First week with 2 under 2 (What’s working + what’s not!)

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My two youngest kids are 15 months apart & we just had our first week with both of them home. Here is what is working & what is not yet working for our family. ❤️
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I have three children: a five year old daughter, a 16 month old son & a one month old daughter. My one month old was born nearly 6 weeks early so even though she still hasn’t hit her due date yet. We just had our first week with both of them home because she spent the first 21 days of her life in the NICU. This video is very casually done because I am sleepy and learning to juggle parenting, working, and .. sleeping. My hope is that it will encourage anyone preparing to have two children who are close together in age. If i can do this anyone can. Congratulations to all of the parents-to-be who are viewing my content. I am so happy for you. Thank you so much for watching. You are amazing. See you soon. 💛
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@sarahp7273 3 года назад

I lived by this mantra: ‘Everybody fed, nobody dead.’ If you’ve achieved that, you’ve survived the day.

@lilaedu5994 3 года назад

I need to use this mantra... Sometimes we beat on ourselves so much it's crazy.

@LaJuera25 3 года назад

🤣😂 thats awesome 👏🏽

@laraedwards6501 3 года назад

Mine is "No ER today."

@beboy19 3 года назад

I need to embody this mantra. I am so anxious about having my 2nd baby. My first is now 7. But still, going back to the infant stage (which I thought I was done for) it is really causing me so much anxiety.. the stress of keeping your kids alive and well 😭 crazy

@sarahp7273 3 года назад

@@beboy19 I’ve just had my 2nd baby, she’s 6 days old today and my eldest is 3. I was an anxious wreck with my 1st baby and suffered post natal depression, but this time around it’s completely different. You’ve done it all before, and you’ll be amazed at how you manage the 2nd time around. It’s exhausting but trust me, you’ll get right back in to that newborn groove in no time. And remember, the long night feeds and early wakings are over so quickly, so don’t dwell on the shitty bits and soak up all the good bits, because it goes by in a flash.

@abs9593 3 года назад

You said you don’t put her in the carrier “because I’m afraid she will die on my chest” and then I felt seen. I had fears like this as a first time mom with postpartum anxiety, and when I tried to verbalize it, family just made me feel crazy and like I was over reacting. Emotions don’t have to be rational to be validated. I just needed to be heard and supported.

@mbwilson8592 3 года назад

I felt a lump in my throat after reading your comment. It took me back to some dark memories of my earlier post partum time. You are soo right about the need to just feel heard and validated. I hope that you are doing better. I felt so alone and crazy.

@alexisstirmel5412 3 года назад

I love you Jess😂 "The kid with the trash and the blood, not a dream come true." This is why I watch you. You make me feel not alone and I adore how real you are❤

@kaitlynchase8061 3 года назад

"Embrace formula"👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I struggled with breastfeeding and I felt like I was a complete failure as a mom and cried so much at the thought of not being able to provide for my daughter and give her formula. Now going into my second baby I'm very open to whatever I need to do to keep my baby fed...if that's formula again then so be it, if breastfeeding works then great! Love how real and raw your channel is ❤️

@mbwilson8592 3 года назад

Absolutely! And your mental health is imperative. I had a doctor tell me "formula doesn't kill babies, but post partum depression can kill their moms". It was one of the most supportive and reality-check statements that anyone could have told me at the time.

@alyupde9337 2 года назад

That was me with my first and my mentality with my second. It turns out, I couldn’t with my second either. I’m about to give birth to my third. I’m all for formula this time! I’m not even trying! Seriously, after colostrum, I’m done! Formula all the way!!! My kids are doing great and they both had formula. It really is whatever works for you and your baby!

@kaitlynchase8061 2 года назад

@@alyupde9337 we have the same brain😂 we are trying for our third right now and I honestly just want to do formula right away. After exclusively pumping with my second idk if I can manage that again and I know breastfeeding isn’t for me!

@alyupde9337 2 года назад

@@kaitlynchase8061 It’s not for everyone! I physically and mentally do not want to go through that again! My son is in the ninetieth percentile for height and weight. I know babies can do great with formal! I also selfishly want my body back! I want some level of autonomy!

