Waiting for Labour, Nesting, Ready to be Parents | Our Fertility Journey Episode 16

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @Taylor_R
    @Taylor_R  2 года назад +1718

    Here is how I spent the last days leading up to labour.
    I’ll see you very soon with our birth Vlog (it’ll be the next video)! Thank you for taking the time to watch this video and being with me during my journey to motherhood ❤️

    • @AHall-hj4hs
      @AHall-hj4hs 2 года назад +5

      So very excited for you and Tom ❤️

    • @barfreile2158
      @barfreile2158 2 года назад +4

      I am so so so happy for all of you❤️ I wish the three of you and Rosie all the happiness in the world❤️

    • @pydepyper
      @pydepyper 2 года назад +4

      Motherhood has been a huge blessing and struggle for me. I know you are probably exhausted and full of love so we are grateful you were able to put up a video for us! 🥰

    • @disguisedpink
      @disguisedpink 2 года назад +3

      the taytalk return made me smile so much! congratulations and thank youuu so much for the informative and real vlogs

    • @serinekawakami
      @serinekawakami 2 года назад +4

      Can’t wait for the next video 😍

  • @larav6082
    @larav6082 2 года назад +1728

    hi taylor! i’ve been a silent viewer of yours since your japan days. i got busy with college and had to take a break from your videos for a few years. since i have more free time now, i’m catching up with the videos i’ve missed and i’m enjoying it so far, you’re one of the only content creators whose content i never get tired of. it’s surreal to think that you have a baby now 😆 it’s crazy to me that rosie’s not the only baby anymore 🥺 this was a lovely vlog and i’m excited to see this brand new chapter of your life with your now even bigger family!! congratulations, i have no doubt that you and elbow-san are gonna be wonderful parents 🤍

    • @Aishas201
      @Aishas201 2 года назад +39

      I also did the same for years I have been on and off RUclips because of classes and omg how the years have gone!!! Tay tay is now a mommy 😳🥺🥺🥺 wishing you much love and luck for the future and mommyhood 🥰

    • @larav6082
      @larav6082 2 года назад +10

      @@Aishas201 always worth coming back to 🥰 i hope life's been treating you well!!

    • @noeliagutierrez4223
      @noeliagutierrez4223 2 года назад +4

      I used to watch the Japan vlogs because I was interested in life in Japan, but I had to come back when I found out about the pregnancy. So nice that she ended with a tay-talk 🥺

    • @QueenJaneway
      @QueenJaneway 2 года назад +1

      i don't understand the "silent viewer" thing, "i've followed you for years but never commentet..." so?

    • @ros.an.
      @ros.an. 2 года назад +13

      @@QueenJaneway its just emphasising the fact that they dont tend to comment but really wanted to now, going out of their way to do smth they dont usually do bc they'd love for taylor to know how meaningful she is to them

  • @koda7214
    @koda7214 2 года назад +285

    Tom saying, without hesitation, that he’s ready to be a dad got me crying. I haven’t cried this whole time, and that’s what finally got me.

    • @XSemperIdem5
      @XSemperIdem5 2 года назад +9

      I started crying at that part too. It sounds like this is truly such a dream of his.

    • @juliaajuless
      @juliaajuless 2 года назад +7

      me too!!! when he said he’s been imagining it and listed all that he’s imagined, right down to the meals! I was like 🥺 so sweet

    • @Ryoko1810
      @Ryoko1810 2 года назад +4

      @@XSemperIdem5 you also have to consider that asian parents in general put a lot of pressure on their sons and daughters abt marriage and parenthood! He's a few years older than Taylor and I bet his parents wanted to become Grandparents loooong time ago ^^"

    • @sailork8848
      @sailork8848 2 года назад +6

      @@Ryoko1810 Tom has nieces and nephews, so his parents are already grandparents. It sounds more like his dream.

  • @moody_bunny
    @moody_bunny 2 года назад +202

    My personal experience:
    My first IVF transfer was a chemical and I lost my second transfer at 6 weeks. My doctor said something that has stuck with me and turned out to be very true, for me. “The body remembers.”
    3 months after my loss, I was able to get pregnant naturally. It’s like something finally clicked and my body understood what it needed to do.
    I was able to get pregnant very quickly, naturally, after the birth of my son.
    Our bodies are amazing and wonderful.
    Congratulations to both you and Tom. Enjoy those wonderful new baby snuggles.

    • @SK-ut6tw
      @SK-ut6tw 2 года назад +6

      I have 4 children and my body never knew how to go into labor... Guess it doesn't.

    • @aiya359
      @aiya359 2 года назад +13

      „The body remembers“ is the best way to describe this! And I feel it’s so true, too. For me, it took almost three years with our first, but for our second we started trying and I got pregnant right away. It’s amazing how our bodies work sometimes…

    • @moody_bunny
      @moody_bunny 2 года назад +6

      @@SK-ut6tw I was referring to pregnancy.

