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He’s here!

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest member of our family, baby Teddy!

BabyBoy Colorful

On Wednesday, April 16th at 8:51 am, Theodore Freeman Petersik was born wielding a tiny drill weighing in at 8 lbs on the dot and measuring 19.5 inches long. We’re crazy in love with him, including Clara who just can’t stop kissing and snuggling “her baby.” Especially when he whimpers or coos, it becomes her personal mission to soothe him.

BabyBoy Grammy Clara

Teddy was named after my dad’s dad Theodore (who went by Teddy his entire life) and his middle name honors John’s maternal grandfather (Freeman is John’s middle name too). Teddy is already proving to be a little spitfire like his sister, although he came into the world a lot less dramatically, for which we’re eternally grateful. We’re both so relieved and overjoyed that he’s healthy and here in our arms.

BabyBoy With Daddy

Thank you all so much for the love, kind words, good vibes, prayers, and well-wishes that you’ve sent our way throughout this pregnancy. The c-section delivery went flawlessly and I’m feeling great, so it’s a nice contrast from my last rodeo. Our little family of five (Burger counts!) has never felt so blessed.

BabyBoy With Mommy

Speaking of Burger, we’ll be in the hospital through this weekend, so he has yet to meet his newest bestie/crumb provider (he’s at our house with the grandparents, being spoiled to no end), but we’re sure they’ll be fast friends. We hope to be back to blogging on Monday when we’re home, albeit on a slower schedule. Until then, we’ll leave you with this:

BabyBoy Hair

Look at all that hair!

Comments

    • Dalila says

      Hahaha, of course you have! And so funny that they just upgraded their site to add lots more ads, right in time for their new bundle of content! I bet they totally didn’t plan that at all! xoxo

    • YoungHouseLove says

      Not sure what you mean about adding ads (we used to have 30+ private sponsor ads and have downsized to 5 ads total on our site). It’s clear that if we wanted to monetize more we’d write sponsored posts and accept freebies, but we have policies against both of those things.

      -John

    • Colleen says

      Congratulations! And for the record I see four ads total on your page. I like the new layout – thanks for keeping it fresh!

    • Angel says

      Dalila –

      If J&S are really an evil corporation masquerading as a happy family with a cute new baby, what are you even doing here? Just spreading your rays of sunshine? LOL.

      Such a perfect baby guys! I have a boy and I will tell you, boys are the best! The absolute best!

    • Jill says

      Congratulations on your beautiful baby. What a precious miracle. I’ve checked on here often too because I was excited to see him.

      I’ve always heard that if you can’t say something good, then keep your mouth shut. Too bad a particular poster on here wasn’t taught that.

    • Grace says

      Congratulations!! Teddy is beautiful, and what a great name. How sad that “Dalila” has only negative comments. Must be a bleak existence if that’s what you think when you see a post about a new baby.

      John and Sherry, so happy for you and Clara. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for Sherry (and Teddy – getting born is hard work), good health for all, much joy and laughter, a baby who is a great sleeper, and another awesome breastfeeding experience (if that is one of your goals). Thanks for sharing your lives and home with us. Looking forward to hearing about life as a family of 5!

    • Chase says

      I won’t comment on how disrespectful the above comment is especially on this post, but all the same: this is their livelihood. They have a right to earn a living.

    • Joseph says

      Hey there Dalila,
      what’s it like to be so petty?
      I’m sure a thousand miles away
      you just sit there at the ready
      to be rude.
      The internet’d better without you.
      I swear it’s true.

      Sorry, I couldn’t resist. It’s still cool to do Plain White T’s parodies right?

      Anyway, congratulations! Look at that hair! Both of our babies were pretty much totally bald. Hope you guys are able to slow down and enjoy this time.

  19. Kelly says

    Congratulations! Love the name Teddy and glad everyone is feeling great. Uneventful births are wonderful! Enjoy your days as a family of 5!

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  21. Jennifer says

    Best post ever! Other than Clara’s birth announcement, of course. Your family is precious and I am so happy for you! Welcome to the world Teddy!

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  25. LaineyR says

    Amazing amazing amazing! What a gorgeous little boy. Congratulations to the whole family and well done Sherry. Can’t wait to see him debut in his beautiful nursery!

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  28. Jessica says

    CONGRATULATIONS to you all. You’re an adorable family, that just got more adorable-er, if that’s possible! I love your blog and am so happy for you all.

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  31. Kris Mays says

    Congratulations! He is beautiful!
    We are anxiously awaiting our own little gift any day,now. Baby #7 and a gender surprise. Can’t wait to hold our own package.
    Enjoy!

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  34. Lisa D. says

    Sherry, you look so beautiful au naturale. And LOVE the pic of Teddy and John – captures the moment of fatherhood part 2 perfectly. Thanks for sharing this piece of your life with us. Enjoy the next few days of blog-free family time!

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    • Lisa T says

      Thought I’d chime in with Lisa D. to say “ditto”. Sherry, you look so beautiful and radiant! I saw that gorgeous mommy and Teddy pic and wanted to tell you how refreshing it is to see a “famous” person like you all natural and glowy. I wouldn’t think less of you if you had been all done up with make up, but I think MORE of you that you didn’t get all gussied up for those pics. Does that make sense? Hope it doesn’t sound rude because that is in no way my intention.

      Congrats to all of you! Love the name and Teddy looks so sweet and at home with all of you!

  35. Megan says

    I’ve been checking here off and on all morning waiting for this post, so happy for you all, he is precious! Congratulations Petersik family!

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  36. Tressa says

    Congratulations on a beautiful new addition to your family. Thank you for sharing with those of us that have enjoyed being part of your journey. So glad all are healthy and happy and enjoying this time together.

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  43. Lisa says

    Congratulations and welcome Teddy! Enjoy the next few days of baby newness :) and finding your groove as a family of five! He is a beautiful boy. Love and snuggles and good sleep to you!

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  44. Summer says

    Congratulations, guys! He is absolutely beautiful and looks just like Clara did when she was little! Teddy is such a fantastic name :) wishing you guys the absolute best!

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  47. Julianne says

    Oh YAYAYAYAY! These pictures brought me to tears. Just thinking of the newborn skin that is softer than butter, and the happiness of a labor/delivery gone RIGHT…oh, congratulations!! He is a perfect doll.

    (And the name is absolutely fantastic!!)

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  49. Alise says

    Complete perfection! Welcome to the world, baby Teddy! Our hearts are overflowing for you!! Enjoy this amazing time. What joy!!! <3 <3 <3

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