A day in the life of our newborn // Jessie and Claud [AD]

[@Nakita_Jade]

I can’t stop staring at claud. She looks so healthy and glowing. Motherhood really suits both. You’re gorgeous mums and are wonderful!

[@alliem8700]

Same, absolutely stunning!

[@melissam8939]

Came to say the same. These two are absolutely glowing. I'm beginning to suspect there's a whole team off camera directing glowing golden light on Claudia in each of their vids.

[@Ameliamaemay1990]

Omg I just commented something similar! I don’t know if the hair, her skin, but wow. She has the glow for sure!

[@gnostic268]

Agree! Claud is the blueprint for fabulousness in the post-pregnancy phase. She and Jessica are the sweetest new parents ever 💞👶🍼

[@electraheart7745]

Yes they both look stunning but there's a beautiful glow from Claud

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

*CAPTIONS are being made and will be ready in a few hours, thank you for your patience while I find my way back to work as a new mum!*

[@maryh8922]

Jessica, thank YOU for working so hard for us while adjusting to being a mum with Claudia!! Please don't forget that you don't have to push yourself for content scheduling...unless you want to and can do so without triggering a bad body day. I hope you're all five doing well with all the big changes (the dogs count too!) 💖

[@MountainPearls]

Thank you for this…and thank you for being aware with those who also with disabilities (like myself)! BUT, also put yourself and family first! I have a disability, too. (Severe Migraines too, and Trigeminal Neuralgia). It’s so essential not to push your body toooo hard and to listen to it! Please don’t over do it! Rupert (and Claudia of course) need you healthy so much more than we need captains and content! I made the mistake of overdoing it during our move this last week and am paying for it laying in bed for it with on and off face pain! Take care of yourself, Jess! Also, and I say this with all seriousness, if my mom wasn’t mom (she is wonderful): I would truly want you two as my moms/parents. It is so clear how unconditionally loved Rupert is- and he will always have a Loving Haven and soft place to land as he grows up! You both seem very intentional parents and, should Rupert have a disability, you would see him for more than his disability, ability to work and make money and that sometimes needs ext help help…blah blah blah-all Puritanical American Boomer ideals (unfortunately, my father sees me as nothing but my disability and had no idea who I am behind that. I don’t even think he truly understands what migraines are or even tries to…beyond a “headache.”). It hurts more than physical pain and makes me so very sad. I feel like a liability to him that has nothing to really offer him or the world (in his eyes). Thank God for my Mom, people like you two on KZbin, and my therapist! My dad can say very hurtful things-because he isn’t intentional in what he says. (Nor has he ever been-despite the fact that I think he loves me. I think my Grandparents did a number on him, too). Rupert is a very blessed and lucky baby. I’m glad you two chose to be moms! He will do so well in this world with all the love you give him! ANYHOW… on a side (side) note: My baby nieces loved the Baby Lit. books out there! Pride and Prejudice (for babies) is hilarious for adults, too! So is Moby Dick. As a former teacher, good on you for reading to him so early on, please keep it up! if is so so important for the beginning of his lifetime educational journey!

[@tamborineman4704]

Absolutely take your time. Just wondering why not wait the few hours to post the video with captions? I've seen people commenting in other videos while watching before captions are up, and it seems they want to watch right away with everyone else, and are just watching your lovely faces without knowing what you're saying.

[@maryh8922]

@@tamborineman4704 from what I understand, it's a KZbin processing issue, not a thing the uploader can preemptively fix

[@katwitanruna]

You’re both doing a fantastic job!

[@Kjane921]

I’m in love with the fact that your baby wears cardigans. He looks like a tiny grandpa and it’s so excellent.

[@kimflaherty5327]

Especially with his adorable little bald head! 😍

[@paperfoxka]

I mean he has that weird old man hair style, so it's fitting lmao

[@immortxelle]

Babies and old people have always looked the same

[@Boggythefroggy]

Honestly seeing you two talk about how Rupert’s learning about the world as he develops is a really neat perspective than how raising babies is usually talked about with new parents - usually they talk about how they can’t sleep and it’s almost like they don’t talk about how the baby feels about things? I really like hearing how he’s started noticing Claudia’s face when feeding etc, it just makes me appreciate how novel being a baby must be haha

[@marli8907]

I do think it’s a bit easier for them than the “traditional” person as they can make their own schedules. They don’t have to be up for work / school for other kids. Also, I think having two moms helps too. You’ve got two maternal presences.

[@Boggythefroggy]

@@marli8907 yeah I do see that, I think you could still be more humanistic in your view towards your child even if you say have to work a lot, and also if you’re male - I think it’s more because the idea of raising children in society is viewed as very utilitarian and almost like completing steps instead of figuring out what your baby likes and dislikes personally if that makes sense..? I think it stems from more conservative views on child rearing overall. It’s definitely true that lower income families etc will have a harder time doing this sort of thing though because they just won’t have the luxury of ample time and money to raise your kids in this way. Also with many cishet couples the man is probably more likely to not view babies under this same lens, mainly due to the emotional problems that come along with mainstream masculinity etc. I think we would really benefit from raising our kids with more compassion and empathy though and hope more people do it in the future.

[@Boggythefroggy]

@@nicolescats2 yeah I was actually thinking of that too, I’m Canadian myself so we have paid maternity leave for instance. I remember learning the first time how in the states there is no mandate for companies to provide paid maternity leave and it’s just awful. It really is just like you said, that childhood is more to be survived rather than enjoyed because of how that system is set up.

