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!
Sonya says
Congratulations! He is such a cutie!! :)
Nat says
Massive congratulations on your growing family. Happy to hear everything was less traumatic for you too. Enjoy this special time with Teddy.
Sara says
What a precious baby! Congrats!
Karen says
Congrats on your newest little bundle of perfection and joy! I can’t wait to start seeing side by side photos of Teddy and Clara!
Kelly says
CONGRATULATIONS Petersik clan on baby Teddy’s safe arrival! We are currently on vacation down in Williamsburg & have been thinking about your expanding brood.. hoping all has been going well!
Danielle says
Congratulations to all!! Thankful to hear all the good news. :)
Jamie B says
What a perfectly handsome little man you folks created. Nice work! Welcome to the world, Teddy!
And, WHOA does Mama look beautiful! I looked drugged and exhausted after my c-section.
Congratulations to you all!
Susan says
Welcome Teddy! Congratulations to you all. Sherry, it’s great news that everything went smoothly and that you and Teddy are hale and happy. Best wishes!
Tracey says
Hooray! I’ve been praying for you all for the last few days. Sherry, I’m SO glad this delivery went smoothly for you and both of you are healthy – God answered my prayers! Bless you all and congratulations on a beautiful addition to your family!
Jamie J says
Congratulations YHL on the arrival of your new baby boy! Best wishes on building many happy new memories together as a family of five!
Sandie says
*C*o*n*g*r*a*t*u*l*a*t*i*o*n*s* welcome to the world Teddy. He’s gorgeous!
Cathy G says
Congratulations on your newest blessing!
Katy B. says
Congratulations! He’s adorable. So glad all went well. Wishing all of you
much happiness today and always. :)
Megan says
CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!! Soooooo happy for you guys. Enjoy these precious times. :-)
Kari says
Beautiful.
I’m torn between offering my whole-hearted congratulations and being (as of now) the 1,353rd comment that you will have to pore through, or refraining so that you have that much more time for sleeping/feeding/bonding/diapering.
Obviously, I opted for the former. Welcome to the world, Teddy!
Dezreen says
Whoop, whoop!! Big congrats to your entire family.
Kris says
Congrats John and Sherry! Teddy is precious!
Sishya says
Congratulations to the whole family:)
Sona Jacob says
Congratulations, guys!! I saw the first photograph and said, “Wow! He looks so much like John!” Great to know that you had a smooth delivery!
Stacey says
Sherry & John
oh…..wait!!!!…Burger and Clara too!!!!
I want you and your beautiful family to know that I was searching the internet 5 years or so ago and your blog came up. I have been a young house love nut ever since! I am on your blog everyday loving all your DIY tips, your book and love how you include your family! BUT…..I’ve never made a reply or post until today (I’m shy.). Like others I was checking all day to see about your new arrival and here he is in all his beautiful happy glory so I figured its time for me to post!
Welcome to the world Teddy! You are entering the sweetest family!
Thank you Sherry & John for sharing and everything you do!!
~Stacey~
Rachelle says
So so happy for you! He looks so squishy (think despicable me) and sweet in the best newborn baby way possible! As much as i’ll miss your posts take some time to rest up! Looking forward to sharing in your adventures :) p.s. can’t wait to hear more of Clara’s thoughts on being a big sister
Kate says
Congratulations! He’s precious! I’m so glad everything went well. I was the exact same weight/length at birth. :)
Steph says
Congratulations! He’s just gorgeous :) Now please take some much needed time off and when you do come back, take it nice and easy, we won’t mind!
Syl says
Congratulations to all of you! A long, happy and healthy life to Teddy! Welcome to the world, little man :-)
brooke says
congrats to your family! my first thought when I saw him was that he looks like a miniature john! such an adorable family.
Christine says
Hey guys! Congratulations from a long long time reader! Having a perfect delivery after a high risk one must be such a huge relief. And, not for nothing, but having been through most of our DIY stuff a long time ago, I can say that I keep reading your blog for the wonderful mix of personal and professional stuff. Let the snarky comments go – you don’t have defend or explain. We get it and those who haven’t anything better to do than snark and spew don’t deserve a reply. Go love your babies and keep posting all and everything. Especially Burger stuff – love that dog!!
Anele @ Success Along the Weighn says
I’m sure little Teddy is very grateful he will no longer go by Barnacle.
Congrats to you all, he’s adorable!
Sheri says
Thrilled for all of you! Congratulations!
Andrea says
Congratulations!!!!!! So excited and happy for all of you!
Catherine says
Congratulations :)
Eileen says
Congratulations to you and the entire family. Such sweet photos. I just got your book today and I am feeling inspired.
Rebecca says
The photos are beautiful! Thanks for sharing your lives with us in such a sweet open way. I’m touched by Teddy’s entry into this world and know he will be loved and treasured in your family. Congratulations!
Mindy says
Congratulations! May you enjoy a long and healthy life with him.
Josh R says
Aww! He’s perfect! Congrats!!! So happy for you guys!!
Rachel says
He’s dreamy!!! Congrats to all of you
Lauren @ Faith and Macaroni says
I’m so glad that he’s here and everyone is safe! Congrats on a beautiful little boy and your expanding family.
Jenn says
Two c sections and 3 babies later — the best c section club advice was: take your pain meds, rest, and do NOT do too much physically! Let your body rest, and enjoy the legit reason! Take the pain meds, and enjoy all the baby love. What a precious time! Isn’t it crazy how big Clara looks now? How does that happen?!
Mel says
HE’S ADORABLE!!! Now I’m having baby yearnings.
Christy says
Yayyy!!! So happy for you all, what a wonderful addition to an already incredible family. The pictures are priceless. Take a break and enjoy your new little one!!!
Deena says
I could be wrong but that dude looks just like dad? How cute, glad it all went smooth.
Kim says
That was my first thought, too!
Tara @ Sock Monkey Smiles says
CONGRATULATIONS! You now have the same makeup as my little family – older daughter/younger son and a doggie. Our family is 16 years older though (daughter in college, son in high school, etc). All stages are wonderful. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!!!
Deneen@dreaming-n-color says
So happy for you all. Precious! Love his name.blessings,Deneen
Hope says
I love his name! He looks adorable and I’m so happy the delivery went well!
Ashley says
He is exquisite. Sherry, beautiful as always. So happy for some of my favorite people! Sending lots of love and well wishes your way! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Gina says
I cannot believe how flat out rude people can be! This is such a special, new experience for you all. Congratulations, all the pictures are just beautiful.
susan says
ALL THAT HAIR and so lovely. THANK YOU for sharing you family pictures. Congratulations.
Kim says
Hooray for safe deliveries, exceptional names, loving sisters, and glorious heads of hair! Well done, Petersiks!!
Anne says
Congratulations on your beautiful boy. So happy with you that he arrived safely!
BTW, please don’t ever stop sharing your family on your main blog. The mix you have now is perfect. If I wanted a “that’s the facts” approach to DIY, there are plenty of other places I could look for that. Your blog is personal and special. DIY is sometimes daunting. Because you come across as real people, it gives me courage to keep trying new things around my house. Thank you!
bethany says
tears here! So happy for you. My Teddy (Edward) just had his 6 mo’s pics today. It was fun to be pregnant at the same time with boys with you, Sherry! Rest up lil momma and dada (and clara and burger!) xoxoxo!!!!
Jenny says
congratulation!!! He’s adorable ! I think he looks alot like John :)