Biggest advice!! Make a safe space for Brody!! A room 100%safe or been an area blocked off with those big round gates. At least if you have to leave him (esp if he’s upset) to tend to new baby you know he’s 100% safe
Great idea! We are actually planning on making this room that I’m filming in into a baby play room because it’s the only room downstairs! Hopefully that helps!!
You should do a "Baby names we love but won't be using (Except one)" video. Do like 12 names you like but have one of them be the name you'll actually use and have us all guess. :) And then announce later on. I'm so excited for you!
Congratulations Dani! You’ve been through so much these past months. You’ll be in my prayers. You look beautiful and your an amazing mom. You’ll do great! 💜
Congratulations! I think you have the right frame of mind by just being honest about the natural ups and downs, joys and worries. Thanks for sharing your story! 💛
Having your babies so close together will be a blessing! I have a 4 year old and I always wish I would have had another baby shortly after having her so that she’d have a sibling close in age to play with. It’ll all work out!
I can't wait!! Brody will have so much freaking fun with his little brother, and you'll be just fine! Like you said everything happens for a reason, you guys got this!
Congrats! Great story. My 13 month old came at 35 weeks and I remember your story of Brody being early. Now you are pregnant again and I am also 20 weeks! I will be following :) xxx
Congratulations! I'm so glad everything worked out okay :) I saw the cutest baby name reveal on instagram the other day, the couple went to Disneyland and got their new baby's name stitched into those custom ear hats they make! It was sooo cute!
Yay! I’m one of the ones that messaged you about great results with the Makena injections for #2! Loved this video, and I can’t believe the craziness you had until week 9!! So stressful but you’re doing amazing! Mine aren’t as close in age as yours but I’ll give you some tips too. Love ya!
Happy for you guys! You've got this, I can imagine it's scary but you're already such great parents to Brody, can't wait for the next ❤️🤗 Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy!
Thank you for sharing your story and keep us updated! I just had my first at 32.5 weeks and was told exactly the same protocol for a second pregnancy with progesterone shots. NICU time is rough but she thankfully is very healthy! Just premature! I’ll be praying for the rest of your pregnancy! It is very hopeful to hear positive experiences for any future pregnancy for me!!!
Ahh love this! I got probably way too excited when I saw you were pregnant! We have an 8 month old and I’m currently 10 weeks, so they’ll be 15 months apart! My milk supply has plummeted as well, that part has been a bummer but we are so excited!
Congrats! I’m so excited for you! I’m 14 weeks along right now with my first and your pregnancy updates from when you were pregnant with Brody have been so amazing and helpful to me to know kind of what to expect. ❤️
Very happy for you!!! I watched you from the beginning of Brody's pregnancy and I can't wait to watch through this one as well. And we are pregnant at the same time :) I am 24w3d though. Can't wait to see more videos!!
Having 2 under 2 is difficult, but believe me everything will come together. Having support is most important and taking time for yourself. It’ll be awesome for the two boys to grow up so close in age- mom of 3 (4 year old, 1 .5 year old and 4 month old) I had the same fear but everyday gets a bit easier, as your kiddos establish routines and you get to know your new little one. Advice I would say is to definitely get them on a good schedule- they will thrive on it and you will too 😊Congratulations!!!
My mom had my brother and I under two. She always said she that she was scared before having her second too but that once it happens, you adapt and so does the rest of your family and everything works out. You're a great mom, I'm sure you'll do great Dani(:
Congrats!!! Excited you are back. I just had my second boy 11 weeks ago #boymom. Boys are the best, and they will grow up to be the best of friends. Excited for you and your family :)
You are going to do great! I had mine 15 months apart. Brody will be in a new stage by the time you have baby boy and hopefully will be amazed by brother. Even if the first year is hard I think you will find it is worth it. Mine are 9 and 10 now and are best friends! They never have to be lonely!
Congrats! My brother and I were the same time apart and my mom basically raised us like twins. When we were younger and just starting school my brother would always come home and try to teach me what he learned in class because I had to know everything he did lol. He's actually getting his teaching credential now and I ended up being a scientist :) Great to have you back on the channel! I think Wednesday is a perfect day for videos. Aside from the life updates more cooking and vegan taste test videos!
I’m really hoping so too! I guess worse case scenario I know what to expect from the NICU this time around, I feel like that will be slightly less scary!
