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A special week preparing for Christmas and baby! Head to squarespace.co... to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code laura
Thank you so much for your wonderful support this year. We can't wait to welcome our baby boy and see what 2024 brings. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and New Year, I am sure you will be seeing me pop up before but I wanted to make sure I had properly signed off just incase we have an early arrival. I'll be over on my Instagram - Laura Melhuish-Sprague in the meantime! Lots of love, Laura, Oliver & Otto x
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[@carolpom6920]

I started watching you as a reno channel, but the Christmas video where you put the star on the tree on Ollie’s shoulders and he twirled you around changed everything. There was something so magical and sweet about that moment. It still seems crazy to me to be so emotionally invested in two people (and a darling pup) that I will likely never meet but here we are. I wish you great happiness and joy as we celebrate the season where we eagerly await the birth of another baby Boy. Much love. ❤️

[@emu9520]

The best is yet to come….❤

[@arvidjohansson3120]

and babe, won't it be fine? As frank said

[@annvernon6930]

Dear Laura and Ollie. As an older subscriber, I want to say how I have admired your skills in making your beautiful home. I have so enjoyed watching your progress. Wishing lots of love and happiness in your future and especially the next exciting weeks. I am certain you will be wonderful parents. I am also certain your respective parents are very proud of you. Will miss your weekly videos but will certainly look forward to anything you share with us. ❤️

[@aeobnz8532]

Thank you for all the care you put in to creating your videos it doesn’t go unnoticed. Happy holidays 🎄

[@dawnsheard4786]

Just reflecting on your year 🏠 🔨 🤵🏼‍♂️👰🏼‍♀️ 🌅 🐕 🤰🏻 🚗 all while renovating. Time to enjoy all your hard work & your new normal 👶🏻 congratulations on one amazing year.

[@KirstinLDavidson]

Well done both of you! Blessings to your family as you await the birth of your little one! ❤

[@helenalexander2567]

Laura you look amazing x You are both super heroes enjoy the festive season try and get some rest before your little bundle of joy arrives x You are going to be the most wonderful parents xxxxxx Big cuddles to Otto xxxxxx

[@pomme800]

Aaaaaah! It's been so great watching you through the years ,working so hard on your renovation,from a couple to an adorable trio, ...and soon🤰...Tada 👼❣💕🐕 👩‍🍼👨‍🍼🌟....a family of four..✨..A whole new chapter in your lives. Please update us with little snippets when you can...we have been waiting for you to be finished with the hard work and to be ready for this happy arrival for soo long. Wishing you the best, much happiness and a good birthing experience

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Ollie! I am disappointed...you didn't put Laura on your shoulders for the Christmas star 💫moment this year😂🥰💝. The rooms look fabulous. Much love to you both/all. Happy everything. Xxx

[@SeaTurtle515]

I totally support your decision to slow down and cozy in, especially at this very special time of your lives. But, I have one request. Can we please see a nursery reveal? I’ve been looking forward to that for months. Happy and Peaceful holidays to you two and little Baby. 🍂🐿️🎄

[@aliceinwonderland.2080]

Hi Laura, Ollie and Otto. I’ve followed your journey since you bought your house and the hard work you’ve gone through to make it into such a beautiful home. You and Ollie have been an absolute inspiration to all DIY folks and despite some truly difficult projects, you’ve made us feel part of this experience. You are such a great couple and deserve all the happiness in the world. With your gorgeous fur baby, Otto and awaiting the arrival of a precious new member of your family, I wish you great joy over the festive season and will look forward to seeing you again soon. Take care and a very happy Christmas and New Year.🎄🥰❤️🐾

[@samanthaostrowski6755]

Love love love you two and Otto. I've been crying tears of joy for you both. So many wonderful times ahead. I remember it so well being pregnant after a very long wait. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@annarchydeclutteranddesign413]

