It seems like it was yesterday when I took an at-home pregnancy test that confirmed that I was expecting my first child. Those 9 months were akin to a fairy tale. We were so ecstatic when he finally arrived and we loved every bit of that 6 lbs. and 11 oz. baby. That’s why it’s hard for me to believe that he’s now in the 5th grade.
6 years later, I brought my other pride and joy, my daughter, home from the hospital. It goes to show how fleeting time is since that bundle of joy will be turning 5 years old next summer. She is a bundle of energy that keeps me on my toes!
My ever so curious and exuberant explorer is always flitting from one destination to the next. I quickly learned to relish in every moment and cherish it, even the most mundane, especially since children grow up in a blink of an eye! Now that I am a mother with two children of my own, I understand what my mom means when she says that when they’re young, they’ll tug on your apron strings and when they’re older, they’ll tug on your heartstrings. How true that statement is! Therefore, I cherish their limited years of childhood, as I know that someday they’ll be on their own, venturing adulthood. And, I’ll miss those days that they were mine.
I know that many parents envision a close age gap between their children, but the 6-year age gap between my children doesn’t deter them from being the best of friends! They have their fair share of disagreements. I understand that this is always expected of many siblings despite how close or far the age gap is between them. That’s why I don’t have an inkling of a doubt that they’d quickly warm up to a third addition, especially since my daughter has been mentioning that she’d love to have a baby brother or sister. Well…
I’M EXPECTING!
I’m looking forward to seeing the smiles on their faces once I break the news to them that we’ll be adding another addition to the family.
I used the e.p.t® Digital Pregnancy Test to confirm my third pregnancy. My husband and I were elated when the word “Pregnant” reading appeared in the display window. It’s amazing how at-home pregnancy tests by e.p.t® have come a long way since their inception in 1977. It’s even more amazing how dramatically they’ve changed since I was pregnant with my first child. Time is of the essence when you’re waiting to be informed the biggest news of your life. 8 out of 10 women report that they first learn that they’re pregnant from an at-home pregnancy test, and nearly half say they took the test immediately after buying it.
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Congratulations! Here’s to a happy and healthy 9 months 🙂
I love hearing about new pregnancies but can totally wait to be a grandmother.
With 4 of my own we are DONE!! LOL!!
Woo hoo! Congratulations! I look forward to tons of pictures on the blog.
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Congratulations! I actually think the age gap might make the kids get along better. They’ll feel like they need to protect the newest member of the family.
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Ah, how exciting! Congratulations!!! Your two are adorable and I am sure they will be thrilled when you tell them! My daughter has asked Santa for a baby sister this year :/ She has two brothers and is apparently thinking she needs to even the score. However, our family is complete and I hope she is distracted by the fun of Christmas morning to not notice the lack of a new baby.
Congratulations!! I wish you a healthy pregnancy!
WhoOoOoOO! Congratulations! So much happy stuff going on in your life and its all so fun to read about! Love relishing every moment. I’m trying to be more mindful of that in my own life…kids or not. 🙂
Aw, congrats! So exciting. We have 4. I always took several tests. Like I wasn’t sure the first was right or something, lol.
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Oh goodness! Congratulations! That is so fun and exciting, you will do great! And I can’t wait to hear all about your new adventure 🙂
Congratulations on your newest pregnancy! I have a 2.5 year old son and am 3 weeks away from giving birth to a daughter. We planned it perfectly and I couldn’t be happier!
That is wonderful news! What a fun and exciting time for you and your family!! That is wonderful.
Congratulations! Nothing like announcing a new edition to your family!
Aww, congratulations! It has already been 8 years since my own little one was born. She’s not so little now. lol EPT is a great brand of pregnancy tests btw.
We used EPT to find out if I was pregnant with my son! We tried a store brand first… and it was very hazy and left us confused, so we went back and got EPT and sure enough – I was pregnant!
Congrats on expecting your third!! Hope you find an exciting way to tell them!
