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.
Erika says
YAY Petersiks! Sooooo happy for you and pray that God will continue to bless you – all FOUR!
Anne says
So happy for all three (and Burger) of you!!! I know Clara will be a wonderful big sister and a real help to you with the baby. My first daughter was 3 and a half when our second daughter arrived. Only problem we had was that she was TOO helpful two weeks before the baby came. I had just scrubbed the kitchen floor for the last time and was exhausted (carrying a 9 pound 10 ounce baby!), so payed down in family room for a nap. Kim was no longer taking naps but I requested she lay down and be quiet while Mommy napped. Well, when I woke up, I discovered she had decided to “help” Mommy clean the floor. She had gotten the bottle of Palmolive dishwashing soap and had squeezed lines of detergent all over
YoungHouseLove says
Oh my gosh! So cute! But probably not the most welcome sight… haha!
xo
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Terri says
So happy for the three soon to four of you!!
Carol says
Don’t forget Burger! ;)
Reshma Sanjeev says
Congratulations Sherry and John!!!
Vicky says
Yay!!!!!! I’m thrilled for you guys!! Congratulations!! Can’t wait to fallow along, you guys are wonderful parents!! That’s one lucky bean in your belly! :)
Kelly says
Congratulations! As a fellow high-risker you’re in for a little bit of a different experience this time, but I’m sure you’re going to be surrounded by awesome personal, professional, and virtual teams! The extra ultrasounds (if required) are a nice perk!
Ali says
Definitely agree with Kelly about those extra ultrasounds and weekly stress tests are fun (sorta) too – basically anytime you get to hear/see the baby more is amazing! Although towards the end you may feel like you LIVE at the OB with one or two appts a week!! :)
lauren says
Yay! Congratulations! Best wishes :)
Michelle F says
Yay!!! Congratulations!!! exciting news! Will you be finding out the gender this time around?
Laura says
Congrats!!!
Hopefully you saved those cloth diapers! I am expecting #2 in 3.5 weeks and had to buy a few more since #1 is still in diapers. Do you plan on cloth diapering again?
Can’t wait to see what you do with the nursery!
Lucia says
OMG, I’m due in April too! April 17th to be exact. Congratulations!!!!
Kristin says
Yay! So so happy for you, John, and Clara =) OH, and Burger too!
Diane says
YEA!!! So excited and happy for you. Clara could not look happier – love it!
Heather @ Thrifty Stories says
Congrats!! Babies are awesome. (Currently baking bean #5…due to arrive in 3 weeks!) And I too have been painting like crazy. ;)
PS. Cloth diapering for the first time here. :)
Beth - BTW says
Congratulations! Couldn’t happen to better folks!
A says
Congratulations!!! :D
Reading one of your posts last week, I did wonder if there might be a new family member on its way.
Now I’m also excited to see what you will do with the future nursery.
Natalie says
OMG!!! I am so happy for you guys!!! Can’t wait to see the progression Sherry! OK, so I have 2 questions. A) Will there be a fun material background thing for Sherry as she grows with Baby #2?? B) Do you guys have any type of game plan yet for juggling 2 kids while both working from home?? And we know with little ones plans always change, but just wanted to know what you guys were thinking. AGAIN.. So happy for you guys!
Raegen says
Let’s just say I’m over the moon with happiness at your growing family! Clearly you were meant to be great parents!
Excited to see what adventures come your way while blogging with a “post-toddler” and a newborn!
CONGRATS!
Stacy Snook says
OMG! Congratulations. First I cried tears of joy at the “Baking Bean” then I cried tears of laughter at the “Bean Burritto.” Awesome, exciting, joyful post. :)
Sarah says
AHHH! Congratulations Petersiks! Cheers and good vibes to a healthy pregnancy and healthy kiddo. Can’t wait to see that expanding belly in nursery update photos!
Jess @ Crunchy Hot Mama says
CONGRATS YOU 3!!!!!! SOOOO happy for you guys ;)
Looks like I wasn’t crazy when I had a dream that you and I were pregnant at the same time (again). Speaking of…I just had baby girl over the weekend at home, so I’m curious to see if you have another beautiful bambina!