    • @SK-ut6tw
      @SK-ut6tw 2 года назад

      @@moody_bunny so? Still same thing lol. Body doesn't always remember or even do what it's supposed to. I had zero issues getting pregnant but when it came to the birth... My body just held on.

    • @moody_bunny
      @moody_bunny 2 года назад +27

      @@SK-ut6tw you seem as though you are looking to debate or perhaps you do not see how aggressive you are coming across. Regardless, this is where I bow out. It is unfortunate you took such issue with an innocent comment not even directed at you.
      It truly is a shame we cannot all get the pregnancies and deliveries we desire. But life is not always fair or kind.

  • @Reflectionofmedusa
    @Reflectionofmedusa 2 года назад +46

    Can i just say that i absolutely love how secure and comfortable you are in your marriage with Tom. Seeing the way you're so sure he's going to be a great father and the sacrifices he's already made just warms my heart. You deserve nothing less and i know you'll both be great parents🥺💛

  • @mycp6615
    @mycp6615 2 года назад +395

    i swear it was just yesterday when tom was singing congratulations your ovulation to u and now omg congrats on your baby i'm so happy for you guys

    • @Taylor_R
      @Taylor_R  2 года назад +54

      I know! 🥺 it’s so surreal to look back on those times now

    • @sukai121
      @sukai121 2 года назад +1

      I know right!!

  • @alittlebloom
    @alittlebloom 2 года назад +178

    When she said her baby is “going to be loved by so many aunts and uncles around the world” 🥺
    I’m an aunt 🥺🥺

  • @willtravelforsushi1816
    @willtravelforsushi1816 2 года назад +383

    Tom talking about the daily routine and future with the baby had me tearing up. You guys are great parents already. Congratulations again!

    • @jjtheb
      @jjtheb 2 года назад +3

      Me too hehe … he’s such an amazing hubby and dad!

  • @peachysnapple
    @peachysnapple 2 года назад +168

    I just had a miscarriage two weeks ago and have been sobbing throughout your videos. I am so sad for myself but so very happy for you. You deserve this so much. I hope one day I can have a similar experience

    • @IIAlexII101
      @IIAlexII101 2 года назад +10

      I wish you all the best! 💖

    • @SherryCapricorn
      @SherryCapricorn 2 года назад +16

      Virtually holding your hand and giving you a tight hug... I hope that the right moment for you to be a mom will come quickly and in the meantime please please take care of yourself. Sending you prayers🙏

    • @crystalkring
      @crystalkring 2 года назад +7

      Sending you love and prayers. You’ll have your baby one day ✨ I had a miscarriage on June 2018 got pregnant Sept 2018 and now I have a 2 year old cheeky toddler with her baby brother coming in few months. Take Care and have faith 🤍

    • @pamelaawyong
      @pamelaawyong 2 года назад +2

      Hugs to you Peach💕💕💕

    • @yellowbird500
      @yellowbird500 2 года назад +6

      Miscrriages are more common than we realize. I discovered this when I had one and many friends and relatives reached out to me with their stories. It’s been almost 30 years since and now I look at the beautiful son I had two years later and think to myself, “Had I not miscarried, he would not be in my life today.” He is my sunshine. Mourn your loss. But do not let it consume you. Sunny days are ahead.

  • @nicolatoomey4882
    @nicolatoomey4882 2 года назад +175

    I love the conversation between you in the car. Tom sounds like he is going to be such an amazing dad! What a great guy!

  • @onecuriousowl
    @onecuriousowl 2 года назад +84

    HOW can I be so invested in someone I’ve never met. I’m so happy for you and Tom! Look how far we’ve come from Elbow-san!

  • @mallie123
    @mallie123 2 года назад +201

    I remember watching your anime and Japanese videos in like 2015 when I was 13 & I can’t believe how far you’ve come!! Your such an inspiration for my life from wanting to move to Japan (moving in August) to loving anime & wanting to start a RUclips channel. I could always go onto your platform and laugh at the goofy & funny content you would make and loved it so much. I can’t wait for this new Taylor to take over the family channel platform❤️❤️Thank u for everything even though we don’t know each other!!

  • @leleprtk
    @leleprtk 2 года назад +376

    “When the baby comes out, the whole baby house comes out with it.” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
    So happy for you guys!!! He is THEE cutest newborn I have ever seen, no joke!!! 💗💗💗

    • @jadekuha8120
      @jadekuha8120 2 года назад +2

      From my experience (twice) I can say that YEP, that is how I would describe it too. 😄 Adult diapers or just biiiiggest pads ever are suuuuper comfy after delivering.

  • @meganvanmilo
    @meganvanmilo 2 года назад +117

    In the Netherlands, we have a much shorter & less "intense" version of a puiyuet (a "kraamverzorgende") which is actually usually at least partially covered by health insurance (which everyone is legally required to have here)! This maternity nurse teaches a new mom about breastfeeding, changing diapers etc for around 50 hours in total and even helps out with washing baby clothes and the new mom's recovery. It's super interesting to learn what goes on in other countries!!