Congrats! My boys are 14 months apart. They are best friends. I really love having kids close together in age. My siblings are all a lot older then me and were not around much during my childhood. After my first son I did not plan on getting pregnant again so soon. And when I learned I was pregnant again I had hoped for a little girl, but now I have the boys I am so thrilled to see the brothers together. That is a special bond they will have their whole lives. After the boys I have had two girls that are 23 months apart. They are also best friends and are so lucky to have great big brothers to protect them and look out for them. My sweet kids are 10,9,7 and 5 so I am out of the baby stage,but I definitely know what you mean about feeling overwhelmed and wondering how you can manage. But you will do an amazing job with your two boys! They are so lucky to have you for a Mom. Congrats again!
Love it! I also had my water break spontaneously at 36 weeks. Doctor told me I would need progesterone for next baby, too. Would love to see a what I eat while pregnant video! :)
Congratulations! Your so right God gives you as much as you can handle and some days all you can do is repeat that to yourself over and over. I had two boys under 2 and now pregnant with my 3rd. Three under 3. Wish me luck! My best advice for piece of mind especially for boys. Find a separated area for baby. We put baby's swing behind a gate because boys are rough, and they don't know there own strength sometimes. Also a nursing activity basket for Brody is key to not moving much those first couple days after birth. You will be in my prayers for a healthy full term pregnancy!
My sister and I are 9 months apart, and my mom has always said that it was of course difficult, but some parts were actually easier. We were in diapers at the same time, we shared toys and liked similar entertainment, and when my sister grew out of something she could put it right on me! It's like having twins but not having to buy two of everything.
My kids are 19 months apart and I wouldn't have it any other way ☺️ they are best friends and it was nice getting them out close together and being done 👍🏼 congrats girl
Me & my sister are 14 months apart and we couldn't be any closer...especially while growing up ❤ I'm sure your boys are going to have an insane bond 👬🏼💙
Oh my god! I was 19 weeks exactly yesterday! I’m pregnant with my very first baby. We must be due right around the same time. I can’t wait to watch these and compare our pregnancy journeys. Congrats beautiful mama!! ❤️
I have two boys 16 months apart. I spent the entire second pregnancy thinking “how am I going to do this?” It was hard, I was always tired, but I wish for those days back all the time.
My two toddlers are 17 months apart. My son was 7 months old when we got pregnant. I was just as overwhelmed and emotional too. It’ll be ok, it’s tough, not gonna lie, but keep things low key-I stayed in comfy clothes and fed the kids healthy but easy food. And when I was given a half day off or whatever I filled it with things that relaxed me or made me happy. Life adjusts. Sending good thoughts your way.
My fiancé and his sister are close like your boys and growing up they were BEST FRIENDS. Played sports together, went to school together, got in trouble together lol all of it. His mom says it was for the best.
Looking back, I wish I had gotten pregnant closer to my son. Always wanted 2 kids super close in age. I recently found out I am pregnant so they will be 2 and a half years apart. I am so excited to be pregnant w u! I could totally relate to the feelings of being overwhelmed and my kids will be further apart than yours! Good luck Dani!
Wow!! It’s been so great to hear your story. I feel your pain. I got pregnant with my 3rd baby before my first period after my second. My two younger ones are 14 months apart also (04/03 and 06/04) they are the best of friends and worst of enemies. But I also had a 3 yo in the mix too. Lol As far as the sacs, that’s crazy to think you were having a miscarriage with the 2 extras while still happily growing the one remaining. I’m so happy to hear that the remaining baby is doing well.
Congratulations!! You will be ok! You adjust.. your love grows.. I have 4.. two daughters 19 and 15.. and two boys 3 and 1, so it's definitely different having the boys closer together. Gets a little hectic at times.. but you just breathe and worst case someone has to wait a sec lol Just enjoy them because it does go fast.
Congrats !! I can totally empathize with you when it comes to surprise babies . Unplanned baby number 3 due July over here . Yeah def have cried thinking about how overwhelming it all is . I love what you said tho that god only gives u what u can handle 💙! Wanted to mention about breastfeeding preventing pregnancy (lactation amenorrhea) only works if you are frequently breastfeeding/pumping , no return of period and baby is exclusively breastfeeding. If baby starts sleeping through the night early (in the first couple years) then it doesn’t work. If baby nurses on demand throughout first year and beyond your body naturally around 2-3 years old can become pregnant. My kids are all almost 3 years apart and we did follow this but no matter cus 3 kids 3 years apart is still ALOT in my book like I was saying above . Sending u love and light !
Congrats!! I don't have kids but I can still understand why you're nervous to have 2 babies at once! I can only imagine, so I'll leave the advice to people who've been there! lol but you'll do a great job- you're loving, warm, positive, and attentive. They're lucky boys.