[@ahuman5772]

It seems like despite being disabled, Jessica put in more effort to help Claudia recover post-partum than most husbands do to help their wife. They also work from home. I am reluctant to judge parents who complain about lack of sleep (and sleep deprivation is no joke) or other things because it just is hard. Post partum depression and psychosis can be horrible, and that's not even thinking about the regular things like anemia and pain that almost everyone experiences after giving birth. It also seems like they got a very calm and happy baby! :)

[@lisastenzel5713]

Now that you say it. Yes. True. I guess many people feel the need to get a baby for all the wrong reasons and do not see them as humans until they are a certain age. They don't take joy from seeing their child grow. And that's the sadest thing ever, and shows...how many many people are depressed without realising it. The world is sick of sorrows and trauma. My nephew was born just a few weeks after Rupert was born and I never got to see him. His older brother I did see a bit and his mother...really didn't get the hang of things. The boys are both not doing too well, from what I hear. It's heartbreaking. But when you are not the parents...you have to live with it. By you I mean me in this case.

[@invisibleabi999]

you guys calling yourselves milk lady and nappy lady is perhaps the funniest and most adorable thing i've heard yet today (aside from the little rupert noises at the start of the video of course

[@nutmeg_j]

Parents laughing at the idea of a baby sleeping through the night is one of those pure moments of solidarity that transcends all borders and differences. (Also, I'm a career nanny and I just want to tell you both that you're doing great just following his cues and doing what works for your family! Don't get too hung up on what's in the books, just take what works and ditch the rest. The best method is the one that meets your family's needs. :) )

[@katherinemorelle7115]

My kid was weird, they started sleeping through the night (from about 10pm to 5am) at about 3 weeks old. And it was then I decided that I’d never have another, because I’d jinx it and get a difficult baby. That’s what happened to my parents- I was super easy, slept through from about a month, fell into my own easy routine, never cried much, never got sick, apparently handled teething like a champ with very few issues. As my mother said, my brother is my fault- I lulled them into a false sense of security. “What are these people on about? Babies are EASY!” Hah. My brother was lactose intolerant and had colic. He didn’t sleep through until about 8 months old. Though I didn’t get off completely- though my kid was super easy as a baby, toddler and young child, as soon as puberty hormones started at 9, all that went out the window. They’re now almost 14, and making up for how easy they were when they were younger. My mum calls it karma for how difficult I was at that age (and I was similar- easy from the start, but at about 10, all bets were off).

[@rebeccacuthbertson1271]

Claudia's retelling of the white noise machine story is utterly hilarious and 100% perfect. Mazel tov to you all again

[@gozerthegozarian9500]

"He thinks trees are hilarious!" Well, he's not wrong, is he? They just stand there, with their roots all stuck in the ground and their branches in the air, with leaves full of chlorophyll doing photosythesis and stuff...

[@MarnieLuna]

It reminds me of the rhyme about trees I was told as a kid it went something like 'Oh trees you are so silly, you wear everything when it's hot, but nothing when its chilly'

[@gozerthegozarian9500]

@@MarnieLuna LOL, that's brilliant! I never knew that one...

[@phanterleo]

Totally claude‘s kid 🌳

[@rabbit__]

You're clips of Rupert are done so well! We can still see the cute without his face being plastered all over.

[@ZairaBandy]

But is it all terrible to show his face? Look at Colleen Ballinger. She has show her kid since day one and he is fine. And all her community has grown to love her little boy.

[@MissJen007]

@@ZairaBandy I think it is more about, does the child when they grow up want to have been plastered on the internet

[@Harrison_J_T]

@@ZairaBandy He may feel differently when he's old enough to understand though. There was a mommy blogger who's 9 year old found her blog with essays about her and photos of her throughout her life and she asked for it to be taken down and for her mum to not write about her anymore.

[@ratkamari1180]

@@Harrison_J_T could you please tell me the name of the blogger? I always thought that one might not like their early internet exposure after one's all grown and I'm very thankful for being born before that era.

[@stacyhagan4560]

I don’t think it’s bad to show the babies/kids faces. They will get to a point when they can make the decision .

[@tarahurd2723]

Can’t believe how adorable your little family is and how quickly the pregnancy went can’t wait to see more videos and enjoy all of your content

[@lillianaavaritia9717]

Yeah when I saw the post about Rupert being born I was like "jesus, that went quick" then I realized that my transition (which Roughly overlaps with Claudia's pregnancy) was going on for 10 months Allready :D

[@threecatsinacoat]

i like ur pfp :)

[@tarahurd2723]

@@threecatsinacoat I like yours

[@bartho5212]

Your relationship is beautiful and so loving. Thank you for sharing these precious moments with us.

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

You are so kind thank you!

[@Rose-jz6sx]

Yes it is absolutely the dream

[@jdk2535]

Claudia’s sponsorship section is so calming.

[@maireadk5574]

this whole video was so calming!

[@user-rm7bu9gs2l]

it was so nice instead of the usual sponsors youtubers do where they throw it in your face lol

[@KathrynAnne711]

"You did create a human life" "I know it's like WHOA LOOK AT IT!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣 women are amazing 👏 😍

[@KathrynAnne711]

@@rozlemoni3454 They sold their sperm in order to give a lovely couple what they dreamed of but couldn't do on their own: a (healthy) child. I view it similar to an organ donor. I don't see how that would be traumatic unless you treat it like it is.

