yayayayayyayaay the best news ever!!! Loved this little surprise you pulled on Louis haha! Also love how much you both want to make it to the wedding haha. Cannot wait to have costa rica and cabin adventures with another little one in the mix xxxx
@CSell-nv3ob9 күн бұрын
I'm thinking this might have initiated from the pod and speaking on having more intimate time😅
@RayaandLouis9 күн бұрын
Haha thank you!! It’s literally the one thing that made me sad when we found out 😭 but hopefully Louis can make it! Adventures are only gonna get more fun (and wild) 😅❤️
@bohoxplorer8409 күн бұрын
@@RayaandLouisyou can still have sec when you are pregnant?
@AshleyBurrus8 күн бұрын
@bohoxplorer840 are you serious??
@bohoxplorer8408 күн бұрын
@@AshleyBurrus I thought she meant Louis can make it thru the pregnancy without intimacy. I read it out if context 😆
@meagangassler67229 күн бұрын
The best advice I was given when having more than one child is never tell the older ones you are not able to do something because of the baby. Instead say your hands are busy and you can help when they are no longer busy.
@_MariMaru_8 күн бұрын
Beautiful advice ❤
@nick.simmer9 күн бұрын
The initial reaction on Louis face when you said “I just took a pregnancy test”…..priceless. Congratulations you two!
@helenwarner61409 күн бұрын
I love how independent Raya was in setting this video up, Raya has really gained soooo much confidence over the years it’s wonderful to see. Congratulations to you both!
@kathleenpitman35969 күн бұрын
My delivery had to be in a hospital due to medical issues. I arranged to have my oldest brought up as soon as possible. I had a party to celebrate him becoming a big brother. He loved it and from then on that was his baby. They are in their 30s and still so close. My biggest recommendation is to make sure Neo still gets one on one time with each of you. It really helped my kids have a good relationship as they understood that each of them was important and loved.
@BiancaCDE8 күн бұрын
One on one time is great advise and as far as I'm concerned it's essential. My boys are super close as well and know that they are loved.
@nickieellison1909 күн бұрын
I've never clicked on a video so fast. Congratulations
@debraboucher31859 күн бұрын
yes so awesome 😎
@nicolecorsillo9 күн бұрын
I haven’t either! 😂
@kristensaenz64219 күн бұрын
Same!
@RayaandLouis9 күн бұрын
Thank you!! ❤️
@meganemt74749 күн бұрын
Same
@veganSavy8 күн бұрын
I love that Neo is probably like, everyone is so happy when I wear this jumper.
@PassiveAgressive3199 күн бұрын
Beth and Jamarl are so supportive. Love those 2
@RayRay-sq9vi9 күн бұрын
What a fun way to start the video😁 Thank you for including us! So excited for you all!!!!🎉🎉 Since you asked for sibling bonding ideas, one I like is to have the older sibling make or pick out a gift to give to the new baby when it comes. You could also have a little toy or snack gift from the baby Neo to star things off positively:)
@CindyHunter-y8v9 күн бұрын
You’re already excellent parents. My Uncle used to say, With the first child, you bring all the accessories. When you have a second, you pop a hat in each pocket, and off you go.” In other words, you become much more relaxed. I’m so happy for you
@alexandramarcu23509 күн бұрын
Knowing more amazing kids are coming into this world and they’re raised by parents like Raya and Louis makes me so hopeful for the future 🤍
@pamelataylor4129 күн бұрын
When I found out I was pregnant with my second child,I had the same fear. I couldn’t imagine how I could ever love another human as much as I love my little daughter. Such a needless worry! Your life has an infinite capacity for more love in it. One look at my second daughter and my heart filled with equal love immediately. You’ll be a wonderful mom to number 2, I promise ❤
@capricornk90338 күн бұрын
Neo's face as everyone stares at his sweater and suddenly explodes in applause and hugs and kisses is hilarious!
