The Baby Arrives! 

I still remember your emotional moment when you were trying to get pregnant and your worries about how it was taking longer than you thought. Then your pregnant announcement. And now you’re a mother. Your life is now forever changed and things that were so easy before require a different type of management. But, very much worth it. Blessings of good health to you both.

"Oh my gosh, what have I done," said at some point every mother in the history of the world. 😂 You're not alone and your little Edvin is just adorable! Loved this episode! Thanks for sharing him with us!

As a former hospital maternity RN, I want to thank you for your honesty regarding your feelings related this new chapter of your life!! It must be such an overwhelming scary feeling when attending to your crying newborn, when you are also simply new to handling a baby, you've just been through surgery after a labor with complications, and you are still healing yourself. Then we can mention how exhausted women can be after delivery....while dealing with everything else at the same time. It's a lot, and you likely are handling things far better than you think. It's going to take time to adjust to your new lifestyle, and just remember to give yourself grace. Congratulations to both you and your husband on this new blessing in your life together. Your husband's demeanor (being relaxed), is probably a good balance for you! ENJOY this time.... stay hydrated and nourished, and remember....the 'body heals best at rest' (or so says one of the nuns at my nursing school back in 1990!!). 🤭 💕

I cried when you finished your gorgeous wedding dress, and cried again when you had your beautiful bundle! I'm 68 years old and you absolutely inspire me in so many ways! Love you so much!

Congratulations!! Baby is absolutely beautiful. Take it slow and don't put any pressure on yourself. New motherhood is hard and it's a huge adjustment. Plus you had major surgery. Take it day by day. We'll still be here. :)

The crying in the evening… we call that the “witching hour” in the USA. Mostly it is gas or reflux. Make sure you get the burps out and help him toot by rubbing his belly and bringing his knees to his chest and give a little push. It helps release the gas. Also, you aren’t feeling your husband’s chill because you have hormones that are a result of birthing a child. It’s your body’s way of preventing you from abandoning your child and ensuring you meet his needs. You literally have some of your baby’s DNA in your brain. Give yourself Grace. Lots and lots of grace.

I remember being very lost with my first and the post-partum pain, hormone fluctuations, sleepless nights, general newborn ignorance, as well as [failed] attempts at breastfeeding. I'm happy that you are able to talk about your experience, and I could see the struggle behind the beautiful smile on your face. Don't feel pressured to have everything under control. Having a constant (knitting) in this new life is super important and a blessing! Don't forget that you are you, not just a mom ❤ take care and blessings! He's a cute little person 💕

For tummy pain : or uncontrollable crying: Gently rub his stomach, also you can hold him on his tummy with your palms on his tummy, him face down - in your arms and gently sway ... It helped with my 2nd baby, 1st baby I had not figured it out just kept rubbing his tummy ... Your doing beautifully mama ❤

Congratulations to you and Juki at the birth of your beautiful baby boy. Juki couldn't have picked a better birthday present for you! Happy birthday to you also. Your birthday will never be the same again now that you're sharing it with your son. You're very fortunate to have your extended family assisting you at the time when you most need it. Thank you for taking us along on this very personal journey and for wearing your heart on your sleeve and sharing your most vulnerable moments. You're a lovely young woman and I'm so happy for you. I wish your new little family happiness and good health going forward. How are Viggo and Luna adjusting to the little newcomer? I share your love of cats. They're the best! ❤🌷🍀

❤best wishes to you and your little family. As an old mom, I thought I’d share a bit of wisdom that was shared with me that helped in the first weeks after birth. Your body is shedding all the pregnancy hormones that you no longer need, and it can make your emotions feel overwhelming. A roller coaster. So know you’re not alone, and we are thinking of you. And after about the 2 months mark, things will settle into more of a routine. You’ve got this! 🎉

Your sweater is perfect, you are perfect, your baby is perfect! I love that you are being so open about all of your feelings. I think most people skip over all of that, and other women need to hear it! I even teared up a couple of times. You look beautiful. Being a mother is a hard job, but you are going to do great!

I remember when my first son was born. I took one look at him and wondered where this little stranger came from. The first few months can be a bit chaotic but gradually as hormones settle and little baby systems get used to breathing on the outside instead of the inside, it all comes together perfectly. Congratulations to you both. He's really beautiful.

Congratulations from Chicago,IL. So appreciate that you have shared this special event. Please take time to rest and enjoy the baby. In the meantime we will be happily knitting ❤

Be kind to yourself as everyone becomes adjusted to each other. You love the baby before he’s born but it just takes some time to get to know him as an individual. Soon, confusion will turn into utter understanding. Every squeak, gurgle, burp and the dozens of different cries will suddenly become a whole new language you and your husband will understand perfectly.

Thanks for including us in this journey! I remember following you a while back when you did self portrait videos ❤ great seeing how life has changed over that time

That proud smile when you were holding the baby in that first clip after the birth... such a great moment.