    • @BaBiChan990
      @BaBiChan990 2 года назад +12

      Usually the grandmas share this job in my country. Even if they have a daughter or a daughter in law giving birth abroad they even travel to do it. They take care of the new mommy's nutrition, teach her breastfeeding and how to take care of the baby. It's great how moms pass the knowledge across generations.

    • @sleepingdreams5844
      @sleepingdreams5844 2 года назад +7

      Interesting. Where I'm from you're on your own as soon as you've delivered the baby and left the hospital, so the new mom and dad have to learn everything from scratch.

    • @starhill6792
      @starhill6792 2 года назад +2

      @@sleepingdreams5844 same here.. I’m in the US & there isn’t really any support systems for people having children. Labor costs in hospitals are around $35k without insurance (for a non-complicated labor) & there isn’t much maternity leave & almost no paternity leave. A lot of my friends are having/have had kids and going through all that right now.

    • @maple_vanilla
      @maple_vanilla 2 года назад

      @@starhill6792 thats why if I have a kid here I want a home birth 😐 the us is trash. Why the fuck isn't biden doing anything about it

  • @mallie123
    @mallie123 2 года назад +230

    CONGRATULATIONS ON BEING A NEW MOM YOULL DO AMAZING!!! THE DAYS ARE LONG BUT THE YEARS ARE SHORT LUV U ❤️❤️

  • @joycole5001
    @joycole5001 2 года назад +1

    Ive watched her for so many years now im so happy for her

  • @itsjustmyopinionbut1671
    @itsjustmyopinionbut1671 2 года назад +285

    The ✨moment✨ we’ve all been waiting for!!
    Congrats guys, he’s gorgeous!!! ♥️♥️♥️

  • @youli5066
    @youli5066 2 года назад +58

    Yes, please show your experience with the confinement nurse this is the first time i heard of this and it sounds so interesting and different from pp in Europe! Also: Congrats on the baby!

  • @kirkris7563
    @kirkris7563 2 года назад +83

    Can’t wait for these to catch UPPPP!!! I can’t believe you’re even editing as a new mom on maternity !!!! Your work ethic is amazing ! I love that you love making videos for us and yourself xxx

  • @yamilethortiz1534
    @yamilethortiz1534 2 года назад +75

    In Mexico we have something similar to the Chinese confinement, it’s called “cuarentena” very strict as well as the Chinese one! Awesome how cultures have such similarity and know the importance of mother care after postpartum

    • @dashwood09
      @dashwood09 2 года назад +4

      Yes! it's so interesting how they have something alike. I remember hearing my grandma and aunts talking about it and all the special food and care they got. Mucho caldo de pollo 😂

    • @takeoverthemoonV
      @takeoverthemoonV 2 года назад +5

      And the no bare feet 😂 that it applies to everyone, our moms always get mad if we are descalzos (bare feet) they say we would be sick frequently cause of that

    • @knottyseedling
      @knottyseedling 2 года назад +5

      And the US is just like, "fuck moms, get back to work"

  • @jadekuha8120
    @jadekuha8120 2 года назад +9

    Nurse at home for months sounds just luxurious. Such a good system. Me and my husband had our babies during covid and we live far away from our families so we have been this whole couple of years alone, just the two of us and our kids. It's been hard and I don't wish this kind of situation to any new parents. But anyway, we survived everything, together.
    I hope everything good and relaxing times to your whole family, your baby boy is so cute! ♥️

    • @pursuitofmomming
      @pursuitofmomming 2 года назад +1

      This country is awful with maternal care. We don’t even get nurse visits here in the States. I was in the same boat as you. My baby was born a few days after the world shut down. I was low key jealous of friends who were isolating with family when we had no help with our newborn and toddler. At least it was my second so everything wasn’t new but that also meant I had 2 kids to care for alone. And my husband had a job that required him to be in the office during COVID. Anyway all that to say you’re not alone ❤️

  • @NahiraAi
    @NahiraAi 2 года назад +1

    i cant believe you have grown so much that you're now a mother, i still remember your days in japan 😭

  • @paulagrandas.9953
    @paulagrandas.9953 2 года назад +42

    when you said "this is the last time you'll see me pregnant" I got so emotional. How? How time flies that fast? How we've already watched 16 episodes? ... and now he is here omg. So happy for you Tay & Tom!! (I bet baby boy's name will start with an T or an R)

  • @missknisely
    @missknisely 2 года назад +9

    SO happy to see a health focused outlook on post-delivery bodies. Heal well! Mind and body.