@biddiemutter34819 күн бұрын
9:48 Neo wondering what on earth is wrong with his outfit to cause these reactions 😂
@NoitsBecky.9 күн бұрын
I agree, Raya looks exceptionally beautiful
@soniagalat27409 күн бұрын
I have 2 toddlers one year apart. Because I could not dedicate all my time to my eldest, I first was envious of the time my husband had with my eldest. Now we go once a week on mummy and son's date, walks, cook together just the two of us! Love those moments I get to have with him alone and he has my full attention. Congratulations to you!!!
@mariah5089 күн бұрын
I legit screamed from the notification, not to sound extremely parasocial. I am so so happy for you guys! You're already fantastic parents, and now another addition to the family? My hearttttttttt. Congratulations to you both!!!
@gingerbread189 күн бұрын
14:53 Raya you are GLOWING! So beautiful I'm so excited for your guys new journey!!
@jacjones938 күн бұрын
The best advice I was ever given was to have dad hold the baby when the older one comes in and they can see mom and meet the baby! Also great advice I was given was to never “blame” the baby like if Neo wants to play with you but you are feeding the baby you don’t say I can’t play with you I’m feeding the baby you try to say do you want to come cuddle while baby has some milk and then we can go play! 💕 I’m so excited for you guys! Congrats 🥳
@buddy7749 күн бұрын
I was suspicious a few weeks ago. You were glowing even more than usual. CONGRATS!
@carlsetzer78589 күн бұрын
You're not sharing your love, you're growing it. As Rumi puts it: "A candle never loses any of its light while lighting up another candle." You guys are going to do great.
@sandrachristensen72829 күн бұрын
Great quote! Thanks!
@abbeypolitosmelt959 күн бұрын
Awwww When Louis realizes and puts his hand on your shoulder....💕 Congratulations. You are such wonderful parents.
@MarthaGarrett9 күн бұрын
I’ve been missing you two. I feel like I know you. This was a wonderful vlog. Thank you for including us in the reveal with your family & friends. I’m so dog gone excited! You are right - you’ll have more love than you ever knew you could. Plus Neo’s bum will look so big when you change the baby’s diaper and then his! Love to you
@crystalsard9 күн бұрын
I remember feeling the exact same way. I didn't know how I could love another baby as much as my first. It's amazing how your heart just grows. ❤
@rene27278 күн бұрын
Congratulations so so much!🎉🎉🎉🎉 Louis's huge eyes spoke volumes and I know this child is so blessed to be a new member of your family! Love is a blessing to each beating heart and cannot be compared to another! ❤❤❤
@hollystockdesign9 күн бұрын
Congratulations!!! I’m 6 weeks +3 with my first, so excited to be on this journey with you! 🥰 So so happy for you! X
@Lycaface9 күн бұрын
Loved how you used the jumper to break the news! Congratulations and hope you have a safe pregancy and healthy baby! ❤
@divinegraphicdesigns8 күн бұрын
Congratulations Raya & Louis! You're such a beautiful family I loved being a witness to all the announcements... Especially to all your fellow KZbinrs! Thank you for sharing❣
@nessabridge50199 күн бұрын
We had 13 months between our first two and the love just grows to fit how many you have to love. They hopefully will help each other to grow up and be best friends. When we had our third, we kept baby books with scan pictures and little things they think or say. Helps Neo be more involved
@windsongdesigns66559 күн бұрын
WOW! Big congrats on the baby. Raya, you are just glowing. Looking forward to seeing Neo in Costa Rica - a place that makes him smile. Hugs from Canada.
@kymmiandco16 сағат бұрын
I have 3! The one thing I did when I was pregnant with my second child. I brought my first a baby doll, he is a boy, but I found it helpful, especially once baby was born, I changed his brothers nappy and he changed his babies nappy. I evolved my eldest in pretty much everything that way he didn't feel left out and it built a bond between them. You have so much love in you, that you will see that you have enough for each child even if you have 10! Going from one to two is major after that its a walk in the park! Enjoy the journey. Much love
@thedruekefamilyadventures88909 күн бұрын
Congratulations- seeing the sheer amount of people you have added to your village to help you raise your babies is actually inspiring and beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
@chanakrevsky55849 күн бұрын
Congrats guys! So glad to be following along on your journey. What a gift!
