Thank you for taking the time to watch this vlog ❤️ Would love your advice/input on so many things in this video; What outfits/spring trends did you like best? What should I prep now that I’m getting closer to the end of pregnancy? Which names did you like? How do you search for/decide on names?
Maybe decide on names by exposing yourself to hearing it regularly? For example, I named my cat Koda after putting myself through the test of watching Brother Bear haha where his name got mentioned A LOT. If you still like it after those tests, it might be the one! Bet any name you two come up with will be lovely!
Taylor, please please please don’t be afraid to take maternity leave. We love you and your content and I’m sure there’s huge internal and external pressure to document as much of your pregnancy as possible but you and babies health are the most important thing!
Mama's need to take leave after birth and with the feedings and lack of sleep time off is a must also to adjust and connect as a family its so important.
Advice for stuff I wish I'd known before I had my daughter. Whether you are nursing or pumping or bottle feeding or a combo get a rolling cart. Just a small one. Keep all your supplies on it. Keep a bottle of water, keep a snack. Keep wipes etc. This is great to have ready just in case of c-section as well. This is going to sound weird but with nursing and pumping wash up after even if it's just a washcloth someone can bring you and then dry yourself. Thrush is no joke. It is a kind of pain that will make you cry. Look at pictures of your baby while you pump, it helps 😊 Take care of your back after birth. With carrying baby during pregnancy, labor pressure, then carrying baby after its punishment on your spine. If you want to nurse and have trouble find a nursing group. Find a lactation specialist. There are ways to help. Lean on support. Those ladies and nurses legitimately saved my life. Do not hesitate to talk to psych services. If you feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, angry. It is normal and doctors can help! It's OK to complain btw. It's OK to grow in love with your little one. You are just getting to know each other in this world! You don't love your squishy baby any less. The first 3 months is super ultra exhausting. You can do it. Ask for help if you need it. ❤️
Definitely take care of that mental health! If you don’t take care of yourself you can’t take care of a little human being. I’m suffering from PPD and I swear medications made me do a complete 360. Take care of yourself ladies.
@@hayleefitzsimmons1396 ❤️ Hugs! I beat myself up over so much until I got help for PPD. It was definitely like opening up curtains and letting in the light!
@@vauxite I swear! I see a little more sunshine each and every day! Now I am completely obsessed with my son because I am able to bond with him now haha
Haha I was genuinely fascinated by the escalator before Tom was like 'ugh 30 years old so boring!' it's interesting I swear! I'm so excited for you both to meet your baby!
Lol me too! I literally paused the video to check if anyone else was going to say something. It looks like the escalator in the movie Chungking Express (1994) which is set in Hong Kong.
i also thought it was cool and wanted to comment haha! i didn't already know about it and don't live anywhere near that kind of city so it was really cool to see! i'm honestly always so amazed at the things some people find normal and boring since where i live there is almost never anything remotely close to as interesting as these things haha!
I couldn’t imagine checking up on trends and picking my outfits accordingly. That definitely has to be the model/fashion lover in you. Me: browses any clothing shop, hey I like that! Adds to cart. End of thought process lol.
Feeling and questioning whether you are ready to be a mother is totally normal, everyone questions it because it can be very scary. But from the point of view from your viewers, you are ready, you are meant to be a mother, and will be a fantastic one. The love you and Tom have for this baby and how hard you fought to have this life shows how ready you are. Remember that no parent is ever ready to be a parent till they become parents. It’s a part of life that you can never truly be prepared for, it’s a whole new human, you don’t know how they will be or the challenges you will face. All you can do is love your child and be there with you husband to teach them what you know and learn from them. If anyone deserves to be a mother it’s you. You’ve got this so don’t doubt yourself!
Honestly, sometimes it’s the name that reveals itself. My husband was supposed to be a George, but his father took one look and said “ that’s definitely a David “ and I couldn’t imagine him being anything else 🥰
I'm the third of thee kids and the only unplanned one so our parents had no baby name ideas anymore. They just let my older siblings decide and my brothers pick was chosen. He wasn't even 6 yet. So asking other people for some ideas is also an option. Only if those people aren't the type that then demands you choose their name.
I was going to be Hillary but my dad hated it. He asked me what I should be named and my responding cry sounded like the name "Anne" so that's what i was called 🤣.
