What I Regret About Our Trip to Arizona - How Are We *REALLY* Doing?
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- Опубликовано: 9 июн 2024
- How Are You REALLY Doing? ☕️ | Our Trip To Arizona Unscripted
Before and After our Arizona Adventure - How Are You REALLY Doing?
Life has been wild lately and not in a fun way.
Before we headed out to our trip to Arizona, I got covid and ended up in the freaking hospital!
But they cleared me to go to Arizona and so off we went. Which probably wasn't the best idea for my health (in retrospect) but I did not want to miss this trip!
The whole fam bam was headed down to enjoy a quick trip to get some vitamin D. We were visiting my college roomates, but this was the first time getting together for the first time since we lost our Daniella.
The flights times out and in were wonky and I had to let the sleep stress go. The girls did SO WELL!! They were a little moody day one but I'll chalk that up to a 4am wake up😅
But it was incredible to see them outside and thrivingggg!!
Makes you wonder, can we replicate it here or do we need to move to Arizona 😂😂
Now that we're back, we're all sick. I swear I should have scheduled Hawaii the week after Spring break so we'd have a week off of school before we took off. Instead I scheduled it 2 weeks after.. a loss for so many reasons except it was the cheapest time to fly sooooo here we are!
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00:00 "how are we ACTUALLY doing?"
00:26 Hey Shayla Intro
00:55 How was AZ? A convo with a friend
01:20 Covid while pregnant... again.
03:48 Flight with Kids
08:43 How did AZ go?
11:25 Mindset shift for vacation with kids
12:31 Their demeanor was way different on vacation
13:20 We get sick when we get home
14:05 VIDEO TOPICS YOU WANT TO SEE:
14:57 Would You Rather
15:38 My BEST pick-me-ups!
There's so many fashion and makeup people out there already, i like you the way you are...an everyday person like the rest of us. You being you and your raw conversations is what draws me in
You are the realest thing to happen to RUclips. Please make more videos like this. This probably has to be my top favourite video you have posted ever. And I've watched them all.
Yes you make content for your viewers because you want views BUT make videos that make YOU happy. Or else you'll hate making videos.
Hope you feel better soon ❤
You’re the best thank you!!
When you talked about Seth saying "It's not that kind of trip" regarding what you will and won't be able to do in Hawaii I almost cried. That attitude is such a true show of love for his kids ❤
Also, I loved this video. You said you felt like it was boring and low energy, but you are such an inspiring and encouraging person always. I really hope you will feel better quickly and that this hard time will be over soon.
Love both the high energy and low energy videos. It makes me feel normal. Thank you for being real on RUclips!
You'll be fine! I take it with the mindset that no matter how the flight goes, you'll eventually make it and be in a beautiful place. We just flew to Fiji and New Zealand with our 17 month old twins, they just slept 95% of the flights. Totally worth it to take advantage of lap infants
I love these types of videos from you because 1. They’re relatable. And 2. It makes me feel like I’m sitting down with a mom friend just shootin the shit…which is a rare thing because I don’t have any mom friends except a few bffs from childhood that live states away😅😩🥴
I feel the inconvenience of having to lay down with your kids to have them go to sleep! It works all the time until you wanna hang out with someone 😅 proud of you!
You will love Hawaii! All you need are beach days. We took my 5yo when he was 2 and he remembers so many details, asks to go back all the time! I do recommend your own seats. It’s nice to do one parent with one kid. And bring ALL the snacks. It’s a long flight to be hungry. On another note, kids get so used to travel so fast. My newly 3yo was buckling himself in without my help or suggestion a few months ago. Like, this is what we do now! You’ve got this!
Enjoyed the chit chat. I have no fashion sense left. The exhaustion and mental load has beaten it out of me. Rest and looking after my post partum body are priority. Everything else, I just Can’t pull it together. Hats off to you for traveling after illness. You are amazing!
You are an absolute treasure. And also a trooper. Honestly your experiences (and struggles) make your videos even better. Keep doing what you are doing!!
