BRINGING OUR BABY HOME FROM THE NICU 🥺 | 11 weeks in 30 minutes

Hi, we are Harriet and Mauro and in February 2021 we bought an abandoned smallholding in Castellón, Spain. In these videos we share our life as we restore and improve our little stone house, learn to grow and preserve our own food, and bring our 4 acres of farmland back to productivity.
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Music in this video:
Yrsa - Infinity Ripple
Onthou - Ever So Blue
A Nightingale's Journey - Wanderer's Trove
In Smaller Pieces - Line Neesgaard
A Day at a Time - Ludlow
I Don't Wanna Close My Eyes - Loving Caliber
There's a New Day - Staffan Carlen
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[@universe1313]

I am sure I am not the only one who cried when you got the news that he was coming home and when you went to pick jim up. The three of you have come a long way,not it is time to enjoy ❤❤❤

[@annetjievz]

Yup. Blubbered my way through the video from that point until the end. ❤

[@sherryc2443]

I cried too. This was such an emotional and heart warming video. Welcome home sweet baby. He is beautiful.

[@mariaisabeliglesias4264]

Muchas felicidades chicos y bienvenido a casa Santi, es precioso , y ya está criadooooo!!!!hermosooooo❤❤❤❤❤

[@visakaweerasinghe4236]

Me too ❤

[@margaritamanresacapo2540]

Enhorabuena familia , me encanto el video , muy emocionante toda las situaciones que habéis tenido que pasar para llegar a este hermoso momento , un millón de abrazos 🤗 💚 💕 😊

[@mickeydockx3389]

Dear Harriet and Mauro. I cried like a baby when finally you brought your son home. It felt as your baby was also part of my family. I wish your little family all the best. You deserve it.

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

Tears and excitement for you all. Congratulations on the fantastic news that baby is finally home. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@sandrabremner-8542]

So true. They deserve all happiness and good wishes. Xx

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

Thank you ♥

[@infopubs]

Maybe you didn't cry on Santi's car ride home, but I sure did! I can't imagine how hard this has been for your little family, but I'm so glad this new chapter of togetherness at the farmstead has begun. Sending all my wishes for health and happiness to you!

[@PeterPazucha]

It’s been half a century since my wife and I were at your stage in life but we are inspired by your spirit, love, and heart. I’m sure your family will prosper with parents like you. ❤

[@Diosanaoli]

Nadie podrá decir que Mauro no trabaja en la casa vaya currada! Enhorabuena que felicidad verle en casa ❤

[@MauroGestoso]

Voy a enmarcar este comentario.

[@Sweet-Aloha]

You two are remarkable... So ideally matched --It's so sweet to witness love in action with such gentleness and patience. My Heart is singing for you with Santiago's home coming 🥳🎊🎼 He's a blessing... And we all get to feel it✨🤍✨ Thank you Harriet and Mauro for shining your brilliant light even and especially in the face of darkness...Be, Injoy and Celebrate with your sweet family in your lovely Little Spanish Farmstead🩵🥳🩵

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

♥️♥️

[@morethandaisysmom434]

Congratulations! All 3 of you have been warriors. Just amazing.

[@elenaromero8604]

Os podría decir muchas cosas....pero he decidido resumirlas en sólo una palabra: AMOR ❤️. Qué más se puede decir. Ah, sí, otra: CAMPEONES💪

[@bellab1973]

What a great episode - I am so glad that Santi is home at last. What a journey you have all had! Looking forward to seeing him grow up on your farmstead.

[@elenarobles9999]

¡Qué alegría que Santi ya esté en casa! Un abrazo, familia.

[@pnunezaguila]

That baby will grow in a healthy environment and a lovely home.

[@IRSA1]

My goodness,you really have gone through hell and back over the past few months ! But looking at your beautiful, bright eyed little boy coming at last to the cosy loving home in which he is going to have the good fortune to be brought up, suddenly ,everything is perfect in the world . Just enjoy those precious early months together… ❤❤❤

[@bellaloba2684]

Oh almost forgot to mention how healthy and happy he looks , and also how adorably plump and beautiful your little Santi is!

[@michaldye7813]

Yippee!!!!! Mini baby!! And they get to be babies for a while…. Your love is going to be unmatched with this one!

