I'm Stepping Away From Beardbrand | Eric Bandholz

[@metalboarn6174]

100% masculinity being displayed here. For any younger guys that might not have thought it, this is what a man looks like. Providing for and caring for your family, is the definition of manhood.

[@Bignic2008]

Important to specify - providing what? To me, providing financially is a minuscule component of manhood. Providing a loving, caring, attentive environment is much more important.

[@redalcatel27]

@@Bignic2008 exactly!!!

[@xtusvincit5230]

@@Bignic2008 Give the guy a break. He said "caring for". But providing is the sine qua non of parenthood and traditionally of men. Traditional roles are evolutionary and biological, not mere social constructs.

[@Bignic2008]

@@xtusvincit5230 give who a break? I'm not disparaging anyone.

[@cornheadahh]

Caring for your family is beta as fuck. The real men don't get married.

[@BerzinskyRules]

Thank your for sharing yours and Anne's story--I am sure that many can relate. AND WELCOME BABY BANDHOLZ! ;

[@justinengland9814]

I agree, it is a beautiful story :)

[@mauwganwoods3341]

This was serious. Doesn't take a genius to see the emotion there. You don't joke about this kinda thing even on the day. I commend you my man. Focus on your family, and come on back when your ready. Good luck Eric

[@robkingsbury370]

Such a moving and brave story. Not enough men share their experiences of fertility issues and miscarriages and the effect it has on a them emotionally. It’s more common than we all think and more we discuss this matter the better. Thank you.

[@boohere2]

should have invested in a surrogate by the way. they carry the child for you and use your "stuff" if you call it. Expensive but...worth it if you want to have kids. Kim Kardashian used one

[@imtiazraja106]

@@boohere2 kono ohhggggls

[@rockyevans1584]

Asking for another edit, I think you meant to say especially on the day as it seems pretty obvious the day of is not the day to joke about it. You don't joke about it even after the day

[@RyanOlsen]

Congratulations. We tried for almost ten years, and got to the point of acceptance that it would never happen. It did seem too good to be true when we found out my wife was pregnant, the old fashioned way. Here I am holding my two month old baby boy watching this. Good for you guys 🙂

[@imarchello]

What's the new-fashioned way?

[@RyanOlsen]

@@imarchello In a lab. Like in vitro and that sort of thing.

[@Scott81]

Congrats brother, well deserved. My wife had uterine cancer 4 years ago, we tried for years and no results. Hardest thing I've ever done is watch my wife be wheeled off to the back and any hope of children gone. She's cancer free it didn't spread and she didn't have to have chemo etc thank God.Enjoy your family brother. Life's too short.

[@Texas621184]

Bearded Boss same here. Wife had uterine cancer 4 years ago in September. No chemo either. God is good. He will bless us either way with or without children

[@Giveaway18]

Adam McCaa god is fake sorry about your wife tho

[@tedhart7708]

@@Giveaway18 Wow! Just read about you a little while ago. "The fool has said in his heart, "There is no God."" (Psalm 14:1)

[@Scott81]

@@Texas621184 Yes sir! I'm glad your wife is good brother. That was scary for sure.

[@0715yt]

@@Giveaway18 what a bitter comment lmao go do some pushups

[@scott735]

Thank you for being so open and honest about your struggles with infertility. My wife have been married for 28 years and are childless. We both were poked, prodded and tested after five years of trying. Finally the doctors told us it would only be a “miracle of God” if we had children. It was hard for me, but the hardest part for me was watching the hell my wife went through watching all our friends have children and listening to well meaning people ask, “when are you having kids”. Congratulations to you and your wife on the miracle of this child. Blessings to your family.

[@ehudzionwaldoks515]

Eric, I've never commented on a KZbin video in my life, but this was a very brave choice to talk about this openly and publicly. I think these things stay behind closed doors too much when they should be shared, so you can receive support and anyone else in a similar situation. In Hebrew, we say בשעה טובה when someone says they're pregnant, which roughly means may it come in a good time, an awareness that making life is tricky. So בשעה טובה to you and your wife and enjoy BBB when he arrives.

