16 - 18 Week Pregnancy Update/ 2nd Pregnancy

[@kaitlunatwood5383]

So happy youre back. I always wanted my children around 3 years apart as well. However it turned out much different and my two boys are 11 months apart. They now 2&3 are the best of friends and able to connect, have conversations, play together.

[@RewiredforJoy]

I found your videos years ago and was hooked on the way you talked about motherhood, I just had my first baby in November (a beautiful freebirth) and I'm so excited to keep learning from you 💖

[@inezasari]

Have been dying to see KZbin videos come back!!! and love that you’re doing pregnancy updates 😍 Sending so much love xxx

[@martadavis7783]

I'm very interested to see the video sharing your thoughts on the age difference between siblings! Congratulations on your pregnancy :)

[@hllymchll]

same! she seemed like there were specific reasons. I'm curious cause I always wanted to pop mine out close together 😂 I only have one so far

[@klaudiaw6562]

It's so moving to listen to you. All of these things resonate with me so so much. I love that you are on YT. In this world we need more positive energy like that. Thanks so much 💖

[@chozen.x]

I am soooo happy that you are creating content for KZbin again! I personally enjoy a balance of both the informative videos and the day to day vlogs! Its so enjoyable getting to see Donovan and the relationship/friendship/parent-child dynamic the two of you have and we cannot wait to see how you will introduce a new routine with the baby! So excited for more content!

[@sabrinawright3544]

I am so happy for you. 😭 I'm 8 weeks and 5 days pregnant with my first after a successful IVF cycle and 3.5 years of trying. I discovered your channel in the earlier part of my trying to conceive journey when I started searching for "something else" when it came to how I wanted to raise my children. It is because of you that I even discovered respectful parenting and I am eternally grateful. I'm so thrilled that you're back. 😄❤

[@RewiredforJoy]

Congratulations on your pregnancy ❤️ 🎉

[@gg-mg7mc]

Fellow IVF mama here. Congrats!!!!

[@tayalashae8772]

congratulations!! you and your channel are what inspired me to be a conscious parent, which in turn has helped me be a conscious person. thank you for being inspirational! as a single mom i feel understood, and watching your videos helps me feel like me and my girl will be okay

[@annikarae6803]

Congratulations Kait, I have watched your videos since the beginning - my RIE Queen! You seem very happy. As a single mom of my own little toddler boy, this just makes my heart happy.

[@emmericdupreez]

I missed you! Congratulations and I can't wait to watch your video about the age gap between siblings and everything you plan on sharing in your new chapter!

[@ssarabia21]

smiled so big to see you back! congrats on your growing family & sending all the love & best wishes for you & baby girl during your pregnancy 💗

[@ChanTall731]

So happy you are back!!!!!!!!!!! You are the root of my entire parenting journey. Found your videos years ago before I had my son and have been using RIE and so many other useful tips you have shared. You are a beautiful soul and I cant wait to see what is next for you. Also I am saving up for your parenting guide! :)

[@jordanlee5586]

Welcome back Kate, so happy you are doing well and coming back to the YT sphere.❤️🙏🏾 Congrats congrats congrats!!!🤗

[@shelbyfletcher3763]

Kate, I’m so happy to hear from you again- and CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SECOND PREGNANCY! I just had my second in August and it had been an emotional rollercoaster as well. I am so excited for your journey back into babyhood

[@klaudiaw6562]

I love seeing such compassion and interesting people. Light & Love 💚

[@brib3967]

I also LOVE how you mentioned vit E oil for stretch marks. The idea of it being “hereditary” isn’t accurate at all because anyone can get stretch marks if they aren’t being pro active with the proper skin nourishments & anyone can just as easily avoid them. Maybe not easily because it does depend on weight gain as well, a major factor depending on your size/body mass but as an example of how it’s NOT hereditary; my first baby I had ZERO marks. None. Not even a trace of any blemish anywhere. I lathered in vit E oils along with others. Multiple times a day. Not just once. All over. Hips, legs, upper torso, belly, breast etc. My 2nd baby..... SO many stretch marks. Didn’t use anything on my skin consistently or anywhere near as often as the first time around & I also gained MUCH more weight. Started off pregnancy at a higher weight as well for my heigh/body mass. I wasn’t using the belly support wedge which I also think played a huge role in saving my skin with the first pregnancy. Not the body pillow for comfort, I mean the Boppy foam wedge that goes under the bottom side of your belly. I had to get a separate boppy support pillow for my legs to keep my hips aligned but the foam wedge was something I regret not using the 2nd pregnancy. VIT E oil all the way! If you use anything at all, it needs to be Vit E. Not coconut oil or coco butter... Those are great in addiction👌 but E is essential & the most pure. I also used burts bees mama belly oil along with their thick body butter. I coated myself in all of it with my firstborn haha. Not the 2nd & man did I pay.....