[@meglange3595]

Congratulations and Welcome Home Santi!! The moment when you guys hugged and kissed at the wonderful news of his homecoming was so very precious. I rejoice with you!! 🥰 I have always loved the atmosphere of your little farm and home. And now all the more as you've worked so hard to turn your home into such a lovely and cozy space. Well done. It just makes me smile. I wish you the very best as you start this new journey. Good health to all and joy and happiness as you grow together. One again, welcome home sweet little boy 👼. I can't wait to see you toddling about the garden with your mum. 🥰 🍂🌾♥️🌾🍂

[@freedomforestlife]

Really happy for guys that you are all home together - You've worked so hard and the resilience you both show is inspiring 💚

[@christiannemayer6062]

You finally can be family on a homestead. He is beautiful and loved.❤️🙏

[@juliad1768]

Dear Harriet and Mauro I cried once he was home with you, enjoy watching your little man grow up, God bless the three of you xxx

[@normamurray4450]

Oh my that little boy is so handsome and so alert! Welcome home little man and congratulations Mom and Dad!

[@flowersfantasy9686]

Welcome home beautiful boy, he looks so big now. You must be so happy to finally have him home. ❤

[@pattykelly6621]

Its just so wonderful that you were able to bring Santi home. Congratulations! Mauru did so much work. You both did. I love the floor tile in your bedroom. Enjoy your family and home

[@annmcnamara8]

Thank you for donating your milk for premature babies My eldest daughter Oliva was premature she is 53 year old now What a beautiful wonderful lady she is

[@geriromero2236]

How wonderful and exciting. There will be times when you just stare at him, such a miracle! God is good. Congratulations!

[@ailishadoyle4660]

So happy you and little Santi are reunited. What a little legend! He will do very well now, you guys don't do it easy! Wishing you all the very best for the future... and don't worry his a fighter! Almost 70 years ago, I was born 3 months premature, 1 lb 1 and half ounce...still here and counting my blessings. ❤❤❤

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

Wow, that's tiny 🥺

[@ailishadoyle4660]

@@LittleSpanishFarmstead unfortunately not anymore ! Lol.

[@petro3441]

Santiago is so beautiful. Thankyou Lord for keeping him safe through everything. Congrats mum and dad on the beautiful improvements on the house❤❤❤ Enjoy every moment of being parents. It is a true honour and experience.

[@elisabethbenders-hyde5286]

You may not have felt like you were going to cry when he came home, but I cried. Oh so happy for all of you. Enjoy introducing him to your new life together.

[@anadorsamp3560]

Sois geniales, a pesar de vuestra preocupación por Santi habéis seguido adelante sin parar de trabajar en vuestro hogar. Me alegro muchísimo que estéis al fin Juntos!.❤❤❤

[@elizabethb8789]

Welcome home little man! I’m so happy for you guys. 2023 has been a rough year. I wish you guys peace and happiness in the future. Also amazing job on all the projects while all of this was going on. You guys are troopers!

[@mariaherrera-yn8vy]

Llorando estoy viendo este vídeo tan especial. Enhorabuena papás y todo mi cariño y mejores deseos para un bebé tan especial como lo es Santi. Seguro que tenéis un montón de angelitos por la finca cuidando de vosotros. Qué milagro es la vida ❤

[@Gummmibaer]

Its really good to see yall sane and home together for the first time. Im really glad Santi is healthy after this very early birth.

[@kerrywynn1949]

Beautiful music. One day when you are older you will look back on this and wonder how you ever had the energy to do it all. Well done. I am so proud of you both. 🦋

[@deltorres2100]

Happy Tears …you son is Home ..✝️🙏🏽♥️💙

[@marinafriedman8416]

I finally got to watch the big home coming! Oh my gosh tears of joy streaming down my face!!! Harriet and Mauro I'm so happy for you! You have such a handsome little fella 😀 I loved how he finally got to wear his going home clothes...what a precious little bumpkin! I also love how you have changed your home. Mauro making sure everything is perfect for you and Santi is priceless! Love it!! ⭐⭐⭐💜

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

♥️♥️

[@CarolineD1967]

This will be a video to show Santiago when he is older! Congratulations and well done!

