We’re thrilled to introduce the newest member of our family, baby Teddy!
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.
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.
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.
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:
Look at all that hair!
Annie T says
Another beautiful DIY project! Teddy is stunning! Congratulations and much love!
xo
Annie
Kate in New Zealand says
Congratulations! So relieved it went well for you guys. A lovely name too! xo
Amanda says
Congratulations Petersik family and Happy Birthday baby Teddy! Love the name!!
Laura says
Congratulations and best wishes!
Katie B. says
Congratulations! So glad everything went well and thanks for sharing here. It’s funny how we get invested in the lives of bloggers we follow and admire, and I was definitely looking forward to seeing this announcement!
mp says
SO HAPPY FOR YOU! The posse sends its heartiest congrats and promises Burger, their brother from another mother, that he’ll love Teddy as much as he adores Clara.
Kim says
CONGRATULATIONS!!! I’m so happy for you guys and am relieved to hear everything went well. Sherry this may sound odd but I re-read Clara’s birth story yesterday and it hurt my heart to once again read about your fears for your next pregnancy/delivery. I was thinking about you all day and sending good vibes your way! I can only imagine that those fears were simmering in the back of your mind, and I think you’re a total super woman for going through all this :) Congratulations again, and welcome to the world baby Barnacle- I mean Teddy!
Sherry F says
CONGRATULATIONS! Sherry, I too had a rough time with my first delivery (emergency c-section) and I know the fear and anxiety that goes with doing it the second time around. I am so thrilled everything went smoothly for you and your beautiful baby boy is here safe and sound. You all are such a beautiful family. Enjoy this special time. All the best to you all!
Melanie says
Sweet baby!!! So cute! Congratulations!
Susan Winters says
Such a wonderfully beautiful munchkin. Let the loving begin! Your photos made me tear up with joy. So happy for you all.
Mel says
Congratulations!
Kim S. says
Congratulations, what a cutie! Enjoy being a family of four (plus one).
Connie says
So glad he is in your arms and everyone is fine.
Sabrina says
My 11 week old Theodore Lee (Theo), sends your Teddy a hello!! So glad you’re all healthy & happy!!
Andrea B says
Congratulations! What a beautiful boy! I’m counting down the days to my little girl’s arrival – 14 days. So happy to hear everything was smooth sailing. =)
Mrs. A says
Hooray! I love the name Teddy!
One of my son’s favorite poems with from Shel Silverstein has a character named Teddy:
Teddy said it was a hat,
So I put it on.
Now dad is saying,
“where the heck’s the toilet plunger gone?”
The picture makes my 6 year old laugh hysterically every time!
Mrs. A says
Oops, hope it’s not too early for rambunctious little boy humor. They tend to have a way of getting into everything. :)
Brenna says
Congratulations, Petersiks! Your family is beautiful and I’m so glad you’re all doing well and feeling good! Bless you all!
xoxo, Brenna
Kathy says
He is Beautiful!! Congratulations to the entir family (including Burger) LOVE the name.
Sara says
He’s darling! Enjoy that boy & Big sister. Congrats guys.
Annelies says
Congratulations! Thanks for sharing this with us. He looks just like John. Beautiful baby boy! Enjoy your family! And no problem of your don’t want to blog next week since I’m on holiday. But honestly you deserve a break.
AnnaP says
Congratulations to all of you!! He’s so cute and love seeing Clara doting on him already. So glad it all went well for you all. Wishing you all the best with your newest addition!
Susan says
Oh, congratulations! I’m so happy for you all. Enjoy the newborn days. And I’m glad for your sakes that you’re planning a slower schedule for a little while. We’ll still be here.
Cara says
Congrats! I’ve got a Theodore as well. We call him Teddy. Best name in the world. Beautiful meaning and it can grow with him as he ages.
Amber says
What a sweet little bundle! So happy for your family!
Taylor says
I refreshed all morning waiting for a post! He is adorable and oh so loved by those who know him (and all of us out here who feel like we do!)
P.S. What is up with the haters in the comments today??? Obviously, they are not regular readers… #youcantsitwithus
Taylor says
^^^Mean girls reference
Erica says
Congratulations to the five of you! He’s adorable and looks so much like John!