[@UltraAar]

Your first youtube comment ya right

[@ReLapse85]

@@UltraAar poor comment

[@ericevans9507]

This Kids, is what a real man looks like. God bless and keep you and your little Family Brother. You’ve made the decision any good man would make. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[@russellbogrett605]

Im a master barber with over 40 years behind the chair. I recommend you and your products since i discovered your channel. You produce awesome products and equally awesome videos. You know your shit. Ad a old dude with three kids and 10 grandkids i have always believed that family comes first. Im happy for you and remind you that they grow up so fast make sure you are there for all of it. Good luck and Gof bless Eric.

[@Warchild-007]

Eric, as a licensed professional, I want to thank you so much for sharing your story a d your difficult times. I know that this was not easy, especially sharing your emotions and vulnerability. You are what I call a real man and a wonderful human being. I so wish you the best of luck with your family.

[@jonfernandez8027]

You are not rambling at all, bro - you aren't obligated to share any of that and had my undivided attention. It was very thoughtful to share for those in similar circumstances. Congratulations to you and your family, and hey - you do what you feel is in you and your family's best interest. See you when we see you. Much love and respect

[@jhagg_2466]

I've lost children too. Our riches are in heaven, brother! We'll see them one day!

[@edgardelgado8753]

Justin Haggard only way to Heaven is through Jesus Christ. He said “I AM The Way, The Truth and The Life, No man comes to The Father except through Me”. If you want to know with absolute certainty you’re going to Heaven you must Receive God’s free Gift of salvation 1. You must Repent- that means admit you’re a sinner, ask God for forgiveness and turn from all sin. 2. Believe in Jesus Christ with all your being. This is the most important message you’ll ever hear.

[@anglishbookcraft1516]

Edgar Delgado one gripe. We can’t earn salvation from “turning from sin” we must admit we are sinners as for the undertaking of trusting and believing in the Lord Jesus Christ to know that we need him to be saved. However once we believe and give ourselves over to the good news of Jesus’s deeds, the Holy Ghost comes into us and guides our ways of life. We can’t ever be sinless or guiltless which is why we need Jesus. Good works hail from the Holy Ghost inside of us not by our own righteousness.

[@Vikingshop]

@@anglishbookcraft1516 - have you seen this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/onTKlpd3htGJrM0

[@iriasfam]

@@anglishbookcraft1516 I think you both said the same thing with different words...

[@St.Irenaeus]

@@edgardelgado8753 amen

[@OmarTribis]

it takes a lot of strength to be so vulnerable, and you Eric are strong

[@Coronathus]

Holy cow, what a roller coaster. Came here after watching the "shaving after 8 years" video and now i'm low-key tearful. Cheers and best of luck my man.

[@kidheyful]

same

[@gabmorales6438]

Congratulations to you and your wife! Family is most important so a step back from beard brand for your growing family is a beautiful thing! It was nice seeing a different side from you! We’re all rooting for you and your family! Try to enjoy the good news you both deserve it!

[@drumr21]

I completely understand your pain. My wife and I have been there and the pain of infertility is unmatched. I got to the point that I gave up all hope after 7 years of struggling. Every month I had to see the pain and sorrow in my wife’s face. What made it worse is that I could do absolutely nothing to make it any better. Well...that pain had purpose and now I have a beautiful daughter and son with another daughter on the way! I commend you for being open and honest. As a man, it can be rather hard to say what you said. Best of luck partner and I wish you and your family the best.

[@BenWilson-rb7nz]

Man. You and Anne have certainly been on rough journey. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing. Congrats on the addition of your son to the family! Take your time, enjoy each other, and we'll see you when you come back.

[@antoniowashington6148]

On the behalf of "Beardbrand Products" to you, Greg and Carlos, Eric, I thank you for your support, My thoughts and prayers goes out to you, your wife and your family. I wish you the very best. God speed, God Bless.

[@kevinburke1267]

Had me in tears brother. I am so glad this is happening to you and your family. Talk as long as you need. There’s no time like the present, because then it becomes the past. So happy for you and your family. Congrats.

