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!
Sarah C says
Congrats!!!
Whitney says
Wahoo! Congratulations to all 5 of you! This brought tears to my eyes, so happy everyone is healthy and happy- Clara will be a great big sister! Enjoy!
Jeannine says
AWWW. I love the name. It was my Grandfather’s name too. I’m very happy for you guys.
Tina says
Congrats to my FAVORITE BLOGGY FAMILY, Sherry you look so radiant in the picture! Praying for you all to have a long, healthy and happy life together! I don’t know which one of you looks more in love with Mr. Teddy! Ps…love the name you chose, I love when kids have a great “family” name, that will serve them well as adults but can be still sound like a kid just by shortening it;)
Jaye says
Congrats you guys! Yay it’s a party of 5! =)
Tiffany (A Touch of Grace) says
Congratulations! He is perfect! So happy for your family of five! Take all the time you need. We will all still be here for you when you’re ready to return. :)
Julie jacobsen says
He is beautiful! So happy for you all! Have a blessed weekend getting your newest family member home and settled.
Rebecca says
What a gorgeous little boy! Congratulations and blessings to your family.
Kari says
So happy for the Petersiks and Bowers on their newest bundles of joy. Hooray for Theo and Leo!
Jessica says
It’s absolutely ridiculous that I shed tears of joy for a family I’ll likely never meet! But congratulations to you all!!! :)
Angela says
So happy for your SAFE delivery of baby Teddy!!
Julie C says
Congratulations from Perth – Australia!!!
All the best xo
Ann Marie says
Congratulations to all of the Petersiks (Burger counts!) on their new bundle of joy! So glad all went smoothly and everyone is happy and healthy. And that hair – WOW!
Connie says
Congrats on your bundle of joy! What a blessing, and so close to Easter. Such a sweet little boy!
Tara S says
Congratulations!! He is beautiful. I love the name. I wish your family of 5 all the best. I hope he’s a good eater and good sleeper.
Love that he has hair. He might have more hair than when Clara was one years old. So cute.
Born on the 16….1+6=7 Woohoo!
Maggie says
Congratulations!!! And can I just say you two are awesome at naming babies! I love that you choose such meaningful and classy names!! Take some time off and enjoy life as a family of 5, you deserve it!! :)
Monika says
Congrats! He’s beautiful.
Natalia says
Happy Birthday little man and welcome to the world.
Jill says
Congratulations!!! He is beautiful!!
Suvi says
So so happy for you! Thanks for sharing your lives with us! Teddy looks like John! Enjoy every moment, and take time to take it easy!!
Robbie Zeller says
Congratulations on your newest precious addition to your family! What a great gift!
Katie says
Such a cute baby! He looks so much like Jon!!
Donna S. says
Congratulations to you all! He is so adorable! Sherry you look fabulous!
Jaileigh says
He’s perfect! Congratulations to all of you. I am so glad to hear things went smoothly and this delivery was something you could relax and enjoy the beauty of. Thank you for sharing such an intimate time of your lives with us.
Jenny B. says
Oh my goodness, he looks just like John! :) I always think babies look like their daddies. I think I read somewhere that it’s actually a really common thing (even if the kids don’t end up looking like their dads when they’re older), and that it helps dads bond with their babies. :) So sweet! Congratulations, you guys!!
Cori Roberts says
Congratulations! He is precious!
LOVE HIS NAME!! Theo is my top boy name right now and we would probably call him Teddy sometimes too!
So excited to see him grow up! Glad everyone is doing well!
Danielle says
Congratulations from the Netherlands! Welcome to the world baby Teddy. Enjoy!
Lanie says
Congrats happy family, and welcome Teddy! Xoxo
Lisa Sylvia says
CONGRATULATIONS, he’s adorable. I’m sure Clara will be a wonderful sister. So happy for you all. :)
Kritin says
Congrats! He’s adorable! Everyone looks over the moon, it’s the best feeling!
Lauren says
Congratulations on your precious new arrival! Love the name too!
Hollie says
Congratulations! I knew you’d have a million well-wishers and just had to add my two cents. Having a boy and girl is such a blessing. I watch my six year old daughter interact with her two year old brother and am literally amazed every day at how much they love each other. He stopped her on our walk home from school yesterday and said “I love you Ella”. It was beyond words. They also have the ability to irritate each other better than anyone, so you also have that to look forward to :). I’ve never commented before but had to tell you how happy I am for all of you
Sue says
Congratulations on your beautiful son (and little brother)! Thank you for sharing this great news with your readers as well as your DIY prowess, your creativity, and your wonderful senses of humor. I wish you much joy (and some well-earned rest) as you adjust to being parents of two!
Jo says
Congratulations on little Teddy’s arrival! I’m in love with his name, it’s perfect! Feeling very clucky all of a sudden :)
Pam the Goatherd says
Teddy has to be the CUTEST barnacle anyone has ever seen! So glad to hear that everything went smoothly and that you are feeling so good. (I hope that in these modern times they have come up with some way to avoid the horrendous post C-section intestinal gas that I experienced 29 and 26 years ago when my two C-section babies were born!) Take advantage of these days in the hospital to get as much rest as possible. Where else can a mom get three meals a day wheeled in on a tray after which someone else does all the dishes; spend as much time laying in bed as she wants; and
admiring friends and family gather ’round? The maternity ward is paradise! Enjoy!
Sarah says
Congratulations! He’s gorgeous! We have a Theo and he certainly is a spitfire! Hope you all get home soon so you can love on that bundle of cuteness.
dora Taylor says
What a beautiful baby boy! And, such a doting big sister! Life doesn’t get much better! Enjoy every moment.
Dora
Barbara says
Congrads! Luv the name! How perfect is his name. Now Clara has a real life teddy bear(since you mentioned he is furry, lol). May you all continue to be blessed.
Instants de Louise says
Welcome in our world, little Teddy !
Kellie says
Congrats on your very perfect son. What a ripper!!!!! xx
Caroline says
Congratulations from France ! He looks adorable. :)
Arati says
OOOH! One of my favourite names from Little Women! Awesome!
So cute! All the best you five!
April says
First thought upon seeing the first picture: “Oh, he looks like John!” :)
Congratulations, all!
Sandra says
Gorgeous boy! Congratulations. On of your two very best projects :)
Sandra says
I have two as well, and now I can’t spell! ONE of your two very best projects!
Johanna says
Sending a big congratulations to your sweet family! Teddy is a handsome little guy, and I love that Clara has taken claim on him as her own, I would too! ;) how wonderful to have a smooth delivery… Will pray for a speedy recovery as well! many blessings to you, petersik family! <3
Heather says
Yaaaay! What a handsome little fella!!!
esther says
Ohhh, what wonderful news — congratulations y’all!! So happy to read the c-section went smoothly as well and Sherry is feeling well. Rest up well!
Israa says
Congratulations! He is absolutely beautiful and the name is adorable!
Really glad for you guys!
P.s. Is it weird that I feel like an aunt?
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, not at all! You guys are so sweet and we are so grateful for all of the thoughts and kind words. This little man has us in awe.
xo
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Meagan says
So excited and happy for you all!
Thank you for allowing us to share in your joy xx