[@linw7320]

@@rozlemoni3454 The way I see the process is from the perspective of huge love ! The purposness and legitimacy necessary to achieve all the pieces working in unison, properly ordered and managed. BEAUTIFUL LOVE, WANTED & ACCOMPLISHED!

[@KathrynAnne711]

@@rozlemoni3454 Also, this isn't really a place to debate it. They made a choice, now they have a cute baby. End of story.

[@theemachine3890]

@@rozlemoni3454 well yes and no, its similar to adoption. Some kids care about knowing about their biological parents some don't. He could end up being either or. However it isn't something to deliberate via the internet. Its a personal issue they might not even share . We really should be minding our own business

[@Nakita_Jade]

@@rozlemoni3454 it would be the same if not more traumatizing for a child to be adopted knowing it’s birth parents didn’t want them. With the amount of love and security these mothers will give him I highly doubt he would EVER feel traumatized or feel the need to seek the donor out. He will be just like any child born to a healthy family, conceived out of love. You saying this on a couples baby video is HIGHLY inappropriate. If you absolutely must have this conversation go have it where it doesn’t have to be seen by these wonderful parents.

[@girl.liker4205]

I'm obsessed with Jessica's outfit in this video, she looks like the kindest kindergarten teacher

[@florarobinson3656]

Yes like Miss Honey from Matilda!

[@letsboogiewoogie719]

i thought miss frizzle

[@thestudio66]

He'll grow up knowing sign-language, the love of two adoring mothers, not to mention everything else! I wish every child could be this lucky ❤

[@jaboi7709]

Yeah and babies tend to take to it incredibly well (at least my sibling did)!

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Rupert's birth has been inspiring me to learn sign language myself. It can be quite harder to learn new stuff as an adult but I'm feeling really inspired.

[@monateru1712]

I really love how you keep Ruperts face hidden to respect his privacy and give him agency over his own body! I've always felt a little.... weird about kids growing up from infancy with their faces online for all to see. I don't think most people consider the effects, developmental and emotional, of doing that. I still wonder what he looks like!

[@tiffany02020]

Right? It’s so refreshing tbh. Imagine your boss being able to google all ur baby pics and videos. Clips of you in a diaper. Just there forever. I love snippets like this that you’d share with friends, but constantly family blogging makes me so uncomfortable on behalf of the tiny human.

[@esf34147]

yeah! i think it's alright to show the kid as long as the face is not visible bc that way they can share things about being mothers while respecting the baby's privacy

[@danielled8665]

Yeah, my kids are older now, 6 and 9, and they both beg me to take pictures of them and send it to people, but a lot of kids really don’t feel the same way.

[@laurajohnson9932]

Yes! I still get all my baby squees from the tiny hands and feet. I love that you aren't showing his face.

[@michaeladavis3428]

I do this as well with my baby. His grandparents are upset because they can’t post photos but I want his privacy constantly respected.

[@splitclay]

As someone with cptsd from my childhood, seeing you two talk about what Rupert likes and dislikes, respecting his bodily autonomy, teaching him sign language and asking him for his arms and legs while getting changed made me ball my eyes out. You two are so loving and this video is so gorgeous and your way of parenting is so amazing and lovely to see. It has really opened my eyes to how smart and awesome babies are (when I've only really experienced people only talking about how horribly annoying they are :'( ) I was taught that children are seen and not heard, to always do what I'm told by adults and other unsafe and horrible things. The fact that there's one less baby in the world who has to go through those things, gives me hope that there truly is a better future for all of us. I've just had a bit of a cry knowing that I missed out on an amazing childhood, but if it's what i want in the future, it's great to know i can create a beautiful life with my fiance and our child. I'm trans and queer and seeing you two as parents, lights up my heart. I wish you two the best of luck, and hopefully a good nights rest!! 😄💙

[@albuszx]

I'm in love with the concept of a routine based on the baby's natural tendencies, and also leaving him to play by himself while you guys do work around from so early on! It's such a lovely way to have Rupert already feel like an active part of the household! I think I've been sold to the big M word...

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

they are SO attentive. It seems the Montessori method does help. So a great choice.

[@brittni827]

My toddler LOVES the Baby Loves Coding book. She's not as interested in the other baby loves science books. She picks out the coding book almost every night.

[@morganw2492]

Sounds like you have a future programmer on your hands! 😁🤓

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

I didn't even know these books were a thing, I just grew up with my two older siblings school books and I guess that's how I turned out how I did. My older brother is 6 years older than me and he would sometimes just read me straight from his school book and my older sister who is almost full 13 years older did the same. I then also proceeded to read the ones they had left at home once I could read, was fascinated with my sisters biology books.

[@althyastar]

Aaaah as a computer science student that makes me so happy 🥰

[@anni9666]

@@DieAlteistwiederda Just asking because I am a 20 year old big sister to ~9 year old❤ How has your relationship been? I am kind of nervous about the pre-puberty and puberty phases😅 For now I am the best sister ever since I play games with him and we like the same type of music(🤯), but I guess the time will come when I am not cool at all🙈I hope we stay close for the rest of our lives🤞🏻Honestly since I am so much older than him, I feel so protective over him and I feel like he has been raised by our mom and us, his two older sisters😂

[@audreym3908]

@@DieAlteistwiederda years ago I met a young woman (mid 20s I think) and a little 3/4 yr old girl on a train to the city. Thought they were mother/daughter but turned out they're sisters! Same parents too! She was pretty cool as well being a kick ass marine biologist with an interest in sharks and lots of cool and interesting tattoos. It's amazing meeting ppl like that

[@caitlynungrin1394]

I have no idea how you're managing to film and edit videos while having a newborn and chronic fatigue...you're honestly superhuman.