@cboven185 күн бұрын
Aww Congratulations to the both of you how exciting ❤
@donitadurham-mack31189 күн бұрын
Literally seeing the bond the two children build is the most incredible thing ever !!
@Alanna-Davis4108 күн бұрын
Omg! Why didn’t this notify me immediately!!! I am over the moon for y’all!! ❤❤❤❤ we are about to start trying for number 3! Trust me the second baby is so much fun and you’re so confident this time and your already a mama so you’re just better!! Congrats!!
@holisticmaya9 күн бұрын
You guys are the best. Wishing you all the happiness in the world for your soon to be family of 4!❤
@keltiemartell3046 күн бұрын
Congratulations! I hear you saying you think about Neo being your baby but your love grows. Here's something I had never thought before having my second is the immediate love the new baby has for the older sibling. It's immediate and overwhelming 🥰
@heatherbella7 күн бұрын
Oh yayyyyy! I wondered where you two had been! I'm so happy for you all! The thing I learned when I had my second is that they will be very different than #1. Just when you think you've got this parenthood thing figured out the game changes. Whole new rulebook gig my second! They are 11 and 15 now and are turning into very different amazing humans. ❤❤
@laurasadie83579 күн бұрын
That is so wonderful! Neo is amazing and this new baby will be a joy to watch too…
@michelelappi9 күн бұрын
YAY! You are amazing parents. And yes, I understand the initial feelings of “how could I love another baby as much as I love this one?” But it’s true, you do. It just happens. I have two and your heart literally grows. It’s amazing. Congratulations!
@arabella9119 күн бұрын
Congratulations 🎉 I'm pregnant again too, due in May with a little girl 🥰 my older son is three so we've been building our families together, I've been so happy to hear your perspective on motherhood ❤❤
@Jerri885109 күн бұрын
I have sat here watching you two announce baby #2 crying like a proud Nana! I even told my husband how incredibly happy I am for you two, I just feel like yall along with all of your friends whom I also watch their videos are my extended family! Congratulations on these new adventures you are about to embark on
@RayaandLouis9 күн бұрын
Wow thank you so much! ❤️❤️
@Jerri885109 күн бұрын
@@RayaandLouis you are both so welcome! I have loved watching you both all of these years still Beaming here!
@kellyf.81479 күн бұрын
Congratulations! Thank you for sharing this wonderful news. My children (girl then boy) are 15 months apart and they are the best of friends and so supportive of one another.i found having them close together was a blessing for many reasons. Enjoy the next several months🎉. 💕
@danificationist8 күн бұрын
Best advice as a father of two is just make sure any other aspects of your life are as sorted as possible beforehand so when the time comes you both have as much free time as possible to spend altogether but just to support each other. Also, no need for tips and tricks, just take everything as it comes, only you know what’s best for your children and you’ve been through it all before so you guys have got this. It’s so worth it.
@NyraLee8 күн бұрын
Just had my second baby. They are three years apart. It’s definitely a big adjustment because you feel like you have to split yourself in half to meet both of their needs but it’s such a unique and special experience. Wishing you the best of luck ❤
@MsMoem9 күн бұрын
That's amazing of Raya to keep it a secret until you were filming!! Aww!! Congratulations Raya, Louis and Neo!! Best news!
@kristenadams139 күн бұрын
Omgosh congratulations! Neo is going to be the best big brother. 💙💚
@sandrap30479 күн бұрын
Congratulations on baby #2! That's such great news! Love everybody's reactions! They were the best! They are all so happy for you!
@ExploringWithJosh7 күн бұрын
That's so awesome congratulations guys!!!!!!!!
