My Heart's About to Burst: Welcoming My Sister's Baby & All the Feels That Come With It

You guys. YOU GUYS. I'm literally on cloud nine right now bc my sister is having her baby and I'm about to become an auntie again!! Ahhh I'm freakin out, but in the best way possible. It's such a wild mix of emotions, feeling like it was just yesterday I was holding my own babies for the first time, and now getting to watch my sister experience it all. My heart is so full I could just cry :,)

I've been thinking about this moment for so long, ever since she told us she was pregnant. It's just so special, you know? Like, our family is growing, and there's another little tiny human coming into the world that we all get to love on. It's the best feeling ever, seriously. I just knew this baby was gonna be so loved, and seeing my sister go through this journey has been so beautiful. She's just glowing, and I couldn't be prouder of her.

The Magic of Becoming an Auntie (Again!)

Okay, so being an auntie? It's seriously the best gig. Ngl, it's all the fun of a baby without, like, all the sleepless nights and diaper blowouts hahah. Kidding, mostly! But for real, there's something so unique and precious about the bond you share with your nieces and nephews. You get to be the fun one, the one who spoils them a little, and then you send them home to their parents. It's perfect! I love seeing Stella, Ozzy, and Cherry with their cousins, and now there's going to be another little one to add to the chaos. Our family get-togethers are already wild, but I wouldn't have it any other way. More love, more laughter, more memories being made. That's what it's all about, right?

I remember when Stella first met her cousins, and it was just the sweetest thing. She was so gentle and curious, and it made my heart melt. Now with Cherry being so little, it's going to be fun watching her interact with a brand new baby. She's already so good with babies, always wanting to hold them and give them kisses. It's just going to be pure magic, I can already tell.

All the Feels: Nostalgia, Excitement, & Pure Joy

Tbh, I've been feeling all the feels lately. There's the obvious excitement, of course, like I can barely sit still knowing she's about to be here! But there's also this wave of nostalgia that hits you when you see someone else about to have a baby. It takes you right back to when you were pregnant, and those first few weeks with a newborn. The tiny fingers, the little yawns, that new baby smell... it's all coming back to me, and it's making me a little emotional. I remember being so nervous and excited with Stella, and then with Ozzy, and then again with Cherry. Each time it's different, but the love is just as overwhelming.

I think about all the things my sister has to look forward to. The first time the baby smiles, the first time they hold your finger, all those little milestones that just fly by. It makes me want to tell her to soak up every single second, bc it goes by so fast. Like, seriously, one minute you're holding a tiny newborn, and the next they're running around asking for snacks and telling you they're a big girl. It's wild. I love that I get to share my experiences with her, and hopefully be a good support system, just like my mom was for me. My mom is seriously the best, she raised me as a single mom and taught me everything I know about being strong and loving. I'm so grateful for her, and for our whole family.

Prepping for the New Arrival: Baby Essentials & Auntie Duties

Of course, being the auntie means I get to help with all the fun stuff! We've been talking about all the baby essentials, and I've been giving her my recommendations. You know I'm all about making things as easy as possible for new moms. One thing I always tell people is to get a good baby carrier. Seriously, it's a lifesaver. Being able to keep your baby close while still having your hands free? Game changer. I used my Ergobaby carrier with all three of my girls, and it was a lifesaver for getting things done around the house or just going for a walk. Plus, all those snuggles are the best.

And then there's the clothes! Oh my goodness, tiny baby clothes are just the cutest thing ever. I've already picked out a few little outfits for her. I can't help myself! I love finding those super soft, organic cotton onesies that are gentle on their skin. And don't even get me started on the little hats and booties. My heart can't take it! I'm also planning on making her some of my famous lactation cookies when she's ready, bc those were a lifesaver for me when I was breastfeeding. Anything to help my sister feel supported and loved during this special time.

Tanner has been so excited too. He's such a good uncle, always playing with the kids and making them laugh. He's already talking about all the fun things he's going to teach the new baby, which is just the sweetest. He's my hype man, always supporting me and our family, and I couldn't imagine doing life without him. He's the best dad to our girls, and I know he'll be an amazing uncle to this new little one too.

Cherishing Every Tiny Moment

This whole experience just reminds me how precious life is, and how important it is to cherish every single moment. Especially with family. These are the memories we'll look back on forever, the moments that make up the fabric of our lives. Watching my sister become a mom again, seeing the joy on her face, and knowing that our family is growing... it's just everything to me. I'm so incredibly grateful for this beautiful life and for all the people in it.

I can't wait to share all the updates with you guys once the baby is here! Get ready for some serious baby spam, bc I'm going to be one proud auntie. My heart is just bursting with happiness. Sending all my love to my sister and her sweet growing family. This is truly heaven on earth fr. :,)