@kaitlynchase8061 2 года назад

@@alyupde9337 my son is also really small!! I also want my body back and have had a hard time losing the weight this time around😩

@nicolehertel2730 3 года назад

I never comment on videos, but I just love her realness. I have an 11 wk old baby at home, first time mama, and she has helped me to not feel so alone in this new journey. 💓 love her

@imogenlucy1561 3 года назад

Just buckling into this.... I've just found out I'm pregnant with twins so come the summer I will have 3 under 2! Give me all the tips!

@heydevonnae 3 года назад

Congratulations! That’s a lot but you can do it! Trust your gut mama you got this. Praying for you 🙏🏾💞

@cushkawalker5594 3 года назад

Bless you! You got this mama💕 I have a 15 month old and 2 month old and it is stressful for awhile but you will fall into a routine. Accept any help you can get!

@vnawenn 3 года назад

You will be amazing, they will all be fine and you will be fine even when you don’t feel like it. Congratulations xxx

@nmart4000 3 года назад

@@cushkawalker5594 how did you do w their naps and putting them to bed at night?

@cushkawalker5594 3 года назад

@@nmart4000 my toddler still takes a bottle for sleep and naps and I breastfeed the little man to sleep around 30 mins after she goes to sleep. He gets up every 2-3 hrs toddler sleeps 12 hr

@emmatoulouse7048 3 года назад

Omg you would do so well in commercials and as an actor in general, you’re so expressive and genuine.

@saramartino4473 3 года назад

Thanksgiving idea: order carry out thanksgiving food and have your husband pick it up! You all get a classic meal but don’t need to go through all the cooking hassle. Whole Foods has some great options

@powerflower3347 3 года назад

I just want to thank you for still finding the time and energy to give us content, you are a real Queen ❤👑

@moiradesrosiers8008 3 года назад

I had two under two! The going out part was definitely the hardest part. I found it easier to leave both carseats in the car all the time, I usually put my little baby in a safe spot, carry out my older baby get him buckled and give him a toy in the car while I go get the little baby!! It's quite the dance but you'll get used to it before you know!

@katiethompson2214 3 года назад

Little Jules was due when my baby girl is due. I’m still pregnant 😬 so happy she’s home and healthy and doing so good. What a precious little lady. Thank you for your videos Jess ❤️

@starrysky1588 3 года назад

I wish you a easy and healthy childbirth!

@emilyrosin1369 3 года назад

Yes to the anticipation of the moment, rather than the moment! When my first was born I would have a panic attack every time my partner left for work...we survived each day and he’s now 2 and we have another one due in April. Thank you for always being honest ❤️

@sarahmartinez1021 3 года назад

Yes! I can’t say enough about getting set up the night before! This has been my formula for success since high school but has become even more important as a mom. I set up coffee, snacks/water for me during overnight feedings, my clothes, diaper bag, pumping bag, and I put my keys on whatever I need to remember to bring with me from the fridge.

@laraedwards6501 3 года назад

I set up my overnight snacks months in advance in my thighs...

@brittanyclift814 3 года назад

breastfeed during the day and bottle at night. MIND = BLOWN! i wish i had done this for my first omg life changer!

@austenmidland7034 3 года назад

We tried so hard to do this😭 our first is so much of a momma's boy though. Nursing and bottles were all me. Wouldn't let dad, even as a newborn. My poor husband tries so hard😂😂

@EveChantelle16 3 года назад

I’ve always heard this causes nipple confusion

@brittanyclift814 3 года назад

@@EveChantelle16 in my experience nipple confusion isn't a thing. There's nipple preference but if you make sure you're using the right nipple flow level all is well ;) we have our son a bottle right away coupled with breastfeeding and it was great :)

@austenmidland7034 3 года назад

@@EveChantelle16 Nipple confusion happens in a very, very small percentage of babies. Most pediatricians don't see a case during their careers. I was shocked to learn this from my OB during my current pregnancy! I always thought it would cause confusion too and waited a couple of months with our first.