@ilgazu.51108 күн бұрын
Congratulations! I have two little boys that are 2 years and 4 months apart as well! (Also April and August births!). It’s been a wild ride to say the least and as you said every family’s experience is so different. Having said that if I could give only one advice I’d say that surround yourself with your ‘village’ whatever that support system looks like for you. Personally I wanted to stay at one place once we did our big family trip to overseas. Overall it’s no joke; the intensity of all emotions shake you quite a bit. But of course you eventually find yourself being grateful for what you’ve accomplished and how much love you’ve generated and spread in our beloved universe ❤
@anna47q8 күн бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS, its such a blessing to watch you two and to watch you continue on your journey as parents- true inspirations for all of us. I swear you two were just MADE to be parents, that little soul is very very lucky:)
@starsmith17449 күн бұрын
Loved his reaction. So great to have him by your side. Good on you dad.
@sunnyskies2429 күн бұрын
congratulations!!! excited for you all!!
@Nix23894 күн бұрын
Congratulations Raya and Louis! You are already amazing parents so you will take baby two in your stride! This video made me happy emotional, it was so beautiful ❤️
@heynadine9 күн бұрын
Congratulations again!! You definitely will feel like you know everything second time around, so that part will feel easy! A few quick tips: 1: do as much as you can before baby comes! Seriously, because time is going to completely disappear for awhile. 2: get your village ready, you will come to rely so much on the support of your network in the few few and first few months, really it feel like the first year. 3: patience and parenting is a skill that just like all skills, need to be worked on and constantly learning. But man, when you get parenting right, it’s so beautiful, and such a wonderful journey! Haha. Love you guys ❤❤❤
@vikkybeer54426 күн бұрын
I have not seen a video of Louis and Raya in years! They have such a beautiful and growing family!
@kennedykrug85849 күн бұрын
I AM SOOO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS!! Congrats!! Neo is gonna be the BEST big brother 🥰 you guys deserve all the happiness!!
@julierfstorie9 күн бұрын
Yay!!!!!! 🥰 Congratulations! We had our baby girl in August 2024. Our son is 3 . I had all the same feelings and while your love does grow and expand your oldest almost immediately feels so grown up after baby is here it's crazy how that happens. I really focused on cherishing the time with our family of three throughout my pregnancy and I'm so excited to continue our journey with the four of us. While definitely challenging some days it's so worth it and my daughter is just as amazing as my son! 🩷
@breepinchbeck9 күн бұрын
Awww i almost cired when I saw this!! im soo happy for you guys! this baby is gonna be so loved and surround by the best people! also Neo is gonna be a big brother omg!! this baby is gonna be so loved 🥲❤ im so excited for this new journey 😊
@allytebow9 күн бұрын
Congratulations you three!!! Momma of 3 here and I totally feel the “idk how I’m going to give more love” but you seriously won’t until baby2 is here, it’s just natural just like your mothers instinct comes natural. Double the love when baby gets here ❤
@natashacaines72848 күн бұрын
Yayyy! Congratulations to you all!! Love love the clips of revealing your pregnancy to your family and KZbin families as well!!!
@susancarter95049 күн бұрын
Nothing like beating around the bush guys, no delaying what u r going to say ,,,,,,I love how at the start of the video u came right out with it,,,,,congrats, congrats, congrats, sooooooo happy for u guys,,,,,,neo is gunna love having a sibling
@Lovelywitchbones9 күн бұрын
Awe! Congratulations! As a mom of two it’s a lot more busier than having one but once you find your routine and groove it becomes easier. Don’t know if you’ll have another csection or a VBac but I know after my second csection it took me longer to recover so take your time and don’t rush yourself.
@KD-yq2rb9 күн бұрын
I was so scared to share my love, I didn’t think it was possible to love anyone more than my Son, then I had my daughter and I absolutely fell in love again. It’s a change but seeing the two of them together melted my heart❤❤
@Grace-lh2eu8 күн бұрын
Congratulations!! I can relate regarding worrying about what baby #2 would do to my relationship to my first. But really, everyone found a groove really quickly and watching the sibling bond form will fill your heart!!!