[@donnaprice1288]

I'm so happy Santi is home where he belongs! Enjoy every moment.

[@nezsi5695]

I started watching your videos mid July 22, after having a major open heart surgery at 28yr, when I came back home I was in bed for 3 months and I binge watched all your videos. I had found out in 2016 that I was born with a heart disease and I was given 5years only, but in July 2022 everything changed for the better,. But I had an infection after the surgery, we entered January with my chest still healing and in March 2023, 7 months after my operation, I found out I was pregnant, it was unexpected since we were sure I could not get pregnant. And although you and I had different reasons for having a difficult and painful pregnancy, you comforted me so much these last months, and knowing you did it, made me feel safe. I think your channel was recommended to me so I could have someone to relate too, I could have somewhere to feel embraced. It's been such a crazy year and you guys have kept me company all this time. I am so happy to see Santi home,.I can only imagine how relieved you feel knowing that you can now relax, and knowing you guys gave your best at all times. I applaud you and I feel much more relaxed knowing soon enough my baby will be here and all I went through will also be worth it. It has been so extremely hard, but then again, you have no idea how much you guys made me feel throughout this year. Thank you so much for your company, thank you so much for sharing your story. And what started with house renovation videos that I love watching lead to something much bigger x... this is not about me just to clarify, this is me thanking you for being there for me even without knowing about it! My husband is also spanish but we're in the UK I hope one day once my little boy arrives I we can get to meet you guys and I can get to give you a big hug, and thank you face to face xxx

[@erikalouwrens3992]

I am so very, very happy that precious Santi is home xxx

[@cary2223]

Congratulations that Santiago is finally home! Such a sweet homecoming! Enjoy your precious baby! ❤

[@carollloydjones1313]

Welcome home beautiful little man! We've been waiting for you 💙 May you live a happy, healthy life with your loving, caring mummy and daddy👪 xx

[@-ananda-]

Ohhhh que lindo Santiago, como nos alegramos de verte y de que estés en casa con tus papis y agregados 💚‼️🌷🪻🎈🎉✨️🍀 Cuantos preciosos vídeos nos esperan en tu compañía 💚 Gracias por mostrarnos éstos entrañables momentos y enhorabuena papás porque ya está en casa Santiago💚

[@biancan3257]

I cried tears of joy seeing you cutting the hospital bracelet and getting him ready to go home! My nephew stayed at NICU for more than a year and I know it's really hard. Nowadays he is all grown, he is thirteen...time flies and very good things are yet to come for you guys ❤❤❤ really happy to see you all together 😍

[@strwbrryfinchy]

I’m so proud of little Santi and his parents for finally making it home all together! Let the new adventures begin 😊😊

[@michellegoodwyn5696]

Your son is beautiful. Good job mom and dad!❤

[@graciela1146]

En Argentina es el día de la madre hoy 15...asique Harriet feliz día y también muchas felicidades a los dos por la llegada de Santi al hogar... 🏠❤️☺️

[@wendybishop2421]

So so happy your all home together now.This made me sob happy tears for you😢

[@mafish7962]

Beautiful video, Harriet and Mauro! Congratulations on bringing Santiago home! Enjoy your cuddles ❤️❤❤ Laura ❤️❤️❤️

[@alvaalvarado2587]

Que bien, Santiago en casa, ahora a disfrutar de el y tener mas tranquilidad

[@calleachbeare5173]

Well, I cried. Blessings be upon his little head.

[@yaelsoussan7554]

I'm sitting here all teared up as you settle on the newly made bed in your cosy bedroom. I love to see Mauro's proud smile as you entered your house! Wishing you all good health, strength and sleep! Take care of yourselves

[@mariettafocke9276]

My heart is so happy for you three. Be happy every day if you can. Life is actually beautiful. Greetings from South Africa

[@victoriamafrank4600]

Oh how beautiful. ❤ welcome home Santi to a lovely new bedroom to sleep in. Your kitchen looks great. You two are amazing.

