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!
Paula M. says
CONGRATULATIONS to you all and a big Welcome to Teddy! :)
Love the photos. And how perfect is it that Clara’s top is covered with hearts on this special day? :)
Enjoy your time off over the next few days as you get to know your precious little guy and introduce him to his brand new world.
Natasha says
So lovely! Enjoy this time.
Congratulations!
Jen in Texas says
Teddy,
May you have family around you,
Friends with you,
God within you,
And the peace of Christ always in your heart.
Congratulations Sherry, John, Clara, and Burger
Lee says
Congrats! Beautiful little guy! :)
Erin says
God bless you all! Congrats!! Love his name!
Rosemary says
What wonderful news! So happy to hear that everything went smoothly… congratulations to you all!
Jannean says
Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Your family is truly blessed! Also love the name as well!
Jessica says
Congratulations!!! I think he looks like John! :)
sarah W. says
Welcome Teddy!! Glad to hear mom and baby are healthy and happy, what a blessing! :)
Barbara in CT says
Glad everything went well. He is one lucky lad to have the two of you for parents.
Tara S. says
Is it weird that I want to count how many exclamation marks are in all the comments?
Oh ya….and congrats on making one more thing extra lovely in the world.
Bridget & Casey @ DIY Playbook says
Congratulations!! We are over the moon excited for you and want to wish baby Teddy a Happy Birthday!!!! =)
Meagan Bryant says
He’s beautiful and already looks like all 3 of you!! but maybe more so his daddy.
FRECKLES CHICK says
Teddy is perfect, you guys. That sweet newborn head….is it weird that I love breathing in that scent? Great job, mama. Wishing you all the best in adjusting to your new normal, xoxo.
Abby says
AAH!! I am so happy for you guys! He is so sweet :) Hope the recovery goes quickly!
Sherri says
Congrats! So so so excited for y’all!
Jennifer says
He’s beautiful! I’m so glad to hear everyone is doing well. What sweet pictures, too. :)
Carli says
Congratulations Petersik Family!!! SOOOO happy for you all!
Shauna says
Sweet sweet sweet sweet family!
Michelle @ A Healthy Mrs says
Love! Glad to hear everyone is doing well!
Crystal says
long time reader- but never commented I don’t think until today. Because I’m a Freeman too! Never knew, we are likely related somehow somewhere! Congrats on your beautiful new baby.
Kate says
Congratulations! Adorable name and adorable family!
Kristal says
Little Teddy and I share a birthday! He’s so precious!
Lida says
Love him!! Congrats to your sweet family!
Sarah says
Congratulations!! He is adorable. Thankful for the safe and drama-free delivery for you guys.
Larissa says
Congratulations, Petersiks! So happy for you all!
Tonya says
Many congrats on a precious little boy. He’s beautiful and the rest of you are beautiful as you emanate so much love and joy–which is clear in the photos. Hopefully baby Teddy will wield a tiny power-tool sooner than later. :)
marie says
Congratulations!
He looks just like John, incredible…
I thought of you a lot on wednesday, I’m glad everything went well.
Jessica says
Congratulations! He is so adorable. I keep coming back to take a peek at how cute he is. And that hair! I bet that was quite the shock since Clara had next to no hair for so long. Take your time and enjoy your new family of 5.
Jessica says
I meant to add that I’m so glad that his birth went so smoothly for you and that all are well.
Jennifer says
Congratulations! He’s beautiful :) Sherry that is the best post pregnancy pic I’ve seen. You look great!
Katie says
Such a handsome boy! Congratulations on your new addition, and your pleasant birthing experience. :)
Elizabeth says
Congratulations! What a beautiful boy! Still waiting on my surprise baby, due 4/8. Thought our baby would be here before yours but so happy for you all! We have a little Teddy (22 months) and are excited to meet our new little girl or guy! :)
Bobbie Brown says
Oh! he is so very precious and I am so happy to hear that all is well and healthy! Congrats!!!
Deana says
Congratulations!! He looks perfect :)
Angie Lee says
Congratulations! Beautiful boy born to a beautiful-hearted family. Enjoy every moment!
June says
He is perfect! So happy the delivery was easy. Congratulations to all!
Laurien says
Congratulations guys! So happy for you and so happy that Teddy’s birth was a good one! Can’t wait to see photos of Clara and Teddy and Burger :)
Alexa says
What an auspicious name! I bet he doesn’t even know he’s already famous! Wonderful news that all went well!
Shannon says
He is just so lovely! I am so thrilled for your family!
Sheila says
Congratulations! He so looks like John. And all that hair Whoa! Sherry you look beautiful! Enjoy these fleeting first moments.
Melissa says
Congratulations on your newly expanded family! He’s absolutely adorable!
Rachael r says
Congrats you guys!! So happy all went well for you & baby! Thank you for sharing the good news!
Tallulah Eulallie says
Congratulations! I loved that first photo. Teddy looks so much like his daddy. (He’s even wearing his hair in the same style!)
amy g says
CONGRATS! HE IS BEAUTIFUL! Thanks so much for sharing!
Billie says
Congratulations to your family! I love the name, and he is precious.
Kate C says
Congrats! i am so happy everyone is happy and healthy! he is adorable and Teddy is the cutest name. good luck being parents to children, not just a child!
Giedre says
I.am.so.relieved. Gosh, I was more scared of this delivery than you, I am sure.
Congratulations and blessings!
Trixie says
So many congrats!!!! And I love the name :)
Linda j burton says
Congratulations Petersilk family of 5!!!! Blessings to you all as you bring Teddy home to his YHL house. So so happy for you. I am a grandmother of 2 .
Harmony says
So sweet! Congrats to your happy little family:)