My parents had chosen the name Zachary Nathaniel for my little brother prior to his birth, but five-year-old me met him for the first time and said, "Nope, that's backwards." He wasn't a Zach, he was and is a Nathan, and he's always said that I made the right call.
Loewe is a really interesting choice. In German oe became ö so that he would be called Löwe what means lion (also can spell it with oe when you do a crossword). Wishing you and your lovely family all the best no matter the name ^^
@@melz6625hiking shoes afaik, probably bags/backpacks too. isn't a home improvement chain in the US called something similar as well? lowe's? i like it as a first name too, though!
My ond advice. Is to meal prep. You will be so exhausted and tired that it would be good to have pre-made meals that you just have to warm up. I didn't do it and it was a huge mistake if I ever have another kid I'm definitely going to meal prep
I've done it with my first two kids and it was a life saver. Now I'm 4 months and 1 week along with my third and I need to start planning for freezing meals again soon. Very good advice!
"My poor doctor" 😂 Props to your doctor for responding to you. Props to you as well or never hesitating to ask. Better to be safe than sorry. You got this, mama!
Taylor! My boyfriend introduced me to wax earplugs, they block out all the noise and are super great to sleep and nap with as opposed to sound cancelling headphones. May be worth picking some up!Amazing video as always!
I have those, too. Before I used to think it's like something old people would use but they are really comfy (once the wax has become warm) and do block a lot of noise.
I'm not into colorful outfits so everytime you starting creating a look i think "thats not gonna work" and then you finish it and prove me wrong... that's some fashion sense I could never have. And Tom, I didn't know about the escalator!!!
I remember reading this funny quote or something where if you don’t know which name is right for your baby, you choose by shouting it out and seeing which one feels the best to shout out (maybe imagine you’re in a scenario where your child is far and you have to say something,) so maybe doing that will help with choosing the name!
Tom's sound when seeing the baby moving I think was the most emotional experience so far for me thru your videos because you get a grasp about how excited and anxious he is to see the baby. I bet he won't be upset if he came early. Can't wait to see your baby content in the future.
Every time I hear about the hip pain during pregnancy I'm more sure and highly agree with my doctors that I should never get pregnant because I already have hip issues and apparently pregnancy could make it worse to the point of me not being able to walk at all anymore. Good thing that I don't want kids anymore. Good luck to anyone currently pregnant or who plans to get pregnant soon.
Oh my god talking about names is hitting me! I’ve been following you since 50k and my god can I just say how proud I am of you both Taylor! Who would have thought that little Lolita baby would have her own 😍🥰
I’ve had three babies, naming our third was so hard. My daughter was easy and my son was easy but our third baby was hard to find a name for. I just couldn’t settle on a name for him. Until my husband came to me and found a name that literally combined all of our kids name together and the moment he said the name my heart fluttered agate how I knew it was the perfect name. Sometimes you just know it’s meant to be!
Hello from Kazakhstan, when my sister was pregnant i searched few months to choose the name that we'd like, we believe that the name determines the destiny( Scythian culture, names matter you need to like what it means, depends on the name what character the child will have) Loewe is good name take care of yourself, you're incredible mom don't worry too much 🥰
Swaddleme's, they are the most amazing thing for newborns and a nursing pillow that clips around your waste. Those two things SAVED me when I had my son.
Not really a fan of kids but whenever I see a couple on a pregnancy journey it makes me happy and tear up a little because of how they’ve been trying so so hard and they’ve finally accomplished their goals.I hope things go well for you Taylor! Sending you all my love and prayers 💕
I had loads of names picked out , but found when I saw my child for the first time none of them fit .....don't put too much pressure on yourself to pick a name pre birth ....meet your son first you'll soon know who he is 🥰
11:00 Although I am in no way new, I love seeing such spots in hong kong, I wanted to visit for years but waited until graduation, then the student protests happened and then the pandemic so currently waiting for the situation to settle down so I can visit all such spots! I love love LOVE it when you describe things around HK, please continue to do so, and also, I don't mind listening to elbow-san grumbing about it - he's already such an asian dad... 😂😂 cheers from dubai!💕
You’ll know your baby’s name when you see him:) we had a top contender name and some backups, but knew she was a little Olive when we saw her and the other names didn’t seem to fit her at all!
Your spring shopping was very smart. A lot of those pieces will last for years, easily paired with other things. The yellow pants with the blue top were killer! Happy Taylor Tuesday!!