  • @Racheliw94
    @Racheliw94 2 года назад +7

    When you said he's going to be loved by so many aunts and uncles all over the world, it warmed my heart. I've been watching your channel since you had around 100k subscribers and it's just amazing to see your life and how far you've come. Excited to continue to follow your journey for as long as you'll share it with us.

  • @iamcaz
    @iamcaz 2 года назад +2

    Tom's prep is honestly the sweetest thing. I dunno why it always makes my heart warm when I hear the father being so excited and prepared. The cutest family!!

  • @m.offord4836
    @m.offord4836 2 года назад +4

    Omg the bit where you were asking Tom about how he feels about delivery and being a father made me cry 😭
    He loves you and the baby so much it’s so beautiful. I wish you guys a long and happy life together ❤️

  • @denissita_cubanita
    @denissita_cubanita 2 года назад +1

    I had finally had my baby one month ago after 11 years of infertility and on our second IVF try. I understand how excited you must be and let me tell you...there will be a few seconds at the time the baby is born where you will not believe that little person is yours. Oh my! ..and then you realize you made it and that little person entirely depends on you and it is when you realize how.mich you actually love them. It is incredible! The best feeling ever! I hope you had a wonderful delivery and Congratulations!

  • @Kuralai95
    @Kuralai95 2 года назад +4

    Last week I got randomly recommended one of your old videos “I have a boyfriend”. I watched the whole thing and got so nostalgic. I miss those old Japanese vlogs but it’s so heartwarming seeing how much you’ve grown yet stayed the same old Taylor, true to yourself. You are so inspiring :’)

  • @ICW1447
    @ICW1447 2 года назад +1

    I am incredibly touched & honored to be called an auntie. Can't even describe on how sweet it is, Taylor. I love you. God bless your family

  • @izzyb82
    @izzyb82 2 года назад +18

    When Tom plonked down the suitcase and stated, “Hospital Bag…today” 🤣. Both of you were nesting! Too cute!

  • @canna8676
    @canna8676 2 года назад +1

    Tom talking about the delivery and life with a baby is so sweet! so happy for the both of you

  • @ruby-rosew4787
    @ruby-rosew4787 2 года назад +52

    I’m so excited to watch this video. It gives me hope for my future fertility journey. Right now I’m going through the stages of fertility testing due to abnormal periods my whole life. Whilst children are still a few years away I worry.
    Congratulations Taylor !! You deserve the world ❤️🌹

  • @lauraelainedesilets1189
    @lauraelainedesilets1189 2 года назад +2

    I cried. You are so warm. I know you are going to be a very good Mom. You have grown so much since I started watching you in Japan. I think it's great that Tom will teach him his native tongue...and you will talk in English. It's going to be a great family dynamic. I know you both are ready to be parents... Perfect time !!!! Sending all my love and positive energy... Of course your baby is born... Thank you for sharing your journey. God bless you , Tom and baby boy... Rosie too ..Awe ❤️

  • @CatalinaEnSa
    @CatalinaEnSa 2 года назад +36

    I love how Tom warmed up on camera and he now even wants to show stuff to us, that's so cute.
    Congratulations on your baby boy, he's gorgeous. Do we have a name already? I'm not sure if you told us already lol.

  • @scarletf5580
    @scarletf5580 2 года назад +1

    Oh I could cry seeing you shortly before birth. I remember the last 2 weeks before my babys due day felt like months and I was so inpatient. I wanted my pregnancy to finally be over, because I couldn't walk, talk or sleep. And now 5 months into having my baby I wish I had embraced the last few days more 😭♥️

  • @flavialm1
    @flavialm1 2 года назад +3

    I've been following your channel for years and was so happy when you were finally successful in getting pregnant, now I just found out I'm pregnant too, completing 5 weeks tomorrow, we haven't even told our family's yet, just gives a whole other meaning to these vlogs.

  • @Ishyona
    @Ishyona 2 года назад +7

    Honestly I think you will find it's so good having that extra person who can just hold the baby while you sleep, or shower. My mum stayed with us for 8 weeks after my firstborn was delivered by emergency c-section. I would not have been able to survive without her help. Although my husband was happy when she left and he had the house to himself again 😅
    In my mum's group half of the women concived through IVF, and one of them has already managed to conceive again naturally. I want to have another baby as soon as I'm allowed, I've been told I have to wait for a minimum of 1.5 years to allow the scaring to heal. So only another 6 months to wait. I hope I get pregnant quickly, because I want them to be close in age.

  • @susanknight183
    @susanknight183 2 года назад +31

    Congratulations Taylor & Tom, hope everything went to plan & you are recovering now and able to breast feed your son. My daughter is 41, but I remember her birth as if it was yesterday ! 🌍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🌍

  • @malloriee
    @malloriee 2 года назад +1

    Watching your pregnancy story has just made me realize how incredibly strong women are. You’ve given me a lot of courage about the future prospects of being a mother. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey with us!