@jodiemitchell2686 3 года назад

I don't think nipple confusion is a thing either. Feeding baby a bottle in a slow paced way helps baby not get frustrated at the breast if the milk doesn't come as quick and easily as a bottle. I have heard though that when you are first breastfeeding and building up a supply, breastfeeding or pumping in the night is crucial to boosting supply and keeping it up, due to hormones released at that time. So if you are going to feed a bottle in the night, you may still have to wake once to pump or do one feed to keep up supply, which is still better than multiple wakes in my opinion! Some women won't experience issues, but others might, so just putting this out there.

@jordanchavis5265 3 года назад

😭😭😭 You’re just the best! Thank you for being so real and honest. Your videos bring me so much peace.

@7823jennifer 3 года назад

I have a 13 month old and currently 27 weeks pregnant so mine will also be 16 months apart! Thankful for this video that definitely encouraged me while also being real! 💕🥰 Congratulations on your little Angel, she's beautiful!!

@nicsinger18 3 года назад

I’m 17 weeks pregnant with my second girl 💕 they will be 15 months apart 😳 I’m nervous and get overwhelmed thinking about it but I’m trying to believe in myself and know I can do this 💪🏼❤️ they were both planned so I have done this to myself 😂🥰

@maryann4451 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing Jess! Deeply appreciated as always!

@marissareisinger5460 3 года назад

"I'm afraid she's going to die on my chest." I vibe this level of anxiety lol. I'm 36 weeks along (TODAY) with my first and I've enjoyed your videos since the oh-so-very helpful Baby 101. In it you said, "I didn't even know how to change a diaper confidently." That meant a lot to me!! I was gifted with a quarantine baby, and honestly I don't know if I would have had kids otherwise. I was never around them, in fact I would refuse to hold my friends' babies until they could hold their heads up 😅. It's nice to see someone out here that never had or had few motherly life plans kicking ass and taking names as a mom... even through the anxiety 😂❤

@hannahr6210 3 года назад

I love your honesty. I don't have kids but hope to in the next 1-3 years and I learn so much from you.

@heatherholes9753 3 года назад

I love how honest and real you are in your videos! This is so helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make videos like these even when you have to be so extremely exhausted. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!!

@beno1996ac 3 года назад

I'm so happy Jules is home! She's a perfect little thing. You're doing great! Thank you as always for taking the time to make these videos, it's always such a joy to see a notification from your channel. Love you, stay safe and happy

@hb276 3 года назад

You’re wonderful! I love how supportive, honest, and caring you are! You are a special gift to the world 🌍 keep on sharing and keeping it real so moms know that they are not alone ❤️

@gbelyd7874 3 года назад

YESS!! thank youuu so much for this, I also recently became a mom of two under two and I NEEDED THIS VIDEO! makes me feel like I'm not the only one feeling this way!

@JessicaSpeziale 3 года назад

Congratulations and I'm so glad Jules is doing well!! You rock. I'm so inspired by you.

@hw06153 3 года назад

You are fantastic Jess! Your videos make me feel so much better and reduce my anxiety so much. You are a gift!

@MissBumblebeeeee 3 года назад

I love watching these videos and so happy you're posting again, not for selfishness but because I know things are okay with your family!

@baileycoker4907 3 года назад

As a new mom, your videos have been so helpful and reassuring. You make the chaos feel normal 💕

@RaqLang 3 года назад

Skip the Thanksgiving dinner. Your happiness and healthy state of mind are way more important. You always have next year or the years after that. The day is about being thankful. And clearly you are very thankful for your healthy family.😊

@raymeelinster7762 3 года назад

You're so sweet, I love watching your videos. Youre doing amazing and your kids are lucky!

@lilystabile3594 3 года назад

Wow. I watch a lot of these mom videos. I really appreciate how honest and authentic this comes across. Thank you.

@cynthiagrant3565 3 года назад

The uppa baby vista is great for 2 babies! We bought a ours used as well and found the older model attachments on their website.

@jenna_jenna_jenna 3 года назад

I always love how real you are. I’ve watched so many of your videos over the years and they always help me feel like I’m doing ok and it’ll be fine. Thank you for sharing your reality 🥰

@nourishedmotherhood6381 3 года назад

She is soooo sweet! Thanks for sharing your experience with two, two and under. I also have two, two and under and they're 17 months apart. Both are so different with different needs and challenges. But you're absolutely right! They're so worth it and it does get easier. Congratulations on your new little baby girl!

