NESTING, MEALS, HOSPITAL BAG | Prepping for a Big Life Change

[@vickinoeske1154]

So exciting! I remember the joy of washing the tiny clothes, blankets, etc. in Ivory detergent and putting them away in drawers before the baby arrived. What a wonderful time of life Hilary.

[@CherylMacKay11f]

You’ve done awesome. I’m past baby days... but I still love watching you.

[@mombythec]

When I was scheduled for kidney surgery, a partial nephrectomy, I did that same type of double batch meal prepping! It worked out great since I am a single mom and the kids still needed meals to eat, both during the time I wasn't home and after I came home. I did a lot of similar prep with hospital bag....the only thing I didn't think of was foods/snacks. I had never stayed at that hospital, but I thought Boston would have good food service. They don't lol. Here on Cape the hospital is a la carte and I can easily work with my dietary issues, but at that hospital, they just brought you what they made! So if I ever go to a Boston hospital again, I will bring snacks that I can have!

[@caitlinbures4802]

I like having extra meals prepared for when you come back from Vacation/trip! Just so nice to not have to think about a menu while you’re doing laundry or unpacking. I also try to clean my house before so your not walking into a messy or dirty house! Prayers for your birth and baby boy!

[@cystocomplex]

Thanks for sharing hilary! I pray for your safe and smooth delivery. Amen.

[@nikitaborg5879]

I like how organised you are in everything, even when it comes to preparing for your baby. Well done! I love watching your videos from Malta (in Europe)

[@andree824]

Nothing beats being prepared and organised, with a baby on the way. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. I truly admire you : )

[@newenglandcoast-b4p]

The countdown begins shortly, I am so excited for your family! You are so sensibly prepared, I would expect nothing less. I LOVE how you are "not over the top", like too many KZbin Moms!! They seems to try to outdo each other to have the "Best, newest, most expensive, exclusive". Their baby's whole environment is artificially controlled: motion, sound, temperature, they are attached to their new age bedding that rocks them constantly, constant sound. It is awful! Simple and natural is much healthier.

[@mariannedressler6784]

You look so pretty in this video. Definitely got the glow. You guys have such a beautiful family. Praying for safe delivery. Can’t wait to hear his name.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@mindymudge7247]

I love that dresser for the boys. You are already, just need the baby☺️ You are a wonderful mom and great encouragement to us who watch your channel. Congratulations and God Bless you!

[@OldWorldHome]

God bless you Mindy ❤️

[@patriciacaughey5122]

You are so organized. Soon your "bundle of joy" will be arriving.

[@daygirl2659]

Great job Hillary it must feel so good to have all those things done ✅ I can’t wait to meet baby boy💙🙏

[@OldWorldHome]

Me either ☺️

[@terryruiz7417]

Great preparations! Interestingly, it sound as though hospital stays after giving birth are longer in New Jersey than where we live. Generally sent home here in less than 24 hrs.! I'm much older, and stays way back when we're usually three days. I do think new moms, first child, are sent home way too soon these days. Praying for easy delivery for you, and healthy momma and baby!

[@rebeccareid6026]

I completely agree with you, i live in Scotland and with my last son he was born at 5am and we were out of the hospital by 3pm unfortunately he was what they called a cold baby and ended up straight back up to the hospital the very next day to be placed in the hot cot which is a 100 mile trip either way. I remember my grandmother saying back in her day they were kept in for 10 days. How times have changed.

[@yoly507]

I'm in NJ and it's 48 hours for vaginal and 72 for a c section

[@larag1764]

Australian hospitals also discharge new mum's quickly but if you have (expensive) private health insurance and it's your third (or more) baby they'll let you stay up to five days.

[@katietennant4087]

I have two month old! She is my third. The best gift someone gave me for my shower was a recipe box of freezer meal recipes! I prepped them before baby was born and then I did another prep before I went back to work! Making my life so much easier!

[@OldWorldHome]

Great gift idea!

[@katietennant4087]

@@OldWorldHome it was perfect! Especially since it was my third girl and I didn’t need a lot of “stuff.”

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

Hilary, I am a new subscriber & enjoy your videos so much. You are so well prepared and organized. I hope that will be a huge blessing to you when you bring your sweet baby boy home. Watching you reminds me of me & many of my habits & the way I organize. I’ll be praying for you and a smooth , quick delivery 💙🙏🏻

[@OldWorldHome]

So glad you’re here Sarah, welcome! Thank you for the kind words 💛😊

[@cjrrob7336]

Of course you're all ready! I wouldn't expect anything less. 😄 Having everything organized & ready to go keeps things calm & peaceful & I think that rubs off on your other children also. Enjoy your last month, I hope you continue to feel well. 💞💞

[@rebeccareid6026]

All the best Hilary I've loved following your journey . I remember commenting when you were expecting luke saying how I was trying to talk my husband in to baby number 4, Well we are now expecting baby number 5. What a shock that was but we couldn't be happier :)

[@OldWorldHome]

Ah congratulations Rebecca! Every baby is a blessing 💚

[@olivialara2803]

Yes, EVERY baby is a blessing! Hubby and I are expecting baby number 5 as well. Due the beginning of October and boy were we shocked! Its ok, God's plans are always better than ours. Now that the shock is over we are happily planning our soon to be newest member :)

[@leem200]

You look lovely. Hard to believe your this far a long already. Seems like you just told us you were expecting. Brings back mine life when younger. Thank you for sharing.