[@brucerowe8920]

Hi Eric-Congrats to you on the birth of your son! Thanks for sharing your difficult journey and displaying your vulnerability to the Beardbrand community. I am so happy for you and glad that you are taking time for your family. As a busy family doctor, I know how valuable time is with family and life is too short! Good luck and hope to see you again in the future.

[@NorKal530]

Congratulations Eric! Thank you so much for posting. Very courageous of you to share this intimate moment of what's going on in your life. Show the true character of who you are and how dedicated you are to your family and your company. I support you. Beard on brother.

[@barnesythecat4111]

I have no words for the amount of courage you have. Haven’t even finished watching the video. You’re incredible. God bless all of you.

[@TravWhiteStyle]

Thank you for sharing Eric. There’s massive strength in vulnerability. And you’re not rambling. It’s emotional. No apology necessary. Massive congrats for this light during these dark and fearful times... Also - I know you personally and you’re kinda a hippie ;)

[@debbarker8152]

This is what a real man talks openly, articulate, honestly, it is about character. Cheers Deb (From Australia)

[@syzygy21055]

I wish you all the luck in the world because I know how tough all this is. It took us almost 4 years to get pregnant the first time, and in the meantime my mother in law was diagnosed with her second round of cancer. She unfortunately didn't survive to meet her granddaughter, passing away just 2 weeks before the birth. It was an extremely hard time for us, especially for my wife, whose mother was also her best friend. Our second pregnancy went much better, and our son was born a little more than 2 years after our daughter. By that time I had been self employed for almost 14 years, but as a father of two I made the decision to take a position in a larger, more established business. I think it turned out for the best. My son is now almost 23. My daughter is 25 and out of college, and she recently came to work for the company I've been with for 23 years. They're two of the most awesome people I've ever met or ever hope to meet, and I consider raising them to be the greatest success of my life.

[@tylerlawson9247]

This is very inspiring. My wife and I have been trying for 7 years unsuccessfully. Sadly we have never actually made it to a pregnancy. We are saving up to try IVF, but I’m nervous that it will be like your experience. God willing it will work. Thank you for your story, I’m encouraged. Praying for a healthy baby for you.

[@TechGearNinja]

good luck with the baby Eric! You'll be missed for sure, but it is for a good cause. Hoping everything goes well!

[@JP1701D]

I can't imagine the emotional rollercoaster you've been on. I applaud your decision to take some time away from work to enjoy your family. You certainly deserve it. Congratulations to you and your wife!

[@evisorator123]

I can relate to your story 100% man. Except I’m the kid. My mum and dad went through I think 7-8 miscarriages then I came along. I was born premature at 24 weeks and weighed 700g (1.5 pounds) and was in hospital for the first 6 months of my life. I’m now 27 and healthy as can be. Glad you kept on going and happy you didn’t cut the emotional parts of this. All the best Eric. Liam

[@bradholmes8903]

Congratulations on the birth of your son! The love, pride and joy must be overflowing for everyone. Special story and journey - truly appreciate you sharing. All the best.

[@Simply323]

Thank you for having the courage to share your challenges and heartache attempting to conceive. I hope you have success with your new son, fatherhood & your entrepreneurial endeavors.

[@MdeSouza1965]

A tear jerker turn into happy tears! Obviously I don’t grow any facial hair, but I find men attractive who do grow. Congratulations on your family’s journey and perseverance. Love conquers all! Should start a new blog about this new journey? Hod bless!

[@paulmadden1458]

Phenomenal honesty. Blew me away. What a difficult time you have had. Congratulations on the newborn and best wishes for the future.

[@michaelking4578]

My wife and I started trying in 2008 also. We stopped trying in 2011. Thanks for sharing that. Best of wishes to you and your family!

[@jeremyt2212]

I get it, brother. My wife and I didn't go through as much as you two did, but we went through three years of trying, false hope and heartbreak before we beat the odds and it finally happened for us. Our boy that we might never had had just turned five. I completely understand where your priorities have to be now, it changes absolutely everything. Thanks for everything, and I just wish nothing but the very best for you and your family.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

It’s up to God...not some Doctor

[@NoBSBeardReviews]

Eric, I am so excited and happy for you and your wife! I can't even begin to imagine what you both have been through up to this point. Cheers to a healthy baby boy, enjoy every minute away from the office. You've assembled a great team at Beardbrand and everything will run smooth while you are away.