  • @arnatsiaqqvist9768
    @arnatsiaqqvist9768 2 года назад +15

    Oh Tom is going to be a great practical father when the baby is older ☺️ going to activities, school, getting ready and all that! Congratulations ❤️

  • @intallpines
    @intallpines 2 года назад +3

    He is such a handsome little boy! Thrilled to watch you both raise him and experience some of the joy he will bring you. Rosie will Luv him!

  • @ginny3282
    @ginny3282 2 года назад +9

    Awh to hear Tom and what he thinks about and what he has planned for his little boy just is the sweetest thing it brings tears to my eyes

  • @danielle6428
    @danielle6428 2 года назад

    Hi Taylor, about years ago I had a positive pregnancy test. Me 19 at the moment, lost in life and not ready, was heartbroken and scared that I wouldn’t be a good mother to my baby. 4 weeks later I was told that the baby was not developing as it should. I was even more heartbroken, but I remember praying to God that I would rather a great woman that actually desires and is prepared to have a baby get this experience of being a mom. I remember thinking a lot about you since you had been sharing a bit about your pregnancy journey. Time passed by and a year from when I had my miscarriage it was when you shared you were pregnant! Now I know it very much a coincidence but for some reason I feel great joy in my heart!💖 Congratulations

  • @randomkidholly
    @randomkidholly 2 года назад +12

    One minute I'm drooling over your cupboard organisation, the next thing... I started to get so emotional and nostalgic when you started talking about TayTalk. Feel like I've got pregnancy hormones with you! 🤣 My fave forever and always, so excited to be even the tiniest smidgen of a part of your next adventure - thank you for choosing to share with us ❤️

  • @felixslettuuce7153
    @felixslettuuce7153 2 года назад +2

    The best thing to see in any pregnancy vlogs is how happy the parents are at the birth of their child. It just feels like the baby is supposed to be there and I'm so happy for you guys

  • @Faeriepastels
    @Faeriepastels 2 года назад +23

    You are such a goddess, this is so emotional to watch! so happy to see everything fold out, i'm only 23 and don't want kids myself but am filled with so much joy and excitement for you! He definitely will have worldwide aunts and uncles, just like Rosie!

  • @name-hf2ht
    @name-hf2ht 2 года назад

    i don't have the best relationship to my mother, but watching your videos added an extra level of appreciation towards what mothers go through bearing and birthing a child.
    thank you for sharing your journey and congratulations!

  • @Gigi-fv9ky
    @Gigi-fv9ky 2 года назад +4

    I wanted babies so badly and will probably still feel that longing with my last breath. I am soooooooo very happy for you and your family and I wish for you that this joy lasts forever. 💖💖💖

  • @DanielleUtau
    @DanielleUtau 2 года назад +2

    I'm 34 +3 weeks today and although this is my second, you're videos have been so helpful for me. My daughter is 20 months old right now, so the age gap is daunting but hearing you say how fun it was for you and your siblings gives me hope that I can do this!

  • @K_B_H_
    @K_B_H_ 2 года назад +71

    I loved seeing Tay sitting like a pregnant queen in the midst of her pantry mess just snacking away.

  • @mrsvickigriffin
    @mrsvickigriffin 2 года назад +1

    Yes encouraging baby to be a polyglot and being able to speak several languages is awesome. I too have heard once you have your first baby having more is easier.

  • @MyvIsLove2
    @MyvIsLove2 2 года назад +23

    im not a baby person and i will definitely never have children but i am so happy for you! i squeaked inside when u said u wanted 3 or 4 children because im definitely here for it :) been watching u since forever

  • @eternalconfusion6226
    @eternalconfusion6226 2 года назад

    The ending phrase was probably the sweetest thing any person has ever said on RUclips ❤️

  • @jazzy8834
    @jazzy8834 2 года назад +3

    I have been following you since your Japan days , back when I was still in middleschool and now I am half way through college ! I can't believe how far you have come Taylor! Your videos always cheered me up all these years, I am so happy for you and your family ❤

  • @sweetpotatey
    @sweetpotatey 2 года назад +1

    It's so nice to hear your response to weight after birth. It's focused on bub and not worrying about weight gain. Congrats on your beautiful baby, Taylor! You'll be a great mum.