@sepiaraven 2 года назад

Only just watching this now but just wanted to say thanks for the video and being so real. Hearing someone else say "I don't know how to do that" feels so validating, when it can so often feel like everyone else has it together and copes just fine.

@rubytuesdayism 3 года назад

Sending love & sisterhood Miss Jess-you are doing so well, your little people are so blessed by your intention, willingness & love ❤️ Mama is the the most demanding job no one can prepare for, no matter how many times we are born into it, for each time it makes us anew👼🏼💖

@tarasimpkins7381 3 года назад

I love the FB group! Thank you for your videos they are very up lifting and make me feel better. I am a first time mom of a sweet baby boy and I am overwhelmed. Thank you for your encouragement!

@amandablick5373 3 года назад

YOU are incredible! I have a three week old and a 2.5 year old and am recovering from a cesarean and this was really relatable even though my big girl is relatively self sufficient in some ways. I also have no idea how to leave the house with the two of them and we are super behind on setting up the right stroller configuration and all that stuff - just going one day at a time here..!

@oliviarosebcn348 2 года назад

You're such an inspiration, so blessed by your videos. Thank you for sharing and being so real and staying so positive!! My girls will be 14 months apart and after watching your video I finally feel positive and excited about it. Thank you again.

@spirituallymommy2646 2 года назад

You have helped me SOOOOO much! I have a 12 year, 10 year, 23 month old and am 16 weeks pregnant and have been so worried. I've done attachment parenting with my 23 month old and she is sooo attached to me as I am to her. I was nervous to introduce a new baby but you just made me see how possible it is. I still have a long road but you have helped tremendously! Thank you

@raweddle3 3 года назад

Jess, I have been following you for 3 years, I stumbled upon one of your videos when I first found out i was pregnant in 2017, I love that you are honest and just upfront about what works for you and what doesn't and how you're feeling. It has been so helpful. i just recently had boy #2 and it has been chaos learning how to juggle both boys (toddler & newborn) lol I so appreciate your videos and that you still make time to help other momma's like myself. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

@LexieJaguar69 2 года назад

Jess congrats on your newest baby!! Your videos got me through my first child and i am so thankful to have found this channel ❤️ thank u for all you do

@stephanieparker3463 3 года назад

Thank you for this video. 2 under 2 here and encouraged.

@FreeBeLove 2 года назад

Love this so much! My first is 5yo and youngest is 3 weeks…this video is still relatable! 🙌🥲😂🙏🥰💞 Thank you Jess!

@nicolerobinson5466 3 года назад

Hi Jess, I have one child and she is 7 and I still have not figured out if I am having another , but your videos are so comforting and encouraging. I enjoy how you state what your doing but you are so respectful of others choices. That's the kind of support we need as mothers. Thanks 🤗

@alllove7363 3 года назад

You are AMAZING and so is every single mama out there. I watched your newborn video before my son was born and now he is 6 weeks old! Your newest little one looks SO sweet. This experience has been hands down the most challenging and transformational time in my life. I want to offer another tool I use to stay positive on days like today when my sweet baby wouldn't sleep ALL day... once an hour a listed 10 things I was grateful for and said them out loud. It helped shift a little bit of the overwhelm and by 4pm we both fell asleep. Love to everyone.

@lottaog8598 3 года назад

I’m so glad I found you! I have a 5 year old, a 16 month old and I’m 6 days overdue with my 3rd.... so basically I’m exactly the same boat and I’ve been so nervous about this third one!

@tayberjk2559 3 года назад

I definitely agree with 1 adult per kid! I have a 19 month old and a 3 week old. Thankfully, my husband works seasonally and he’s off until March so having him take over with the toddler has been amazing. I definitely spend one on one time with my oldest when my newborn is sleeping. Nursing is tough because my oldest gets jealous but we just keep him busy.

@saundremhlungu6876 3 года назад

Like, OH MY GOSH! SHE IS SO DARN ADORABLE!!!