I am sick, pregnant, in the middle of buying a new house and my 18 month old has just discovered tantrums, so this video was very much on my energy level. Thanks for not hiding this side of the experience 😊
Quadrupal whammy!!! You’ve got this! With tantrums I’ve found just saying back to them “you want the apple” or just stating exactly what you know they want so THEY know YOU know is so helpful! Sending strength and peace!
I would love to hear your feelings about having a third. Just found out last week that I’m expecting my third and I’m trying to wrap my head around it! You always bring solidarity and I love that about your videos ❤
Loved this video! I lost a friend three years ago and getting together with mutual friends is so needed.
Video topic: pregnancy with your first vs pregnancy with your third.
It freaks me out to think about being pregnant and exhausted with two toddlers so we are on pregnancy pause at the moment 😅
Love ALL your videos! When i actually have a minute (pregnant mom with 1 toddler), i search "Hey Shayla" hoping there is a new video. There has never been a time in which you've disappointed. The rawness of this video is helpful for someone like me because it's relatable. I often push myself way way too far too. I had a corona virus (not COVID but an OG corona) a few weeks ago and i felt so so bad but kept trucking on and it caught up with me, just as tou described. Being pregant and sick is hard, especially with a toddler (or two). I hope you feel better! And i think i speak for most when i say we love and look forward to ANY and ALL your videos!
You’re the best.
Still here watching. Thank you for this realistic video. I love that mindset about travelling. Doing that as well, but not flying.
Also havent seen you in pink before 😍 I think I wore pink for the first time when I was pregnant too.
Bless you Shayla! I just got back from a holiday to Rome with my husband and 1 year old. She REFUSED to sit on my lap, my husband fell asleep and I was left wrestling with her for the duration of the flight. I gave lots and lots of snacks and brought a busy board to play with but she was more interested in climbing. She fell asleep for the last 10 minutes which was typical! Flying is so hard but worth it ❤
I love that you share the reality of mum life. Winter with kids is sooo hard with the sickness- and it can feel like somehow it’s your fault- like maybe you’re not feeding them the right nutrients etc etc etc- and sure, sometimes that could be the case, but more likely the reality is that kids just get sick all the time. And then you get sick. You’re doing so amazing Shayla! You got this!
Omg yes!!!! So true!!!
Thank you for mustering up the strength to do this video! You have no idea how nice it is to not feel alone during these early motherhood times. Can you do a video on how you got pregnant this time around while weaning Esme?My 9 mo daughter is named Esme too. I watched you during my pregnancy all 2023
I’m pretty sure I talk about this in my pregnancy announcement video!! We had to completely night wean between 11p-6a to get my period back then I was tracking with ovulation strips!
Love your videos like this too. We've just taken my 2 away and the plane was rough on the way home but not as bad as I thought! Have learnt my lessons about flight times etc though.
It's nice to listen to your videos being honest mum thoughts.
Great video!!! I especially loved the advice on that question "How are you actually doing". Just had dinner with friends I don't see often and I feel like it was so surface level and we don't have time to actually get into life.
Also I love your videos because you're so real! I feel like we're friends because you don't act like an influencer, you're just another mom going through it! Lol so don't feel bad for a low energy video, it was still impactful! 😊
Love the calm chit chat videos, keep ‘em coming. And despite feeling terrible, you look lovely!
Keep ‘em coming girlie I’m here for it!! Even your chats like this one always relatable ❤❤
I can relate to this so much. I’m in Minneapolis too and about 19 weeks pregnant. I’ve had the flu turned sinus infection, Covid, and now my toddler maybe gave me hand foot and mouth that he caught at daycare. Cool. Super low energy, lots of screen time.
!!!! Omg girl you’re in it too !!!
Thanks for the chit chat ❤
Get well soon!
Currently in the first trimester and I’m sick as a dog so I *feeeeel* the vibes of this video on a personal level😅 StRUgliNg over here… I also have two toddlers to keep alive
Hey, currently also 20 weeks with a 2yo and strugglinggggg and just thought I’d say this kind of content is really helpful just for like validation and not feeling alone with how hard it is. Thank you!