[@alekk6956]

First of all congratulations on your new pregnancy!!! Welcome back! And thank you so much, I found your channel when I was pregnant with my first in 2019, you introduced me to the beautiful, respectful world of RIE parenting , Magda Gerber, and Visible Child. I am 💯 on board for the ride and excited to follow your journey. Donovan is hands down going to be the best big brother, he will love on his little sister like nothing else!

[@dovile.n.g]

Warmest congratulations! And welcome back to YT, your journey is a book worthy, and I am always looking forward for the content from you - so much light, wisdom and inspiration 🙏🏻❤️

[@AshleyUphues_]

Omg, congratulations! I’ve been following you for so long, I am genuinely so happy for you! You are an amazing soul, so blessed to find you! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💗💗💗

[@ashrossetto4213]

I love your honesty in this! So beautiful. We had a homebirth for our second with some amazing midwives and it was so incredible. I’m so so excited for you xx

[@moyraattwood-smith7854]

So glad you are back! Missed you so much.

[@MS-sv9mc]

Congrats!!! I’m so so happy for you and you’re family ❤️

[@nickilovesson6499]

So so happy and excited for you!! Also: Can’t wait to dig deeper into the home birthing thing. Love it! ❤️❤️❤️

[@themellowmama]

Ahhhh it's going to be so great... Fingers crossed my midwife will appear on camera! :)

[@melissaleppard5412]

Congratulations! I’m so excited to follow along on this journey with you and your beautiful family. Pregnancy is so amazing and such a gift!! I started watching your channel when Donovan was a few years old so can’t wait to start from the beginning again with you 🥰

[@Randib00]

I haven’t seen your videos in sooo long!!! I literally forgot I was subscribed to u! Missed u!! ❤️

[@dshannon1038]

Girl, it's so cold here in FL most days. January and February are the coldest months, but I'm hoping for some random warm days for you. I'm so happy for your new chapter! God bless.

[@themellowmama]

That is a lieeeee 😂 It was 12 degrees in Ohio when I filmed this- 45 is a WARM day for us

[@brib3967]

As grateful as I am for my two beautiful babies & how close they are in age, I do find myself often wishing they had been further apart in age. I always assumed I’d have just ONE child, which wasn’t planned the first time around but the 2nd DEFINITELY wasn’t planned or anticipated, especially so soon. I tell myself they will benefit from being close in age as they grow older together because it will create a closer bond but - I KNOW if they had been further apart, it would’ve been SO much easier on us. Everything happens as it’s designed to & what’s meant to be will be but I am looking forward to your video on specific details as to WHY you advocate for a bigger age gap. It just felt way too soon for me, I actually broke down in the kitchen (panic mode) after finding out I was pregnant again the 2nd time since my daughter had only just turned 1. It really stressed me out. Wasn’t as positive of an experience during my 2nd pregnancy either because of the stress. She was my world & there was no way I could fathom diving my time in order to give the attention they both deserve. I still find it to be a daily struggle & battle, for all of us really. It’s hard, as much as they light up my life, it’s really really tough sometimes, having 2 within 2 years. Some say the closer the better, which may be true but everyone is different. Mine butt-heads often but also are super affectionate & helpful towards each other. I remember fighting with my little sister CONSTANTLY when we were little but we were actually even further apart in age - over 4 years! I thought maybe that’s because we were too far apart in age to be able to relate to anything or get along. Then there’s always sibling competition. Apparently that happens regardless of how close they are. Different dynamics work for different people but I agree with you 100% that 5yrs is probably IDEAL & so perfect✨👍👌 I can’t wait to watch ! Congratulations on your baby GIRL🌸😭

[@TheChloe2487]

I have to say, i find it a tad insensitive even if not your intention, to say nausea can be a sign of potential ill health. I had Hyperemesis Gravidarum for my entire pregnancy which is believed to be related to rising HCG levels not at all health related. I was violently ill and unless you’ve experienced it, it’s hard to explain how debilitating it can be. I appreciate the information and point you are making, however it’s a sensitive topic for many HG sufferers and one to be mindful of.