[@BigChaz]

It was good seeing you in Atlanta bro! Thanks for the cool selfies of yourself you took with my phone! lol I appreciate you being vulnerable in sharing your story. Blessings on you and your family! Enjoy your time away and stay safe and healthy! Chaz

[@usmctattooboy]

Congratulations Eric and Bamdholz family. Thank you for sharing your story. I felt just how emotional this journey has been for you and your family. Enjoy this time off with your family as you welcome your new son into this world. We all look forward to your return and will continue to support you and the the beard brand. Thank you again and best wishes to you and your family.

[@davidhorvath8022]

I’ve always supported you Eric since the beginning and always will, you and your family are in my prayers brother!! Looking forward to the pictures!!

[@derekwillson2538]

MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS, on your new baby and on the courage to tell this story. You're awesome, and well done Mrs B.👍

[@Brandon-of1xl]

I am speechless. There is absolutely no way that this man is not the best father in the world. Not one moment will be taken for granted, even the tantrums. It crushes me that two loving people have had this difficult of a path to start a family, but I am elated that they’re able to add another one to their clan.

[@Elyyfz450]

Searching through videos to help my patchy bearded face I found this video. My Wife and I couldn't have a child and after 18 years and doctors advise to give up we got Blessed with our daughter in 2013. Thanks for sharing your story and Many Blessings for you and your family.

[@star_blazer]

Eric, you had me so worried in the beginning of the video. I thought that something bad had happened. But this is actually GREAT NEWS!!! Congratulations, brother!

[@injohneer]

Wow, dude! Congratulations on so many things. On getting the business up off the ground; on the compassion for your wife (owning the pregnancy and troubles as a "we" thing, and saying I'm sorry...); on being able to step away from business for a while to focus on your people. May your family be blessed and healthy, making it thru these trying times with no covid.

[@johnryanwake3533]

Released April 1st. I thought this was going to be a joke. Not a joke. Sobbing now. So happy for you guys. ❤️

[@OrangeAtomicRugTM]

He's still uploading on the channel

[@jswebbproductions9785]

oh man, that was the most heart felt video I've ever seen someone do!! This interesting thing is that I"ve finally grown my beard out during the quarantine and NYC just opened up the barber shops today so I have an appointment for Friday and wanted to get some beard product before my appointment so I did some searching and found your video!! Of course I'm buying your product as a fan of yours forever!! Thank you for telling that story that had to be tearing you apart inside, but It's something I will remember for the rest of my life!! Well seeing that you posted the video, I'm assuming you had the baby!!!!!!! congratulations man!! to both you and your wife!! I'm so happy for you guys and even though I don't know how it feels personally, I have 2 sets of friends who does know what its like and all I can say is that I'm so happy if finally worked for you guys. I'm so sorry for all that PAIN!! There is no doubt that you helped so many men out there that is going, or have been through, something like that. You have such a sweet and kind spirit and I have no doubt that you are a wonderful father!! You and your family will always have a place in my morning prayer life!!, Ive never said that to anyone but my heart and soul wants to do that for you and your family!! I followed you on instagram and my name there is @johnscottwebbmusic.. God Bless your whole family and if you ever need anything and no one is there for you, please feel free to reach out to me!!! You are truly a beautiful soul!!! ( yes I am a BeardBrand customer for life!)

[@thomaskuhne9823]

Wow! I can’t imagine the ups and downs that you and your wife have experienced. My wife and I experienced one miscarriage and it was devastating. So happy for your family! Beard On!!

[@jaimegarza7837]

Congratulations. May God keep you and your family healthy and safe. I appreciate your candor and open heart. Meny, many continued Blessings

[@MaheshHayward]

lots of love to you and the family, i can really empathise with your situation... this is why i have a 20 year old and a 13 year old... keep safe and enjoy the new path xxxxx

[@TheXan57]

Man, it was bad when you left. Now it's a disaster that Eric has to go too :C Both of you were amazing!

