We’re excited to announce that the Petersik family is under construction again. Yup, someone’s gonna be a big sister… and she’s pretty darn excited about it.
The proverbial bun in Sherry’s oven is scheduled to arrive in April, and we’re both elated to be growing.
(I’ll happily put on some sympathy weight – it’s the least I can do)
Burger, on the other hand, has no idea what’s going on. But he’s generally excited about life, so that’s nice.
Sherry’s first trimester wasn’t without a few trials (a fender bender that had us worried for a bit and some pretty intense morning all-day sickness for the lady-wife to name a few) but we’re so grateful that all signs point to a healthy little bun so far. Given Clara’s birth complications, this pregnancy falls in the high risk category (more on that here and here), but we were excited to reach the safe-to-share milestone so we could spill the happy news to friends and family this weekend (conveniently while Nonna was in town). And now we get to share it with you guys!
Since you’re a curious bunch, we figured we’d answer your questions in a follow-up post on Friday like we did the first time we told the interwebs we were having a kid. So ask away, and we’ll answer as much as we can at the end of the week. Until then, I’m gonna get back to working on the sunroom and Sherry’s going to do her darndest to keep her breakfast down, probably while painting something.
Kristin Blake says
So happy for your family!! Are you hoping for a boy this time or a little sister for Clara? Also looking back at a few pics of Sherry on the blog recently I just knew she was pregnant! I knew and figured it was a secret for the time being! I’m sure Katie Bower is ecstatic as well!
Amy says
Congrats!!
Did it take you long to conceive? I know that’s kind of personal, I’m just curious because it seems like everyone I know, myself included, it took a lot longer TTC #2.
Carmen says
YAY!! I’m so excited for you guys and I’ll be praying for a safe and happy pregnancy! Congratulations!
Sarah S says
Congrats to the Petersik foursome! I’ll be sending good vibes your way until your new family member arrives safely :-)
Maha says
Congrats! I am also due in April and just heard baby’s heartbeat for the first time yesterday. It’s always exciting to be out of the first trimester. Wishing you all the best!
Lisa says
Congratulations!!
Sabrina says
Congrats! I’ll eat a sympathy taco at lunch today in your honor.
YoungHouseLove says
Haha!
xo
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Coren says
You are blessed for sure :) Congratulations!!
Emily says
Yay! Congrats Petersiks! So excited for you guys. Sending lots of positive thoughts for you guys… and all the calming and anti-anxiety thoughts I’ve got laying around. All the best for a safe, healthy pregnancy and a far less dramatic birth!
Lexi says
Ahhh ha! I totally was getting that “feeling” for you guys, I don’t know why. Maybe I’m clairvoyant – or maybe Sherry just had that glow. ;-) Congratulations! Any gut feelings on boy or girl? If you happen to be in Southern California about a week after you give birth, I would love to photograph baby P #2. I’m a newborn photographer, not just a random creepster :-P
Pam Gereau says
And all it took was for people to stop asking! :P Congratulations you guys!!
steph o says
CONGRATULATIONS! I, like everyone else, am so excited to see what this nursery will look like. Best wishes for a healthy, easy, and happy pregnancy.
andrea @ my kinda perfect says
Congratulations! What an exciting announcement, and getting to share your pregnancy time with KB! Such fun. You’re in my thoughts for a smooth pregnancy and delivery. Yay for more Petersiks! =)
Tami G says
Congrats!!! Praying for a healthy and smooth pregnancy and delivery!
Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says
Hooray! I’m so happy for your family! Congratulations on this wonderful, happy news!
Nina says
Woah John looks exactly like that David Muir guy from 20/20 in that pic! Congrats guys.
ryanres1 says
Congratulations you guys!! We’re so excited for you : D
Joanne says
Congratulations!!! I’m so excited and happy for you all. Can’t wait to follow Sherry on her pregnancy journey. This news give me the baby itch and my baby isn’t even one yet…Uh oh!