[@ivanajongbloed7884]

You’re back :-) Looked forward for a long time. Beautiful honest video. Lots of love from the Netherlands

[@FreelyRootedPodcast]

Thank you for the shoutout! You are GLOWING mama, missed your presence on here!

[@lindseyleggio6182]

Congratulations Kait! Can't wait to learn more from you as you transition to a mother of two.

[@MegaHoneybunny93]

Congratulations Kait!! So excited for y’all

[@VI-cb7eu]

congratulations! i also felt my daughter at 13 or 14 weeks.😍😍😍😍 my doctor said it was probably just my gut, but i knew it was my baby

[@themellowmama]

This makes me so happy! It’s so bizarre how we’ve been conditioned as women to basically listen to everyone and anyone but ourselves regarding our bodies- Looking back I’m like, “why did I even need someone else to make that okay for me to feel certain about?!”

[@PlantsandPaints]

Congratulations! Lots of love to You and Your family. So exciting. You're one of my favorite YT, I don't know why, but just love Your vibe and educational content. So whenever You post it's like birthday and christmas combined. Please post more. Take care.

[@Sama-yd4cl]

So happy you’re back on KZbin and so looking forward to all of your future videos! P.S. You are glowing & your bump is beautiful, mama 💛

[@AlmostHomeChannel]

Congrats! Happy to see you are back. It’s kind of fun to be on this journey at the same time, I’m 15 weeks now, hopeful for our rainbow baby 💕 planning a home birth as well. Praying all goes well 🙏✨

[@brittanycoleman247]

The pep talk about being beautiful made me tear up 🥲

[@healthyhealthyholly6599]

Yay thank you for this video! We’re due “month” twins, and it’s so nice following a long!

[@Morochis]

Yayy I’m so excited! I’m probably going to wait to have my next baby when my daughter is 5 just like you! I like the age gap idea too.

[@tayknbaykn]

Oh my goodness! You sacred vessel!!! My heart is so full watching this video 🧡 I am in the mindful preconception process at the moment (my first is 18 months and we are dreaming of a 3 year age gap). Can’t wait for your deep dive into the benefits of the 3-5 year gap! I’m just starting my journey as a postpartum doula and was wondering- would you share a bit about how you plan to approach that deeply sacred and tender time?! I’m sure you’ve read it but The First Forty days is my favorite gateway drug to all things conscious postpartum and I truly believe that experiencing bliss in our postpartum is our birthright. Going to sign up for your course as part of my preconception regime 🙌 can’t wait! Thank you for your offerings, they are soul filling!

[@tayknbaykn]

ALSO, will you be doing EC again with your daughter? Your videos introduced me to the concept and we’ve been practicing EC part-time since day 1!

[@orsolyasipos4573]

Congratulations dear Kaitlin🎇🎇🎇 I am so excited for you and your family ❤️ I have noticed that you are taking beef liver supplement, please do some more research on vitamin A as liver contains high dose of that, which could be potentially harmful. I really do not want to scare you and I do not know the numbers, just I wanted to mention it to you as liver is not recommended during pregnancy in the UK. All the very very best ❤️❤️❤️

[@themellowmama]

Aw thank you so much! I feel fantastic and have found that liver is possibly THE most nutrient-dense food anyone can consume at any time, but especially during pregnancy. You might love Nourishing Traditions, one of the books I recommended! ❤

[@epayne]

😍😍😍😍 congrats, Momma!!! That's so exciting🖤

[@matthewcarrubba2976]

Congrats to you on getting to 18wks in your pregnancy and hope everything is going well for you during your pregnancy and hope your unborn baby is healthy and growing and my thoughts and prayers are with you for a safe and healthy pregnancy and God bless you all and stay safe and healthy. Love 💘 guys so much 💘 ❤️ ❤️

[@LoveandLifeFromHeather]

Welcome back! It is so fun to see you again. I had found you when I was pregnant with my first-born son, who is now 4 and a half! I would be interested in learning more about the supplements you mentioned that you are taking. Are they generic supplements that all pregnant women should take, or are they for specific things (always consulting with their doctor first, of course)? Just curious since you listed them. Praying for a smooth and wonderful pregnancy and delivery for you!