Yay! Congratulations! I wish you a happy and very healthy 9 months with your new one. And I also wish you all the best 🙂
Congratulations! I am so excited for you. I look forward to reading more about your pregnancy.
Woah! I’m so happy for you.. Congratulations to your pregnancy.. I’m looking forward to hear your next blog.
Congratulations! You already receive your precious gift this Christmas. You are so blessed.
I love the advancements we have had with tests like ept and family planning solutions. Congrats!
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Congratulations! I hope you have a great healthy pregnancy! You must be so excited.
Congratulations! I have two daughters, ages 17 and 11. I am always on the fence about another one. Last night in Target while Christmas shopping, I was beside the baby clothes, ahh so sweet and tiny!
You have the cutest kids! Ahh congratulations!!! What a great post and exciting time. I wish you all the best!! : )
I just had my 3rd! How exciting for you!
Congratulations. I hope they love your announcement.
I personally love the age gap between my kids. My oldest will be 20 in a few days, my middle child is 15, and the youngest is 5. My 15 and 5 year old have an incredible bond. I remember being worried about the huge age gap but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
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Congratulations! That’s is wonderful. I don’t have any kids yet but I would definitely take an at home pregnancy test first to find out 🙂 Thanks for sharing the brand!
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WoW! Congratulations!! What another age gap huh!? The good thing about this, with your oldest, you have built-in babysitter! Congrats!!
Omg congrats!!!! How exciting. Can’t wait to see all the cute and fun pics you will be posting!!!!
Congratulations! You seem to have a nice mix of personalities in your family so I’m sure the new little one will bring a twist of their own. Can’t wait to see how you tell them.
Your kids are beautiful and I love the content you share featuring them. I can’t wait until I have my first bundle of joy. ^yolonda
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CONGRATS!!! Can’t wait to see how your kids react!!! I too used EPT many years ago 🙂 !
My children have a five year age gap. It’s not what we were planning, but it works for us.
Oh wow! Congratulations! I bet they’ll both be literally jumping for joy. 🙂 Take care!
Congratulations!!! That is such exciting news. I am sure your children will be over the moon when you tell them. What a happy holidays you will have!
Congrats on your pregnancy! Wishing you a good health.
Awww congratulations. My “baby” is 3 and it seems like the time goes by so fast. Both times we used EPT home pregnancy tests and got positive results right away. Exciting times for you and your family!
Congratulations! These test have come a long way for sure. I’m sure the kids will be extremely excited!
lol There are 10 years between my twin sons and my youngest son. What a nice article. Thank you for sharing about your moments.
Oh how wonderful is that news and congratulations. What a great Christmas gift!
Congratulations! I hope the next 9 months go smoothly for you! Your kids are all adorable ! Such a wonderful post and pics. So happy for you and your family.
Congratulations! It sounds like you are pretty good with the pregnancies. Here’s wishing you all the best with this one.
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Congratulations! I agree the time flies by so quickly when you are in the business of raising little humans! The 5th grade seems so far off for us! But I know it will be here in the blink of an eye!
Congrats! What exciting news. Your kids are going to love being big brothers and sisters. I also used EPT tests and they were very reliable. I think I even saved one.
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Yay!! Congrats! This is so exciting and I can’t wait to see lots and lots of pics of the journey!
Aww! Congrats momma! I have three little boys and I was always so excited to tell my boys when I was expecting. The look on their faces was always priceless!
Congrats on you Pregnancy You receive a wonderful gift. Wishing you a healthy pregnancy
Congrats on the new addition to your family! I have three boys myself and I am done. I remember the days of pregnancy test taking though it is always such an exciting experience to feel life growing inside of you.
Congratulations! I hope everything goes smoothly with your pregnancy and it’s a happy and healthy 9 months.
Congratulations! Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy! You have such a beautiful family. Happy holidays to you 🙂
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Congratulations! I just know that your daughter is going to be thrilled with the news since she wants to be an older sibling herself.
Very cool. Telling the children there will be another is always exciting and nerve wracking.