[@Rose-jz6sx]

Incredible yeah

[@kagitsune]

Scheduling and support! 😊

[@caitlynungrin1394]

@@kagitsune as someone with chronic fatigue, even with scheduling and support, it's incredible

[@kagitsune]

@@caitlynungrin1394 Ah gotcha. Same! I suppose since she has a health care support aide + her wife + she is able to mostly work from home, that helps.

[@caitlynungrin1394]

@@kagitsune even so, I have healthcare, am self employed, and live with my parents as I am 17...it's mind blowing. That being said, all these factors definitely help.

[@5Seed]

My daughter loves to watch your family videos. We live rural and a bit isolated so seeing a lesbian couple/family is only possible through KZbin. Opened up some important discussions and making 2 mums or 2 dads completely normal. Plus it's just adorable.

[@marianneshepherd6286]

Aww what a lovely video! As a nursery nurse don't feel weird about reading to a newborn. Its fantastic bonding time, the bright colors and shapes help develop their interests and its a time your child will be focused on your voice and aid them in language development x x x

[@alyssia7239]

As a librarian, I agree. We do special times for 0-4yrs olds and their parents to promote reading with children. It helps with bonding and language capacities as you said :)

[@rachaelbrown3656]

Also as a librarian I agree! We have bookbug sessions here, and even the littlest ones are active during the sessions!!

[@MarnieLuna]

I got my nephew a books of books when he was born, and he has just turned two and is actively reaching for books as my sister and her partner made the choice to read to him from a young age. So babies do enjoy it and it does help, as he constantly asks for stories.

[@PonderingStudent]

@@MarnieLuna My parents also read to me from when I was born and, according to them, as soon as I could crawl, I would crawl to the bookshelf, grab a book and thrust it at my parents.

[@castlevancleve838]

@@PonderingStudent omg that's so precious 😭😍

[@DefyNottheLoris]

Oh I looooved how you were swaying together (even though Rupert was just on Claudia). It makes so much sense to sway together like that as family bonding. Shared physical movements, tactile memories together

[@dreahagstrom5681]

It's contagious! When I had my kids, and someone else was holding them, I'd often find myself patting my leg as they were patting their back. 🙂

[@carolinamurtha3102]

Ruperts clothes are sooo adorable! He looks like a little gentleman. My husband and I ended up naming our nine-month old son a very English name, I feel like I need to dress him according to match.

[@georginacarter8663]

Advice from a "cricket widow" - try to avoid encouraging cricket as a sport. Although it is a summer sport it can last 6-7 hrs and is basically an exercise in watching grass grow. Also trying to get ground in grass and soil stains from cricket whites is time consuming and often in vain. Avoid at all costs!!

[@llamaliza6886]

Your life seems magical! Thank you for making it feel possible for a disabled person to have a kid, I've always felt that I couldn't handle it with my chronic illness. Also, I love these types of videos, shot in your nursery and garden!

[@kelviannaepperson3677]

Yes I have felt the same but I always knew that I wanted family

[@bartho5212]

I am a mother with a disabling chronic illness. It is not easy but definitely possible and entirely amazing! Raising my child is single handedly the most difficult but incredible life experience I have ever had. If you want to have a baby, I have no doubt that you can make it work. Warmest regards ~

[@rayyg786]

@@bartho5212 I was diagnosed with a genetic disease that will possibly give me some disabilities in 6-9 years, but we still want to give our daughter a sibling. I hope I'll find a support group of Mothers with disabilities or cronic diseases. Reading and seeing this helps already.

[@bartho5212]

@@rayyg786- Absolutely you can do it! Having support and understanding is essential. There are so many good support groups out there. Your doctor may also be knowledge of great groups in your area. Sending you love, light, and joy.

[@Rose-jz6sx]

Same ❤️❤️❤️

[@hmmmm.]

"I don't know quite what you're asking but here's a leg" he's a clever lil baby💕

[@hbpencil5325]

Beautiful family, I am loving learning about the Montessori method. Thought I would drop in and mention a great indoor (outdoor too) sport you didn't mention, which is climbing. Climbing is great for coordination, all around fitness, community, exploration and it involves puzzle solving too. I wish I had discovered climbing younger in life. Sending you all the best wishes, your enthusiasm and compassion are always inspiring.

[@hbpencil5325]

@Amy Tinsky I completely agree! The coordination from these sports is amazing to learn for general life fulfilment and stability. Plus, as an autistic person I really like climbing because I can be social when I feel comfortable, but also have time to enjoy myself alone without expectations :)

[@elliel4736]

Jessica signing with Rupert is one of the cutest things I have ever seen.