I hope you feel better soon, and I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for a safe L&D :D
xoxo
Esti Swart says
Congratulations! I don’t even know you guys and I’m excited!
I hope and pray that the rest of your pregnancy is blessed and that you have no complications whatsoever!
X
Shannon Rode says
Let me echo the masses and say CONGRATS to you all. I should of known it was a big announcement today on the ol’ blog when I had to refresh 4 times just to get it up, and this is my 5th time trying to comment! :) Do you think you will find out what you are having? Also, is it weird that I texted my friends saying “OMG Sherry is pregnant! Ha!
Emily Caltagirone says
Congratulations! I am so happy for you and April babies are the best! I had one last year ;-)
Kendra says
Congrats, Petersik family! You two are adorable, and such great inspiration for those who can get a little burnt out during the journey from making a “house” a “home”. Best wishes for a smooth remainder of your pregnancy, Sherry. Can’t wait to see the new nursery come together.
marie says
Awe!!!! Congratulations you guys!! Will pray for an easy pregnancy and even easier delivery for you Sherry!!! Don’t let your worry take away from enjoying your pregnancy!! The Drs will be super vigilant and everybody will be keeping a close eye on you this time around!!
Amy B. says
Congrats to all 4 of you! I bet that Clara will be a great big sister!
Sarah says
From a long time reader but first time commenter- let me say that I almost cried then almost peed my pants at work. Thankfully I was able to hold it together, nurse peepants is not a good feeling haha! So excited for the Petersik fam!
sara says
Aw, Congratulations. And what an adorable post and collection of t-shirts!
Janelle says
eeeeeee!!! Congratulations!! So happy for you guys!!
Alex W. says
I know that others have expressed this sentiment, but I couldn’t be happier for two people who I’ve never met! Wishing you the safest pregnancy/delivery possible and another cute little bean like Clara.
Cheers to the Petersiks!
Jessica says
Congrats to you three (and Burger)!! I will get to follow along with you too! I found out I’m due at the end of April.. looking forward to getting some more great and inspiring ideas from you!
Avery says
Yay–congratulations to you all! Clara’s going to be such a wonderful big sister. :)
LeeG says
Congratulations and best wishes for a healthy and happy pregnancy and baby!
Madeline says
Congrats!! So happy for you both! You have a lovely little growing family!! I can’t tell you how much I enjoy reading your updates. I know you’ll be glad that people will finally stop asking you about this personal topic!
Jen says
Congrats you guys!!! So exciting! No longer ‘potential nursery’ huh? ;)
Kathleen says
Congratulations and best wishes!!
Bren says
Yay! Now you’re new favorite number IS 5…congrats!
Alicia says
Congrats! I can’t wait to see the plans for the nursery once you get going on that :)
Kate says
Congrats to all! I’m so happy for you guys :)
Luciane Hernandes says
<3
Jaime H. says
I had an inkling this was coming when the question wasn’t addressed in your blogiversary video! Congrats!
Abbey says
I just saw the comments about the “photoshop controversy” and all I can say is wow, some people have no boundaries and are just plain awful to others. It makes me think of those meme’s where it shows a person with a horse head and they say “On the internet, nobody knows you’re a horse…nobody” Well people still know you’re a jerk on the internet. I hope all the love and good wishes help make up for the crap you guys have to deal with!
Courtney says
Are you excited to be pregnant with KB again?
We’re you trying or not trying but not protecting?
This blog post may just get the most comments yet!!
Lauren Nicole says
So which bathroom are you going to gut this time around? Was the removal of the master bath carpet a sign?
Congratulations and many prayers for a healthy pregnancy!
Jordann O'Brien says
Did you guys purposely get pregnant at the same time as the Bowers again? Or is it just a coincidence?
Karen C. says
So happy for your growing family! Congratulations!!!
Erin says
Congrats!!!! :0)
(Let’s see how many comments this post brings!! Lol)
Bobbi says
Congratulations!! What awesome news for your family and more fun expanding family posts for us to enjoy!!
Kelly says
Congratulations!!! I am wishing you a lovely (and completely uneventful!) pregnancy. I cannot believe how big Clara looks in that picture! Adorable. Can’t wait to read all the baby planning posts to come…
Brittany says
So exciting, congrats!!!