[@debbiem6406]

Yep, you’ve got that right! You’ve been working hard nesting away! Lovely to see everything all ready and in place. Was a labor & delivery birthing coach for years, so praying for a smooth and “uneventful” labor & delivery for you & Baby Boy. I’m so excited for you & your family! 💙

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!! Yes uneventful is what we’re praying for ❤️

[@ginahernandez3219]

Praying for a safe and smooth delivery. Thanks for sharing.

[@wendymalatios8907]

So organised Hillary..... well done. I love that your hair is getting longer, it’s definitely more you...... 🌸

[@michellemorales413]

I just realized I been watching along time you only had 1 baby

[@carolmiller8811]

I am excited for you and Dan and the kids! Our 9th grandchild will be born the first week of July, and our oldest grandchildren are 20! I can't wait to hold a newborn again! Blessings! ❤

[@elycevwestby1521]

Loved this! Our little baby #4, a boy too!, is coming in about a month as well. I just finished up a month of freezer meals and it feels so good! Been working on organizing and cleaning and now have just some nursery and baby clothes prep. Congratulations on your little baby!

[@donna8212]

You’re doing a great job getting everything prepared ☺️. Time flew by this past year. I can’t believe my granddaughter is going to be a year old in two weeks 😭. You look fabulous as always 😉.

[@MindyourMatters]

Nice work! You will thank yourself for all the prep work. Nice job Hillary

[@poonamjaisinghani8437]

You are so well prepared. Expect nothing else from you. God bless you and your family.

[@annw1395]

You win the "Best Prepared Mommy" award! It's all the stuff we know we need to do, but might not actually get around to doing it!

[@victoriasugent6288]

Super job, Hilary!! Don’t know how you do it! Can’t wait to see that little boy!

[@yvonnebrown1585]

Timely tips for new mothers to be. My preparations for my first 65 years ago was to buy the flannelette and sew diapers. Made a basinette from a big wicker laundry basket. Lined it of course so it was cosy. Used lots of secondhand things , crib, carriage. My first two were home deliveries at the midwifes house plus the doctor was there.

[@ruthlloyd1163]

We do have a ton more “essentials” for a new baby.

[@eileenalholinna5310]

Our last baby was due in July, but she came on June 16! That baby is turning 40! My thoughts and prayers are with you for a good delivery, Hilary! God bless you all! ❤️

[@janejones1797]

Looks like you’re ready! I’m so happy for you!

[@jeanieyelton1564]

Prayers for a safe and wonderful delivery of your new sweet boy 💞

[@sharonsomers5513]

I love that you are so organized and prepared for the baby.

[@chandrareaux6700]

Omg I can't believe Luke is 21/2 already!! Great video!

[@larag1764]

Oh those tiny clothes and nappies (diapers) are precious !! Wishing you all continued good health xx

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you! They’re precious ☺️

[@mildredbc5425]

Praying for a smooth delivery….🤗🏡💕🙏🏼Tyfs.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@nancyschaecher2548]

You look superb, definitely the glow going on! And no surprise, you’re organized which makes for a sense of calm. Blessings & prayers all continues to go well.

[@sandratagaban5541]

It’s 3 a.m. in Alaska. I have insomnia. Your notification come up so here I am.

[@OldWorldHome]

Good morning ☀️

[@te4545]

You are so right Hilary - this is a helpful video to those awaiting the arrival of a new little bundle of joy as much as anyone else experiencing a major life change but it is also a great reminder that preparation is key. Being prepared and anticipating our future needs eliminates the need to make decisions in the hard moments and sets us up for success, all things our future self will thank us for. Sending you many blessings in these last few weeks of nesting. Have a lovely day 😊.

[@gopugmama4408]

Well done my friend! It's been 33 years since my first baby boy was born (he was also a June baby) and I also did many of the things you have done. Life was so much easier since my husband only had two days off work once we got home. We just moved and didn't have a church family yet, but so appreciated their help when baby number two came along. You are so encouraging and organized and bring a wealth of helpfulness to your viewers. You are much loved by this community! So excited to meet your new baby son!! Be blessed sweet friend!