@laurenmck19 күн бұрын
So, so excited for you all!! Congratulations!! ❤🎉
@Sdc689 күн бұрын
Congratulations to you guys, was missing your vlogs🎉
@AllyPNW9 күн бұрын
How exciting!!! Congratulations! So happy for you and your family!
@stinajones98479 күн бұрын
Oh wow....congrats!!! Oh my heart is so full of joy for you all. ❤❤❤❤
@lolsaXx9 күн бұрын
Beautiful news! ❤❤❤ Congratulations guys! Exciting changes are coming! 🎉🎉🎉
@EricaBarnes-s6s9 күн бұрын
CONGRATS! y'all are already such AMAZING parents. CAN'T WAIT FOR THOS NEXT CHAPTER & JOURNEY! Wishing u a happy healthy pregnancy ❤🥳
@Ekezell3 күн бұрын
Congrats!!!!!! And I just had my second in the summer and ours are 2 years and 4 months apart too and it’s a really sweet age gap! I read Siblings Without Rivalry while I was pregnant and it’s been super helpful, and I read Anchored by Deb Dana before my first and though it’s not a parenting book it’s so helpful for being able to regulate my nervous system amidst the chaos of parenting, and us having regulated nervous systems helps our kids’ nervous systems be more regulated too. So excited for y’all!
@susant2369 күн бұрын
Congratulations! So exciting! You're right- it's never a matter of having to divide existing love between 2 children, your love will grow, expand. And there will be new reasons to love that you are not thinking of now! ❤❤️❤️❤️
@stephanievariel9 күн бұрын
I had take a double look on the title before i clicked! Congratulations! ❤❤❤❤
@Fightingmymentalmonster9 күн бұрын
Ahhhhhh I've got goose bumps I'm sooooo excited for you guys!!! You seem like absolutely wonderful parents to Neo and a new baby will be so lucky to join your incredible little family!! Sending so much love from London Ontario Canada!!
@terrigrochowski78349 күн бұрын
Congratulations! So happy you posted. Exciting times for you!
@_minervaaa9 күн бұрын
I've been honestly waiting for a vlog of yours about Costa Rica etc but these news are the absolute best. Buzzing for you guys. Such a blessing!
@pagangoat6669 күн бұрын
Huge congratulations! I completely understand the initial emotions about your first baby having to share your attention but that goes away as soon as you give birth. My only advise about having a second child/introducing your older child to their new sibling is don’t for one second act like it’s a big deal(in a negative way) because that can cause SO many problems with jealousy etc. You might find some people(strangers/etc) making comments to Neo like “just you wait,you’re not going to be #1 anymore” or somesuch nonsense,& it’s so important to not play into that. I’ve seen the absolute worst results from a family member apologizing to her oldest & making a huge deal about it & giving gifts & showing massive guilt about having #2 & it ended with her oldest being violently jealous & angry with her newborn brother. An extreme case but yeah. Having a sibling is nothing but an amazing joy & Neo will gain so very much from it all. Learning to share everything from toys & experiences to your attention is all just part of life,it was such an absolute joy to watch my oldest with her little brother with almost the same exact age gap that yours will have. Can’t wait to see your expanding family & all that goes with it. So happy for you all!❤💜🎉
@pagangoat6669 күн бұрын
Also! That age is so wonderful for including them as a helper(getting a diaper/burp cloth/etc)& is the best for normalizing it all. Another tip is to have a bin/bag (or several) filled with toys/games/puzzles that are set aside for only when you are needing a few minutes (newborn naptime/nursing/mental health/whatever) it helps so much. My first was so in love with her little bro,singing to him as he cried,comforting him,bringing him toys & art. So beautiful.They’re teens now & still have the best friendship💜🥰
@kady10848 күн бұрын
Congratulations!!!!! So happy for y’all. You had Neo before I had my first, I am about to have my 2nd any day and now y’all are adding another one. It’s crazy how so many people I followed for baby/ family content the first time around are getting pregnant again. I love it!!!!!