Congratulations Laura and Olly and Otto for getting the bedroom done! In case we don't see you again before Baby arrives - do have some wheatgerm oil on hand (sold in chemists - they may need to decant it for you) - amazing for split nipples - enabled me to continue feeding my baby - took the experience from agony to ok. And do get outside for a short walk every day if you can possibly manage it, Laura, after baby arrives, without Baby if its too cold - it will help reset your circadian rhythms and will prevent your mood slipping down. Also, banana stains - but you'll probably used avocado for Baby, being British. Wishing you joy and contentment . . . and sleep! 🙂

[@SKRIBBLEproductions]

Aw this will be lovely to watch back. The excitement before the next chapter. What a great video, you guys have got so much done before the little one arrives. Goodluck with everything I wish for good health for you and the baby ❤ cant wait for your reno videos when you're used to your new normal! What an exciting time xxxx

[@beebeebee6409]

Hi Laura, just a little tip for cleaning the slate on your fireplace and keeping it looking fresh. A little bit of baby oil on a rag brings it up like new. I've had an open fire with a slate hearth for over twenty years and have always used this method. According to my fire fitter it also is good for preventing the slate from cracking as easily over the years. Good luck with the baby. I wish you all every happiness.

[@karenashworth5743]

This is so exciting ! My great granddaughter is due to be born on 17th January. But with a family history of babies being born early I wouldn't be surprised if she appears at the end of December. Good luck with the birth, just remember it is a constructive pain , not a destructive one, and at the end of it you will have your little one. Remember to breathe your way through the pain and you will be OK. Merry Christmas xx

[@Gaynorrandz]

Laura and Ollie, you should feel so very proud of yourselves, you really have had the most incredible year. Its so nice to know that your home is all cosy and ready for your special arrival. I want to wish you both a Merry Christmas and Its going to be another special year in 2024. Put your feet up and try and have a rest to see the year out as you both deserve. Thankyou for letting us watch with you. Take care and lots of love ❤❤

[@andrewford9287]

Hello Laura & Ollie Wishing you all the best So pleased that your bedroom is nearly done What you two have achieved is nothing short of a miracle You will be incredible parents I am sure Take Care & I hope you have the best Christmas Love to all Andrew 💜💐xx

[@kellyfraser4673]

You guys make my cheeks hurt, totally impossible not to smile from start to finish watching this episode, 🥰 Otto and his wee baby brother are very lucky to have you both, I’m super excited for all of you, 🫶🏼 Merry Christmas everyone 🎄🎅🏼❤️

[@donnastfx5087]

Love your tree ornaments....and topper is beautiful. You both will be great parents with you gentle ways and your good humor. All the best

[@joansmith8613]

I will miss you so much. This is my Friday highlight. I wish you good luck with welcoming your son. Everything looks so good. I hope you can just enjoy it for a while before you start the next project. Please keep us updated on how you all are doing and especially when baby arrives. Merry Christmas and love to you both. ❤

[@suziejames7510]

Can't believe I've been following you for over 5 years. How far you've both come. Otto is the cutest dog I've ever seen, his fur looks so soft and thick. So pleased you didn't get on Ollies shoulders this year to put the star on the top of the tree 😂😂. All the best for a lovely Xmas and hope the birth goes smoothly.xxx

[@loissaedder2214]

Next Christmas will be interesting with a mobile baby and all those sparkly, delicate decorations. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

[@tracyalberts2330]

Aaaaaw lots of love and Christmas wishes to you all ! I for 1 have thoroughly enjoyed all of your content 🥰 I can't wait for you to introduce us to your new baby boy but in the meantime take it easy and enjoy your last few weeks of freedom 😉 All the best 😘 xx

[@jojenks8688]

I was just thinking back to previous Christmas tree episodes with you sat on Ollie’s shoulders! Well done Otto ! Sending best wishes to you both, try and get some rest in before baby comes. Sending love and Christmas wishes to you all xx

[@juliecarns]

So excited for you both! ❤

[@margotwelland2459]

Best wishes for the new baby and making the best memories 🫶🏻

[@colleendaub1518]

Such an exhilarating time in your lives. Enjoy every moment. Happy holidays.

[@judithdomangue9995]

I am glad that you are feeling so well. Your home is nearly done, and the journey to get to this point has been very interesting. My eldest child was born a week late, on December 27, so I know what that is like. I think you will enjoy your beautiful home while you are raising your son, and I know you and Ollie will be terrific parents.