It’s weird they don’t want you to have “the stress of renovations” but having to uproot your life and move to a new apartment for a month or two at the end of your pregnancy isn’t stressful at all! (Note the sarcasm)
I moved house when I was 7 months pregnant and then moved house again with a 4 month old. Trust me, so much easier to move than to get closed off from a part of your apartment.
She was just guessing that was the reason because she didn't know what it was. It could be something else entirely and when it comes to superstitions and Feng Shui it probably is
Im going to guess that it was more leaning towards chemicals and airborne particles that could be harmful when inhale. In the past things weren't made with that (lead paper walls, ect)
Also the rule that you're not allowed to renovate until your 7 months pregnant, its crazy! There's a chance the baby is gonna be born early but she doesn't even have ANY baby stuff yet because she can't even get into her house. I would be soo stressed out right now and not care about that superstition at all
Yeah I would never be able to start renovations so late or accept not going in my own house to see the progress 😅 I have way too much anxiety to deal with all that
Watching this while my 15 month old naps on me 💖. It’s so easy to get caught up in all things a baby needs but realistically, they just need you. And probably some nappies, sleep suits, bottles and sterilser (if bottle feeding), and a next to me crib. Mummy must haves are definitely nipple cream, breast pads, a long phone charger, a snack caddy, and meals all pre-prepared. You totally got this 💖
Tay, I was just going to tell you from personal experience... in regards to the stress of buying stuff before the baby gets here so you feel more prepared.. All the baby will need is you lol. Maybe some formula and bottles, diapers, wipes, blankets, pacifier, and that's literally it. I know as a first time mom you must be feeling so overwhelmed with all the choices of cribs, clothes, toys, etc. In native american culture, we don't have baby showers because it's not recommended for people to celebrate someone before they are out of the womb and can breathe on their own. I know there are a lot of different baby/pregnancy traditions all over the world, and I enjoy learning about Chinese ones! So tell Tom thank you! But being native, the stress of knowing what crib to buy, the clothes, toys, room decor, didn't apply to me lol. It was freaking awesome and took a lot of pressure off. During that first month, seriously all the baby needs is Mom and diapers lol. Please don't stress yourself out too much!
This is excellent advice, thanks so much! I'm just 2 weeks behind Tay, and this helped me feel a bit more relaxed :) I didn't have a baby shower either, I didn't feel comfortable with the idea of inviting people just for presents.
@@cinnamonbed seriously, it's stressful enough just bringing a child into the world! Don't panic buy anything. Once baby is here, if you need something then buy it. Some of my non native friends have spent crazy amounts of money on things they never once used! Just try to relax and enjoy some quiet time before baby gets here. You'll be fine 🙂
I'm sure you will decide on a fitting name for 👶🏻! I'm currently 36 weeks (35+6) and we have decided to name our boy Erik Zhiwen(志文). We let my husband's grandparents decide the middlename 志文☺️
Taylor....get a mobi wrap! They are the most comfortable and portable baby-wearing wrap. Mine was so incredibly helpful. They are easy to tie and very secure. The name brand items can be a bit warm in the summer but if one were so inclined they could easily make more breathable wraps in different fabrics. Best of luck to you.
Wow didn't expect you to upload this so close to the last one! Love these video's so much, with the due date getting closer and closer!! Wish you all the health, love and luck with a pleasant delivery ♡ curious about the names you're considering!
I’m 4 months pregnant and also thinking that very soon in 5 months I’ll be a mom too! I’m super excited but still blows my mind to think a little human is growing inside my belly 😄🥰❤️
My sons name is “lowen” which is similar to two names you mention, its not a popular name at all (I’m from uk) but it doesn’t sound very unusual either 🥰 Deffo pack yours and babies hospital bag (if you haven’t already) xx
Woke up sick today, defiantly needed some Taylor vlog in my life! I can’t wait for your son to come and complete the family, i wonder if he is going to be early. I know more people who were early rather than actually on their due day
You need a white noise machine, I use it for my baby but you can also use it. Rest is what is best for yoir body especially now at the end, when you take your naps.
