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.
Meagan says
Yay!! I’m so excited for you! And super excited that I’m due with my second bean in April (the 5th) too!! I told my husband we where really bffs now and of course he made some sarcastic comment about me saying that wasn’t creepy at all.
schmei says
I’m due with my second on the 7th! (My FIL’s birthday is 4/5, though, so he’s rooting for the 5th). So many April babies among the readership here! Woohoo!
Danielle says
Congratulations guys!!
Will you be buying some newborn cloth diapers for this little one? Are you going to be able to use Clara’s diapers for the new babe once he/she fits into them, or will you need to repair them/buy new ones?
Beth says
Yay!! CONGRATULATIONS Petersiks! Such exciting news! And so many questions! How did you tell John? Clara? Your families? Katie B? Will you be sharing nursery decorating ideas? Ok I’ll stop.
Thanks for sharing this news with your readers…we’re excited to share in this journey with you. Wishing you a blessed, healthy and healing pregnancy and birth :)
Kate says
Do you ever feel like you have to share major milestones (like a baby announcement!) because this has become such a document of your history together you’d feel guilty for omitting? I love reading your blog, mostly for the home updates – but its your personalities that keep me engaged, not just the paint colors you picked. I can’t wait for the Clara Conversations that come from this news! Thanks for keeping it real by waiting for that safe-to-share milestone to pass before posting your business on the web. Haters gonna hate, Petersiks are gonna paint (a nursery!)
Erin Colburn says
Congratulations to all of you!! My aunt texted me this morning to ask me if I had seen your post…that’s totally normal right? haha!
Anywho, we’re both super excited for you and so excited that your new baby bean and baby bower will be around the same age!!! Happy Happy Happy!
erin @magenta&lime
Jessica Thompson says
Congratulations!! I am due February 14th with my first baby (a girl!)- I’m so excited to get some nursery ideas from you!!
Amy Lauro says
Ahhhhhh! So freaking excited for you all! Just re-read Clara’s birth story. I am a NICU mom, who also had a complicated “birth story” and spent 4 weeks on hospital bed rest. My beautiful, healthy, boy/girl twins are now 10 months and the center of my universe. I can’t believe how far they have come since their birth day. Thanks for sharing your story. It is so important for people to understand. Ok now for the good stuff….
What are the odds that a placental abrasion will occur again?
What are the odds of a cord prolapse will occur again?
Who is more excited that you’re pregnant…. John, or katie?!?!?! ;)
XO
Carley says
Congratulations! Wonderful news for wonderful people!
Amy says
Awesomesauce!!!! :-) Congratulations Petersik Crew! I hope everything goes wonderfully for you all . So exciting!
And, ps – read the bloggiversary post … Wow …. Y’all are awesome bloggers, and a tip of the hat to you Sherry – preggo, morning sickness, and still cranking out house projects, while dealing with a photoshopped belly attack! Wowza! :-)
Lindsey says
Congrats on your second future wahoo! :) I’ve been a daily reader for the past few years and grew up in Richmond but just recently moved to Hawaii and reading your blog helps me feel connected to home especially when you talk about good ole’ Richmond happenings! Anyways, when I saw your announcement this morning it made my day! I couldn’t be happier for you guys and I know Clara will be a great big sis, congrats again!
Alison says
Congratulations!!
Erin {Home Everyday} says
I am totally tearing up over here and oh so happy for you all. HOW EXCITING! I really hope that you start feeling better (I was sick all nine months all day long with all three kids if you need any tips, ask away). Sending happy and healthy mommy thoughts your way :)
Kirstin says
Congratulations!
I’m due in mid-April and just came out to my boss this week. I’d hoped to hide it for another month since I’m planning a big event at the of the month and I didn’t want the news to distract from that. I decided to out myself after the 4th person at work asked me if I was pregnant. Who are these people who think it’s their business before we’re ready to share the news?
But back to you – Congratulations!
Angie says
Yay!! Super exciting. Congratulations!!
Sally says
Congratulations!!! So happy for you all:)
Rebecca Raymond says
Congratulations, you guys are awesome! Praying for a safe, healthy, happy pregnancy and delivery, Sherry! It’s scary no matter what your health or risk is. You guys make great parents — that little bean is so lucky. And will probably have THE coolest nursery in the WHOLE WORLD!! I CANNOT wait to hear about all your future projects! (Aim for a birthdate of April 15th, that’s my birthday, and to help you remember, it’s also Tax Day! :)
Amy Looney says
Oh my gosh…CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy for you all! I just know that Clara will be the best big sister and Burger the best big brother…haha. Sherry, you will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers for a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery. Thanks for sharing your all’s happy news with your readers!