[@susananthonypeagram584]

Thank you for sharing, so enjoyed getting completely absorbed in your infectious happiness. Wishing you both and Otto the very best for your new arrival, enjoy! 😘

[@tracycoleman7931]

I'm gonna miss u two😢 Wishing u all the best and hopefully c u 4 soon! Ps. ur thumbnail would make a great Christmas card!!😊

[@dggigi]

Have a beautiful, peaceful Christmas and a short labor. Everything looks great! Kudos to you both for all the work this year.

[@christinedekay1297]

So much progress. You guys are rockstars!

[@sheiladouglas5258]

May God continue to bless you in all things. 🙏🏻❤️

[@belleharvey]

I think I'm due at pretty much exactly the same time as you! So exciting! Wishing you all the best for the final stretch of your pregnancy. You will both be incredible parents. What a lucky baby boy

[@sharonaxelrod4608]

It's all so beautiful. Congratulations on completing so much before your big day. I love everything you two have accomplished. Thank you for sharing it all with us. Have a Joy filled Christmas.🎅🌲🥰

[@yvonnethomas9788]

Have a great Christmas with all your new Family. x

[@almathees3839]

Family of Four!❤😍🫶🏻 Merry Christmas!🎄🎅🏻 You did it!!! You both r a great team of builders! Can’t wait to see baby!🎁

[@homeis8478]

Me encantó el 'Moisés' para el bebé y se balancea! Aunque a Otto parece no gustarle... Pero el bebé lo va a amar💕

[@Debbie-kt6ck]

What a year for you and ending on a high, thank you for all your wonderful videos, your house is now a home, sending you hugs ❤

[@deirdreheffernan8044]

Delighted your room is finished- what hard work for you both! You deserve a relaxing Christmas now

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

I can relate to being very pregnant and moving and the reno mess and holidays lol. Exciting….waiting for baby and Santa ! Cheers to you both 🎄

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

It was 30 years ago for me !

[@LouiseP38]

Best of luck with your impending arrival and Merry Christmas!

[@jmk1962]

Best of luck with the baby. Hope everything goes smoothly. ❤

[@debrap947]

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and happy baby day!!! The best times of life coming to you soon!!! God bless. 🎄👶🏻🎇 🤗

[@teresahalliday3680]

How exciting everything is! You are the sweetest couple and Laura, I can't believe you still are doing so much before baby comes! Everything is looks so good, especially that marble fireplace. Hope to see little clips of what is going on before baby makes his entrance. Merry Christmas! I never miss a video. I hope Otto has a great Christmas too. I'm sure there are many toys for him!

[@StephGarlick]

House looking amazing, have a lovely Christmas, and excited to see you as parents in new year. Good luck with it all. X

[@joseepaquin6855]

Happy Holidays, welcome to your baby take care both of you, you have a beautiful house

[@joannajones8218]

Wishing you well on the birth. No one deserves it more than you both ❤ you’ve put so much love and care into your home, so admirable! Soak up every moment of becoming parents , it’s the best job in the world 😊❤ Merry Christmas 🎄🎅🏻🧑‍🎄

[@margywright8278]

Thank You for sharing your makeover. Good luck with the birth and enjoy your time with a new born.xxx

[@Britbabe53]

Oh my gosh, your Christmas Tree videos are becoming such a tradition for me. You are so close to 100K! Have a very Merry Christmas guys, enjoy the new baby boy and take all the down time you both need. 🥰

[@carolinefisher2540]

Glad you met your health visitor, hope you found the information useful, I am sure you already were well informed. You look blooming and very much been nesting for sometime. Your team work is amazing and such a privilege for us to watch your family grow! You make me smile, I shall miss your posts when you start to wind down. All the best and safe delivery ❤

[@valeriehill6382]

Take care my fave family - enjoy the holidays and will be waiting to hear news of a very special arrival - all the best and thank you both for great content always 👍👍👍😘

[@jennifercasavant-yealy900]

Congratulations on a job well done 😊❤

[@usa-girl911]

Yaaaay! I didn’t think you were going to post anymore videos until next year. So happy to have an extra one! ❤️

[@michellehooper661]

Such an amazing job you’ve done with the house this year. It’s been so lovely watching the changes. Hope you have an amazing Christmas both of you. Look forward to seeing you in the New Year with your beautiful baby ❤🎄

[@cathyvitale3670]

Laura you are so darn cute preggers! Cannot wait to hear the baby is here! House is beautiful!

