I have big news. And that news is growing bigger every day -- requiring a wardrobe overhaul every 3 weeks it seems.
I’m having a baby!
A little boy. And he’s coming in August, so I don’t have much more time for this news to soak in. Perhaps announcing him to the world will help dispel my disbelief. Like one big pinch.
I only just told my kids a couple of weeks ago and my family found out on Mother’s Day. I’ve known for quite a while, but was amused by the idea of everyone else enjoying a rather short wait from May till August. At least, that’s the simplified version of things -- the version that skips over waiting to see that the pregnancy was going to stick well into the second trimester.
I’ve never had an easy time getting pregnant and I haven’t always had the best of luck in having a pregnancy keep past 14 weeks or so, hence the crazy-big age gaps between my children. (There are 8 years between Elijah and Charlotte, and nearly 7 years between Charlotte and this baby.)
But this guy was a complete surprise -- ergo my disbelief. In fact, the week I got pregnant was the same week I got rid of all of my baby gear -- all but the girl clothes -- and only because I ran out of time. So long stroller, so long swing, so long car seats, so long toys, clothes -- everything. Ah, Murphy’s Law. Not that there are a whole lot of Elijah’s baby clothes that I’m wishing I had back -- 15 years was a long time ago.
So guess who gets to go shopping! And soak every step of this up like a thirsty sponge.
WOW! Congratulations, Heather! I'm so glad he stuck, and I hope the rest of your pregnancy goes wonderfully.
Posted by: annemarie | June 10, 2011 at 04:48 AM
Congratulations! This is very exciting news.
Posted by: runaroundsous | June 10, 2011 at 04:49 AM
Congratulations!!! I'm due this December.
Posted by: Jenpickens | June 10, 2011 at 04:49 AM
Congratulations! Murphy's law indeed! :)
Posted by: Nilliem | June 10, 2011 at 04:50 AM
Many many blessing and thank you for sharing even your struggles. I am due in November.
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawlOIKnle_5lvEDHXJKihmrDyccqxcYIXeg | June 10, 2011 at 04:51 AM
Congratulations! I also have suffered from miscarriages, 3 of them. I am due Oct 6 with a little boy too. If you need stuff, ThredUP is an awesome swapping site for clothes where you can buy a box of nice sometimes new baby clothes for 5.00 plus 10.95 shipping and handling.
Good luck!
Posted by: Erin | June 10, 2011 at 04:51 AM
Hurray for all new baby stuff! :)
Posted by: Heide | June 10, 2011 at 04:52 AM
Wonderful, wonderful :)
Posted by: Von | June 10, 2011 at 04:52 AM
herzlichen glückwunsch heather. all the best for you!!
Posted by: lou | June 10, 2011 at 04:52 AM
Wow, wonderful news! Amazing job of keeping your news under wraps! God's blessing on you!
Posted by: Sarah | June 10, 2011 at 04:53 AM
Oh my goodness. Congratulations! You are definitely blessed, and he's a lucky baby boy. I hope everything continues to go as smoothly as it has.
Posted by: Joni Gardine | June 10, 2011 at 04:53 AM
Congratulations! I did the same thing. I'm due next month. 5 years between kid #2 and kid #3. Strollers are way cooler now!
Posted by: Jessica | June 10, 2011 at 04:53 AM
Congrats! Such wonderful news. Enjoy the shopping, buying wee little clothes is so much fun :D
Posted by: Tara | June 10, 2011 at 04:54 AM
great news. congratulations!
Posted by: Bernie | June 10, 2011 at 04:55 AM
Wonderful! Congratulations and blessings to you.
Posted by: Rachel | June 10, 2011 at 04:56 AM
Congratulations! :)
Posted by: Barbara | June 10, 2011 at 04:58 AM
Cogratulations. I Have 2 children, my little girl is 3,8 years and my boy is 2,5y
I was 5 years married and I couldn't be pregnat before.
I would like to have a new one :) I gave to friend all baby stuff :)
Posted by: giozi | June 10, 2011 at 05:00 AM
There's a 8 year gap between my girl and my youngest boy and they have just the best relationship (and just quietly it's like there's a second mother in the house!!)I wouldn't change it for the world.What a blessing, congratulations!!
Posted by: Sheryl | June 10, 2011 at 05:00 AM
how amazing! congrats xoxo
Posted by: Abby | June 10, 2011 at 05:02 AM
Congrats Heather! I can't wait until I have my first little one, it's taking longer than I expected, but I know it will be worth it when it happens. Can't wait to see all the cute little baby things!
Posted by: City Chic - Jamie | June 10, 2011 at 05:02 AM
Congratulations!! I am pregnant too and due in September with a girl. I will have three girls when she is born! (my poor husband) lol
Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy and can't wait to see pictures of your new little one!
Posted by: Rachel | June 10, 2011 at 05:03 AM
Many happy congratulations!