[@micivalantincic8227]

I would show this to all those who claim that babies need a mom and a dad. My dad was never involed in rasing me. I don't have any memories from early childhood of him. He told me he dislikes babies and he left it all to my mum. When I was older we had no connection and still don't. So this makes me so tear up, when I see you to so equal and involved. Rupert is a lucky boy

[@rksnj6797]

It's always a good idea to have the schedule written down. That way you're both on the same page on Rupert's schedule. It also helps you notice if Rupert decides to change his schedule. Rupert is adorable!!! Such a beautiful family!!!

[@khaxjc1]

Also helps if you need to bring someone in to help. Which with pandemic times isnt as much an options but with disabilities and sickness and lifes trip ups sometimes help is needed. Or family and friends just desperately want to be there to help.

[@idalaursen8935]

Reading to him really will be rewarded 7-fold later. Teaching him to listen and focus on reading books will be Gold.

[@smay745]

I absolutely love that you both sway when you talk, now. Such a new mom thing to habitually do. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@codename495]

Yes! Never again shall they stand stationary.

[@rebeccabarlow4383]

me and my partner do this and we're not even parents yet 😂

[@TealStarSusan]

And it never leaves you. I find myself swaying/rocking the cats now I’m almost 67! (Cat lady..I know!) Of course my babies weren’t so organised as Rupert. Hmm 🤔 not quite true. Daughter - oh it’s 4am, time to sleep finally! Well that was lovely it’s now 4:20 am and time to wake up and scream for 23:40 minutes precisely…every night for 2 years +. I still ask young mums in shops where you buy the quiet babies that sleep better! My daughter grew up and obviously found out as her two were so organised! Not fair much eh? 😂

[@samanthab3292]

I do this too and my youngest is 3 💓

[@Ameliemichelle]

My boy is 26 and I still find myself swaying if I’m standing in line or something.

[@keridwenx6457]

I was getting the worst baby fever when you guys shared the pregnancy news, and made me start wishing for another baby. Couple months later... Turns out I'm unexpectedly pregnant 😂😂 so these videos are my lifeline now lmao

[@bellatrn9125]

Congrats!

[@codenameverity]

congratulations!!

[@cyan7460]

Congrats :D

[@naomi-art-stuff]

omg !! exciting

[@rhianjones-hancock2014]

I managed to teach my daughter 'arms up' and 'push push push' when getting her dressed, but I didn't plan too. I just think the repetition when you're talking to them helps :) so she brings her arms up for me to take her tops off, and will help me get limbs through sleeves when I say 'push push push' haha x

[@Rosie-yt8nd]

i love how you keep the balance between showing your life as parents and keeping Rupert's privacy

[@perfectlyhopeless]

Claudia's advertising voice is so soothing omg I feel so relaxed listening to her talk about her tea

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

I'm amazed she can CHANGE her tea at all !! Must be good.

[@alexfoley4744]

I love you talking about how you’re focusing on him and how he’s responding to the environment and encouraging him to learn and make choices even at such an early age, not making it about you and how hard it is being a parent. Keep being a beautiful example of genuinely loving parents! You are a gift!

[@LaylaNobody]

This is how it actually is when you have parents that actually want you, and will love you. I love this

[@lillylunapotter8079]

You will love when he outgrows part of the schedule and just one day takes one less nap but you were counting on that nap for something. You will feel like you are losing it. It had happened to me so many times! Then one day when daily naps are not a thing anymore the fun of growth spurts will make random exhaustion happen and he will just fall asleep in the afternoon after insisting that the grumpiness is not being tired.

[@juniper617]

They do change very quickly. My kid started rolling around the floor at 16 weeks. She could zoom all over the house and any time you put her down, she’d take off. She didn’t seem to have a purpose to it. She just liked rolling. But that was it-from that moment on she could never be left on the floor without someone’s complete attention.

[@Chibi-kittenplays]

He will treasure your laugh for all his life! You got a loud but super beautiful laughter! Never stop!

[@jenmen987]

I love the balance that y’all have made with letting us glimpse into your beautiful life but also keeping him as private as possible. I know that when he is old enough to understand he will be so thankful for this!

[@CJG-bk4bk]

I miss when my little 6 year old was a tiny baby. So cute. The little thing Ms like when she first figured out how to get off the bed by herself. When she first walked then ran. When she climbed her first bookshelf (yes that’s gonna happen). Her first time on a tree. First time a squirrel turned the tables and chased her. Seeing all these things are priceless.

[@caitlinquinn79]

I love Claudia doing sponsors 🥰 very wholesome.

[@ianthesilverfire5224]

When our kid was young, like, around 8-9 months, she asked to be picked up. Indicated I should go over where her sound machine was. Then she hit it. Hard. It instantly broke and she giggled.

[@sunflowerspirited4974]

You guys are so cuuute! You can tell you love baby Rupert so much when you talk about him, love to see it ;0; I've never heard a parent talk so enthusiastically about their baby before, it's so refreshing. You talk about him like he's a real person, and I'm just not used to children being spoken about in that way (which is sad). Sending all my love! You guys really inspire me and I hope I can be such a loving parent one day.

[@TheVioletMaze]

You two are looking so good for having a new born. I looked like a zombie for about a year. Edit: My baby didn't like the white noise at first then liked it later so don't completely write it off yet. They are constantly changing what they like. I just thought of it as a game. :D

[@nicolescats2]

This may seem like a weird question, but are you in the USA? Having joint paternity leave plus family that can drive over from quite a ways away in an emergency really helps with exhaustion. Parenting is still difficult in a supportive jurisdiction, but you don't hear the same stories about people who thank their deity that they didn't crash their car due to exhaustion on those first months back after FMLA leave. Americans brag about belonging to a company that offers more than the 4-8 weeks of paid leave common in the quarter of managerial/professional positions that offer paid maternity.