Ah you’re doing amazing! Thank you for sharing and I’m sorry you feel so crappy. If you can-I know it sucks to pay for the seat though-I recommend getting a seat for everyone if your plane doesn’t have a good amount of leg room. We flew to Hawaii with our newly walking, then-14 month old, and my husband and I still laugh about how exhausting that flight was keeping him on our laps. Either way, you’ll make it and you’ll end up in a beautiful place, and that helps everyone take a breath 😊 I will be checking out that harness-thank you!!
Good to know! 😅
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video in a time like this, when rest is really all you need. And thank you for being so honest and raw with us- it shows a lot of strength!
And I hope I speak for everyone when I say, please take all the time and rest you need. I know, this is your job, but people here will wait a week, or two or three for the next video- just as long as you get to have a proper recovery and feel better again.
Wishing you all the best!
This video was hugely helpful and spoke to what I've been going through. I'm working on preparing myself mentally to be ready to have another baby, while also dealing with the clinginess off my 9 month old. I just traveled alone for the first time with my daughter, and it was hard, but also I think way less stressful than I thought it would be because of just letting go of the things I could not control.
You look amazingly well for how crappy you feel! If you are in Arizona next and are near or in Flagstaff please check out Lund Canyon Coffee ❤
We recently went on a 4 hour train ride to another city with our 13mo and I was worried sick about her wanting to walk the hole time and how to entertain her… well she did walked the hole train up and down and the people was SO FREAKING NICE they kept waiving her the 100 times she walked by. I felt stupid for worrying so much for something that ended up being normal for everyone else 😂then she slept on the stroller for like 3hours while we toured and ate and all so it was nice that she could rest ❤
Authentic. Keep it up.
Taking all tips on potty training efficiently since I work full time and the guilt from that has been rough - hope you feel better soon & always give yourself grace
I read oh crap potty training. it breaks potty training down in blocks. Block 1 ( 4 days naked) , block 2 pants/dress (no diaper). block 3 planned small outings. I blocked off the living room with a small potty that was easily accessible. for the smaller planned outing we went potty before leaving and brought the potty with us to use at every transition.
I started at 20 months. took about 2 weeks to get foundation. and at 24 months she was vocalizing that she had to go pee. accidents still happen but that's okay
Oh, man what a rollercoaster of a time. I’m sorry life is currently in a valley. It’s wonderful that you were able to check in with friends. It must have felt like a huge release.
We are also doing a bit of traveling the next two months. We are taking our 2.5 yo and 13 month old to Boston and Hawaii from CA.
Thank you for the tip on dressing them identical while traveling. That’s a very smart move
I love these kind of videos! It’s realistic and as a new mom makes me feel so much better about my low energy days. You’re killing it Mama!
I'm sick with COVID too this week tested + on Monday at 27 weeks pregnant 🫠 I've had covid several times and this time has literally put me down. Finally I am able to see without having to put sunglasses in the house but yeah this is an extra fatigue I'm not used to. Hope you are getting better day by day ❤
So sorry you are sick! The part where you talked about it taking an hour to put your kids down is totally my experience too. I was self-conscious about it at first too, but its what works for us and my friends and family totally understand it now. Hope you feel better soon!
In one of your videos a few months ago, you talked about Paul Thomas' book and a homeopath that you interviewed. You briefly spoke about homeopathic remedies that mimiced similar immunity to traditional methods. I would love to hear more information on it or watch your interview if it was recorded! Hope you feel better soon!
I love watching you and look forward to your videos no matter the content because you are just real! Being a mum is tough and glorious at the same time and sharing the load with information or just ‘this is what’s going on’ is so helpful . Thank you 🙏🏼
I love your videos no matter the topic - these vlog style are fun! Thank you for always being honest and sharing!
Maybe a video about how you stay judgement free? I find that as i research mom/kid things and make a choice for my family, its hard for me not to project that on others but you do so well being so open! Any tips?!
Know everyone is on their own journey. Has a different budget, different priorities but always doing the best with what they know!
