Preparing for Baby at our Off-Grid cabin

[@MitchellsInAlaska]

Remember we have the little cabin if you need a stop point

[@jillwagner7618]

Return that car seat! Removable one will make your life much easier! ❤wish you and your family the best!

[@linhaton4957]

Good luck with your new baby. I couldn’t imagine caring for a newborn baby off grid. Best wishes.

[@sharongypsydove6080]

It's literally not any different than taking care of a newborn baby anywhere else

[@SheilaEchols-l8s]

When are we going to get to know if its a boy or girl?

[@pathardin7580]

First babies usually take their time being born but just in case he comes fast ; be prepared with blankets, towels, water, washcloths, etc.

[@HuberRhonda]

March 31st… girl ..what an Easter Present 🎉 praying for you all🙏🏻

[@penny-n-kentucky447]

“Before they’re born?” I see a boy, didn’t see twins!!!! Congratulations!!!!

[@livin_life_321]

A good Ole Menards tarp! Good job shoveling and I can't believe the side by side started right up! 🎉

[@coralsancetta7242]

Don't underestimate how many daily changes of clothes you may need. My suggestion, keep on top of washing ,do it as soon as you have a load. Best wishes.

[@hillarywattenbarger3203]

Those car seats are made to stay in the car, an infant car seat will have a detachable base. Makes it so easy to carry a sleeping baby inside ❤️

[@j.markkrzystofiak9907]

+1 on returning the car seat and getting a docking one. Much easier to handle the kid into the seat in the house instead of in the confines of the car. They pretty much just stayed in the basket while out and about as well. We had both kinds with our kids and the fixed one was left on the curb within a few weeks. Best of luck!!

[@janetgifford743]

Good job.... I was fencing the night my first was born. Staying active is the key!! Good luck!!!! I sent you some baby gowns....hope you got them. So easy to change baby with them and so warm and cozy!!

[@cosand2007]

As a mother, nana, and as a great grandmother, some things that will save you time and frustration: a good mattress pad cover and 3 to 4 sheets at least, if the baby is using a pacifier at least 3 to 4 always have a spare and put the spare where you will remember! Because at 2:30 a.m. you don’t want to be searching for one in the truck. Swaddling is great but you may want to think of also using one that zips more like a sleeping bag. Also use a good diaper cream even if you think the baby doesn’t have a rash, prevention of one starting, is worth it. Bibs with a plastic backing especially when teething will prevent the babies chest from always being damp. Disposable diaper changing pads, the nurses may call them “chucks”, life savers, you can use them in the crib, they will save you changing sheets constantly. I know you don’t know me, and you may have heard this before but relax enjoy this miracle, it is so special. I had big babies 9 and 10lbs in less than 1 hour from first contractions, naturally no drugs. I breastfeed all my children, best thing you can do for baby and yourself. PS, things I forgot. Bottles even if breastfeeding for water for baby 😊. When breastfeeding make sure you have a tall glass of water or juice beside you because you will be thirsty. Hydration is so important. You may consider getting a vaporizer for when baby is congested depending on the type of heat you use in your home. PSS, after I retired from my professional career, I worked at a large baby store for 10 years, in that time I learned a few things from mothers experiences and shared my own experiences with them and made many lasting friendships. Take care,

[@ninacarson5336]

I’m so excited for you! I’m 67 but I remember everything about the birth of all my boys. I love how calm and confident you are and how supportive you guys are. I had my last son in a birthing center and was home 14 hours later. You are going to be great!

[@paulahilton1121]

Return the carseat or keep it for when the baby is bigger. Get a chicco key fit. Has the base and the baby carrier that comes out much easier for new borns

[@pdk9075]

My daughter’s due date was Apr. 9, 2002. She was born April 5, 2002. Hope all goes well with your delivery. It’s such a sweet time. You may want to consider a exchanging the car seat for one that is more easily portable. You will appreciate it. Many blessings!