Posted by: Dave2 | June 10, 2011 at 05:05 AM
That happened to my grandparents. They had four boys, with the oldest being eighteen and the youngest like ten. They gave away all their baby stuff and then SURPRISE! A little girl!
Congratulations!
Posted by: Keri | June 10, 2011 at 05:09 AM
Very exciting news!
Posted by: Bonney | June 10, 2011 at 05:14 AM
What a blessing Heather! Pamie G.
Posted by: Pamela Graham | June 10, 2011 at 05:15 AM
Hooray! SO happy for you :) Hope you continue to feel well. And ps I did the same before Roman, gave every last thing away except sweet dresses!!
lots of love from your pal.
Posted by: anna maria | June 10, 2011 at 05:17 AM
Congratulations! That is happy news indeed. :)
Posted by: Katie | June 10, 2011 at 05:20 AM
congratulations!! i'm due in august too with our third! have you sewn any maternity clothing for yourself? i would love to hear any tips you might have for pregnant sewing!!
Posted by: ashley | June 10, 2011 at 05:20 AM
Yay!! Congrats!! Enjoy every moment! ^_^
Posted by: {leah} | June 10, 2011 at 05:21 AM
Congratulations. Wonderful news, babies are such a gift.
Posted by: Gabreial | June 10, 2011 at 05:33 AM
Congratulations, that is such wonderful news! I am so happy for you.
Posted by: Courtney Brady | June 10, 2011 at 05:34 AM
As a mom who has lost 10 pregnancies I am SUPER excited for you! Congratulations!
Posted by: Alayne | June 10, 2011 at 05:35 AM
What a beautiful surprise! Congratulations to you & your whole family:)
Posted by: Kathleen Haeberle | June 10, 2011 at 05:39 AM
Such wonderful news.. congratulations! Enjoy this time and I hope the rest of your pregnancy and delivery go well.
Posted by: Kristen | June 10, 2011 at 05:54 AM
Congratulations!! I am due in October with #3, hoping for a girl after two boys. God bless and I pray you have a safe and healthy pregnancy. So happy for you!
Posted by: Marianne | June 10, 2011 at 05:56 AM
This post makes me smile. Congratulations! While I type, I'm sitting here holding my 3 week old little boy who was also a happy surprise after giving away all of my little boy things. Surprise babies are just the nicest! I'm very happy for you.
Posted by: Alice S | June 10, 2011 at 06:21 AM
Congratulations! Can't wait to see the little guy in August.
Posted by: Katherine of Kitten's Lost Her Mittens | June 10, 2011 at 06:23 AM
I'm so happy for you and your family, congratulations!
Posted by: Vicki | June 10, 2011 at 06:28 AM
Congrats...I'm not pregnant and that would be a scandal and a half if I were! In any event, blessings to you, your family and the little boy who's waiting to come into the Big World...
Posted by: MB@YarnUiPhoneappv1.3 | June 10, 2011 at 06:28 AM
Congratualtions on the wonderful news!
Posted by: Carrie | June 10, 2011 at 06:31 AM
Congratulations! This is big news. Very happy for you. :)
Posted by: Lynn Williams | June 10, 2011 at 06:33 AM
...had to laugh, same thing happened to me, but my age gap was 14 years between my two youngest sons, now all i tell someone who is having a hard time getting pregnant after having a child, 'you have to sale everything, don't keep anything' they always think that is crazy talk, but see, i can point to you as another confirmation of my belief. Congratulations on your littlest unexpected blessing!
Posted by: patricia | June 10, 2011 at 06:39 AM
Such wonderful news. I have had the same thing happen to me. We got rid of all the baby stuff...and surprise! Our surprise has been the greatest blessing. Enjoy all the shopping. There are so many wonderful boy things available that were not when my sons were small.
Posted by: Chris | June 10, 2011 at 06:42 AM
WOW!!!! Congrats!!!! that is wonderful and I'm so very happy and excited for you!!!!
Posted by: Sarah E. | June 10, 2011 at 06:42 AM
Congratulations Heather!!!
Posted by: Tong | June 10, 2011 at 06:48 AM
Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Beverly | June 10, 2011 at 06:53 AM
Congratulations! (And for sure don't fret the donated baby equipment. The advances they make on that stuff in a few years, let alone 7, will be worth their weight in gold. Happy shopping too!)
Posted by: Amber Van Houwelingen | June 10, 2011 at 06:53 AM
congratulations indeed! what a wonderful and exciting adventure!!
Posted by: leslie | June 10, 2011 at 06:56 AM
Congratulations! I am very happy for you! Enjoy the baby-shopping!
Sarah
Posted by: Sarah | June 10, 2011 at 07:06 AM
Congratulations, such wonderful news!
Posted by: kathryn | June 10, 2011 at 07:08 AM