[@marchellevanwyk8841]

Hi Eric, I am from South Africa and just recently started following your channel. Thanks for sharing this video. Sorry to hear of your struggles. Nothing better than being a father. Stay strong and be blessed.

[@robbogallagher3398]

This was so raw and powerful. I'm delighted that you have a beautiful young family. God bless you all my dude

[@mymai2792]

I'm female & don't have a beard...I don't know why this showed up in my feed but I'm glad it did. Mega congrats to you & you now extended family. That is great news. Wow ...naturally conceived after all this time & safely delivered. Thank you for the share. Cheers from NZ.

[@drpraveenayu]

I started growing beard, love towards my beard just because of you. You are a legend you know that right??!! Lots of love. Stay strong. Love you man ❤️❤️

[@motivationtheoryrunning]

Thank you for sharing, I know it is therapeutic to talk about it and I am sure many out there who are struggling also I appreciate it. It breaks my heart for those that struggle with this issue and I do have several friends who have. I am sure you are a wonderful father.

[@megagene]

This story had more twists and turns than a rollercoaster. Enjoy your time off with your family, brother and stay safe!

[@raptordreamer]

As a woman, it's wonderful to see so many men reach out in such a supportive way. You and your wife have been on many arduous journeys to have a family. I am happy for you that things worked out in two miraculous ways.

[@jasonvenzor2630]

Congratulations Brotha!!! Best wishes to you and your family, Sending you lots of prayers and love, be healthy, and keep on growing!!! Cheers!! 🥂🥂

[@stevenreed007]

Thank you for opening up and being vulnerable Eric! Your baby’s pic at the end changed my sorrowful tears to joyful tears for you and your family. My wife have two children (a daughter and a son), and though our family journey wasn’t nearly as trying as yours, we had complications with both pregnancies and at least one medically determined miscarriage between our two children. Enjoy this time with your family and may it bring you immense joy and wonderful memories for the future!

[@TheAnthonrsls]

As a parent who’s wife almost had a miscarriage I get it. And as always, family comes first. I’m a business owner myself and my business is kinda like my baby, but blood family comes first. Congrats on your baby boy! Wish you and your family the best. Hope to see and hear that your kids keep on growing healthy!!

[@Tomas-tx6lq]

Thanks for sharing! Such a emotional subject that most people don’t talk about. Congratulations for your new born! It’s such a gift to have a healthy child 🙏 It’s wonderful to see that you prioritise your family before work etc. Many people wouldn’t prioritise like that, maybe because they don’t know how vulnerable we actually are and how grateful we should be... But you know and you make your choices after that. You should be proud of that. Well done brother. I wish you all the luck, health and love to you and your family, from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@HLDorfman]

Eric, I hope this comment catches up to you. Rarely do I have the opportunity to hear a story like yours and know a bit what you've gone through. I am the father of two beautiful daughters in their 30s but the journey was similar to what you and your wife went though. People have difficulty knowing how infertility in whatever form impacts every aspect of your life. Every failure is horrific and often those failures take place every month. Congratulations to you and your entire family and hope your family knows how incredible a person you are.

[@freddycruz7969]

Congrats Bandholz Family! Thank you Eric for all you've done for me and the bearded community. I'm sure the best is yet to come. Enjoy your family, there is nothing better. Blessings from New Jersey.

[@emilecaron6976]

I don't care if it's an april fools joke or not! I'm really happy for you and your family Eric. I can respect a man that puts his family first and I'll be happy to see come back on the channel whenever you'll be back! Keep on growing! man!

[@romariocarvalhoneto7831]

Awesome, Eric! Enjoy this blessed time with your family. I have a little one that is 4 months old. Some times is hard when she doesn't let me sleep and other things, but I sure will be more thankful after hearing your story. Thank you so much!