  • @HeyMelani
    @HeyMelani 2 года назад +6

    Talk in as many languages with the baby 💪🏽 that will be so good!
    I was born in Italy but both of my parents are from Sri Lanka and since I was very very little I grew up with mum talking to me in English and Italian, while dad talking to me in Sinhalese and Italian. Now I’m trilingual and I understand French and German since I live in a very touristic part of Italy (full of German and French people when summer here in Verona). Don’t be scare if he starts to talk late or when he talks it might sound like an alien language, I started to talk very late at 3 years old and the doctors all told my parents that because I was listening to so many languages that 100% normal to be a bit silent at the beginning! 😄 He will grow up being multilingual and that’s so so cool!
    Love you Taylor and I’ve been a very loving but silent subscriber here since your Japan life 🙈
    CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE BABY AND I CAN WAIT FOR YOU TO BE PARENTS! ♥️💐

  • @katherinelommas3739
    @katherinelommas3739 2 года назад

    An amazing point in the end: "It took me 9 months to get to this point, so there is no way I plan on going back super quickly". That got me thinking.. women often feel so much pressure to bounce back in a month, but it is literally impossible. Thanks for reminding us of that 🙏❤

  • @thedragonsdanced
    @thedragonsdanced 2 года назад +15

    I’m a silent viewer usually but I’m so happy for you and Tom! I’ve been following you since I discovered you on Sharla’s channel a few years ago. I feel bad for not commenting more especially with so many exciting things happening to you, but alas, life gets in the way. Can’t wait to get to know your son! Watching yours and Sharla’s channels always makes me feel like I’m listening to a good friend

  • @vanessadostoievski
    @vanessadostoievski 2 года назад +1

    I never imagine Taylor could get more cute. Sooo she gets pregnant! And The baby couldnt be cuter too. Congrats and good wishes, from Brazil

  • @MARISHKALIS
    @MARISHKALIS 2 года назад +5

    This baby is so loved since the moment you revealed your pregnancy. 💙
    Can't wait for your birth experience, Tay.
    CONGRATS on your beautiful baby boy. 🥺💙 He's precious.

  • @jennysparks220
    @jennysparks220 2 года назад +1

    You both have such a humble approach to parent hood, it's truly heart warming to have watched your journey thus far ❤️

  • @_NikiKlein
    @_NikiKlein 2 года назад +10

    yes im crying, this just made me emotional so much ( the whole series actually ) but speacilly your end speech, im so happy to have joined you in this whole journey and for knowing you for so many years, im so proud about the person you turned in to and i know you will be such and amazing mother. And i love how you called us all anties and uncles of the baby, thats so sweet of you.
    Much love from me to you, baby, Tom, to your whole family!

  • @MillyIncorporation
    @MillyIncorporation 2 года назад

    I keep saying to myself how awesome it will be for him to watch this whole journey when he will be older, and to see how loved he was since the beginning 🥰 wishing all of you all the best !

  • @pandapoof8798
    @pandapoof8798 2 года назад +6

    I love those nail grinder/trimmer. I make sure to include them in gift bags. As well as a bath kneeler. Sometimes people forget at some point you're going to bathing in a tub and that gets hard on your knees. Lol I loved those adult diapers. They saved me after birth.

  • @amandaorlando5303
    @amandaorlando5303 2 года назад +1

    Congratulations!! I am 37 weeks pregnant as I watch this video and I found it so comforting. We even have some of the same products (like the water wipes and the Frida Mom accessories) which felt like such a relatable moment of reinforcement. Thank you so much for sharing this with us :)

  • @koda7214
    @koda7214 2 года назад +5

    Commenting a second time, thank you so much for talking about how you're not going to try and lose weight fast after giving birth. People don't realize how unhealthy of a mindset that is, it's literally putting your physical appearance over your health. You had a BABY, you went through 9 months of intense hormonal and body changes, its OK for your body to not be the same.
    It's a topic thats important to me, and a lot of other women, so thank you for sharing your thoughts on it.

  • @dulce_de_leche
    @dulce_de_leche 2 года назад

    I absolutely love the way you talked about weight gain/increasing caloric intake in a positive way and saying that your main focus is healing your body! I am currently recovering from a restrictive eating disorder and it helps so much seeing a figure I look up to talk about her body with respect and kindness

  • @Madnisity
    @Madnisity 2 года назад +3

    Watching you nesting makes me start nesting, and I'm not even pregnant! Congratulations to all of you, you're inspirational in mor ways than you can imagine 🥰

  • @Lela-g3z
    @Lela-g3z 2 года назад +2

    I feel so much like a aunt, I only watch u since tokyo, but god your baby is so cute, congratulations, I wish this boy all the healthy and happines in the world

  • @bonie_and_beans
    @bonie_and_beans 2 года назад +6

    I can't believe the time has finally come!! It feels like it's been so long since the series started, but also like it's been just yesterday. I'm so happy for you, I hope you get an abundance of joy in every moment with the little one 🥰

  • @Jirokun1337
    @Jirokun1337 2 года назад

    Wow, after watching this ep, i cant believe ive been watching Taylor since she was in Japan, following her journey to Hong kong, getting married and now a new born child. Thanks for showing us everything in your life. I feel like im part of this amazing family. I wish you and your family the best and forever happiness !!!