[@kristinthornton2690]

Thank you for sharing your lives and family with us! Such a joy to watch!

[@fayefoster5756]

Well done both u have done a amazing job on your home u are looking wonderful love u in that dress the tv wasn’t to big just right and love the new bed sending love 🎄🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💞

[@staceymcclellan5332]

You guys the amount of love you have put in this house is amazing. I was just thinking about where you'll started from all the way till now. I'm so glad you bought us a long for this wild ride and I can't wait to see where we go from here. I would love to see a recap of all of it.

[@32446]

The house is looking amazing. Can't wait to see it when it's all finished. Merry Christmas!

[@helen6477]

You have worked so so hard on your home, it’s beautiful! Such exciting times ahead! Have a wonderful Christmas with Otto! 🌲🎄🌲🎄xxx can’t wait to meet his little baby brother! 💙💙💙💙xxx

[@aminael-edroos8113]

So happy and excited for you!

[@paulineclare5065]

All the hard work has paid off You bothered your socks off well done! Best of wishes and zi hope baby boy does not surprise you too soon ❤

[@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt]

If we don't see you again before Christmas or baby coming enjoy Christmas and the arrival and first week's with baby. We look forward to seeing you again in the new year.

[@samscholes756]

got quite emotional watching that, I am just so so happy for you both, you produce the most amazing videos. I wish you a merry charismas and hope everything goes well with the birth. xxxx

[@hazel6275]

Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄

[@barbaramassey3787]

Love you guys! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@maggiemaynot3399]

Merry Christmas, congratulations on all you have achieved in your lovely home and good luck with your new baby ! Lovely to see.

[@teensymom1420]

Me and my children were all born the day before a holiday. I was born on the 3rd of July, day before Independence Day (I am in the U.S.) my daughter was born the day before Easter,(the year she was were born) and a little boy on Christmas Eve. Ever since then there is some sort of chaos going on in the family during a holiday. Don't as me why, I don't understand it myself. Some things that were life changing, some very scary things, and other temporary problems that always made us question, why does this always happen to us around a holiday? If you do decide to deliver around Christmas, maybe try for the day after. You might have better luck!

[@natvtxn1213]

You guys have worked so hard this year that having a new baby will seem like a vacation! It will be so rewarding to put renovation behind you and just focus on being new parents. I was due Dec 27th with my firstborn. We moved into a new home just the week before. Talk about stress! Fortunately, my son decided to be late and didn't arrive until Jan 7th.

[@martiocallaghan1656]

Will definitely miss your weekly updates Laura and Ollie but it is understandable as you will have your hands full for Christmas and your baby’s arrival. Wouldn’t that be something if the baby comes on Christmas Day! Can hardly wait to see what happens and to meet him. All the best to you both. If possible would love to see your Xmas decor. Everything is looking good already as a result of your hard work. When you are all done, it will be such a lovely home. Please keep us posted, when you can! Will be looking forward and Merry and Happy holidays to you!

[@pammounce7001]

Amazing things are ahead for you! This was a very beautiful video to watch!

[@janetwhite9046]

Sending Peace, Joy and Love. Merry Christmas.

