud.
Thankful to be a blood/platelet/plasma donor for about 25 years now. I once met a woman whose husband required weekly transfusions as a cancer patient. That sealed the value for me.
Tess you area selfless person, we need more people in the world like you. Jessica and Brian are so grateful for you and your thoughtfulness. Bless you and your family, just goes to show you, there are more good people out there than we know, what a beautiful gesture and a great role model for your children they should be so proud. Love your gift to your cousins we all celebrate Elsie she is loved by all. Bless you again, Thank you for sharing.
I love the name Elise ❤ I had a sweet Aunt Elsie, when I was young we often spent Thanksgiving at her house, along with a lot of other relatives. The name Elsie makes me think of good memories!
Tess, as a woman who unsuccessfully struggled with fertility her whole life, what an amazing and beautiful gift you gave to the Krocks! May God richly bless you. 🙏
What a blessing to be loved by Tess. This kind of selflessness is incredibly rare. Thank you Krocks for sharing your amazing journey(s) with us. I am so happy for you both. ❤️
Tess.. you're amazing to do this...
The best gift ever..
Elsie is a strong name..my grandma's name was Elsie..
I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers..
How long can your embryos remain frozen! Jess is such an angel who has a special place in heaven! From the Heart ♥ Vicki in Virginia
My grandmother's name was Augusta Elsie. Congrats on your Elsie! ❤
Wow
Thank God Tess is ok. What a wonderful outcome. Elsie is a doll. Congratulations to all!
What a beautiful gift you’ve given them, Tess. You’re amazing. ❤
Wonderful! My mom’s name was Elsie. She’s a beautiful baby and a wonderful combination of the two of you.
I am very thankful that Tess came through her ordeal. My sister had the same thing happen in 1969 with my older nephew. How many units of blood did Tess need? My sister was given 8 units. My parents and aunt and uncle donated blood at that time. It was a very scary time and I was only 14. My sister had 2 more kids afterward. My younger nephew is just 17 months younger than his brother. So happy everything worked for you!
Tess you are a miracle. Your gift of life to Elsie is truly a blessing. This has been the most selfless act of love imaginable. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Am so glad Tess is well. It had been a worry of mine when you said Tess had an emergency after Elsie's birth. You are a treasure Tess and I had been very concerned when I heard that your emergency was serious. Happy healing Tess 😊
Tess is even a more beautiful person than I imagined. What a bright, happy person who’s smile is contagious! You are amazing!❤
You are an amazing person, Tess!! Truly an inspiration! 💞🙏🎈🎉
Great to see you all together and looking bright and healthy .Happy Turkey Day to all of you ❤❤
Tess, what a wonderful thing you did! Jessica and Brian, you are amazing! ❤
Tess is an amazing woman. So happy for you all! ❤😊
Tess is an incredibly special angel. So thrilled for all of you! You are a beautiful family...❤
This makes my heart happy, such an amazing gift to give!! ❤ congratulations!!! 🎉🎉
It's so nice to see how far you've all come.
Tess...hun.....You've done went and made the Krocks life! What a beauty she is, and YES, she is her daddy's twin! Thank You SOOOOO MUCH TESS....❤❤❤❤
Your bond is strong and from watching Tess, she loves you so much. A wonderful gift she gave.
Brian is looking handsome and proud. His smile is beaming with pride. Jessica is a beauty and her hair is so pretty. Love the cute curls❤. Such an adorable family. Absolutely adorable. ❤❤❤😊
Elsie is over the moon beautiful. That is a beautiful baby!!
Hello lovely people....God bless you all! Happy Thanksgiving....lots to be grateful for.💜💜
Tess is so wonderful for doing this for you. The love you share will show forever. Little Elsie is so lucky to have the three of you. I am so happy for you.
Elsie is lucky that her second Mommy is such a wonderful person like Tess🥰😍
Tess, you’re an incredible woman. You have shared the most wonderful thing in the world with your cousin. God bless you.
Congratulations to you all. Elsie is absolutely perfect. What an adorable baby, she looks like both of you. Hope the trip home was safe. Take care
You all are lovely people. Grateful kind and sensible. It’s a pleasure hearing your story. Blessings to all of you!