  • @alexkatecreates3562
    @alexkatecreates3562 2 года назад +11

    Right before you did the pantry, I could already imagine the counters covered in stuff! I'm the same way when it comes to organizing, take it all out, go through it, put it back better than I found it. Also you are not alone on having something expired... When I moved into my fiance's house and went through the pantry (2021) I found stuff that expired in 2015 .... it happens! XD Your pantry looks amazing! I love the feeling of haping all my baking stuff in matching containers~

  • @britanybloom
    @britanybloom 2 года назад +1

    I’ve been watching your videos for years and this made me so emotional and so incredibly happy for you and Tom. I just found out I’m pregnant with my first and your content throughout this process has been so educational and helpful. Thank your for all that you do! 💕

  • @HanahS.
    @HanahS. 2 года назад +8

    I’ve been at home feeling unwell for the past two days and this Vlog has really cheered me up 🥰 I’m so excited for the Birth Vlog 😍

  • @rebeccawithers9913
    @rebeccawithers9913 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this journey. I know there is all kinds of pressure either way of if you film it or if you don't, and im so glad you decided to be so transparent about all the ups and downs and the whole journey, im the last person of all my friends to get married or pregnant, and this gives me so much to look forward to, and makes me happy I waited, and gives me so much hope

  • @latebloomerabroad
    @latebloomerabroad 2 года назад +11

    How interesting that you can hire a specialist to help you after the birth, that's a great idea! I'm in America (California) and luckily have sisters who helped me. I missed the last 7 weeks of pregnancy with my first & 5 weeks with my second because my babies were premature, so I never really had the nesting instinct. (I'm SO disorganized anyway!) Both of my kids were only 4 pounds but insurance is so bad here that they kicked us out of the hospital only 12 hours after birth! Can you imagine sending home a first-time mom with a 4-pound baby only 12 hours after having them? America isn't good at nurturing mothers during that time.

    • @TheIJP123
      @TheIJP123 2 года назад +2

      I also live in this States, and you’re right. It’s no secret that our healthcare system is absolute garbage. I will never understand the mindset of government officials thinking that putting most of our tax money into our military is more of a necessity than putting it into taking care of our citizens who desperately need it.😭 it makes me seriously consider moving somewhere else to start a family.

    • @latebloomerabroad
      @latebloomerabroad 2 года назад +4

      @@TheIJP123 ​ @elden The government won't change unless the voters change. When you mention anything about "healthcare for all", the right-wing people start screaming that would make us a socialist country. If making sure that your citizens have basic healthcare makes me a socialist, then so be it. Free education for all is the same thing, but they don't understand that.

  • @meeniemoe
    @meeniemoe 2 года назад +1

    YES! Please vlog the pui yet. I am Chinese American and I feel like I learn a lot through your vlogs. None of my friends have gone through babies yet so this is informative and fun for me to watch. Congrats to you and Tom!

  • @wingsofshadow
    @wingsofshadow 2 года назад +12

    "When the baby comes out the whole baby house comes with it" I don't know why I was amused with that description lol XD.
    Congrats to you and Tom on beautiful baby!!!

  • @Nahriart
    @Nahriart 2 года назад

    Your husband saying he was ready to be a dad was the sweetest part of this video for me. Thank you for sharing these special moments with us, i cant wait to follow the journey of you little one and your family ! Your channel evolved with my life it seems we went in the same direction and I’m so happy for that 😅💕

  • @lissamak2405
    @lissamak2405 2 года назад +6

    I'm interested to see the furniture for the night nurse. Having a mom's helper will be so useful, I wish I had had the opportunity to have one. It would have been immensely helpful especially for the first baby.

  • @DieyDaiana
    @DieyDaiana 2 года назад +2

    When you mentioned the Tay Talk I got tears in my eyes. I feel like we grew up with you Taylor. So so happy for you and your beautiful and perfect new family member!!

  • @shilox5469
    @shilox5469 2 года назад +40

    Been waiting for this last episode! Congrats on the little one!❤️

    • @Taylor_R
      @Taylor_R  2 года назад +17

      This is the second last ☺️ the last (birth Vlog) will be next

  • @yourbestinfluence
    @yourbestinfluence 2 года назад

    I've never dreamed of motherhood myself, but I have loved watching your journey. So happy to see everything work out for someone clearly so suited for it! Thank you for being so open about your experience, I can't believe it's finally happening!

  • @haseena1001
    @haseena1001 2 года назад +8

    Hi Taylor - My heartfelt Congratulations to both yourself and Tom on the arrival of your little one! Recovery after birth and adjusting to all the new demands and responsibilities is a lot, I hope that both you and baby are doing well. This has been quite a journey and I wish you all the very best for this new chapter of your lives and here is to a new adventure✨❤️✨❤️✨

  • @EEsmalls
    @EEsmalls 2 года назад +1

    I've been very depressed about the fact that I don't think I can have any more children. Living vicariously through you during this series has been wonderful! I'm so happy for you guys, y'all are gonna be amazing parents and this baby has PROOF of how bad he was wanted 💙

  • @melonpan8892
    @melonpan8892 2 года назад +20

    Watching this made me feel like I'm ready to get pregnant 💀
    But seriously congrats! This series made me want to have a child (bitch I'm still 20, so no) I will definitely rewatch this sometime in the future and take note all of the things you did. Your baby is so lucky she has a very attentive mother like you!

