PREPARE FOR A NEWBORN *THIRD TRIMESTER CHECKLIST*

[@susandooley9630]

My one & only child is going to be 44 just before Valentine’s Day & I’ve been trying to remember, I don’t think I had a diaper bag or a bag for myself for the hospital. My support was my mom, since I wasn’t married & the father didn’t want to be part of anything. I even shared a 2 bdrm apt with my mom, so my son & I shared a room. I used the bassinet that was mine when I was a baby, it seems I had it on a small dresser. Right beside it was something else from my childhood, a miniature china cabinet my step grandfather had made. I used that for baby wipes, just all kinds of things, I LOVED having it!! My son also did not like a bottle or a pacifier, I breastfed him till he was about 6 1/2 months old. Also, the last 3-4 wks, I was put on bed rest, I wasn’t supposed to be doing anything. I even had to stay in the hospital for that entire week after having him. Oh yeah, my mother brought the things I was going to need for the baby & I to go home in!!! You, my dear are going to be GREAT!!! You’ve got your husband, your boy’s & that little girl who I am sure is going to be a HUGE help!!! Just get as much rest as you can & as for me?? I’ll be here for whenever you can film, just give yourself the time YOU NEED!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mojoknows1804]

Girl, you got me choked up when you got choked up! I'm glad you had the talk with your husband, hopefully that will help to calm you a bit. I love your videos, but please take your time coming back! This is such a wonderful time in your life and you need to relax and enjoy it! We'll be here when you're ready to come back! You just take care of yourself and the blessed, miracle baby! I'm telling you right now, the Lord has big plans for that young man's life, I just know it! I'm so excited to see him! I know you are too! Take care of yourself and your sweet family!!! Many blessings to you all! ❤🙏

[@caseyjones542]

I absolutely loveeee your authenticity and that you just go with how you're feeling and are so open and vulnerable with strangers. You're awesome!!!

[@AraceliChanLifestyle]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@stacey33030]

Aww your pregnant hormones are live today😅 sending you good vibes and prayers for your sanity mama bear!! Our bodies are amazing, we are warriors!!!! (but sometimes we need to let our brain know this🥰😘😘)

[@dianarichards4499]

You are such a loving soul. I think you guys are going to be fine and come out even stronger. This time you have the boys who are older and I think are going to be a huge help. Hang in, think positive thoughts and rest. You know what..my housework waited patiently for me, lol. You'll get to it when you get to it. Much love and best wishes for an easy delivery, a healthy, happy baby and blessings to you and your beautiful family. You're a wonderful wife and mom, even when you don't know it.

[@shawtahewett6529]

Araceli, thank you so much for being so raw and honest with what you are feeling right now as you prepare for the arrival of your new baby. It takes me back to when I was getting ready to have each of my children. It is so good to know, as mothers, that we are not alone in our sometimes irrational feelings. I remember feeling some of the same emotions you are describing. Lifting you up in prayer as you prepare for the arrival of your new little man and for what they call the "fourth trimester". Thank you.

[@jackifinland1470]

Great job! And I’m glad you brought “the talk” to the surface! That subject seems to be lost with most couples! You’ve come along way and give yourself credit for all you’ve gone though and I am so proud and happy for you! You’ve got this girl!’b❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@EdwardsFamilyMemories916]

Never apologize for sharing your tears. You're awesome! So excited for you and your expanding family.

[@ShineThroughFaith]

I'm so glad to hear that you are real!! My first marriage was really rough and I can relate with you. My husband now is my best friend and love of my life. I pray for a healthy safe delivery for you and baby boy 💙👣.

[@maroonamaasante6382]

I hope you're doing well hun. Praying that your family is stronger today and thriving. 🤗

[@created2love]

I was with you when she was born and have watched her grown up into a beautiful Princess. Prayers for you and the new little Prince that is arriving soon. Love you and your entire beautiful family will be here awaiting the news of his birth. God Bless sweet Araceli and family

[@splifsis25]

Thank you for opening up. U are so real and its great to see. Sending u positive vibes.

[@amybelleheitzable]

I think it is great the you are sharing about your experiences and that your checklist includes having the “talk” everything you experienced was normal but no one tells you about it. There’s a great book called something like how not to hate your husband after having a baby. Sounds awful but it is super real and most woman and their significant others are not aware of those feelings. This checklist is great! My baby came at 34.5 weeks and I had none of this ready, I was ordering my breast pump while in labor. I think all I needed in the hospital was comfy pajamas, shampoo and conditioner, phone charger and something comfy to wear home. I had the Spectra breast pump to start with and it did not work well for me but it worked great for my friend, I think it is really depends on the person and their needs, I ended up using the Medela and that worked perfect for me.

[@krunchykari4648]

Wow! Completely unaware that ins. covered breast pumps!! Thanks for the info🙌

[@mariacovarrubias517]

Definitely split the responsibility we did that when our kids were born. Even when he started to work. Night time we took turns it’s so important for mom to get some sleep too. Good luck wishing you all the best.

[@YolandaGarcia-gb3zr]

Aww! You have a lot to be emotional for happy, sad thoughts all above. Prayers for a fast and healthy delivery

[@aprilhampton6298]

I had postpartum depression with my son. I think it was bad with him because I had a c-section with him. My daughter was born first and I didn't have any issues with her. You're allowed to be emotional, you're pregnant. I hate you had to go through that with your boys. You're a wonderful person.