The fashion selection was so beautiful, I really loved the pink skirt/grey sweater outfit and the orange dress with the cardigan…beautiful pieces and the colors suit you so well. Currently in my second trimester, and we decided on the name very early actually… I feel like you know when it’s the right name, you feel a connection to it, it speaks to you… maybe you haven’t find the right one yet, that’s why you’re unsure…. Or you just need to trust your instincts. I’m sure you’ll find the perfect name for you little one! I can’t wait to know the names! Very excited for nursery and baby shopping content as it’s on my agenda
Taylor, don't worry about feeling like you're not prepared. You can prepare and prepare and even then, you will not really be prepared. Kids and life are so unpredictable and you really have to just learn as you go. Prepare as much as you can but just don't beat yourself up about it or worry about it.
Normally I have advice, after having two kids, but you got this Taylor! That little boy is going to be so very cute! Most moms think their first will come early, they usually don't. Names are so hard! It will come to you! Rosie makes my day every video. 💓
I just have to say Tom is so cool - he's being so patient and attentive, good sense of humour, and I love his wisdom about names. P.S. Love that you guys have Messina now too!!
Taylor, you guys convinced me to buy a pregnancy pillow (I'm childfree, but have a condition that causes chronic joint pain), because you made it look so comfortable, and...THANK YOU. Where has this gift of the gods been all my life?
I bought a *7000 baby names* book. The wife and I spent 4 hours going through all the names. And in *typical female fashion* She went right back to the sodding beginning and chose *Amber* . Which was my first choice 4 hours ago before we even opened the book... AAArrrggghhh !!!
My pregnancy was really rough (so much nausea) but the movements were so amazing. Watching your little one wriggle away has given me all the feels! Nobody is ever ready for their first baby. It’s completely life changing, but you’ll rise to the challenge I promise. My little girl is 7 months now and I’m still learning!
Your husband making the “ooo ooo OOOO” sound when the baby moves is so funny and it’s exactly how I felt every time my baby moved around like that. 😂 So surreal isn’t it? 😁
I’ve been collecting a list of names I like the sound of ever since I was a kid. Which is quite funny as I age and question why I ever thought some of them would be good 😆
If I may, as a Nanny, for your new baby shopping list: All the diapers. Unscented bum wipes. Diaper Genie (or doggy poop bags for the poopy diapers - keeps everything contained, trust me you don't want a poopy explosion in the garbage can lol) Bum cream (the first poops and pees for baby will irritate their sensitive skin) Don't use the powder as it causes cancer (why it's still being sold idk) Nipple cream if you're going to breastfeed. Various sizes of bottle nipples - each baby is different on what works best. Baby monitors. All the onesies. Receiving blankets. Be prepared for poop and pee spills, do over pack when traveling or even going to the grocery store. 💯🖤
I just had my boy 6 weeks ago. I had a similar experience as yours before where I couldn't feel my baby movement, so my husband took me to hospital, since I was already near 39 week pregnant, hospital has to kept me in and I have to induced the baby, it was long, worrying and painful. but regardless, the moment you hear your baby cry and hold him your arms, nothing matters at all. Good luck, hope you have a smooth delivery and can't wait to see your healthy baby! Cheers
Taylor, I have thought for years what a wonderful mother you will be. The way you put those loving extra touches into meals, snacks, and holiday decorations are such a mom thing. Even if the room isn’t ready, you and Tom will manage and be proud of how you did. 😘
I was one of the people on Instagram who suggested a "T" name as well! I love the flow of it! Here are a few of my favorite boy T name contenders to think about! (Although Tate is amazing as well!) -Theo (my personal favorite!) -Tripp -Tristan If no on the T then I think these three are great options! -Arlo -Liam -Leo
I have been watching your videos for several years. Normally, I do not comment but I am just so thrilled and happy for you two. Thank you for taking us on this journey of your pregnancy. I have recommended your pregnancy journey to two of my friends who are experiencing a hard time getting pregnant. Your videos have provided so much educational and real life experience for women. I can imagine it can be hard being this vulnerable with so many people, but wanted to let you know sharing your story is going to help so many. I know personally you have brought comfort to two people. You are such an awesome person and so excited for your family!
I remember when I was pregnant, the babies would push their foot or knee or hand or something up in my rib cage. And it was so uncomfortable. I'd have to gently push on that area and they would move it out if my ribs. Lol it is the strangest feeling!
I'm 30 weeks 2 days with my first, been following since early pregnancy. My husband is also chinese, but from Shanghai. You're videos help me so much. Just knowing I'm not the only person going through the discomfort of the third trimester makes me feel just a bit better! Love watching your vlogs, you are awesome!