@laurenharris9510 3 года назад

I just really appreciate how honest you are, and yet how peaceful and positive you are at the same time. There are so many moms who, like myself, have struggled in new motherhood, (my first is now 11 months) and they end up either blaming the kids or tossing around elements of toxic mommy culture, and I SO love that you don't do that. Praise God for encouraging moms like you! This season, the good and the bad, will pass. ❤ In the meantime, savor the good, and remember that the difficult times are only here for a moment in the grand scheme of things. You are doing great! ❤

@blairlittle7854 3 года назад

You are so awesome. Thank you for sharing and being real ❤ you are so sweet and a great mama bear

@jessemerson7975 Год назад

One Jess to another; thank you. I’m due in April, and my youngest turns 2 in February, but this will still help so much!!

@Rowm222 2 года назад

Thank you so much for making this vid. I’m 21 weeks with our second. Our girl will be 15 months in March when baby #2 is born! I’m a lil scared but excited. This is just what I needed. :) 🤞

@randa4m 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video! I will have the same age gap between my two. It’s been so encouraging.

@Shecravesrevenge 2 года назад

I really needed this video. i have a 19 month old and i’m currently 30 weeks pregnant. i have no idea what to expect but this video was comforting

@rebeccamcdade7114 3 года назад

I just want to say you are doing an amazing job!!!

@andreannepinard9838 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your honesty ❤️.

@nadines.9243 3 года назад

Thank you so much for being so honest!

@tessaw1013 3 года назад

I know just about everyone here feels the same but THANK YOU for sharing your experiences, good and bad, and your advice. I also have a 16 month old, and my newborn was due October 19 but was a week late. It’s definitely been an experience. I worry about the time I give to each and to myself and to my husband, but your statement about the quality of the time being more important than the quantity definitely helps a lot. 💕 Putting the newborn in the car seat inside, and carrying them while holding the toddler’s hand out to the car is what has worked for me (still stressful, but it works), but since Wilson is not walking much for you yet just enjoy always having someone to help you leave the house with them for now, haha! :)

@xilma4 3 года назад

New subscriber here 🙋🏻‍♀️ I love how positive and calming you are

@samanthab4926 3 года назад

Your outlook and perspective is so refreshing and I get so excited every time I see that you have posted! Your Facebook group has saved my sanity! Really excited for this 2 under 2 content because I will be in the same boat in early July! ❤ Happy Thanksgiving ❤

@lorybear 3 года назад

This was so helpful. Thank you so much!

@melissagouthro6694 3 года назад

You are amazing, so encouraging

@sophieramsdale8037 3 года назад

I’m 21, from the UK and probably won’t have kids until I’m nearly 30. I love your videos, they are so relaxing. ✨💕 you’re looking and doing great!

@rocio4evr8 3 года назад

You honestly made it all sound...ok. Like it’ll all be ok. Don’t have two under two but considering it and coming from a similar video that gave me anxiety, this was refreshing. Although life is what it is, you make it sound like it’ll work out despite the ugly parts. Thank you for being so positive. I needed to hear it.

@LittlestRubberDuckie 3 года назад

We have a 1 month old and we are kinda skipping thanksgiving too. Just making stuffing because that’s our favorite! Gotta save what mental space we have! I’m just excited for 4 days that my husband is home full time!

@Abcdefghijajajaja 2 года назад

I absolutely love how Jules is on the counter

@sofihiscock198 3 года назад

So sweet, thank you for this video!

@chocolatereigns 3 года назад

I also have a 16mo right now and baby #2 will be here in the spring. This video is very helpful!

@toffrozzle 3 года назад

So thankful for your videos. 🙏

@sanyaswan9830 3 года назад

Not even close to being a mom (I want to one-day), but binge watched all your videos because your babies are so cute and you content feels very true and lovely. Sending prayers for your little new born and your family. God bless :)

@aribosse3457 3 года назад

Thank you for all you advice! Side note, is that a new kitchen? It’s beautiful!

@brendadiaz1514 3 года назад

I haven't had my 2nd yet, I'm due on the 26.. I'm soooo glad I had to wean my son too bc of premature labor, he's also on a 7pm to 7am schedule! Glad I have that down, I'm sure that is going to make things easy for me!