[@herdagriffin1220]

Trust me.plssss dont pack for just 1 day in the hospital.that dont always happen.if it switches up to cesearian or maybe ur pressure is a little high you would be there longer.always be prepared.especially seeing the distance.

[@douglasthompson2740]

Having had three labs, all of whom were big time shedders, I would suggest sewing up a seat cover to protect the back seat. I used boat canvas (stamoid or sunbrella worked well) or Cordura (used in tool belts and bags as well a backpacks etc.). Because they are smooth they clean up very easily. Really saves the seat from mud and wet. Make straps that go under and around the seat and up behind the back with snaps to keep it in place. Making it out of one piece keeps the cover from leaking between the bottom and the back as it would if two piece is the design. Saves some resale value for the truck as well.

[@robbyjones9342]

You are a trooper shoveling snow and ready for your baby. You're ever so calm.

[@suseyq4559]

Very excited that you got a washing machine. I would be just as happy! Best wishes for a smooth labor and then delivery of your beautiful little guy.

[@DimensionalHorse]

Fantastic video!! Love the way u 2 tackle 5hit head-on!! Can't wait for baby myself 😅 💜

[@nancyjohnson7744]

Many blessings and babies are from Heaven. You are going to be a good father and mother. Have you picked out a name yet ❤

[@bobflores]

Nitril glove work well to remove hair from upholstery and carpet. Looks like you're all peeped for the delivery. Looking forward to seeing the little addition to the family.

[@davidgurgir]

Try using a sheet over the seats for your dog

[@deebrake]

Great work you two. Very excited for baby. Wishing you all the best with everything. Tip: if you have any packing tape left from moving you may be able to get extra hair out with it. May your delivery go well and baby be super healthy. Hubby says boy and on time 9th April. I say girl and April 3rd.

[@sandraschuelke5024]

Hello waiting baby parents. I'm going to guess a boy an he'll be coming April 2nd. The best to you Mommy & Daddy. Will be sending prayers. 🙏👍

[@dorotalenartowska1891]

I like you guys very much. I was born on April 9th. Blessings for you and the baby.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mastiffsrme]

It'll be a boy, and you'll be 2 days overdue😊 very excited for you guys. 🎉

[@gladysirizarry4004]

You should try getting a dog seat cover for the back of your truck, we have one we use for our golden, works great. And keep a lint brush in the glove compartment also helpful. Good luck ❤

[@teresajames5993]

Great work you 3! I’m guessing it’s a girl because you are carrying so out and high! And when your baby belly drops that’s when you know baby’s on its way! I’m sure you are ready for this time to end and it seems near. Blessing for you and baby safe arrival ❤🎉

[@carolyngregory9354]

Congratulations on getting a washer. You will love that, having a new baby. I’m excited to see videos of the new baby. Take care of yourself and baby.

[@donnaboney2502]

Hello sweet family. Your such hard workers and have come along way since moving to your property. I think you'll have a boy the last week of March. Prayers to you both and your baby boy.

[@ilzitek2419]

April 8th and a little girl. Many blessings your way so that everything goes well.

[@richardlechtrecker9083]

April 8 th is the eclipse ..that is my guess.. energies and vibrations are extremely high at the eclipse time.. could prompt a baby’s birth ..much happiness to the four of you ❤️❤️

[@aday1637]

Use the washer right against the crib and it will rock the baby for you. One of life's dove-tails.

[@maryricketts8526]

Good job, you're as ready as you can be. I say second wk in April and a boy. Be safe...all will be well.❤❤

[@dmj660]

I can't believe it's already almost time for your sweet baby to arrive. I think it's a girl, born April 10th at 9:00am. She'll be 6lbs 9oz 19 inches long. The car seat you have is fine. It is convertible, so would go from newborn and up to the time they move to a booster, or reach the max weight/height. However, it is not one you would remove. You might look into an infant carrier with base. This is one you install the base and then click the carrier in and out. If you are able to keep the other, often about a year old, they will change to the convertible car seat. You both will be great parents, and I'm so excited for you both.