If they ask for help give it to them! If they don’t, support them on their choices! One person may focus on non toxic and organic while the other is focused on eco friendly and low waste, and the other emotions and self care.
We can’t be 100% at alllll of these things or we’d go wild.
So if you find yourself being a little judge mental (good awareness!) find things you think they’re doing well!! 🫶🫶
I needed this kind of video today! Thank you
I love this video. Love just hearing someone’s story (as much as I love all of your teaching and tips)-this was a really nice way to switch it up. Just what I was looking for in the moment.
I’m going to HI at the end of April. Flying from TX to Maui with my 14 mo. Old. Please make vids on how you’re prepping, what you’re doing, all the tips plz!!
Any video is an amazing video! Your view on life, motherhood and parenthood is incredible. The part about setting a new mindset while on vacation is so eye opening! Thank you so much for all your time and effort putting out these videos with your busy life and on top of that being sick!❤
Love this video. The low key real chat is just fine! More of this style video, keep ‘em coming. Just had my second kid and I’m navigating how to be a mom of two and your train of thought is comforting and feels very relatabe
I love it. We are going to Hawaii in 3 weeks with my 2 year old ❤
Love these kinds of videos!
I’m so sorry you are sick! Sending you all the hugs and warm sunshine for
FL. Thinking of you all !❤
Loved the conversational style video, super relatable and heartfelt!
Hope you are your family start feeling better and healthy soon! Long-time viewer (is it crazy I go back and rewatch some of them repeatedly?? 😂) I can say I honestly love the conversational, real videos. Love me a fellow Midwest girlie too
Some ideas (sorry if they are too similar to videos you've done in the past):
-- Qualities you hope to foster in your kids and how you're doing that (i.e. resiliency, empathy, etc.)
-- Book club -- More in-depth conversation on the books you frequently mention in your videos or even new ones. Likely a lot of video content ideas within that too if you do sub-topics.
-- You used to mention your motherhood "toolbox" a bit (like different types of mom friends)... What is in it now? What do you wish was in it that isn't yet?
-- Things you and Seth do outside of parenthood and work (together or individually)... goals you have, things you accomplished, hobbies that are just for you, things to connect with each other, etc.
I know there are so many product videos out there, but found myself interested in a "third-time mom updated baby registry" type video from you -- like how you reviewed the first registry video just before your second was born. I think you have great, real, no-nonsense perspectives and now more experience under your belt!
Thank you for this!!
Travel is for my kids, I want my kids to see the country. It is really hard though and we haven't done a lot lately.
My transition to three was easier, the older two have someone to play with while you are busy with baby, and a 4 year old can communicate better and hand you things and be a helper.
I have 4 kids and have flown all over the world including 10h+ flights. I highly recommend buying a seat if your kid is over 8m old. It makes a huge difference, especially if they are wiggly and might kick the seat in front of you. It makes it easier to bring more stuff for the kids. Honestly you could probably save the money you spend just by packing sunscreen and snacks and snorkeling stuff or beach toys because all that stuff is way more expensive in Hawaii.
Good call I was absolutely going to wait to buy there 😅
You are heard and understood. Sending you so much love shayla.
I love watching your videos. You are such a great mama. Your parenting is such a great support for me. I have two under two and feel like hearing how you make it work helps me so much. I would love to hear about how you are working on introducing your new baby. Are you talking to the girls about the new baby or doing anything to help them understand that there is gonna be another baby.
We talk about it all the time now that I’m showing! We waited bc 9 months is a long time to wait!!
I talk about it a little in the last video about sibling relationships at the end.
And I have a podcast on it if you Google or RUclips “hey Shayla podcast introducing your toddler to a new baby!”
How am I actually doing? I'm still bleeding nearly 10 weeks postpartum. Apparently I shouldn't have been lifting my 32 pound 18 month old starting week 3 of postpartum or gone on walks even though it was in the 60s in February in Minnesota, or done laundry, or taken my two kids out of the house until I was healed from birth. Since I didn't rest long enough, I'm now paying for it and being told to lay as much as possible. It's been a struuuuggle mentally and physically.