Llongyfarchiadau. Congratulations in Welsh. I remember the waiting on my 1st. She was 2 weeks late! Now 4 children later, there are lots of knitting, crocheting and sewing things to do for them all. Take care and make sure you rest when the baby sleeps x

“Oh my gosh what have I done” - said by every mother since the dawn of time. And said more than once…..way more. Give yourself grace and time. And down the road, grace, time and forgiveness. Best wishes to you all ❤ I looked at the red cardigan and thought that’s a nice sleeve length for a summer-y cardigan 🤷‍♀️

With no surprise the baby is beautiful. Your honestly is so valid. It’s challenging without a doubt. Every baby is different and you will get your own rhythm. You’re still in charge don’t forget! Expose him to all the normal household noises and voices and he will learn to sleep very comfortably in his own. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Congratulations Kika 🎉🎉🎉 it’s great to see your maturity in approaching things, new responsibilities, new life.. self understanding in the out loud processing of the emotions.. seems very normal, human.. and your designs are great as ever 🤗

Hello! I'm a new mom as well. my due date was on the 28th of February and my little boy was born on the 7th of March. All the struggles you shared (from being pregnant and giving labour) are so familiar and recognizable. Was nice to see your belly grow alongside with mine and knowing I'm not alone. Thank you for sharing your story, I would like to hear some more about it :)

Wow so was the baby born on the same day as your birthday? If so then the baby must be your greatest birthday present ever!!! If not then the baby must be the greatest late birthday gift ever!!!

Kika , Well Done ! this is the most exhausting and the most amazing time of your life... your first born. Enjoy it. Wishing you well. Don't worry about not knowing what to do.... we were all the same. You and your hubby will get there .xxx

Congratulations to you and Juki. Your life will be so complete and wonderful as every year goes by. So great to finally know your son is here. Enjoy every stage of his life. Hope you will keep sending new knits and hopefully a new book. ❤

Congratulations! Thank you for the videos. I'm an Oma now & remember the days of exhaustion & little ones. Now I have time to sit & knit while I watch & enjoy your videos. There is time in life for all things that are meant to be. Time for the little one, time for knitting and love and life. Blessings to you and your family.

How exciting! Congratulations! 👶❣And would you believe it? I'm late to the Kutovakika party, so I started at the very beginning a while back and am finishing my very last video today. I so appreciate all you've done sharing your wonderful self with the world. Bless you and thank you!❤

Take care of yourself. You are in a holy moment in your life - a first baby.

What a wonderful pair of parents for this little handsome human! Congratulations! Wishing you all three love, health, and luck in your life! Lots of love from Greece

Kika!!! I teared up when I saw you all as a little family and leaving the hospital with your family there❤ enjoy the early days (though they can be stressful) the baby stage goes by so fast! Your little man is beautiful ❤

Thank you so much for bringing us on this journey with you. So amazing to share this with you. I am so incredibly happy for all 3 of you. Your baby is adorable!!❤ You did so great!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 All the stuff your sharing about the baby is very typical and normal, you're doing wonderfully!!

Delivery can be a roller coaster ..parenthood is a huge learning curve ...deep breathes...you are doing great!!! Congrats

Congratulations on your son's arrival, a great video with just the right amount of all the important things. You sound so normal for first time mum.

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations!!! I knitted a million proyects when I was pregnant, just like you haha! Take your time to find your new "normal" and get use to be a mom. Thanks for this sweet and personal video ❤

I love your honeste, having a kid is not all rainbows and pink roses. It is ALOT. Congrats with your little babyboy

I had my twin boys 4 days before my birthday. And we celebrate every year together. I love it. Best birthday gift ever. But you’ll see as a mom how much more you’ll think about his birthday than your own, because you’ve gone through the labor and birth and you obviously don’t have these memories of your own. Our children’s seem much more significant.

YEAH❣️❣️ I have been waiting for this video…in fact, I just stopped at 7:18 because I was bursting to tell you how happy I am for you🎉 and, Yuki (sp🙄) and your new baby❤ Congratulations, from South Carolina, USA🌞. I am a fan! You are a lovely, talented young lady and I so enjoy being part of the Kika experience. Love and Best wishes to you all.❣️🥰🌺🌴

thank you for sharing the birth of your baby. The main thing that I gained from having a baby was that I think you become less selfish with your life. Enjoy your babe while this age as they grow up very quickly.

You’re so lovely. Take your time. It’s the biggest change. He’s very lucky to have you as his mummy xxx

Congratulation so much

Congratulations Kika and hubby. My daughter was due on Christmas and decided to pop out 3 days later. My son, was due on the 14 June and came early on the 7th. And both times, no water broke, but I had to keep going to the bathroom. This was actually labor. So very glad that your sweet baby is finally here. You are such a breath of fresh air. Happy Birthday Kika and little pumpkin.. Congratulations again. 😊

Oooooh congratulations!!!

The more you relax, the more you will know what to do. For the first years of my son's life I woke up minutes before he needed something. Every time. Nature is amazing and has it all set up. I breast fed him for 2 years and the hormones kept up a deep connection. It is a unique connection and priceless as you say. One does not gain without loosing something else. My son is 28 now and i have all my time back, but wish I had another birth experience and raising another child. I marvel about the wonder of having children and we learn so much from them. You learn from feeling uncomfortable when he cries, cause you want to "save" him. You learn about yourself and have to expand your ability to stay present (not to absolutely want to make him stop crying, cause this way you don't find out what he needs, it is when you stay present that you will know what he needs) Staying present is a marvelous tool and priceless in all endeavors of life. To have a natural birth we need to be relaxed and jet sometimes there are other factors which prevent a natural birth. Relaxation is key and hospital settings don't lent themselves to relaxation!