[@barbaravandenberg5168]

I think a girl on April 2, best wishes!❤

[@maryhall6584]

Girl April 5 2024, love the washing machine hopefully you can get a laundry shower house built this summer. So happy for the exciting times ahead

[@dennisguethe8296]

Wishing you guys all the best. I'm going to say a boy on April 16th, either way we all hope for a healthy baby and an easy go of it for you all.

[@melissamcculloch3715]

I was so much happier with a convertible carseat, such as the one you showed in this video. The bucket is heavy and clunky, and they out grow it so fast anyway. Anytime i left the house i put on my moby tie on wrap or later a maya sling. When we arrived at our destination, my son would go from the carseat to me wearing him. He was safe, and warm, and close to Mama. The convertible carseat lasts a long time through the booster stage. It has a five point harness, which makes it safer. I highly recommend keeping your carseat. Your channel is great. Congratulations! God bless you and your child.

[@bonneymoseley1159]

So excited for you both! Time is fast approaching.

[@cindifrye7997]

May God bless and protect all of you! I think baby will come a little early. I think it’s a girl. :) You’ll definitely want to change out the car seat. I’d order another and when it arrives, return the first one. You’ll have to use the car seat for years and it’ll never warm up enough in the winter months. ❤️

[@DebbieDee-lx6uk]

Praying for the best of everything to you both ❤️

[@Ann-ek7lm]

Wishing you the best. We really enjoy getting a glimpse of your adventures. April 9, girl.

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks, wish the best for your family. ✌🏻👊🏼

[@livin_life_321]

Cool little washer! I want one ! How nice and exciting for you!!

[@willglueck3156]

It doesn't matter boy or girl, just you and your baby stay healthy and I'm pretty sure you get a baby boy.🍼🚼😊👍

[@karenwornum]

Good luck to you both, very exciting times ahead for you both Hi from Western Australia

[@gustyattaway6419]

Lucky baby.

[@chadreynvaan]

Thanks for grooming! Trail is fantastic rn.

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks, April 1st. ✌🏻👊🏼

[@nittygritty9418]

I'm going to guess a boy on the 10th. Good luck and I hope everything goes smoothly with the delivery.

[@carolyncooper2535]

You can by the cheap wooden dolly’s at Lowe’s. The square one with wheels on it. For your washer

[@ZXX984]

Good luck with everything. Must be hard with a newborn off the grid.

[@jaymefisher5465]

How cool would 4/2/24 be! That is my guess and I think it is a boy. Good luck and glad you are nearing the end of your pregnancy. Can’t wait to see what you guys do this summer. It has been wonderful following your story. I grew up in Alaska and lived there for 30 years. Relocated to the East coast in the late 90’s. Knowing where you are and being able to see the wildlife and scenery has brought back so many memories of my childhood. I can honestly say your child will be so fortunate to live the lifestyle you both have decided to create. 😊 It is funny how your videos take some of my homesickness away. Thank you for that. Enjoy your first break up season in Alaska.

[@barbarawilliams5621]

If you are going to breastfeed do not forget the absorbent pads for your bra….when the baby cries your milk will begin to leak or even squirt out so these pads absorb it so you do not need to clean up…Whatever you do, enjoy your little one! They grow up fast! (I think you will have a baby girl!)

[@sandykademan3077]

Good luck, you guys. So exciting your first. If you can take the car seat back I would. Otherwise, you'll have take the baby out of the car seat every time you go anywhere.

[@KevinChristiansen-i2q]

Great video Cody and Lori

[@user-jx7uo5jo4q]

God Bless you guys . Very exciting .

[@teeteepimentalrogers4386]

April 5th Girl. God Bless you both and the new baby, and the fur baby. Best wishes. 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤

[@janetgifford743]

My guess is the 25th.....full moon. It looks like a boy to me.....❤ take care....