@theirishsparkle 3 года назад

Thank you so much for making this video. This is calming my nerves!

@shawnaharner6085 Год назад

I have a 7.5 year old and a 16 month old as well as 23 weeks into my last pregnancy. My anxiety is so crazy right now. All girls too! My second is still not sleeping through the night but big sister is such a help, she wants to help a little more than she should though! It was so hard when the second was new because she wanted to help with everything. Once she gave 6 month baby peanut butter so we have to watch them closely. Its a little easier now so hopefully when baby gets here she will remember.

@Priscilla_Guerrero 2 года назад

I’m due in February with my second baby (my daughter is 23 months) and I’m very appreciative of this video. My daughter is very attached to me and she’s still co-sleeping with us. It’s been hard, we are sleep training her however she still crawls on our bed. We also live in Southern California but in a one bedroom so it’s a little hard for her to sleep on her own bed. Crossing fingers everything will be ok. Also having anxiety on who’s going to watch her while im in labor 😥

@mylovelydream8828 3 года назад

Thank you so so much for your videos. I cannot tell you enough how comforting it is watching them. I have a 10 month old babygirl and am pregnant with my 2nd..they will be 17 months apart..I am so happy to be a mommy again but also have so many moments of fear and anxiety on how I will manage with 2 under 2. Thank you for being so relatable and for being a positive resource. This video really help me. You are an amazing mom. I can tell because you have a loving heart..and that's the most important thing babies need, love.. you also remind me of my sister. God bless your family and you! 💜

@shoshanaeri8035 3 года назад

same!

@AlexzandriaHensley 3 года назад

Love love love this💕 I’m 30 weeks pregnant about to have two under 2 as well🥰 so informal😊

@hannahpalasz8918 3 года назад

I just love how honest and real you are! It makes me feel so normal! Haha I'm about to have my 2nd mid January and I'm already getting nervous on how I'm going to manage my 20month old and my newborn. Thanks for all your encouragement!

@mrshedinism 3 года назад

Same!!!!

@jeanne_guitton 3 года назад

The holidays: I'd recommend ordering in if you can. We had Christmas with a two-week old last year. We ordered pie from one place, food from another (a nice Pakistani caterer who was open since he didn't celebrate Christmas anyway), wine from a local merchant. My mum sent over a batch of Christmas cookies. It was lovely, and honestly, I wasn't going to do a roast with a two-week old on my arm and a caesarian to recover from. You are doing great. I especially love how mindful you are about little Wilson. This must be a lot for him, and the lovely relationship you are fostering by being so careful is going to be a gift to your children for their entire lives. Being a mum of three may not have been your big dream, but you certainly are a dream of a mum! Love how your realness and your kind heart shine through in all of your content. Who cares about perfection when they can have that.

@annarocha3254 3 года назад

I had my son this past Saturday and I used SO many of your tips and suggestions for labor without an epidural. I turned into an absolute monster but I DID it, and I have a beautiful baby boy. Thank you for all your encouraging and down to earth videos. 💛 And I'm so so happy to see Jules.

@1fielda 3 года назад

Anna Rocha congratulations Anna! Great job momma!

@justinesnyder5023 3 года назад

Love you, Jess💛

@rachaelcandee2782 3 года назад

I am 7 wks with our 2nd and if baby is born on time will be 16 months apart too. I love your point about the anticipation of the activity being more stressful than anything else.

@erinelizabeth8927 3 года назад

I planned to breastfeed but it didn't work out for us, and your talking about formula was so kind, thank you.

@alycecline5053 3 года назад

Jessica you are doing so great, my tip for leaving the house with three children is to give yourself plenty of time, and try to plan ahead have Eloise help you carry out stuff to the car for me the car is right outside the door so I make a lot of trips back and forth as I'm loading each kid in getting sweaters and water cups and diaper bags but just give yourself plenty of time. I leave all the car seats in the car it's just easier than me and caring them in and out.

@lilaedu5994 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing 🙏 I have a 5 and 3yo and 30weeks pregnant with our third 😅 my husband and I are trying to mentally prepare for the upcoming craziness lol..