Love~It…Tess knew her mission going into this and her heart was set on giving you guys the most precious gift of all🙌
My grandma was named Elsie too!! Glad to hear everything went relatively well. Yes looking forward to another Krocks and Tess vlog!!❤
Tess that is a beautiful thing you did for them. May God Bless you for it. You're a wonderful person. May Elsie be the same, all of you are nice and kind people. It is such a gift, life is, you know not even the angel have had it. Peace to all. May your Holidays be supper special and joyful. Peace!
Tess, you are so unselfish, thanks very much for making Jessica and Brian complete. Wishing you the best of health too. 😘😘😘😘😘😘😍😍😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
What an amazing gift Tess has given, to carry your child so that you can have a family! SUCH a selfless thing to do! So glad she survived the hemorrhage - how scary that must have been! It all makes a beautiful story of sacrifice and selflessness and joy. You guys should really consider writing a book!
Elsie is such a pretty name.
My grandmother had 2 bent pinkies, and my dad had 1. None of my 3 kids inherited it.
Elsie is the cutest name. My daughter, Elsie, is 23. I worried about the cow connection but it hasn't been a problem. God keep you all.
Elsie is a beautiful baby. ❤ 👶 Congratulations Krocks!
Wonderful! Tess is lovely. Good job everyone.
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My grandmother’s name was Elsie (Mabel) too. 🥰
Sending love and hugs from the UK to you Jess and Brian, Tess and her family and, of course the adorable squish that is Elsie Clara. 💖 xxx
Wow guys you are all amazing. So good to see Tess well on the road to recovery.
This is so heart warming and Tess is the most amazing person in all ways. Tess, your smile lights up the room/camera. I love the connection between Jessica and Tess. Can't wait to see more of Elsie Clara as she grows. Brian, you are a joy.
Bless you Tess, your husband & daughter for giving the most loving & precious gift of life to Jessica & Dave 💗🤗
Tess you are beautiful inside and out. What a blessing you are to them.
TESS you're amazing! Sending you a big hug❤
Tess what an awesome gift . Such a giving heart .
I think Elsie is a super cool name, and I’m just so happy for you guys! Tess, what an amazing gift. ❤️
Never thought of the cow the name is soo old fashioned luv it !
Yes Tess is truly an Angel on Earth
Tess, you are an amazing woman! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ you changed lives! Amazing 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Beautiful.
All of it.
All of you.
What a mighty God we serve!
So thrilled to hear your respect for the lives of your embryo babies. 🩷💙
So happy for all of you! Tess is a special person! Enjoy your beautiful baby girl!
Tess is such a lovely person. ❤
So glad Tess is well. All the best to you all.
Happy Happy Thanksgiving Have A Great Day With Family and Friends 🙏🕊️🌹🌻🌼☕❤️💜
As the mom of two preemies (and two miscarriages), I get not having your body cooperate so hard. Much love to both you and Tess.
Thank you for hsring your story with all of us. It is beautiful, and inspiring, especially after all you have been through, to have this happiest of endings. You were truly blessed with many miracles along the way. I don't discount any of the hardships, and heartaches you had to endured along the way, but what a beautiful rainbow you received after the storms you have weathered. There is no doubt in my mind the you will find the perfect surrogate to help bring your other babies to life. Tess is an ABSOLUTE angel for all that she has done, but you can see that is in here DNA, and I am sure that Elsie benefitted from all of the positive energy, and love she carries within her, and shared with her. I have cried many tears with you guys as you faced the challenges with Jess's diagnosis, treatments, and despair you went through, but today the tears are of pure joy and happiness. Wishing you all many many blessings. You all have so much to be thankful for. Happiest of Thanksgiving wishes from your Canadian neighbour.
What an amazing gift your cousin has given you. And I know you guys are going to be amazing parents because you’ve wanted this baby.❤ 22:48
So wonderful to get to know Tess and the gift of life she gave your baby. What a special cousin she is to have done this for you. What a blessing. Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels home with your new bundle of joy.😊
Because my maternal grandfather had 6 toes (yes, six - making shoe fitting a nightmare!), the first thing my parents wanted to check was how many toes and the funny thing is on the footprints I only had 4 because my pinky was on top of the next one. LOL
I met a guy with six toes! Very odd looking! But seems to be a common genetic trait… Also a kid in school had webbed feet like a duck. We came in all varieties!
Thank you for posting this update, happy Thanksgiving to all!
Thanks for the update. ❤😊
Elsie is the sweetest, like all three of you.
Wow, what a team to give life to this baby! Thank Jesus! ❤