[@deborahgillett833]

Ca t wait so excited for you and your family may God continue to bless both of safe delivery

[@jasondavis1816]

Hope alls well guys I wish you the best spring is near

[@lindamcwilliams3377]

My first grandchild is one week old. I forgot how many changes of clothes nappies blankets etc babies go through at the beginning. It’s all work but so worth it to see my beautiful little granddaughter. Best wishes for the birthday and the future.

[@sarahschlosser1203]

Good luck and great planning!

[@RayHindy]

Hey all doing great job with the place awesome,I think your having a boy and you’ll have him by April 5.keep up the great work ❤

[@russellmckinnon3848]

A damp cloth works really good for getting dog hair up. Just wipe the seat and it rolls up.

[@charlenegrady8781]

Good luck. Sending prayers and well wishes your way that all goes well. You got this ✌️🇺🇸❤️❤️

[@vickichristinney3641]

I think you are having a girl and I think she will come a little early. Most important not to forget protein snacks for the dad. Jerky or meat sticks. Dads are so busy taking care of the mom and anticipating the birth they forget to eat or don’t want to leave the room. All wholesome snacks are great. Caffeine drinks and water are great too. Don’t forget hand lotion. You will be washing your hands a lot with newborn. Nurses are great they will teach you anything you are unsure of. Some hospitals have lactation staff and assist you with nursing positions or any questions you have. No question is dumb. Get all your questions answered before you leave hospital. I would get a different car seat. When you take the baby to Dr appointments or to the store it is nice to have something to put your baby in; instead of carrying her always in your arms. Blessings ❤ Chris

[@douglasthompson2740]

Sticky rollers for getting lint of clothes work well for hair removal too.

[@jocelynvincent3609]

Bravo 👏 to you both, an congratulations on your new baby! Hugs 🥰

[@craigfox6870]

We just had our first baby in January. Be sure(esp since your Dr is so far away) you have your delivery stuff with you at every appt. We were 2-3 weeks out from due date, had an ultrasound and was told we were getting induced that night. We had to scramble with getting my bag packed and the baby seat in the truck. Also had to scramble to get someone to watch our dogs. Best of luck these next few weeks!

[@alvarosergiopintodefigueir3987]

Muito boa sorte e muita saúde para a futura mamãe e também ao papai.

[@carolyncooper2535]

You should put a piece of plywood or something on top of your Polaris and heavy plastic over the front window! Prayers for a healthy baby and easy delivery! Love the videos

[@chantaln6843]

My suggestion: You definitely should have gotten a REGULAR Washing machine that does a FULL load of laundry. I love your choice of backpack diaper bag.

[@sharongypsydove6080]

These washer Spinners are pretty amazing they will spin out so much water that you barely have to hang the clothes up and they're drying like an hour if you have a drying rack for baby clothes they'll dry in minutes.. too bad you couldn't find an old crib and grab the sides off of it and then raise and lower it from your Loft space and you can have your clothes drying up above your head.. i put hinges on on side of old crib side end and fold down from wall then fold back up when not in use ..great for putting clothes on hangers to dry also..

[@debbiemiller7342]

Good luck on delivery! Praying all goes well for you and baby. I’d definitely exchange the car seat for an easier one to use. Take care

[@coralsancetta7242]

Water and food dishes for dog. Hope everything is safe and easy. Suggest you keep your recording stuff packed when not using it. After use, put it in bag for easy grabbing

[@darlene6670]

I wouldn't think you would want this one. You need an infant car seat with a connection base. We used the click connect by Graco.... Works with all stages of growth.

[@livin_life_321]

Hello again! My guess is you will be blessed with a boy on April 8th. Wish you both the best !

[@MaryRyan-op2wv]

my guess for baby is April 8th Congratulations

[@jiminalaska]

Looks like you had a pet Polar bear in the truck.