  • @XSemperIdem5
    @XSemperIdem5 2 года назад +1

    Definitely start teaching him languages early because it's easier for people to develop a more natural pronunciation if they learn a language from very early in life. As long as you don't mix languages within a single sentence, it's perfectly fine to speak to him in different languages. I've met people who are bilingual in English and Spanish and come from Spanish speaking backgrounds and some have said they only speak to their kids in English to not confuse them but that only makes it tougher for the kids to pick up a native sounding Spanish pronunciation later on. I'm so glad I learned two languages from early on in my life, so what you and Tom are doing is great. Get bedtime storybooks in all the languages you want to teach him too.
    Everything Tom said about how he's been ready to be a father for so long and how he pictures everyday life as a father with the routines is so sweet. You two look like you'll be great parents.
    But oh gawd there's no way I could go that long without washing my hair or without AC in the summer like those confinement rules. Remember it's all about what makes you and your baby comfortable and healthy. That is the ultimate importance even if anything clashes with those rules.

  • @RheaM
    @RheaM 2 года назад +5

    I’ve been waiting for this!!! Congratulations to both of you!!! I hope you’re recovering well and enjoying him! 💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @jenner3013
    @jenner3013 2 года назад

    I could have jumped up and down for this series. Thank you for sharing. As a woman that never got to have her own babies. I absolutely love this. Congratulations again.

  • @P3N1SLUVR
    @P3N1SLUVR 2 года назад +12

    Congratulations! Your baby boy is so beautiful, you two should be very proud.
    Btw, when you showed a “diaper rash cream spreader” i laughed out loud. Made me realize how big the baby item industry is. Everyone I know always used there hands to spread diaper rash cream, I think you may find it’s easier as well and quicker when you have a squirmy baby crying and needing his diaper out on quickly.

    • @AdventureAllTheWay
      @AdventureAllTheWay 2 года назад

      Me too. 😀

    • @izzyb82
      @izzyb82 2 года назад

      Yeah I think she’ll realise quickly how impractical that thing is

    • @zatrat5696
      @zatrat5696 2 года назад

      Honestly when you get excited it’s so easy to buy things you don’t need…like I see all these Chinese futuristic home gadgets on tiktok like self closing trash bin and I want one immediately

  • @christinescholtes8243
    @christinescholtes8243 2 года назад +1

    Wow! I wish Australia did that for the 4th trimester. Mothers health often gets forgotten once the baby is born.

  • @user-mj7ok3vu2j
    @user-mj7ok3vu2j 2 года назад +3

    Congrats again!! That’s so funny how it actually turned out that he came on your due date. That’s not very common right? Anyways thank you for taking us on this journey with you and Tom!! I’m so ecstatic for you guys, and from what I see you guys are such great parents already ❤️☺️

  • @GabuchyCortez
    @GabuchyCortez 2 года назад

    I teared up when you said "this baby is gonna be so loved by so many aunts and uncles all over the world" 🥺 I am one of them! I love him so much! 💙 Can't wait for the next video 🎉

  • @She.Follows.The.Sun.
    @She.Follows.The.Sun. 2 года назад +3

    It's the afternoon here! Hello anyway :) Here's a piece of advice for both you and Tom as parents. Remember that your children are also people with their own thoughts and preferences too. Be open and honest with him as much as you can, and communicate often. So they can develop their own personalities and be happy. :) Mostly for when they're older.

  • @annie4ev1
    @annie4ev1 2 года назад +1

    I've been subscribed to you for over 6 years and I'm just so excited and thankful that you had a safe delivery and happy pregnancy and baby 💖

  • @rainesonne1320
    @rainesonne1320 2 года назад +3

    FYI: You aren’t going to gain weight if you breastfeed! You will lose the baby weight very quickly, because breastfeeding burns a lot of calories! I was eating high caloric foods and I lost 80lbs in 5 months!

  • @solayrerivera7771
    @solayrerivera7771 2 года назад +1

    You are so organized and prepared I love how everything is set up, I didn’t have a nursery I had all my baby’s stuff in my room and I used like half the stuff I bought you don’t really need much the first few weeks

  • @maxz.1369
    @maxz.1369 2 года назад +4

    I am so sorry life in Hong Kong is so strict with Covid :( Being pregnant and walking everywhere (even outside) with the mask. Oh my god I could never do that.

  • @iwaiiwai444
    @iwaiiwai444 2 года назад

    So happy for you two, little baby is so blessed to have such caring thoughtful and excited parents! I am brought back to when I had my daughter watching this. There will be little challenges but know that they will each pass and you’ll grow together as a family, it will be wonderful!