@anabalbasky9 күн бұрын
OMG I just found out I’m also pregnant 🤣🎆💕🙏🏼 Congrats and looking forward to following along with your journey. You’re both very inspiring people. Wishing you a swift pregnancy 💕
@pattytracey31319 күн бұрын
Congratulations!! So excited for Neo: he gets his best friend for life!! Being a big brother will be so good for him!! He will grow into an amazing big brother!! Tell Neo it’s his baby too and you need help with his baby!! Include him in everything you can with the baby so he feels part of it and not an outsider (which I know will be innate for you guys - you are such good parents).
@shirleyrowe40789 күн бұрын
I’m so excited that some of the people you consider your closest friends are people I follow on KZbin. What an awesome group of humans you all are! Congratulations. I’m so happy for you, your family, and your friends.
@aprilklooster77236 күн бұрын
Congratulations! I've currently got two and my youngest just turned one. Kids/babies are the best. My advice is to have so much grace - for yourself, your partner, your other child, the new baby, everyone lol. Systems will need to change, standards may shift, and it's all in service of keeping everyone sane and that's ok! One more piece of advice that I was given that I loved is to tell your toddler good stories about the baby, so if the baby smiles, "look, he's smiling at you!" or if the toddler brings a toy, "he likes that so much! He really loves you!" and so on. I hope everything goes so smoothly for you guys!
@michaelgamache83799 күн бұрын
Im so excited for you!!! Congratulations and please don’t stress about any of this. So normal and you will have plenty of love for this second baby and any others you may have. God creates us to be able to love in multiples. ❤️ And the older Neo gets the more independent he becomes. He will also love helping with the baby. He can easily get a diaper etc. you guys are the best example of love and support for each other and your common sense approach to parenting. You will be phenomenal with 2!
@Denise-xm8mn9 күн бұрын
Congratulations. So excited for you. One piece of advice I learned with littles is, when both need your attention, give it to the toddler first. They need reassurance and babies are so much more flexible.
@bsale20249 күн бұрын
Yay! Congratulations, Raya and Louie! Such exciting news. Neo will be an amazing big brother and he’ll appreciate having a side-kick to share in all of his adventures. ❤
@lizirizarry86299 күн бұрын
Congratulations, Rays and Louie 🎉❤🎊👶
@7wonderskids9 күн бұрын
Im new to the channel, but ive been just looking at vlogs, yours popped up, and i instantly clicked i always wanted to follow someones journey, congrats to the both of you i will be following this beautiful journey!!
@shereebirkhead20039 күн бұрын
Congratulations!! Such amazing news!! You guys will be great parents of two. Enjoy the adventure because they grow up so fast.
@LouP11119 күн бұрын
Ah such lovely news to start the new year. Congratulations to the three of you. Super exciting ❤
@carolynnpenton84096 күн бұрын
Congratulations! Wonderful news. New baby will have an awesome big brother and seasoned parents! Speaking personally, going from one to two children was the biggest adjustment. Two to three was a piece of cake! Agree with always bringing a gift for the older child as well as the baby so they always feel special and included.
@clairenevans68778 күн бұрын
Congratulations. You’ll do great. I have twins so never had one on one time with either of my kids so I think the time you have had with him alone has been a blessing and he will learn and grow from the introduction of your new bundle.
@jasmineresendes19969 күн бұрын
Congratulations!!!! This is such exciting news. This one hit me with all the emotions especially with telling your families. Sending all the love 💕
@laumastepanova9008 күн бұрын
Congratulations! My tip for older child, read books about “how babies is born” and “how to be a big brother”. My son was feeling like superhero and couldn’t wait little sister was born.
@lb2820128 күн бұрын
Love that Beth and Jamal have the best reaction! :D
@boatcaradventures9 күн бұрын
Congratulations guys. That's amazing, so what's the travel plans? Hopefully we'll see you out on your travels one day ❤
@sophia-es6wk8 күн бұрын
Congratulations!!! It's been so beautiful to watch your family grow over the years. Been watching since van life :')
@pEAcEgrL89 күн бұрын
I’m so excited for you guys! You give me hope and excitement for what my life could bring in the future :)