[@getmunygethunys7347]

Hey man. You do what you gotta do. Family is the most important thing in everyone’s life. Congratulations bro🤝

[@drewskiv686]

Great video man. There’s always sunshine behind those rainy days that sometimes doesn’t seem to go away. Thanks for sharing with us your heart. We sometimes forget in our own struggles that people around us fight their own battles and hardships while we think life is only unfair to us. Stay strong brother

[@josephenfieldrider4513]

Good luck Eric. We will miss you. Hope to see you back once everything settles down. I just had a baby girl. The feeling that you are experiencing is something I can relate to. God bless wishing a safe delivery. ❤️ from India, Chennai

[@laurapartida3735]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Please keep us updated as you feel is comfortable for you and your family. My son and his lovely wife went through many of the same things. Then had a son the old fashion way out of the blue... Usually how things happen. I am proud of you for sharing such a sensitive subject . Others need to here what you have said. Your emotions are greatly appreciated because more men feel the same way you do, and have. You are a huge blessing. Enjoy your family and know that there are those who pray for you !. Your family is the most important thing in this world no one can replace each moment and the memories you have. Take as long as you want. Props to you. 🤗

[@Survivalist2012]

Wow man, most honest thing I’ve ever heard coming from anyone! That took balls brother! Best of luck to you and yours.. we’ll keep buying and supporting the brand. Take care of that family, it’s the most important thing in this world. Believe it or not, many many of us know exactly what you’ve been through. Most of us ain’t got the balls to make ourselves vulnerable as u have! Mad respect brother!! WOW.

[@Ragnar.Odegard]

This was honestly truly touching, old friend. Wish you two nothing but the best with the new baby! Lots of love from a neighbour of Denmark 😉👊

[@wt460]

I’m very thankful for your fortune to have an add’l child. Many of us did not try to do (or couldn’t step away from their work) like what you are doing. And, those same “many of us” regret that decision for the rest of our lives. One of my children ended up as a heroin/crack addict, in spite of growing up upward middle class family. I can’t help but think that if I had taken the time off (and I could have) throughout my children’s lives, to make our family a happier one it would have made an enormous difference. I (not we) could have done so much to minimize the chance of addiction striking our home, that the guilt can be overwhelming at times. Eric, take the time now and enjoy the time. You have worked very hard, and money can’t buy you love and it can’t buy you a happy family so enjoy the fruits of your labor now. If you wait there is no chance to make up for that lost time.

[@evh22]

brave man Eric. You are right lots of us gone through it and its so supportive for you to share this. I wish you and your family all the very best wishes

[@Ozzborn85]

Me at first "haha april fool's" then "wtf dude this is too serious to joke about" then "oh man this not a joke" then "oooh only for a month so this is the joke - but still kinda weird". And then "the video will be uploaded when the baby comes"..... WHOA that's why.... The little dude played us all pretty well, may he grow healthy, strong and happy! Congrats! :)

[@grummelbaergrummelbaer8368]

Michał Toński yeah, I thought “April Fool’s!” was coming, too, so I watched out of curiosity. SOOOO much better this way!

[@xforeverxcorruptedx]

Eric, Glad to hear and hope everything goes well. I'm excited for you. Keep on growing and much love and support for you, the company, and your family.

[@brandonwalker1941]

You’ve certainly been around the block. It takes a big set of balls to stand infront of the camera and say what you said. Looking forward Enjoy your new baby boy, Wish you all health and happiness 🙏

[@peterpho]

Congrats on your family and your newborn (by now he must be there) to you and your wife. I’ve recently discovered your brand as many guys likely have over the pandemic. I grew a beard because I could and it wasn’t going to be an issue at work (I’m a family doc and my facial hair has been behind a mask or I’ve been “seeing” my patients virtually). In searching for help dealing with the process, I found your wonderful channel. Today I found this video... A bit of background, my wife (also a family doc) have been married for 25 years. Having kids was a given when we got together. Then it didn’t work. We went through numerous fertility cycles without success. Subsequently we adopted. Jonathon (from home, Toronto) is now 22 and Rebecca (from South Korea) just turned 20. My family is amazing. I have never forgotten the painful process to get to being a dad but I celebrate the outcome. As I’m sure you’d agree, knowing what we have now, I would gladly go through the same process again. I understand your pain and your joy. Looking forward, I can guarantee you have a lot to look forward to. Stay safe! Enjoy your family!