[@jessieboyer2073]

Put pool noodles under the gap in the front. Not sure how it is in Alaska, but in my town we can go to the fire department and they make sure it's installed correctly. Y'all got a convertible car seat, if you want it to detach, you need a pumpkin seat.

[@kathyw1710]

God bless you I think you guys are doing great and thank you for the videos. I think it’s a boy as long as you are healthy and the baby is OK in Jesus name everything will be fine. You guys are doing great I’m so proud of you I’ve been watching you from day one I am a senior, disabled woman who loves watching you, thank you post as often as you can. I am very interested in your videos. God bless and stay safe.

[@bethbeasley7417]

Definitely a girl and 3days after so 4-12-24. Good luck kids !

[@deborahmcsweeney3349]

Good luck!! How exciting for you both!! ❤

[@AmaTXLori]

A squeegee will help get the dog hair off the seats and carpet. If you want to get something more durable, Lily Brushes (looks more like squeegees) are great.

[@cindalee]

That Husky fur in the vehicle seats is such a pain to remove. We used to raise Huskies & the only thing I found to work was spritzing the seat with water (I'd use Febreeze sometimes) and then take a curry comb or rubber brush to it & the fur slides right off. We lost our last Sibe in 2020 & I still find her fur in random places lol

[@cindalee]

Btw.. I know you didn't find out the gender but can we have guesses? I think you're having a boy!

[@rangertruck]

Scott bright works pretty good to get out dog hair we have a pug and she sheds hair but not as bad as a husky we bought on of those dog protector covers or a sheet helps to catch a bunch of hair off the truck seats

[@dianehill6612]

April 7 baby girl! 🩷💕

[@kentspencer7249]

Good job

[@coachp3333]

Best of luck. On time boy!

[@cathyeoman9129]

I live in Australia and don’t understand living with snow. We have the opposite problem heat. Either spectrums have their intensities. I have found a carport so good for reducing heat in my car. I watch a lot of shows in Alaska and I have noticed that not many cars are housed or under cover. Apart from cost is there other reasons for not keeping cars under cover? Putting in baby car seats are always. Mystery to me! You’re nesting - so cool, wishing you all the best for a safe arrival of baby. 🙌❤️👩‍🍼

[@remotelifealaska]

Car ports don’t tend to hold up well with heavy snow. Enclosed garages have the benefit of keeping frost and ice off the windows so you don’t have to scrape them, but you have to open the garage to preheat your vehicle. We are unable to put a shelter up where we park the truck for the winter. We are essentially parked on the side of the road 5 miles from home. We are planning on having a space to shelter the side by side as part of the woodshed we are building this year.

[@maryhall6584]

Guys make the shed as big as you can snow machines can be stored then. Or a space for your amazing workbench

[@PattyPrice-tl7bc]

Cody get your hammer ready you probably adding on once baby gets to walking lol I'm glad you got a washer

[@aday1637]

My first, daughter, was due on Christmas day but came on the 15th instead. 10 days early.

[@donduhart5479]

My oldest is 26 years old now as a father the only think extra to pack maybe an extra pair of underwear for dad first time child birth is an eye opening experience . Good luck enjoy the ride entering into parenthood

[@silvursprings]

😂 Good answer!

[@reneeo521]

April 3rd Girl ❤

[@martihetrick609]

Keep the booklets with the date and receipts for car seat and washer

[@eduardfrazao3506]

You should have a sheet in the back.

[@MinnesotaMegOffGrid]

Yep, I'm thinking a carseat with the base and removable carrier. Then baby can stay snuggled in warm with transitioning to side by side or snowmobile. Looks like your all ready though, congrats!

[@WBHadventure]

New subscriber! Congratulations on your upcoming baby!.🎉🎉 My guess would be April 7th. It's a boy🎉 7 lb. 6 oz. Cheers from Canada