Katrina says
CONGRATULATIONS! I hope the pregnancy sickness (because, let’s be honest, it doesn’t just happen in the morning) subsides soon and the rest of your pregnancy goes smoothly. Our kids were born 3.3 years apart and our daughter (the oldest) is so wonderful with our son – I’m sure Clara will be the same way. Are you envisioning another photo project for this little Bean?
Lindz says
Babies are the most awesome DIY projects ever!!!!! So excited for you and hoping the internet can handle the cuteness of Clara’s little brother or sister.
Amber says
Yayyyyy!!!!!!
Lesley says
Congratulations! Best wishes for a healthy pregnancy and little one and for everyone keeping their burritos down. :)
Emily says
Oh my! Congratulations to all of you! Good luck! Best Wishes! Mazel Tov! What a lucky little boy or girl :)
I’m so happy for all of you!
Meredith says
Such a cute announcement! Keeping your family in our prayers during this pregnancy! Congratulations :)
Gauri says
YAY! Congratulations Petersik family! Best wishes for some safe and healthy baby baking :)
Jessika says
PS: I’m due April also!
Deirdre says
Congrats! I’m so happy for you guys!
Shannon says
CONGRATULATIONS!
No questions here, just sending my best wishes for the growing family! I share the same sentiment as others, I’ve never been so happy for strangers!
Claudie says
Congratulations!!!
Laura Jinkins says
So happy, happy, happy for y’all! Praying that everything goes smoothly for the entire family as you anticipate this joyous miracle! :)
Emily @ Life on Food says
Exciting!! Congratulations!
Tricia says
Congratulations!!! I just read your birth story with tears streaming down my face. I can’t even imagine the terror!! I’ll be praying for you throughout your pregnancy – for a healthy pregnancy and a much easier delivery!! Congrats on baby number two y’all!!
teresa says
Yeah!!!
Jackie says
SOOOOO excited for you guys! We’re all so lucky that you share your world with us :)
jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says
Congratulations :)
Angie Lee says
Yaaaaaaaayyyy!!!! You gave me happy goosebumps! Congrats Petersiks!
Tracie says
With all that you guys having going on lately, are you thinking about sending the girls to daycare/full-time preschool to allow you to have enough time to still bring home the bacon (in a manner of speaking)?
Betsy says
Try to relax and enjoy the pregnancy, Sherry. As my OB told me, no two pregnancies are the same, even in the same woman.
Congratulations to all of you!
Emily Burgess says
This made my day! I love baby news. Congrats to all four of you. I can’t wait to follow along and watch your family grow. And to see how you decorate a nursery because I am sure it will be epic.
Kelly says
Thrilling news, Petersiks! May Sherry’s breakfast–and all other meals–stay down. Best wishes for a smooth pregnancy and delivery.
Sara says
Congratulations! When I saw the title of this post I was so excited :-)
Justine Wilkinson says
Such wonderful news. Many congrats to you all!
Rebecca Ford says
Yippee! Clara seems like she will be a great big sister and helper when the baby comes. So happy for your family and will be praying for a continued healthy pregnancy and when the time comes, a healthy delivery. I am a NICU nurse and understand how stressful it can be when you’ve been-there-done-that and it’s not “perfect” the first time. Hopefully you can be at peace and enjoy the ride with as little stress as possible.
Heather says
Wow! Congratulations!!!!
Sus says
Fantastic news! Wishing you many blessings as you plan for bean #2!
marie in colorado says
Congrats – so happy for you all! Clara will be a great big sister and I hope it’s an easy pregnancy and birth this time around.
Mel says
Congratulations!! Here’s my question because I’m bad with time frames: did you know about the need baby when you bought the new house or did you find out after moving in?
Billie says
SO very excited for all of you!!! Congratulations!!! :)
Abby says
I had a dream about this yesterday! So weird. Although, being pregnant myself, I’ve had a lot of weird dreams lately :)
ChristinaM says
Congrats!! I’m hoping for an April 24th birthday to match my own :)