Tamara says
YAY!!just sat down and saw this, such wonderful news…take good care of yourself Sherry, enjoy this time together as 3, it’s such a special time. And please!! no more “secretBaby-esq” comments allowed on here, it’s awful to read that someone is treating you this way! I think they met the “comments that provoke others, are malicious, or distract from the purpose of this site will be removed” level. Thank you for sharing so much with us :)
YoungHouseLove says
Thanks Tamara! We heard you guys today, and we changed our comment policy from the feedback. We’d hate for this place to turn into drama central when the whole purpose of this blog is to keep it light and fun (it’s only decorating!).
xo
s
Meghan says
I’m so happy for you!! Congrats!
Sara says
Best news ever! So excited for you xx
Libby says
Congratulations guys! sooo happy for you. and your pregnant with Katie.B again how awesome xo
Erica says
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! I am so thrilled for all of you! Babies are wonderful news, and I hope that your pregnancy continues to go well and that you have a safe delivery with no complications. I hope that Clara loves being a big sister! And I LOVE Burger’s shirt! Too funny!
Second of all, I KNEW IT! I am totally not one of those secret stalkers who looks at pictures of your belly and accuses you of photoshopping it. I don’t pay that much attention. I just had a hunch. Not sure why. But I am amused that my hunch was right. However, I do feel kind of bad because I made a comment on one of your blogiversary posts about how I was surprised that people didn’t ask if you were pregnant. I totally wasn’t fishing for info, I swear! I just know it has, for some reason, been a hugely serious deal where people ask constantly and assume you’re pregnant all the time. So much to the point that you had to ask people to stop asking. But I still feel bad. I’m sorry!
Anyway, I can’t wait to see nursery makeover posts!!! :-)
Congratulations again!
Addy says
Congrats from “down under” guys.
Been following you for a little while from Australia. Absolutely adore what u do & can’t believe the amount of crap you sometimes have to deal with by some of your followers. The first 3mths of a pregnancy is a very private & stressful moment & it’s totally understandable that you would want to keep it that way.
Personally when I read your blog I’m more interested in ur projects/tips/makeover than checking u out (no offense Sherry – lol).
Keep up the hard work but don’t overdo it Sherry ;-), you now have a little one to think about as well (which I’m sure u can’t stop thinking about already).
Heidi says
Congratulations, even though my bean is over a year old I still start to tear up any time I hear baby news. The day I met my daughter was one of the all time best days of my life and I get so excited knowing others are going to go through the same amazing, albeit exhausting and overwhelming, experience. I had a very difficult time with my pregnancy, one thing was getting rear ended on the highway at a very high speed. It is so sad that people cant understand what an amazing and scary time this is as a mom, I hope the negativity of any posts don’t diminish the joy of the next 6+ months!!
Leila says
SO exciting – Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing the new nursery.
Allison says
What great news, Petersiks! I was in a car accident at 9 weeks (head-on, airbags deployed), but the doctor explained the first trimester is probably the best time for an accident like that. (The baby is so well padded in there!) Plus, I’d rather have a baby in the oven than out for his/her own protection during a car accident.
We just shared our news on facebook (due mid-March). It’s so fun to share our joy with everyone; I’m sure you’re feeling the love ten-fold.
My question- Did you tell anyone early? How did you tell Clara and Katie and your other family and friends?
YoungHouseLove says
Oh Allison, I’m so glad you and the baby were ok!
xo
s
Ellie B. says
A huge congratulations you guys! I’ll join the squealed out loud (while at work) when I read this post club. It’s funny but I feel like I know you better than I do my coworkers, cousins, and quite a few more. Thank you for sharing as much as you do your are often the highlight of my day. I know this is a home blog but the best part of the home is the family that lives in it and you are amazing. Can’t wait to watch your family grow!!
Mark says
I have been an avid reader of your blog for a while, but have never posted.
I just wanted to say congratulations on your new “Bean”
Mark
Erin says
Wonderful news, congratulations on the addition to your family. Sending positive thoughts for a complication free pregnancy and delivery!
Kelli says
Yay! Please remember that for every negative commenter, there are about 100 of us who are crazy with excitement and support for you!!! :) So happy for you guys!! #teampetersik
Kelly L says
First of all, YAY!!!! So excited for you! Second of all, Clara’s picture is absolutely adorable. Third of all, were you and Katie Bower SUUUUUPER excited to be pregnant together?! That’s so fun.
Also, just thought I’d say that I appreciate your honesty and keeping it cool with unkind and snarky comments. I get warm fuzzies when I see people being kind to people who aren’t so kind. It’s what I try to teach my students every day, so seeing it lived out makes me so happy!…you guys are just wonderful!!!
