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!
kristy says
A la Mary Poppins, he’s practically perfect in every way :)
Effie says
Congratulations! Love the name!
Sheena Schleicher says
You guys are amazing! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful news with all of us. Enjoy this precious time & be blessed! :)
Barbara says
Congratulations and welcome, Teddy! I love your name even if I was partial to Barnacles. You have outstanding parents,a wonderful sister and a great dog. You sure picked your family well!
Laura says
Congratulations!! He’s adorable!
Charlotte says
Congratulations! He looks so much like John to me. I love his name. I have a little boy named Sterling who is almost 5 months old now, so I’m excited to see your little boy grow up around the same time.
Larissa Veloso says
Congratulations!
I was worried, witch is strange, since I don’t know you in person and live in a completely different country, haha
My best of all best wishes to the bun, the bean, burger, mom and dad.
Karen White says
What a little sweetheart. Congratulations!
Ashley says
CONGRATULATIONS!! i love love LOVE that name! It reminds me so much of Little Women, I always adored the nickname Teddy. how perfect he is–I cannot wait to watch him grow up alongside his precious sister! Too sad it’ll be next monday, but girl you take all the time you need, soak up this beautiful beautiful period! and speaking of beautiful….you look wonderful, radiant. Congratulations, Petersiks!!
Jenny says
Congratulations to you, on a wonderful baby and an uneventful delivery!! And welcome Baby Teddy.
Janet says
Congratulations and God bless! So very happy that all went well for baby and mommy. I am sure it is a HUGE relief for all, maybe especially John! Enjoy those newborn snuggles and congratulations to the adorable big sister as well!
grace Nielsen says
HOORAY and CONGRATULATIONS!! Welcome to the World little Teddy! We are so glad you’ve come!! So delighted to hear that all went smoothly ~ and he is SO adorable; thanks for sharing your happiness with your blogworld!
Rhiannon says
Congratulations! He’s adorable! :)
Victoria says
Congratulations!!
Teddy is a beautiful name. Love you you took family names to honour the little guy. Hope you are all enjoying this special time. Take lots of pics cause it does go by very very fast!!
ps. love your blog!
Susan says
Aww… Congrats to all!
Welcome Teddy :)
PS-I have an Uncle Ted. Great name.
Anna says
Congrats! He is so precious! Enjoy you family time!
rachael says
Aww! Congratulations everyone! So happy everything is well. Take care.
celeste says
Just gorgeous! The twins adore their brother do the most adorable things to please him, can’t wait to hear about clara’s big sister moments, so cute!
Karen says
Congratulations! What a sweet addition!
Heather E. says
Congratulations! He is absolutely scrumptious and his name suits him to a “T”! ;) He definitely looks like a Teddy! Enjoy your new bundle of joy, can’t wait to see him grow up on the blog! Best wishes and congrats again!
Maddie says
YAY!!! Congratulations to the whole family!! So glad it was a calmer birth, very exciting, many blessings to you all!
Akiyo says
Congratulations!! <3 He's darling! So happy to hear that you're all doing well and wishing you a quick healing!
Amber says
He’s adorable! I’ve been anxiously awaitng a post and was beyond thrilled to see one today! You guys rock and Teddy is one lucky little boy to be born into such a amazing family!
Erin says
Well if he doesn’t look completely like daddy, color me purple. Congrats to you all!
Katie says
What a beautiful boy! And a beautiful name! Congrats. I’m so happy for you all!!!
Tammy says
PERFECTION!!
so thrilled everything went so well for you all. Baby Teddy is delicious and such a snuggle bug!! sending you so many blessings…enjoy this sacred time xoxoxox
Tammy
Jocelyn says
Congrats! Happy Birthday, Teddy! Just one day before mine. Enjoy your newest blessing and member of your adorable family. (:
Rhiannon says
BABY TEDDY! Ah! And he sort of looks like John, wouldn’t you agree?
YoungHouseLove says
We think he looks a little like John and a lot like baby Clara! Except more hair and fuller cheeks.
xo
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Angie H says
So happy for you all! I’m glad it went smoothly and that all are healthy!
Sharon W. says
He is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations. God Bless – S.
Dianna says
Congrats to your family! My dad’s name is Ted, so I’m already a huge fan of little Teddy. Enjoy some much deserved time off. Maybe even take an extra week?! But that’s all we’ll give you. Lol.
Jillian says
YAY – Congrats to you both! Wishing you all the best. And WAY TO GO – can’t believe you guys are already blogging :) We appreciate your diligence!
Evie says
He is a Priceless Treasure. So happy for your family!
Ashley says
Congratulations! Your sweet family just got even sweeter. Enjoy every second – you’ll be amazed how quickly it slips away the second time around. God bless.
Linda Kirchner says
So glad all is well. I believe you should start gifting him tools for every birthday. I did that with our son and he isn’t afraid to tackle anthing!
Mary B says
congrats!!! Beautiful baby!!! Enjoy every minute!!!
Karli says
Congrats! Been checking all morning for an update. :) He’s so precious! I love the name Teddy.
Callie says
Congratulations! He’s brilliantly handsome.
Kathy says
Congratulations John and Sherry! Teddy is beautiful! Can’t wait to see more pics of him at home with Clara an Burger. Wishing your family lots of love!!
Chrissy says
Congratulations!!! He’s a cutie pie :)
Jacqueline says
So happy for you all – congratulations !
em says
I’m sort of embarassed about the fact that I’ve been worrying and checking all day- like we’re friends! Nevertheless, I’m not too embarassed to say I’m thrilled for you all and so relieved that it was went well. Heartfelt congratulations from a random stranger!
Karyn says
Congrats Petersiks!!! He’s perfect!
Skeeter says
Congratulations!! He’s so beautiful!
Ashley says
congratulations, he is gorgeous. I wish the very best for your family…
Erin says
Just overjoyed for you all! Love the awe in mama’s and dada’s eyes. I remember that feeling so vividly. Many wishes for a happy, healthy, quiet time for you in the coming weeks and months.
Christie N. says
Congratulations y’all!!! This brought tears to my eyes! xoxo
Becky B says
Congratulations to all of you, including Clara’s five other brothers!
Lindsay says
CONGRATULATIONS! Little Teddy is seriously the cutest. God bless you and your family.
Tedie says
awww! My name is Tedie too! :)