My boyfriend and his twin brother were born 5 months early and spent months in NICU. Their sister was born 15 months later. Even in their 20s, they are all still really close. It will be busy and stressful but worth it! Congrats!
these boys will be the best of friends ❤️ I wish I had siblings close to my age... Only 5 years older lol! So we were never even in high school at the same time or anything it sucked.
same! Mine is sister is 3 years older and she was getting out of hs as I was going in :(, but I had my twin to keep me company. It's kinda sad not having a sibling close to you/your age.
with my 3rd son I had 2 gestational sacks and bleed like crazy at 7 weeks they told me I miscarried one and ended up giving birth at 37 weeks.. I had a ultrasound 3x a week and monitoring 2xs a week.. I remember the drive because it was not close and taking my then 4 year old and 15 month old.. I was so tired.. with my 4th there are 4 year gap he was a big surprise lol I was supposed to get hysterectomy and found out I was pregnant made it to 39 weeks but went into labor at 25 weeks and had to get shot to stop labor.. I'll pray the rest of your pregnancy goes amazing and love the glow
I had the makena shot w my last pregnancy and It helped. Try not to stress about having another. Brody will be a couple months older. Hopefully you can get them on a routine together (after baby is on a good routine).
The same exact thing happen to me!!! When I first took my pregnancy it was blazing bright blue which was weird. When I went in for my dating ultrasound there were two sacs but only one heartbeat. Went back for second ultrasound the other sac was not there. My doctor called it a vanishing twin. Its actually pretty common. My body thought I was having multiples which explains the strong pregnancy test. Congrats!!!
Congratulations Dani! My daughter is turning 8 months on the 12th of this month. We're trying for baby #2, hasn't happened yet, but when it does it'll be a blessing. I don't anticipate it happening ’til after I finish breastfeeding, but we'll see! Kind of a personal question, but are you continuing to breastfeed while pregnant? My obgyn advised against it as apparently it can lead to cramping, but I know a lot of women do.
I just found your channel! Congratulations on your second baby. I have a question, how long did it take for you to get pregnant the first time. That's awesome you got pregnant fast with your second ,with pcos and thyroid issues You had mentioned in the first pregnancy video that you had been told you had pcos symptoms though right ?
I imagine you must do a lot of research to be prepared for this and your first pregnancy. Sometimes this can bring anxiety and just not so happy feelings, I know this probably means nothing from an online person but I wish you lots of peace to feel relax for the next two trimesters and lots of energy with Brody. Of course, great positive energy vibes to your husband too :)
Ugh you’re killing me ❤️ you announced your 2nd pregnancy on my original due date (I was induced at 34 weeks because my little man had stopped growing at 31 weeks and was only 3lbs) and now that he’s a little bit older I’m already dying for another baby. I had severe preeclampsia and was told I need to wait 18 months to get pregnant again 😢
megan I totally feel ya. I had really bad preeclampsia too and that caused so many different complications. I had my baby at 31 weeks and we’re so hesitant to have another baby. My little guy is only 3 months, so we’re not really concerned about having one anytime soon. My dr said i could have problems early in the future and I just don’t know if I want to risk having another kid.
Aud Ball my little guy is 3 months too! I don’t want to get pregnant right now, but I’d like to be right as he turns 1. But I’m terrified it could be bad again
My brother and I are 18 months apart! When my son was 9 months old I just remember thinking “idk how my mom had the time & energy to get pregnant with another at this age”😅 Good luck mama!
I'll be 13 weeks on Friday but I do have 2 older daughters ages 12 and 13. So yes this new addition was definitely a surprise! Lol but anyway my oldest was 10 months old when I got pregnant with my second baby. I was freaking out! Lol she was not planned and it happened so easily like you said. I worried the entire pregnancy if I would be able to give enough attention and I kind of felt guilty. Once she was here all the worry went away and everything was great. My oldest who was under 2 would help me change diapers! Lol she would bring me things and help. They always had a playmate and a best friend. Of course now that they are 12 and 13 they are best friends and enemies depending on the day. LOL but I am so happy they are so close in age! But don't get me started on how terrified I am of having a third after all this time. 😳 it feels like my first time all over again! lol I've been really sick the whole pregnancy so far and I'm just praying it gets better in my second trimester. So far all I can do is lay in the bed without being out of breathe and sick. 🙈
Congrats! I wouldn't work out either if I were you. I have had 2 miscarriages and 2 high risk pregnancies, 4 pregnancies total. I know what it's like to feel like you live at the doctor's office. Lol. I dont know what I am going to do with my 22 month old when I start my NSTs soon because she can't just sit in her stroller for 40 plus minutes. But it's all worth it. Sorry for your loss of the other 2 babies. Wishing you the best.