Oh man girl, I’m so sorry!!! You’re clearly a great mama 🫶
Love you honest experiences about pregnancy!🥰
For Hawaii, maybe you can try a red eye flight or one that starts at their usual bedtime (so that they can sleep the whole way).
I have taken my baby on three red eyes and they have been great! I would nurse during takeoff (like you mentioned too). Good luck!
We’re doing it on the way home so it’s good to hear that works!!
Not sure if you've already made a video about this already, but I'm seriously considering cloth diapering. It would great to hear your opinions on the pros and cons, and also advice on how many to buy,etc. Hope you feel better!
I have a whole playlet actually! ruclips.net/p/PLJFPJkXkiRIHK5nmsljs8UrUeW8QQNo_w&feature=shared
Girl I’m right here with you and it’s a S T R U G G L E 🥴 wishing us both some more energized, feel-good days to come! Also I love this kind of video because as a lonely SAHM it makes me feel like I’ve got a friend that a can just sit and chat with because you’re so relatable. I’d love to see the potty training video so I can gather some tips for when my daughter is ready (which will be soon I think!)❤️
I had covid a month before having a baby about 2 years ago, and I was still not 100% by the time I had the baby, it was hard.
AIRPLANE HACK!! My pediatrician said she’d give her kids lollipops/ suckers while the plane was ascending/ descending for them to be sucking. Worked like a charm! (Also, love you and your videos) 💕
Omg yeeeeessss!!!!!!!
Loved this video! Your biggest fear having 3 for the next video please!
A video on home birth, birth center or hospital birth? I'd love your perspective on this, if it isn't too personal! You're a trooper, thanks for the video.
I found a hospital I loved and that’s where I felt the safest. Maybe with a doula who has experience with all of them on my podcast!!
Loved this video!! Thank you for your authenticity. Question: did you always plan to have three? How did you know you wanted multiple? I’m just curious because I am so indecisive on if I want another kiddo or not. Maybe it can be included in your biggest fear about three kids video
I always knew I wanted at least 2 but after two I switched to 3-4 and I think we’re done.
It’s a hard decision but for me I think about life not just these little years.
It’s a hard decision and lots of VERY real factors. Money, support, schedules, mental capacity etc. 🫶
@@heyshayla thank you so much for answering my question. Just now seeing this lol.
I’m not sure if you have done it but tips for road trip with babies. I think you talked about the baby camera for the car but an update if it was worth it.
No baby camera for the car here.
Long trips we do tablets, otherwise eye spy, stopping every 2 hrs, portable potty in the car and pleeeenty of snacks. I also like to time it around nap time
I think I got Covid a week ago and now I can’t taste or smell anything. But the rest of my family hasn’t gotten sick so I’m not sure what happened
Oh and i had a question- you said you didn't have as much postpartum with your second- is that because you did placenta encapsulation (or am i making that up, i can't remember if you did that or not) i don't plan to do placenta encap. So any tips on voiding off postpartum anxiety or depression would be great
I think it was the placenta encapsulation! I also read “the first 40 days” and that helped a tooooon to nourish me and shift my mindset around postpartum. Even if I couldn’t follow it exactly
@@heyshayla thank you! Making a video on "the first 40 days" would be great!
May I PLEASE get the plane carrier thing link? Our first flight, he was 6 months old. It was perfect. This time, he's 1.
There are a few options this one is supposed to be FAA approved
Thank you. I see it now.
I swear I sent a link!! Sorry!
Please do more videos about doulas!! I’d love to know if you’re going to have a doula for your third birth and if you aren’t, why not?!😉❤️
I totally would but Seth is sooooooo good during labor. We learned when we couldn’t have one with our first bc of Covid. And I wouldn’t have it any other way ❤️
I love hearing that you feel so supported by your husband that you don’t need any extra hands in the room🥰❤️
That’s such a unique beautiful experience I wish all partners were as great as yours! Have you considered trying to talk Seth into doing a “how to help your labouring wife” video? Or possibly doing it for him with his main tips and tricks. There’s not too many videos about how men can help their wives that are by men themselves.
Potty training video please!!!