[@marlasturgill8306]

Araceli I’ll be praying for you and the baby and your family.. It’s really is hard on us when we first come home from the hospital.. I know my 1st marriage I didn’t get any help and on top of that I had to go back to work 2wks early, which I needed to before I had to hurt him.. Now my 2nd marriage wow what a difference and I too took it out on him because I thought he would be the same and it’s 💯 % was totally different just wish I had of had him the first go around, some men aren’t cut out too be a daddy..Needless to say my children love him so much and that’s their dad... I know you guys will be just fine! I have too say you sure don’t look pregnant and your skin and hair is stunning you are just gorgeous... Take care my friend and just remember you have a prayer warrior praying for you and that precious baby boy...

[@TheKickshaws]

I’m glad you made this video! I’m pregnant with my first, and he’s due in eight weeks, so your checklist is very helpful! I grabbed my notebook and pen as soon as the video started. 😂

[@lindanave6390]

You hang in there sweetie! All these things are normal with pregnancy! Your body is going through a lot of hormone changing! I had very bad thoughts after my second pregnancy! I honestly thought I was going crazy. I talked with my doctor and he put me on medication to help me with all the chemical changes that I was going through. Don’t be afraid of discussing this with your doctor! It really happen quite often to women that are pregnant and even after pregnancy! There is help out there for you!! I’ll be praying for you!!

[@toneil8470]

Prayers for a healthy baby. Blessings for you and your family.

[@nancypulice1682]

I'm so happy for you. And can't wait to meet your new lil man. You look gorgeous as always. She's too cute. Shes the best

[@princessalways4eva]

Oh girl, I had the same with my daughter. No bottles for her. I got her to use a pacifier, it was a Nuk. I didn’t get a chance to really use my pump. Yes, hygiene. You look beautiful no matter what. It’s rough having been in a bad relationship. I’ve been there so I know why you feel/felt. When you are abused there will always be triggers. I pray your conversation goes well for both of you. Yes, the domino effect. Don’t apologize, you are human. Be well my friend.🤗

[@NCGirl-fs2ww]

I can't wait to meet your baby boy. My prayers for you and little baby boy for a smooth healthy birth. Did you ever share what you're naming him?

[@nancypulice1682]

Sounds like Aunt Nancy needs to come visit and help with the smooshie loves. I'll let ya know when my flight leaves 🤣🤣🤣no seriously

[@donnav9083]

Your beautiful as ever!! All will be great! Congratulations.

[@znokelley]

Praying for an easy delivery and adjustment.

[@shannonsullivan1968]

Prioritize what is left to do on your list and I think you will be just fine. Don’t stress because babies and toddlers pick up on that very easily. Just because your little girl was “a handful” doesn’t mean this little guy will be the same. He could turn out to be the definition of cool. Your boys are older now so they can help out with their little sister and the baby so let them. And above all else, relax every thing will be okay. One more thing, once the baby is older he can share a room with his big sis-not one thing wrong with that at all. 👍🏻❤️

[@IrmaPereira]

Wishing you the best of luck, when I had my son my apartment was small and my baby slept in the crib for a year in our room 🤰🤱

[@elizabethmobley5856]

Thank you for being so real on this❤️❤️

[@elizabethbenavidez3069]

I wish you all the best and don't apologize for being emotional! After ALL we go through you are entitled!! One thing that really helped me after each delivery was my mom coming over everyday and cooked for us. She would tidy up the house and there was always food on the stove. I will be forever grateful to her for that. I highly suggest asking for help with that.

[@AraceliChanLifestyle]

Thank you! That is so awesome of her to help you out like that. I have rarely heard from my mom during this pregnancy, but my in laws have been amazing and are always offering their help and support 💕

[@elizabethbenavidez3069]

@Araceli Chan Take their help especially with your daughter being so small and energized. I had 4 kids 2 years apart and 1 and a half years apart and I was exhausted, nursing and trying to take care of everything and everyone thats why I was so grateful for the help with food.

[@shellylemons]

No it is not all up to us. Unfortunately, the baby can be picky and prefer not to take the bottle and dad has no idea. Let go of the control and trust him. He will make mistakes. He will forget to look before taking off the diaper and he will not cover the gun then he will get peed on. Lol. I have been married twice. My first husband was a great dad and hands on until his death due to cancer in 2017. We were divorced. My second husband was a cautious because our daughter was so much smaller than his first two. Prepare for everything even colic. Maybe let your husband pamper you. He might need some direction but he can do it. Let go of the control and thinking that you must be in charge. Your husband is a good man and I know he is waiting to be asked.

[@ginahernandez3219]

Araceli, you looks beautiful. Sending you prayers for a safe delivery. 💙

[@suzzannelemarier3350]

So sorry you had all that inThe past. You are such a beautiful woman nice personality. All those feelings us women do have. I pray everything goes well for you. Dont worry you probably needed to get those feelings out. I'm old now 72 but I had 7 children. I know how you feel. Good luck.

[@miriamcaraballo2536]

Aracelis I hope everything been fine my prayer for you and the baby .

[@kristinecornell8649]

So excited for you! Can't wait to hear all about it.

[@MeliTX]

Real life real talk!

[@gigiowens7241]

Girl, I don't like seeing you sad. I remember in past vlogs you was 😔 I wish and pray for you a fast, safe, easy birth. You cry all you need to. May I suggest crying in the shower? If your eyes are red when you get out you can say, oh , I got a little soap in eyes!.....lol. sending BIG 🐻 hugs and lots of ❤.

[@miriamcaraballo2536]

God bless you and your family