[@gardening50]

glad other people were crying! It brought back so many memories for me, over 30 years ago! You are never ready, never. Just go with the flow and enjoy your new baby. You both work so very hard and the house looks lovely

[@FrankDohrin]

Thank you so much for this wonderful clip, Harriet! What a joy to see your son laughing! To see you both happy after all suffering. Feared the worst during the last two weeks ... Bless all three of you !!!

[@nanyta34]

Después de la tormenta siempre viene la calma, felicidades, que alegría que Santi ya este bien y en casa con el calor y amor de mamá y su papá, bueno ahora a disfrutarlo y descansar ❤❤❤

[@gerryryan1372]

I am so happy, at home where you 3 belong. Ye have done wonderful. Santiago is beautiful baby boy xx

[@bfox5767]

I couldn't help but cry watching your video. What a beautiful story. Santiago will know how much he is loved by both of you.

[@robynclarke5274]

I am so excited your baby Santiago is going home. Please enjoy this very precious time as much as you can. He's so gorgeous. Thank you for sharing these precious moments.

[@kb3716]

Well, I cried! Through the whole video but totally lost it at the end. SO HAPPY FOR YOUR LITTLE FAMILY! Much love and well wishes. 💗💗💗

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

♥️

[@annetjievz]

Aww, don't worry, I got emotional for you guys. 😊 Welcome home Santi. From a very proud and grateful Aunty at the bottom end of Africa. Love, light and blessings to you all. ❤

[@alanhalford9707]

My wife and I,were overwhelmed by how far you have both come on your journey and yes you should be proud of what you have achieved,big hugs and kisses to both of you and lots of extra hugs and kisses to your little miracle Santiago ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jacquipettitt3389]

Congratulations lovely people on surviving this traumatic journey, and bringing your beautiful boy home. Things can only get better, and I wish you all every happiness in the years to come ❤

[@jessicamorrell4713]

Congratulations ❤ Every new momma needs a spa day, Harriet needs a spa day ❤

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

yes please! 😂

[@jbyrd2516]

Beautiful. Thanks for including us. Be well!!! 💚💚💚

[@lidijabirsa7768]

Welcome home Santiago 💙💙💙 May you always be happy and healthy sweet lil boy! 🙏 🍀

[@andreavandergeest]

What a rollercoaster you guys have been going through! Not only these 11 weeks, but before that also. Now he is home and I hope you can enjoy him and your new family life 🥰

[@user-po2oe4tr4m]

Hi Harriet, Mauro and Santiago, I wish you all the best of luck.

[@norweminguerfochnare9921]

Me alegra mucho ver este vídeo y que por fin Santi esté en casa. No pierdo imaginar cómo estaríais en estas últimas semanas de incertidumbre. Enhorabuena, familia ❤️

[@karenabendshien846]

I cried happy tears for you! Enjoy every precious moment, things will wait for you, and in time you will settle into a new routine. Right now just soak in all the goodness and blessings. 🙏

[@brackleydesigns529]

So happy for you all that Santi is finally home ❤

[@margaretbacon7874]

I am so happy to hear your baby is coming home at last. I wish you all the best and I am sure everything will go well for you ❤🎉

[@staypositive6984]

Congratulations🎂Welcome to the new addition of the family♥️

[@petercarbutt3706]

been praying for that lad,God bless u 3

[@glennpamellayahudim4638]

So happy for your little family! The baby is beautiful, also the house looks amazing..you both have done a super job..❤ I cried with joy...

[@ellielizhavenofbless945]

Oh he's so precious 💞 congratulations on his graduation from the NICU and bringing him home! ❤

[@asgeirandersen]

Wellcome to your land Santiago. after 11 weeks you where Harriet and Mauro brave parents.

[@angelesgallo921]

Que alegria que tengais a Santi con vosotros,es un campeon.Mucha suerte y muchas dosis de amor en esta etapa de crianza

[@rebekkahaas9686]

we did all the crying for you! Congratulations on Santi's homecoming.