Lily says
Congratulations!
Tasha says
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! So incredibly happy for all of you!
Beka says
My first comment :) First of all, Congratulations! So excited for you and your family. Here are my questions:
1- How did you tell Clara and your family? Any pinterest inspired creativity? What were their reactions?
2- I realize this will eventually be a post…or probably many posts! But, what are you current thoughts/inspirations/ideas for the nursery? Or are you waiting to find out the gender?
3- WILL you find out the gender? What is Clara hoping for?
4- What are you craving and how are you feeling? :)
Ok, I think that’s it for my nosy questions for your Friday follow up. Feel free to ignore any and all. And congratulations again! Praying for a great, healthy pregnancy and baby!
Mary says
Congratulations!!! So exciting! I’m due March 20 with our first and am still super thankful to be out of the 1st trimester. :-)
We find out what we’re having Oct. 16 (hopefully!) and EVERYONE thinks we’re having a boy (hubs and I go back and forth, though). Do you (either of you) have a feeling about what baby #2 is? And are you planning on finding out again?
Kim says
I knew it! I knew it! I knew it! Even though I don’t know you! ???? I love your blog and was just thinking the other day it’s time for baby #2!! So happy for ya’ll! You guys should meet my brother and sister-in-law. They live in Richmond, have a 3 yr old girl and are due also in April! Playdates! You will create so many wonderful memories with your children in your new home!
Carola says
I knew it!!! We’ll… I didn’t really but I knew it!!! Congrats to the 4 of you! Now for my Q: what is that fabulous fabric you used for the pictures and where can I order it?!!
Ellie B. says
Also is it just me or has John been writing more of the posts lately?
Debby says
So happy for you! I’ve been following your blog for several years now and excited to hear the news. We’re expecting our first baby in December. :)
Kristen says
Yay!! Congrats – enjoy :)
Candi says
Congratulations! So happy for you guys! I was preggo with my Twins(and had a 1 year old too) when Sherry was preggo with Clara – went cloth diapering because of one of your post and it saved us tons! I hope your pregnancy is uneventful, restful, lovely and just sweet! I had taken a moment off of the blog world and wow – my first night back and such super sweet news! #goteam-bakethatbean!
mommiegirl to 3!
Helen Lynn says
Aw yay!! I am so happy for y’all! I have been following your blog for about a year now, and have loved watching Clara grow. She is such an animal lover, I was exactly like her as a child! Happy and fearless, even of “creepy” bugs. Now after 25 years I still carry that passion as an equestrian and horses are my life! (Don’t let her catch horse fever, it is expensive!) But anyway, congratulations and we wish you the best!
Maureen says
Congratulations to all of you, but especially to Clara! She gets the new title. I know she will be a wonderful big sister. I’m so happy for you that the “possible nursery” will, in fact, become a nursery. It will be so nice to see that house filling up. Best wishes for a healthy pregnancy and smooth delivery!
Natalie says
Yay!!!! My #2 just turned 1 month today! It’s a new challenge but so awesome! I’m excited for you!
Erin says
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Did you tell Katie B first?
Rachel says
Yay – Congratulations Petersik family! Wishing you a healthy and happy pregnancy, Sherry!
Laura says
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Wonderful Wonderful News!!! God’s blessings on your pregnancy and I pray that everything continues to go well. I also hope you feel better soon. I also had all day sickness with my pregnancies. NO FUN, but it’s totally worth it once you hold that little baby. Enjoy the positive comments, ignore the negative ones, and eat lots of ice cream… or whatever you’re able to stomach these days :)
Ashley M says
Random quote by George W Bush that he said to Matt Lauer who talked about it recently on ellen (convoluted I know haha!), “don’t let the loud voices get you.” I hope that all of us who haven’t been pestering you guys about baby bumps (which is totally cray to me!!) and are genuinely so thrilled for you guys about this new blessing can be the ones that you hear most during this special time for your family. Congratulations Petersiks!!!
becca says
Congratulations! I’m also pregnant and due in April –the 3rd to be exact. So my question is when is your due date?
Kelsey says
Congrats! I have a 1 yr old boy who happens to have Clara’s birth story–like verbatim. In fact, sometimes when people ask me what happened I just send them to your post. Praying you will be part of the 75% that doesn’t have a second abruption. I know my next pregnancy will be high risk and so I’m curious to see how it goes for you. Sometimes I consider the idea of inducing so that I’m for sure at the hospital during labor, ready for whatever may happen. Have you considered thoughts like this?