[@ljaycee]

Love ur content! So happy for u! XoXo

[@vanjastevanovic5847]

Congratulations! Im also pregnant, 36th week, so just a few more weeks to go. Its my second child, I have a 4 year old boy. 😊

[@ria19710]

You’re glowing ❤️

[@DelilahMatilda]

Oh my goodness I didn’t know you met someone 😭 💕

[@taraschmidl5491]

My seventh child and I share a birthday. The most amazing birthday present! She’ll be turning 3 and I 42 this year!

[@Anita-zg5be]

Congratiulations Kait, cool your back😃. I have two Boys 4 years and 2 Month old and 22 Month old and I know now what you mean by age gap and so on! I wanted a small age gap and I wanted 2 Boys. It was really hard at the beginning aspatially for our first Child. At that time our Family had much to Deal with. And many Transitions. And i am so happy we Made it. And that we and our sons are happy. And I can tell you now it is what I dreamed of. Our two Boys love each other so much and love to Play together. I am so happy That it turned out so beautiful. Sorry for my english 😃

[@ashleyoye3444]

What is your favourite breakfast during this time?

[@Jenfiaa]

Really interesting about the age gap. I wanna know why.

[@katsoutofthebox]

I'm curious to see how your son will react to the new baby. It will be a big adjustment for him for sure. One of my friends has a daughter who is 3, never been told no her entire life. They are having a hard time since their second child was born in October. The little girl is constantly screaming at her mother to put the baby down even during the night. You can imagine the chaos... Do you think she would benefit from your course? At this point she is desperate for any help.

[@keshialashay9000]

I think that being born years apart is better for me. I have a 11 year 8 year old and I'm due now August 2022

[@MS-sv9mc]

Please make a video with your midwife!

[@isabelpalmer5941]

Hi, Would you be willing to share your story of how you met your new fiance? I'm a single mother of two kids, pregnant with my 3rd (20 weeks along due date 8/29/22) and am in the middle of a divorce.(tired of toxic people) I am trying to have hope that there is a man who has the heart to recieve me and my 3 children and love us as his own. I am encouraged each time I hear of a selfless man who is willing to take on a single mother and her children.

[@Innate-mama]

I’d be super interested in a video about child spacing!

[@themellowmama]

Yes! Definitely going to dive deeper into this subject matter very soon!

[@hannahscott6604]

no that pregnancy test is positive even w faint second line

[@hollyalldridge9144]

Would love to see a video with your midwife!

[@kaytiemyers2698]

Also,if you're being a conscious parent gender is irrelevant because every child should ethically choose everything about themselves. Clothing,interests,etc. So gender is truly just a social construct.

[@danielwalker1026]

This is great advice, thank you. My baby is 2 weeks old I have left they, them, their outside for the past 2 days since I saw your comment, naked as to not offend their gender or choice. I did not want to bring them into the house either, in case they chose not to have us as a family. Waiting for they to decide what them wants to do. They stopped crying…. 6 hours ago… I am still waiting… for them to decide. Thank you for your valuable opinion and education on social constructs. If we work together all they, them, their babies will be able to choose from day 1 what to do with their life’s. And because of this, the world will be a better place because………

[@isabella1154]

Be very careful to trust any lisences midwife. They serve the state first women second. I would highly recommend looking into an authentic Birthkeeper to walk with you.

[@katsoutofthebox]

I'm curious to see how your son will react to the new baby. It will be a big adjustment for him for sure. One of my friends has a daughter who is 3, never been told no her entire life. They are having a hard time since their second child was born in October. The little girl is constantly screaming at her mother to put the baby down even during the night. You can imagine the chaos... Do you think she would benefit from your course? At this point she is desperate for any help.