[@nrouth619]

Such an exciting time. Enjoy every moment xx

[@karenlangley8254]

Thank you for all your wonderful videos. Merry Christmas and enjoy your beautiful family 🎄

[@claireangier3322]

A very happy New Year to you all! ❤🙏🎊🎉🍾🍾🍾

[@sues6384]

Don’t bother with pj’s get nightgowns, and don’t underestimate estimate needing big pads, good luck, hope it goes smoothly x

[@HelenBeeee]

Such a lovely update wishing you both and little Otto the very best festive season whatever it brings 😊

[@liverpoollass8615]

My son was a month early, we had nothing ready all still in boxes 🤣 Good luck ❤

[@karenh8538]

Merry Christmas to you all. Congratulations, your home looks fantastic. See you in the New Year with your new family. Best regards Karen x

[@jenniferconnelly2285]

Watching your renovations has been brilliant you are such hard workers, I will miss your videos so much. Wishing you joy over Christmas and all the luck in the world with your new baby's arrival. My son was born on New Years eve 1976. xx

[@Benjo-Sly]

Absolutely wonderful❤ Merry Christmas to you! So excited for you guys to get your most anticipated gift out of your tummy and into your arms🥰

[@clairelindsay3066]

Just wishing the 3 of you all the very best 🎄🥰, we will miss you but hope it all goes smoothly Laura 😉, you are rocking this pregnancy!! Enjoy all the fun and love with a new baby 🌟❤️ when the time comes!

[@cambbrown6205]

Have loved following you over the last five years, thank you for sharing. Your house looks very cosy and welcoming. Enjoy your well deserved rest. Wishing you all the best for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year:-)

[@rach5516]

Laura and Olly you have both done so well with the house. Such an exciting time waiting for baby to arrive. Sending love to you both xx

[@deborahharrison9401]

The house is amazing can’t wait to see it all, merry Christmas xx

[@Kathleen5429]

I always thought you were beautiful but as you come closer to the baby day, may I say how radiant you look! You have that 'glow' that makes you even more beautiful. All my best to you and Ollie and baby makes three! It's an exciting time for you both! Love, Kathleen, NYC, USA

[@MarshaCampbell-f5z]

So proud of you both, you’ve achieved so much…an amazing team who deserve the best of the best. Wasn’t even a thought until I saw the star but must admit I missed you Laura balancing on Ollie’s shoulder to put the star on the tree but I can always go back to last year to view. Won’t be too long before your mini munchkin will take over that role. Want to wish you both all the best and hoping you will enjoy much needed and well deserved rest. Bedroom already looks so inviting. Will patiently await your return in the new year but please be kind to yourselves, don’t rush back take the time to cherish your new born who most likely will determine when that will be. We will be waiting. So, so happy for you both. Thank you so much for sharing. Blessings!

[@sophiageorgiou1210]

Thank you for taking us on your journey.. wishing you the best Christmas and the happiest New Year ❤🎉

[@clareshopaholic3632]

The most important delivery yet to come! Have a wonderful family Christmas I'm sure everyone will pitch in and help x🎄🍾🍼🎅🎁✨

[@leiastephenson1575]

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy new year. Hope everything goes well with having baby. X

[@BeveerlyHerring]

How exciting. Hope your holiday is blissful!!!!

[@lesleybigginton1033]

Wishing you both all the very best,and a Happy Christmas

[@ewaliput8721]

God! I love your videos! You are wonderful :)

[@flamingoliz]

So many exciting things going on- major reno milestones, decorating for Christmas, and a baby coming so soon- wishing you all the best! ❤

[@jamgart6880]

I’m a Xmas baby. And can I just say, have babies birthday on a different date if his is too close to Xmas. (When he’s a little bit older of course) I never could have parties because of the date and I wish my parents had done the same as my best friends parents did for her birthday (Xmas day) and did parties on the 25th of November instead. That way she could still have a party and (actual) birthday presents. Rather than ‘I could only afford 1 present so heres your birthday and Xmas pressie in one’ Or presents wrapped in Xmas paper 🙄 Then he can still have a normal birthday with his friends but still have a family birthday on the actual day xx

[@susanlee630]

Very happy for your little family! Merry Christmas! I’m holding out for January 7th….my birthday…I was due on 12/25….but I was a bit late!

[@simplynow74]

I want to wish you all a very wonderful Christmas and for the most exciting New Year with your little one!! I have enjoyed the reno/lifestyle journey you have taken us on this past year and look forward to what 2024 brings :) Enjoy the time with your little family and all the best! ❤

[@traceyholley9221]

Just lovely ❤