Tessa says
Aww Teddy. My paternal grandfather was also a Ted/dy (but short for Timothy), and he passed away last week. Now your new ‘lil bundle will have a place in my heart beside him :) Thanks for sharing him with us!
Julie says
Hurray! So happy for your family. Many blessings to you all. Teddy is adorable- in pictures and name.
Sapphira says
Such a beautiful baby boy! I love the name you chose. I’m so happy everything went off without a hitch. Baby Teddy is lucky to have such a wonderful and loving family! I think I speak for all the readers when I say we are totally on board with you taking your time getting back to the blog and with whatever post-Teddy-blogging-pace is right for your family. We’ll always be here! BIG congratulations!
P.S. Sherry you look beautiful!
Sapphira says
P.P.S. I’ve just been browsing through the comments while I wait for my boyfriend to edit photos so we can go out (#lifeofaphotographersgirlfriend) and I must say, I really admire how much grace and tact you (John and Sherry) are constantly demonstrating, particularly in response to comments that might be written in a not-so-tactful way. It’s a quality I’m always striving to improve on, and you two are great models of it! Keep on keepin’ on! <3
Pam says
Yay! Congratulations–so happy for you!
Kathy says
Eternal blessings!
Kate says
Congrats!
Welcome to the world baby Teddy! =)
Sally says
Congrats! Glad everyone is doing well. And what a great name!
Sally says
BTW, J&S, I see there are some snarks, which makes me sad.
I wanted to say that I read your blog totally for the DIY – I don’t have kids and don’t plan to. But I always enjoy your family posts. The thing I love about your blog is that it’s about your family and your lives, not just about DIY…which is what makes it different from other sites and why its my favorite.
In fact, I am amazed and grateful that you’re willing to let us reader in on some aspects of your personal lives. Especially since I don’t have kids, it makes me happy to see pictures of your kids and here the Clara stories.
So, don’t change! And really, spend the next week not thinking about us, your readers. :)
Jenifer says
Beautiful! I’m so glad that everything went so well. I was checking in throughout the day, and I’m so happy to read this announcements! Congratulations to you all.
Karen says
Such a cutie! Congratulations to all of you, and so glad to hear he came into the world without drama. :-)
Helene says
Congrats!! Love the name.
Staci says
So happy to hear that he has arrived and everyone is safe and happy!! His hair is soooo cute and just gorgeous!!! Enjoy your time as a family of 5!!
Ashley says
Welcome to the world Teddy!
Simone says
Congratulations! So glad you’re all safe and well.
Jess @ Crunchy Hot Mama says
CONGRATS YOU TWO!!! Welcome to your crazy diy family, Teddy :) SO glad everything went well and baby boy is finally in your arms! Get some rest and enjoy this time as a family of 4 (5)…I know Clara is going to be an awesome big sis ;)
Love the photos of your beautiful family!
Jess @ Crunchy Hot Mama says
PS-My uncle passed away the same day Teddy was born. I know he’s in a better place now and that sometimes out of sadness comes joy :)
Jasmin M says
Congratulations you guys! So happy your getting to experience this miracle without drama! Enjoy this special time.
Megan says
He’s so sweet!! He looks just like John! Enjoy your weekend and be sure to smell his sweet little head a lot. Mmmm…nothing better then fresh, new baby.
Stella says
Congratulations to all of you! I was wondering what name you’ll choose and it fits him perfectly, he’s so adorable! Lots of positive thoughts for all of you! :)
Casey {The Maine Mrs.} says
Congratulations! Teddy is absolutely precious. Glad to hear you are both doing well.
Carmela says
Congratulations! Teddy is already a hottie this early :)
Katie Howard says
I am one of the eager refreshers! (oh and sometimes I hit refresh and happily click on ads just to support) Thank you for choosing to share your sweet, sweet news with all of us! So happy for your family that this time went much smoother.
Sometimes I feel the people who somehow seem offended by this post have bitterness in their heart due to their own painful baby journey. My wish for those people is that they can learn to understand that we should lift up and encourage one another. Bringing life into the world is a miracle and it’s not like you and John had a cake walk the first time. HOORAY for wanting to CELEBRATE this most happy occasion!!!!!
Valerie says
Congratulations! He is beautiful! So happy to hear your delivery went smoothly!:)
lindsay says
So glad to read this wonderful news, and so grateful that everything went well bringing little Teddy into your sweet family. All the best, every day.