It is crazy that a human is in there! I'm tripping out You are going to be an awesome mom. You have natural instincts. Just breath and be in the moment. You are doing the most important job ever Try not to listen to all the voices on the internet
I love watching Tom interact with your belly, it's so cool! I think I'm only a week or two ahead of you in my pregnancy (also a boy) so close to meeting your little man mama!!
Hi, I don’t know if someone said this. Your first pregnancy will feel really easy. When you have another. You will feel pain faster. You will go through it knowing what to expect. That’s why it’s more painful. But I’m so happy for you. I have two children. Both boys. All natural birth. Going through labor for 6 hours for my first one. 3 hours for my second one. I think it was fast with second baby because I kept breathing the right way. First one, I had every one there and I got to go in a tub(2015). I know it will be hard. But, you and your husband got this!!!! Love you both from anchorage Alaska!💜
After three babies! It still amazes me how we can grow a human in our bodies it just blows my mind! Loved seeing him move round it’s so special and such a connection and surreal feeling! Loved the vlog tay xxxx
Tom is so wise and is totally correct on names. Whatever the baby’s name will be will become perfect. The child is the name and the name is the child as in your hearts they become one. Y’all will be amazing parents. Bless all 4 of y’all (that includes Miss Rosie) ❤️
Hearing you talk about the anxiety behind whether or not you'll be a good mom really struck a chord with me, and one thing that really resonated after having my son (who is 3 now) is that being a mom is a lifetime gig and there is no expectation to get it "right" (especially at day 1). The fact that you are already worrying about this, that you have taken so much care and love and thought for your baby--you are exactly the perfect mom for your son RIGHT AT THIS MOMENT. Babies change so rapidly, you are going to change with them, and doing what you think is right at the moment for your baby is what matters most. You got this, and even when you may not think you got this (which from my parenting experience is literally every day), you got this.
Tom being shook by the baby moving has me dying lmaoooo (I'm editing my comment as I watch) Also all I'm gonna say is pregnancy is special, don't feel selfish for taking time for yourself and enjoying the experience. You struggled to get here, so you don't need to put yourself under any more stress. As far as names go, have you considered anything in relation to the fact that he'll be born in the year of the tiger? I think the right name will come to you when you've met your little one, though.
I gave this advice to a friend who also had to go with IVF to conceive. She was questioning her ability to be a good mom. I told her, "Just love her and everything else will flow from that." Your love for him will want to see him safe, happy, learning, and growing. Love also means being patient with him when he's keeping you up all night - and also being patient with yourself. This is a first-time experience for you and no one expects you to have all the answers. It's so nice to see your little son growing and responding to your touches and sounds. Good luck with the move back home!
When the baby is born, you’ll have a feeling if the name matches them or not. How about Tyler (Ty for short) or I actually like Thomas aka Tom Jr., and Tommy would be such a cute little boys nickname.
I'm not a new subscriber, I've been following you for YEARS now and I still love it when you show us around! 💕 Thank you Taylor for never changing! ❤️🥰
I have to tell you, using the name Cohen is deeply offensive to Jews. (Obviously I don’t speak for everyone and maybe some Jews don’t care, but I’m honestly not religious at all and I still really, really care about this. It’s a matter of tradition.) It’s a family name that means you’re a descendant of Aaron, the first priest of the Temple of old. It makes you a hereditary priest in the Jewish faith; that’s the only type of priest we have. Rabbis are just learned scholars. You can’t choose it. I really hope you go with something else.
I saw your last video when i was 38 weeks pregnant and now i already gave birth and i see you at the end of the pregnant road and i understand you so much! Waking to the unknown. Good luck and don't be afraid everything will be fine❤
The same finding drove me crazy 😅 I went through thousands I'm so fussy. My partner "didn't care" about the name but then when I told him names I liked he was like "no I don't like it".. Luckily we both had 1 name in both our heads and we didn't talk about it until halfway through. So that's the one :) and it felt right, no hesitation.
At a time when I was also questioning whether I would be a good mom (years and years before I became pregnant), a gf of mine - who patiently listened as I unleashed my rant of self doubt - told me very simply afterwards that by virtue of questioning this - I was already going to be a good mom. This comforted me greatly. It is without a doubt that you and Tom will be excellent parents. You have both been waiting and so dedicated to growing your family - you loved your little one long before he came into your lives. You guys will be do great.