[@wretchedhuman84]

waiting for my order in the mail , congrats! I have 2 kids and being a parent is great! goodluck and hope to see more of your videos in the near future. Keep safe out there.

[@swissmade1497]

Thank you for being open to sharing your story, that was beautiful!

[@11brickster]

It’s humbling Eric , to see another man at his rawest , what a story that was mate.... all the best

[@mrjdubz21]

So happy for you and your wife, Eric. Sad to see you leave for a bit but the culture at Beardbrand lives on! Y'all have helped me more than you know in my grooming routine and personal life so I thank you for that!

[@jayhundley9727]

It's not often that a "guy", a "mans man" if you will, leaves his emotions out there for all to see. I lost a daughter to late term miscarriage. And a son to SIDS. You do what you need to do. Beardbrand, KZbin and the internet will be here when you get back. Thanks for being real Mr. Bandholz.

[@hectoralejandrocastellanos9757]

Im proud and really happy about you, i saw your baby boy on Instagram the other day and it looks amazing, I wish you and your family a happy and healthy life.

[@kekoa1843]

Eric, you have prayers going up from many unknown-to-you people, me included. God Bless, brother! May you be blessed with a baby boy who’ll one day grow a kick-ass, proper beard! Aloha!

[@jamesmartinez1428]

Big hugs for you brother!! Thank you for sharing and you and your family will be in ours prayers! I just got your product from target the other day and I am loving it

[@miguelcancio8730]

Be safe, Eric. You'll always take the Bearbrand family with you.

[@augustinemartineziii7339]

Thank you for being so open and vulnerable you sharing your story will let other people know they are not alone .. peace and enjoy your family we will all still be here.

[@mudrucker3656]

Me and my fiance lost our baby 5 months into the pregnancy we lost him September 20 he was supposed to be born in February we have his ashes it's the worst pain in the world

[@Killsar27]

Thanks a bunch for everything man. And congrats on the new kiddo! You have always been an inspiration to me. I grew my first beard because of your videos and my life forever changed. I wish you nothing but continued success, happiness, and health to you and your family 🙌🏻

[@kungfumind.]

He's not fully stepping down. He's taking a month sabbatical to care for his new child after struggling with infertility for over 10 years. 12:40

[@brucevandervelde1838]

That video broke my heart, I found it hard to breath while watching. After reading through the comments and saw that the baby has been born , I am so happy for you. Thank you for sharing with us. Children change our lives and bring purpose to all that we do. Congratulations to you and the family.

[@leosigman7239]

Congratulations and best wishes, Eric!

[@christopherkennedy3290]

Dang bro I came across this and I remember years ago seeing you videos.....I’m so glad that things are going well for you and your family after such a struggle....things like that make us appreciate the blessings more, thank you for bringing me into your journey

[@Sandullos]

Damn, Eric. You gave me a lump in my throat. Best wishes to you and your family going forward Much love from Denmark

[@Hayyden]

Good for you, Eric! Family first! Much love to your hard work! Bless your beautiful family.

[@Raven_DK37]

Wish you and the family the best in the future bro. A "Hi" from us in Denmark😉 Cheers

[@goodndead8064]

I have been watching all of your videos and always feel so happy watching them. I have two young boys and I’ll admit I had some tears throughout this video. You are an amazing dude and you and your family deserve the very best in this life. I know that the new little dude is going to sport a mighty beard like his old man! Keep it up brother 💪🏻

[@Donsnorrlione]

Oh man, came in here expecting an April fools, got a very emotional ride.

[@CollinAdkins]

Praying for you guys! Thanks for your openness and willingness. There’s a lot to say for a man to be able to get vulnerable in front of an audience he knows isn’t going to be small. Enjoy that month I’m glad to hear you aren’t leaving for good

[@elinkeykramme6511]

Im from Denmark, 🇩🇰 you get a Viking boy, got to give him a strong name 💪 congrats, and good luck... come visit again 🌸

[@jessievomero8543]

Congrats bro. Takes a lot to open up like this so publicly and as a dad a beards men and also had some bumps in the road with conceiving a kid myself would like to extend a thank you to you and your wife. Good luck and wish the best for you guys.