[@konstantinetransit]

Really enjoyed the video! Wanted to let you know that the Fisher Price Rock n Play has been recalled

[@OldWorldHome]

Yes, thank you. Thanks for watching 💛

[@mombythec]

@@OldWorldHome I wanted to say that too, glad someone else noticed. I bet after using one for 3 with no issues, it's hard to think of switching. There must be something similar out there? I had babies from when they could sleep in any position in drop side cribs to back only in fixed side cribs. My oldest is 25 and youngest is 9, things change so fast over the years!

[@neetakadam6039]

You glow more n look beautiful. I pray for your smooth delivery.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@christinedisneyqueen5746]

You are so ready...best wishes for you and baby! 💜

[@elizabethdavis5]

The Rock N Play has been recalled- SORRY- I know we loved ours too!

[@orion6746]

The life you have with your little family and you being a Domestic Engineer is what I always wanted. I divorced when my daughter was 1 and now shes turning 19 this month. My 2 person family turned out fine though (very Gilmore Girls around here). But I do live vicariously through you :)

[@lynnek4226]

Thank you for sharing your recipes! Just to let you know, the link to the ham and cheese quiche recipe in the description box goes to the morning glory muffins recipe.

[@OldWorldHome]

Ah thanks, I corrected it 💛

[@lynnek4226]

@@OldWorldHome thank you, Hilary! I’m going to try making it. :)

[@cindyanderson8509]

I’m so happy for you and your family! Baby is such a lucky guy! 💫⭐️✨

[@margieanne9328]

Wishing all the best for you and the baby.God bless you all.I will keep you in my prayers.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you! 💛

[@margieanne9328]

@@OldWorldHome your welcome

[@teresawoods5719]

Carrots and apples in a muffin sounds delicious! Good morning ! ☀️

[@DH-qz2so]

Muffin Recipe - Google the Best of Bridge's "Sunshine Muffins"... uses a WHOLE orange, raisins, nuts if you wish...smells so good and taste amazing! Calls for a blender for the recipe...

[@juanitahill4832]

You're so organized, as always!

[@renee7aw]

My first was born in 1986 and the Dermoplast can has not changed ;-) I would have been lost without that and sitz baths (don't know if they still do that as part of the postpartum routine). God's blessings to you and your growing family!

[@marymartinez8047]

Ah, Hilary, you feel like family. I actually thought in the middle of his video that I needed to mark my calendar so I could plan to bring a meal later this month... Looking forward to meeting little baby. ❤️

[@olivialara2803]

Lol, if only we could take her a meal! I'm all the way in California but wish I could as well ;)

[@lisaremy4817]

You are so organized! I’m so happy and excited for you and your family. Prayers for a safe delivery and healthy baby and Mommy. ❤️

[@donnacalvert311]

I love watching your videos! You are so organized. Looks like you are almost ready now for baby. I wish you a healthy delivery and healthy baby. God bless all of you🙏💗👣

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@WBCRO]

Your video brought back such sweet memories of my own delight in organizing my soon-to-be -born babies’ dresser and closet and packing my hospital bag. But that was 31 & 28 years ago! You mentioning “nesting” reminded me of my dad saying that he always knew when my mother was about to go into labour: he would find her on her hands and knees, scrubbing the kitchen floor! Your cooked-ahead meals look terrific.... you are a talented, organized lady!!!

[@carlottadix]

Hillary you look stunningly beautiful this morning. You give me the best muffin inspiration. We are meal prepping for husbands surgery. I freeze muffins for this purpose. I love dresses too. We have similarities in values. I can't wait to see your new little baby. Will you consider showing a video of the children meeting their new sibling or at least taking turns holding the new family member. Nursery organization looks fabulous. The clothes are adorable.

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Hilary, you motivate me so much. Your prudent behavior is most inspiring. I always gain from what you post🌹

[@lilymcg6230]

Best wishes!!! You’re an inspiration. I don’t have kids but if I did. I would want to be like you as a mom.

[@TheRealLydiaSenn]

You are so on top of things!

[@TerraKiev]

Thank You 🙏

[@sherryruddell3588]

How exciting! Though I'm past this point, I love seeing all of the baby things. You are great at getting prepared.

[@carlenehall2979]

🤗 Praying the coming weeks go smoothly and you are able to get the rest of your nesting ideas accomplished. Blessings to you Hilary!

[@donush9139]

Congratulations & God Bless You on Your New Pregnancy. May God Be With You and Your New Baby & Family.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you! 💛

[@marykay4615]

I loved this video so much!! I’ve had 5 kids and youngest is 11 I loved being pregnant and even giving birth! Such a miracle every time!

[@OldWorldHome]

I grew up in a big family too, it was and continues to be wonderful ❤️

[@shesacamper1497]

Awesome vlog! Great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@sadieporter2176]

Oh man !! I have 15 weeks left. Due in sept. And this made me so broody 🤣. Now I need to go find something teeny tiny to fold and smell !!! Congrats on baby boy keeping you and him in our prayers as your due date approaches!