You look wonderful! Congratulations on making it through a difficult time. Your little one is a lucky boy, and very adorable! Best wishes to you, Juki and baby, from Arizona!

Congratulations! He’s adorable! Remember…..the days are long, but the years are short. You may not experience that feeling yet, but later on you will. I remember my two daughters separate births (also C Section), they are now 41 and 42 years old!! It’s hard to believe! So happy for y’all.

So happy for you all. Congratulations

Congratulations!! Yay! 🎉

Congratulations Kika and Jukki on the birth of your beautiful son. During the weeks ahead just enjoy you're baby. Heippa ❤😊

So thrilled for your family!

Such a beautiful baby. Congrats. 😊

Sounds like you and I had a very similar birth story. You’re reminding me how it took a while for me to realize how scary the birth was…but look at your beautiful boy! You look very grounded and positive. Hugs and well wishes to you all!

Wonderful news congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Oh my goodness he is precious!! What a beautiful boy. Good job mommy!!

Huge congratulations!!!

Congratulations!!! 🥰

What a pleasure to see you again!!! Congrats! ❤❤❤❤❤

congratulations 🎊 ❤

Hello, kika! My baby girl was born few days after your boy! I'm watching your video and I feel very touched... maybe the hormones? Haha my baby cried a lot on the second week too. Now it's a little bit better but the bubbles break my heart! I wish a lot of happiness and health for you guys! Cheers from Brazil

I only found your channel yesterday and I have watched a few of your videos. Congratulations! Enjoy this new little person and thank you for sharing your life with us. I am looking forward to one day knitting some of your patterns.

Many congratulations and speedy healing. Beautiful baby and beautiful knitting.

Thank you for sharing. Your insight is so relatable, honest and humble. Share, share, share. And congratulations, welcome to the roller coaster of your life!!

Congratulations!!

Oh My what a roller coaster thank goodness your both fine, he's absolutely gorgeous! Oh I rember those days, I went through very simular things I also had a c section and a boy😊

Congratulations and God’s blessings on your family!

Congratulations!❤

congratulations!!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!! So Excited for you to Welcome Baby Home ...^_^...

Congratulations! Time will fly by, as your little one grows! Be kind to yourself and try to enjoy every moment, rest when you need and be flexible with your time right now. Beautiful baby❤

Congratulations!! ❤

Congratulations!!! 🎈

I jealously wanted the baby to arrive on Feb 20, my birthday, but early march is fine too! Congratulations ❤gorgeous baby

You really had some of that famous “nesting instinct” in the last few days! I’m glad your baby arrived safely and you are ok. Remember: Raising a child is a marathon, not a sprint. One day of parenting disaster will be followed by one of triumph. Hold onto your wins. You got this!

Congratulations!💗

Great news! Congratulations 🎉🍾🎈🎊! Enjoy!

Наконец! Устали уже ждать, поздравляем. Это чудесно!

congratulations! 🎉

Whoop whoop! Well done all and congratulations. I’ve been checking every day to see if he was here yet. I am an Obstetric doctor and always worry and wait to hear about friends having babies and it was the same waiting for your baby! I have had 3 emergency caesareans myself. It’s ok if you feel disappointed about it, it feels better with times enjoy your baby xx

HOW IRONIC OF THIS NEWS BECAUSE I WAS JUST THINKING ABOUT YOU A FEW DAYS AGO. MOTHERHOOD DEFINITELY FITS YOU WITH YOUR BEAUTIFUL BABY. HAPPINESS IS - - - THE THREE OF YOU = FAMILY❤️❤️❤️

Congratulations 🎉

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! 💕💕💕

OOOOOH! Congratulations!❤❤❤❤❤❤

You’re doing great little mama! Congratulations to you and your husband! Your little son is so precious and beautiful! ❤

Congratulations!!!! All the best!!!

Congratulations 🎉🎉

Congratulations!

Congratulations to both of you!

Congatulations! Pretty pretty little baby! Love the knitwear as well.

Wishing the new family a lifetime of health and happiness

Congratulations!!!!!!

Congratualtions ♡

Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈

Congratulations on becoming parents to a sweet little boy. This is a new chapter in your life, enjoy every moment. Work around your own schedule. Work and knitting will always be there but your baby is only small for a short time. Thanks for all you have already done for us as knitters with your beautiful patterns.

Ive been so excited waiting for your baby to arrive. You are doing a great job so go easy on yourself. I love your spirit and creativity. Let knitting be your solace through these hormonal times. You are amazing.

Congratulations! Have you been knitting anything for the new baby? I would love to see a video on baby knits! 👶🏻🐣🐰🤍

Congratulations to you both ❤

Congratulations!🎉

Congrats! Your baby is beautiful!!

Congrats

Congratulations

Congratulations ❤🎉🎉🎉