[@shar71on]

Welcome home Santi 👶what a beautiful life you will have ❤

[@ephphathaoracle]

He’s so precious! You two are equally precious. Sending love, calm, peace over you and your home. Normal to be nervous, as you well know. You are to be commended for how hard you worked to prepare. Much love❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@deborahlee8135]

❤❤❤ OMG, the FEELS are immense right now. Such a huge, amazing, scary, wonderful journey you've had in the last 12 months and a beautiful nest you've made to bring Santi home to. 🏡 Celebrate, celebrate, celebrate 🎉🎉🎉 Time for rest, new routines at home, lots of loving and learning. 🥰 Thank you for allowing us to be part of it. Oh and the music this video i loved so much, normally i prefer none.

[@ninemoonplanet]

Now it's getting up every few hours, changing the diaper, washing bum, dressing again, and finally feeding. Remember to take care of yourselves, Santi needs you both well and aware. Nap as much as you can, it saves you from drying up the milk. It won't take very long for Santi to outgrow clothes, especially once babies start gaining weight and strength. Good to see you both smiling, it's definitely been a long road. Celebrate 🥂.

[@teedub1990]

I was smiling the entire episode. I'm so pleased for you both.

[@judyfisher8370]

Beautiful baby son! Reminds me of our journey with our premie.

[@melissacroce9161]

porfi como llore cuando santi mira a su mami y le sonrie!!! no puede ser mas hermoso!! amo que vean olga (L) deberian hacerles una entrevista :) les deseo lo mejor fuerte fuerte fuerte fuerte fuerte fuerte fuerte

[@jraphael7044]

So happy to see you bring Santi home. Sounds like I wasn't alone in crying. Thank you for sharing your journey. Sending you all love x

❤ Your dog has been waiting for the little human brother. 😊

[@suewhipp6228]

I am so overjoyed with all., so emotional for you both, happy tears are flowing. It's been such a rough time for you, but blessings to the future for your little family may Santi bring many smiles, joy and happiness to you both. We as your outside family as per comments are overjoyed overwhelmed and emotionally attached to you. Much Love and many happy days to you both.

[@deehalpern8988]

The next chapter of your life begins. Enjoy every precious moment ❤

[@julieannecook-artist]

So lovely to see bring baby home . Brought tears of joy to my eyes ❤❤❤

[@veronicabalfourpaul2288]

Oh what a journey for all three.

[@shirleygreaves9650]

A beautiful video. Santiago is very beautiful I can see both of you in him. I’ve watched your journey from the start and I remember when you were told you couldn’t have a home birth how upset you were with the news, births are very unpredictable and as you’ve learnt the main thing is a safe birth and a healthy baby whether born at home or in hospital. I hope you all have a happy, healthy life from now on. I look forward to seeing baby Santiago grow in each video. Lots of love and good wishes. xxx

[@earthmotherwithin]

Santi looks so big now! You have all done so well under difficult circumstances. Hoping you can all get some rest and peace now

[@marykelly9698]

I watched my daughter and soninlaw with my precious grandaughter in the i c u for 10 weeks nicu for 6 weeks and my heart goes out to any young couple experiencing this nightmare , god bless yous ❤

[@LittleSpanishFarmstead]

Sorry to hear that x

[@luisaleonardi666]

All the blessings to this lovely reunited family of three. Santiago Is the greatest love and everything you have been fixing for him to come home is also greatest love.❤❤❤

[@mirandaandrea8215]

Wow what a amazing couple you are! The emotional roller coaster you have been on must have been really tough for you both! Wonderful he is home at last! Blessings to you all! ❤

[@amberohara9133]

Oh my goodness I just cried! Getting to see him and knowing you guys can finally bring the lil guy home! ❤ he’s so precious 🥲

[@angelaprovencher7150]

Welcome home Santi. Harriet and Mauro your son is so precious. I'm so happy for y'all that he is now home with his wonderful parents. Y'all will be awesome parents . Now y'all just love on Santi and don't worry about anything else. Happy tears and lots of prayers for your sweet little family.

[@mjkrech]

Welcome home, Santi! So happy for your sweet family!

[@gloriawaters1455]

So so pleasedthat beautiful son is home with you all the very best take care stay safe 🎉❤

[@SheriLynNut]

Oh I’m so so very happy for your family! I was near tears when you brought him out of the hospital. Blessings upon you three; health, happiness, and much much love.

[@magigi2416]

Ok i cried during that call about the discharge with the hospital im so happy for you guys 🎉❤ welcome home baby Santi