@teddiallen978 Год назад

I know this video is old, but we just found out we’re pregnant with #2 and we currently have a 12 month old. Your videos and demeanor are so helpful 💕 I’ve always wanted babies but I have pretty bad ADHD and have always struggled even organizing my life and since our disgusted came along, I tend to be surviving so much of the time. It’s just good to hear other moms who don’t need to be perfect. Things don’t have to be perfectly scheduled and healthy and all the things…as long as everyone is safe and fed, it’s okay.

@kawaiifranki Год назад

You are a super hero! I remember when my older son was 3, my middle one was 11 and my little one was just born it was a struggle. No one helped me with them, it was all on me. And it was super tough but I did it. Now my daughter is 5 months and I'm a month pregnant with my last one! HERE WE GO AGAIN! lol.

@tajwarkhan2495 3 года назад

Thank you for making this video!

@tmariec333 Год назад

I am a single mom super scared about having two children under two not planned . This video gave me loads of comfort 💕 Thankyou

@cassiforest9191 3 года назад

I nanny for 3 kids (currently TTC as well) after years in a classroom and then nannying for 2 kids ... 3 kids is a whole separate ball game from anything else. Somebody always needs something. As a family you'll find your rhythm though. 💚

@ThePickle143 2 года назад

Due in 4wks or less with number two.. & this was a breath of fresh. air. I think I just breathed deeply like five times during this video. Can’t express how lovely that felt! I’m so excited for baby number two. ❤️🥰 (my older will be about 22 months when new baby is born)

@laurenriley8519 3 года назад

Jess, you are so encouraging...Thank you for being real. I am so thankful for your wisdom of the importance of quality time with your kids, not quantity. I so needed that. It is so important to be intentional, even if its just 5 minutes. It makes all the difference. And thank you so much for your encouragement about formula. I needed to hear that today! I had a sweet baby 8 weeks ago. She was 4 weeks early and only in the NICU a few days, but she has had some pretty rough digestive issues, including some bad choking spells because her reflux is so bad. We tried several things with my breastmilk to help her, but what has helped her the most far above everything else is a hypoallergenic formula. Even though I KNOW this is what is helping her and making her more comfortable and a more happy baby, I have felt "less than" for stopping breastfeeding. Anyway, I needed your encouragement. We love our sweet kiddos and we do the best we can :) Congratulations on your precious baby!

@thelordlovesyou.777 3 года назад

I love pastor Andy too ! God bless you!

@KlaireElisabeth 3 года назад

We have the uppa baby vista - my oldest is 16 months and I’m due in 2 weeks. It took lots of figuring out 😂 but all you need is the rumble seat for the 16 month old (facing forward on the bottom) and the upper adapters up top to click the car seat in (facing you)! It’s exactly what I wanted, and sounds like what you’d need too!

@cassiforest9191 3 года назад

Yep!!

@heycharise 13 дней назад

This is so sweet! We'll have a 14mo gap between our two (amazing for you to have 3 but can't fathom that omg). Love how realistic and in detail you are being here. Thank you- I know you are exhausted in these videos. WOW. On tandem feeding- I weaned my first bc my supply dropped in pregnancy. He only nurses for comfort now, but I do plan on bringing him in to help my milk supply and plan on tandem feeding them unless it gets to be too much. I feel that this may help us in the transition, for comfort and connection with my first. I was also devastated that my supply cut out due to being pregnant again- I wanted to feed him forever and now just bask in our moments of him comfort sucking. The note on milk confusion makes sense, but I would venture to say if we are making antibodies for one child, it'll benefit both.

@alannagilmore8982 3 года назад

The anticipation of the moments.. its that..

@ingraceandlove 2 года назад

I'm so glad I found your page! You are such a sweet and gentle spirit so don't mind me while I watch every single video you have ever made LOL! (Due in September and my son will be 16 months at that time as well so thank you for the helpful tips and encouragement!!! :)

@zoeloumarcelle 3 года назад

Always so inspiring, thank you! ❤️ do you have any tips on how to breastfeed and bottle feed at the same time ? I would find it so so helpful to have your extensive tips on that (a dedicated video maybe?), as it can be so confusing in the advice given by doctors, family, friends and so on... happy holidays ! ❤️❤️