[@westzed23]

@@nicolescats2 They live in England. Maternity and Paternity leave is different around the world. Most have paid leave stipulated by government. I am not sure but the US is one of the few countries without paid government Maternity leave.

[@nicolescats2]

@@westzed23 I know they do, I'm wondering if that is the reason why they look so good for having a newborn compared to others. I was wondering if having a supportive leave policy keeps most people over there from looking like a zombie due to exhaustion, and if their level of tiredness is normal in their social circle unlike the social circles of many commenters. As someone in the US, I have no idea what two parents being involved in their newborn's life looks like, as over here one parent feels forced to pick up extra hours, or both struggle to split parenting duties into shifts, to cover the time the child isn't at daycare.

[@westzed23]

@@nicolescats2 I definitely think that it does parents well. Without the pressures of jobs, Moms and Dads can bond with baby, and Mom can heal up. Jessica and Claud look very happy and so well and glowy. They're such a happy family.👩‍🦰👶👩

[@julinbelle]

This is the loveliest family I've ever seen. Rupert is so lucky

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

they care so much and want his world to be perfect !! The love 💖 he feels is the best though, he will have that the rest of his life.

[@nekkidnora]

I cannot handle how wonderfully you're doing- letting him set his routine nd following his natural rhythm! I just really love to see it! I bet by age 2 he's going to have all sorts of questions about those baby science books. Makes sense for the end of the day- poor baby's getting tired, he doesn't know what he wants!

[@laurenwilliams4830]

I’m a Montessori toddler guide and certified in Montessori infant/toddler. I LOVE how y’all have incorporated Montessori into your life and found out how it works for you! I am very passionate about Montessori and how it supports the natural growth and learning of the child. Thank you for sharing all of this with us!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

RELAXED ATTITUDE : while BUSY with = a yellow light, 3 mobiles, books books, sleep bag , curtains closed, white noise machine (gone), floor bed, Moses crib, park walks, sign language, 2 bath thingees, hilarious nappy time, milk lady antics, and even more, all day/night, 24/7. Bravo, you are indeed newborn Parents and Rupert is your little, sweet gorgeous Boy 👶 !! YAY You are making this look good !!

[@gamingamanita]

Good thing that while you both have breakfast, Rupert is being carefully watched by his older furry siblings. "Don't worry, mommies! We'll keep an eye on him!

[@dreahagstrom5681]

I thought it was so cute. Walter may have seemed uninterested but he was being protective. At least that's what I've convinced myself. 🙂

[@coletteandtulip]

You two are so cute together. Well I guess I should say you three. You're my relationship/parenting goals.

[@Pennydeadful]

The white noise thing 😂 my first baby would only go to sleep with gentle, low classical music playing in the background at bedtime so I used to set one song on every night and within minutes they would be out for the count. Rupert is adorable batting his mobile about. It’s amazing when they find their hands.

[@bexshilling9308]

Jessica, I have memory loss as well and struggled badly remembering feeds, diaper changes, sleep, medicine, so I used an app that tracks everything (Glow Baby) since day 1. My son is 8 months old and it's still my lifeline!

[@Lilyyym1212]

I think we can all agree Rupert is cutest.

[@HanahS.]

The chocolatey highlights in Claudia’s hair look lovely 🥰 they frame her face so nicely

[@amidnightblue]

Rupert seems like a wonderful baby, I'm so glad that you got a fairly easy baby, especially with your worries about your abilities as a mum. The clip of you signing with him while changing his nappy was unbelievably cute, he clearly loves it and you very much. He's growing up so fast, babies at 3-4 months are my favourite human beings on the planet! They're just starting to show their personality but still very much a baby that are (usually) happy to just be cuddled. I am speaking as a non-parent, just someone who is the go-to person for baby holding in my family and also works in a toyshop, where occasionally a tired parent will entrust me with their child while they browse.

[@ang_131]

As a mom to a 10 week old, I relate so much to this video! He’s my second so I’m definitely way more relaxed about it all (naps on the play mat? Sure, why not? Let his sister pile half her toy box on and around him? As long as his airway is clear, sure, why not?).

[@DinoKalz]

Despite your clear exhaustion you both look SO happy. Seeing you both laugh and joke still and have all of these new experiences and joys to have together is so lovely ❤️

[@amazon4662]

I am impressed that Rupert can play on his own for an hour in the morning!

[@forced2makethisbloodyaccou355]

I needed some wholesome family content. Thank you both!

[@MissJen007]

Same, it has been a rough day

[@clarascats1365]

Same

[@GentlethemJoey]

I love the little lines at the bottom of the screen to indicate Rupert being noisy off camera so anyone watching without sound with subtitles still gets the full effect. ❤️

[@CobaltHanna]

I LOVED hearing so much from Claudia in this video, she's really funny. I remember that she used to be a bit more camera shy so it was really nice hearing her tell the white noise machine story etc. and do the sponsored segment :)) Also i really enjoyed this video because it was so nerdy and caring.