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you so much, September will be here in no time! ❤️

[@irenet5653]

I can’t wait till you have baby boy 👦 🍼

[@tanyajohnston8262]

you always seem so organized and prepared. You will do great

[@aliciaunaryan4751]

Super excited & not too long to welcome baby to the family. All the best with your upcoming birth. Greetings from South Africa

[@sandielindemeyer9341]

Had no idea that you were having another baby. Wishing you so much joy!

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you!

[@HeatherB81]

I feel like you just had Luke!! Crazy how time flies!!

[@benandmeghan3894]

A lot of this can help even though I'm not having a baby! Thank you and your organization genius. I'm preparing for a crazy time with my son having surgery (the James you said happy birthday to last year 🥰), all the pre appointments he needs due to medication allergies, my 30something birthday, my husbands birthday, my daughter's high school graduation, and my husband starting seminary, and really hoping to make another event, all in the span of a few days!

[@cherylodonnell6050]

Prayers for everything to go well. Cant wait to meet him, exciting time of life.

[@Barbara-vx9fd]

Dear Hilary! 🙋 I wish you all the best for the birth of your second baby-boy. 🙏 Have you chose a name? I think, Eric or Ethan are pretty names. 👶 Greetings from Germany! 🇩🇪

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you! Yes we have a name 💙

[@janetispraisinggod]

So excited for you all! 💙 Great tips!

[@reniehandler2595]

I have 3 children and this time of preparing and organizing for the new baby is so exciting! I feel that the more you can do the easier it is once the little one arrives! Those little diapers and outfits are absolutely adorable! We really do forget how tiny they are! 💙💙💙

[@OldWorldHome]

And the smell 🥰

[@carolelliott4800]

OMG 😲 I’m so excited for you I can’t wait to see the new baby

[@OldArmyWAC]

I always put date on label so I know when I made it. Great presentation !

[@denselypackedfancy]

Please check cpsc . Gov ... I think that rock and play is recalled. Best wishes for a healthy delivery!

[@francinehogsett3065]

God Bless can’t wait to see your little one 😊❤️

[@OldWorldHome]

Me either ☺️

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

How fun. I will enjoy seeing your family having fun at home this Summer🥰

[@hwojo6854]

Great organizing! Hope all goes smoothly.....sometimes babies are early! Take care.

[@susanvelez6534]

I’m so excited for all of you I can’t wait. ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙅🏻‍♀️

[@judytrull8503]

So sweet!

[@1kmichalski]

You are amazing!!! I love all your videos- simple and motivating ❤️

[@DSashie]

I wish I had been this organised when I had my babies.. but I survived nonetheless. Wishing you and baby a safe delivery and all the best as your life gets richer.

[@OldWorldHome]

Thank you so much. We can’t be prepared for everything and yet we all survive 💙

[@Spot4art]

Wishing you all many blessings ❤️

[@megroux]

So excited for your family! Blessings and best wishes for Mama and Baby💕

[@carriebrown3355]

I can't wait to see the little one and what you name him. You have beautiful girls and a handsome little boy.

[@midlifemom5829]

Continued blessings to you and your family as u prepare for baby’s arrival! My children are in college and I miss those days.

[@Joybug_51]

Now that you are nearly at the end of your preparations, you can relax a bit. One question, will you need some masks to wear in the hospital? In MD, maternity wards are requiring the paper surgical masks at all times, but not every hospital is able to supply them so you may want to check. Many blessings!

[@vickifuller3284]

Super excited for you! JOY! Such joy!

[@2021-j2d]

Congratulations!

[@Fallgirlforever]

When I got pregnant with my last I started researching freezer meals and used the excess of my existing grocery budget and saved it up over the course of the 9 months. I made 6 weeks worth of freezer meals for breakfast and dinner and lots of lunch options. I was having my 3rd csection, and with my second there were some complications and my recovery was a lot longer and it was the same with my last. I needed quick and easy and ready made because my mobility was limited as I healed. We had all that plus our church provided 2 weeks of meals so 8 weeks total and it was such a blessing. It took 10 weeks to get back to normal so I was so grateful to not have to think about how I was going to make dinner since it was all crock pot or casseroles

[@OldWorldHome]

That’s so wonderful! ❤️

[@donnagrifford7142]

Blessings n Prayers 4 a Easy, Safe n enjoyable delivery, Hillary! 🥰😘

[@sarahedgar8812]

Excited for baby to arrive!

[@jaimiekight]

You are glowing! You’re doing an incredible job at juggling everything, girl!!

[@OldWorldHome]

Ah thanks Jaimie, check back with me when school starts up again in September 🤪

[@karengould7193]

All the best hope all goes well