[@jerrihadding2534]

Montessori was SO wise! My godson (her son) was raised by my very best friend since we were eight years old. He is now 40. We are in our seventies. She was a Montessori teacher for children from infants to five years old. She kept a Montessori pre-school for 25 years. Her “kids” AND their parents STILL keep in contact with her. Her own son and his two sons have TOTALLY THRIVED! Congratulations for choosing Montessori! If you ever feel in the need of consultation regarding Montessori, she will give you wise counsel.

[@DawnBurn]

"And then he sleeps through the night... NO WE DON't"

[@TheFalsettoTesla]

Watching this process has been such a mix of emotions for me. It's so heartwarming to see the care and attention you're paying this little person. Rupert is *such* a lucky boy. At the same time, it's making me realise how neglected I was as a child. There wasn't a single adult in my life that paid even a fraction of this attention to me and I'm really starting to mourn that loss. Thank you for this window into parental love, because I think it's been really useful for me to see.

[@pairoleggs]

I’m in awe of how you two seem to just shine and seem so happy and content. I was watching some older videos and the difference is astounding. It’s not like you were unhappy before but now it’s like you’re stronger and have a stronger bond. It’s so lovely to see

[@Imasuky]

There is a baby book for quantum physics...wow. In the song it's a wonderful world there's that line about seeing babies and how they'll learn more than I'll ever know. Seeing things like this really do give me a hope for the next generation, with such lovely caring moms I am sure he has a bright future

[@kellyannecoll]

jessie’s increasingly delirious laughter listening to claudia at the end is such a mood 😂 yall are the cutest lil family in the world 🌈💙 also- (tw) sending love to anyone affected by the news in Plymouth today. as an american i am so so sorry to see this kind of horrible heartbreaking violence happening in your country. we love you friends, holding you in the light 💞

[@charlotte.4929]

Jessica’s new mom laugh and energy elevates me

[@danielled8665]

Awww! As an adhd mom one thing I’ve always struggled with is a schedule; having a set schedule makes me feel like every day is an overwhelming task, like planning a big social event every single day. It’s one of the things I wish I could do better, but every time I try I end up exhausted and overwhelmed inside a week. :(

[@lizrichardson3309]

I love how you both rock in unison! Even when Rupert is not with you, you do it..... I think it must be a reflex, but it's very sweet to see. Thank you for sharing, Rupert has such a lovely family!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

remember, they are 👩‍❤️‍👩 stuck together, as one. lol So cute.

[@auditoryeden]

You guys are doing spectacularly with your semi-dormant neonate. I'm sure there are frustrating moments you're not sharing with us, but it really sounds like you're doing an amazing job as parents.

[@kittymervine6115]

Also Jessica, your laugh is so delightful and natural and HAPPY. Claud, there is going to be a lot of laughter between those two so get used to it! Thank you for being dedicated to Montessori. My three year old grandson is following in his mother's steps (I admit I put my daughter in Montessori as it was the only pre school with an opening when we moved! Little did I know how much the entire family would come to love it! So proud of my daughter for enrolling little Caspian in Montessori - he loves it!

[@connie6545]

It's SO wonderful to see your family. A baby will put YOU on a schedule; and you just have "read" what they are telling you--"no white noise machine, please!" LOVE that you are signing with your son--THAT makes it an all-inclusive home [as it should be]. I worked with a hearing impaired pre-school so I learned how to sign, but was surprised at some of the family members who didn't! Mom's Rock!!

[@112foxyloxy]

I love watching these videos where you are sat on the floor together. Watching you both rock at the same time without even realising is the cutest thing. You are such a good little family.

[@electraheart7745]

Rupert is going to have an amazing sense of style just look at his cool vintage clothes like his mama Jessica and Claud is definitely glowing still you both look amazing thanks for sharing these clips of your little family with us.

[@lucylulusuperguru3487]

You can see now how the sleeplessness and delirium has officially set in for both of them. Bless them. Jessica, will you be taking on another carer now that your maternity leave will be over? You're holding up pretty darn good but I can't help but think it would be a great help...and Claudia is just a champ. I swear pregnancy & new mom has never agreed so much with a woman, her whole aura is lit up even if she's exhausted as well. Rupert of course is doing great and adorable! Also, for the white noise thing. Keep it bc it may come in handy later, try soothing "Rainy Day classical piano or cello music", it even works on my DOG. It's super soothing and mellow. No crazy crescendoes or loudness yet variable enough not to be too boring or repetitive.

[@littlemisswolfee1095]

This was one of the most realistic day in the life with a newborn videos Ive watched.. Also can I just say how Glowing Claud is and how absolutely stunning you both are, Motherhood suits you both so well and its so delightful to see you two with Rupert ♥

[@carlyblack42]

I love how expressive Rupert is already. 😊 He is going to be such a good kid when he grows up, I can tell, with 2 such great mums!

[@ErisFae]

I know you don't really want to show the little one's face (probably a great decision), but I'm grateful we still get to see his adorable little outfits. Was super excited to see how you dressed him, since I adore your fashion sense.

[@meejjj.]

One of the first same sex couples I've followed to have a family was Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black, it felt so surreal to hear the news of the baby on the way and felt even more unreal when snippets of him had finally come up. Now, Robbie is three years old and I'm witnessing another couple I follow share their new life with their own son. As someone who has known they weren't straight for years, the fact that I'm approaching the depths of adulthood scares me. People talk about family homes and cars while I wonder if having a family is even an option for me. I'm bisexual and the option to marry a man and act heteronormatively is there, but that's not the entire me and I always think about the possibility of meeting a woman that I'd want to spend the rest of my life with. As someone stuck in the closet in a religious family and conservative country, I just look at you guys and it makes me super happy. It's couples like you and Tom and Lance that give me hope for myself in the distant future. Motherhood suits the two of you so much and I'm sure that Rupert will join a relatively safe sport as soon as he's able to choose. You're both glowing and doing great, I hope all the best for your adorable family!

[@alexvainio]

I just thought to come give you a virtual hug. ^_^ We're rooting for you and your future!

[@dorcascristy601]

Yoooo, that’s exactly how I feel!!!

[@ophilianecr]

Hi MJ! As a bisexual woman in my mid 30's;I was totally in that spot in my early 20's. I wasn't even sure if monogamy was for me. However, that all completely went away after dating my now husband. It just clicked that this person understands me, loves me for me, makes me feel uplifted, we have an incredible dynamic even when we argue, and i want to be a better person for them. I just stopped thinking about "what if's" with other people. We've been together for 11 years, and no regrets. I didn't even think of being heteronormative, because I'm still queer, but I have no interest in being with other people. (And this man doesn't fetishize my bisexuality and pressures me into 3ways like many men have). We are a goth/ alternative couple, child-free, and we love our 2 cats! He's not a traditional man who falls into traditional gender roles, and that's what I love about him. But that only came as a result of dating several men and women over time. I even tried the polyamorous relationship, the open relationship, but it seemed so much more trouble than it was worth, IMO. Every ex taught me more of what I was looking for in a relationship, and what I needed to work on so that I was a better partner. And truly, that's what the point of dating is. Good luck in your love life, and remember that you can't plan for real love. It will come in its own time, on its own agenda, you can either accept or decline.

[@janetg3826]

your family is so lovely - thank you for letting us share rupert’s loveliness 💕(and it’s so nice to see you signing with him!)

[@prxttyeyes]

I love this family and the glow you guys have. You all are goals!! 💕

[@jennym8204]

I'm the oldest kid in my family, with a bro 10 years younger and baby cousins who were regularly in the house being watched. I am mind boggled at the concept of what life is like with only one small child and being in a place with so much time with both parents home. I can't imagine this. My mind is blown. It's amazing!

[@moomin1632]

Im so excited for you both to experience the absolute joy of watching a baby turn into a toddler. You're going to have so much fun with him ❤️the attitude you have towards parenting is beautiful ❤️

[@jadedreadsbooks]

I’ve watched so many family KZbin channels for so many years and your videos make me feel so happy. I love how not only are you respecting your baby and their privacy but you are teaching others that not everything revolves around the internet. It’s sad seeing kids of youtubers always film them growing up. I think it mentally drains children at a young age to be known as a kid of a youtuber and not having any privacy with your parents because people are so fascinated by your life. Also love how you are singing to your baby at a very young age because not many people understand that it’s another way to communicate with your kid even if they don’t know how to fully grasp sentences yet. Also i love that even through Rupert is still very young he has his own little personality. I can’t say wether it’s easy or not being a parent (because I’m not one ) but i love how you two are loving and caring people and try your best to be there for him and yet also let him learn at an young age to also be independent. Hope you both are doing well and much love to you both and Rupert 💗

[@MissDaisyUeda]

Claudia looks amazing with her shorter hair! It suits her.

[@Pikasusuu]

I started following Jessica and Claudia's videos when I was a medical student, after being shown a video featuring Jessica in a disability awareness seminar. Now they have a newborn baby, and I'm a newborn baby doctor 😳 I've learnt so much from this channel about disability, thank you for enabling me to become a doctor that is (hopefully) more compassionate and aware about disability issues when treating patients.

[@samanthab3292]

Keeping kids on a schedule that suits them is extremely helpful not only for those living in the household, but for any help or sitters that take care of him for a bit! 💓 I've personally seen how difficult it can be for young babies not on a schedule 😬

[@TerminallyPerky]

The smiles on the two of you, and the glow you both have from being so in love with Rupert, are making me want to have a baby! NEVER wanted one. Now, late 20s and possibly may change whole life plan!🥺💖 You've got a BEAUTIFUL FAMILY, Jessie & Claud! ♡♡♡

[@dark_baphomet]

I love how you actively try and work out what’s wrong and fit his schedule to him

[@amyhull754]

Seeing you being mums is just....I ADORE it. You're so comfortable and HAPPY and content and I LOVE it.

[@VianneyCreates]

I love that Claudia is wearing the classic nursing mom look! I wore that look for years off and on with three bebes!!!

[@jessicahanson2409]

It’s so much work but everything is so worth it when you see your baby. Like all the stress of whatever just goes away. Children are magical that way.

[@Tete-lh5ij]

I love how you both are swaying (even though only Claude has Rupert strapped to herself). That's a classic parent-thing (same as rocking the shopping cart in the super market).

[@sleepingswiftly]

You mommies are glowing both in and out! I'm so glad you are enjoying these beginning days with little bub!!

[@cboyd3469]

I’m kind of mind boggled by Claudia doing the sponsorship! Way to go Claudia!

[@dr.multitasker9998]

I love that KZbin keeps on recommending these amazing queer couples to me, like THANK YOU, KZbin!! You guys seem super fun and cool

[@kassidyhaggstrom7039]

Such beautiful mommas to such an adorable little man. I’m so happy for you both ❤️ much love and happiness