Yes, this has been quite a shocking week for me. At the beginning of the week, I had a horrible thing happen to me by a “supposed” virtual / internet friend. I was wrongfully accused and dragged into something that was not meant for me personally to be dragged into. This person used my name on her blog in a negative way even when I kindly asked if she would not do that. It is quite a long story that I am sure you would love to hear, but I know that it would not be right to do that. I don’t want to do the same thing she is doing. I would rather take the high road and let the truth come out on its own. There is no reason for me to fan any fires if you know what I mean.
I was so grateful for the support and encouragement from my online friends and my mom who helped me tremendously to take this situation and learn from it instead of get angry. She prayed with me and I’ll tell ya, since then I have been able to let it go and move on.
But I do have something to share with you, and IT IS BIG!! So, watch this video and then leave me a comment about how CRAZY you think I am. LOL I want to hear your HONEST thoughts on this one guys! Even you mom! 🙂
(If you are an email subscriber, in order to view the video, you will need to click on the Post Title to be forwarded to my site.)
OK, so tell me your thoughts. Do you think I can handle another baby?
Congratulations! You will certainly have your hands full! I found out I was pregnant with #2 when the first was 7 months old. I was really nervous at first but now I am so happy that they are so close in age.
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May 15th, 2009 at 9:58 am
I am so happy that all my children are close in age. My 2 oldest (3 & 4) get along really well. I wouldn’t want it any other way. But yes, it is nerve racking at first thinking about how I will juggle it all.
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Wow – you must be filled with emotions… congrats! It is a blessing for you and your family. Can’t wait to watch your pregnancy and welcome your new baby!!
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May 15th, 2009 at 9:53 am
I will definitely continue to vlog about it. I LOVE Newbaby.com!
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awe! Congratulations!! Children are a blessing from GOD, and the fruit of the womb is his reward. May your pregnancy go well, smooth and enjoy motherhood!
@DuongSheahan
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May 15th, 2009 at 9:51 am
Thanks so much! I really appreciate that. Children are definitely a blessing from God, I agree with you there. 🙂
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Oh Wow, that great news, Congrats. My SIL is pregnant with her 4 child now and is due any day now…She also has 3 little ones already. Lots of work, but so worth it in the end. Good luck to you!
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Dawn,
Congratulations! May this child bring you more joy than you thought was possible. May you be overcome by the hope and joy that a new baby brings.
You are an amazing mother and entrepreneur. Please remember to take care of yourself. 🙂
Can’t wait to see more!
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Oh Mama, I am sure you are so overwhelmed right now. I have no words of wisdom for you, but you definitely have the right attitude 🙂 God knows what you can handle, make sure you lean on Him for support.
You can do this!!!!!! {MWAH} Oh yeah, and CONGRATS MAMA!
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Congrats. I hope all goes well you will be fine 🙂
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Twitter: Mommy2Marlie
You are absolutely glowing! I think that is a good sign you are ready for another baby! Congrats!!!
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You know what you are in for! One thing i learned f a mom who has 10 kids and various businesses and an extrememly busy husband…if your focus is in the right place, you’ll be fine. I have four and the last two are 15 months apart. I freaked because my very dear step-daughter was pregnant! Plus I was almost 41. Her son is 52 days older than his aunt (my daughter)! Amazing! Get some good help. Sounds like you have an incredible mother yourself. God bless you and take care of yourself…then everything else will fall into place for you and your family.
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Eh, you’ve got 3, what’s a fourth?! Just kidding. I have 4 the first two are 17 months apart, then there’s a 5 year gap and the younger two are 17 months apart. They are all almost grown now (my baby is almost 17….wahhhhhh….oh wait this isn’t about me….focus, focus).
You will do GREAT! Yes, you will have your hands full, but once you get over the shock, you’ll adjust and your natural mothering instincts will kick in. It won’t be as hard as you’re imagining. Trust me. 🙂
When I told my husband about baby number 4, his response was “Babies everywhere”! Funny how men react.
Anywho, congratulations to you! It will be fun to watch!!!
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Congratulations! I think it is normal to be nervous, but once the baby is here and you get into your groove, you will never be able to imagine it any other way. All will work out for you, it always does! Enjoy your pregnancy and for now, just focus on taking care of yourself! Oh yeah, and keep up vlogging!
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Hey girl – first – congrats! Second – YOU CAN DO THIS!! Another child so close to your third born may be challenging but you are a loving mommy and you can do this! You have a huge support system of online friends {myself included} and if you get really really anxious you can always drive the five hours or so to NH and visit ME! I love kids – my three are; girl age 7 in October, boy age 3 in August and boy age 1 in August – they could be friends!
Talk soon – sending big hugs to you and your family!!!
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I’m happy f u Dawn.It’s exciting news.We will love them all.Just a lil concerned about your health since pregnancy does take a toll on your body & then the health of this new lil one.Maybe 4 is a good # to stop with.After all it is 4 more then we ever expected. Remember the movie Fried Green Tomatoes(at least I think it was that one) with Sally Field & Julia Roberts.She was concerned about her daughter.Also it is harder to provide these days.But then we have Johovah Jirah (Our Provider).We must be wise & know what we can handle & count the cost ahead of time..Remember tho ,there r no accidents w God. Each baby born is a blessing from Him. This may sound contradictory but it really is not. Important matters should be considered from all angles.Your a grt mom & wife so I have no doubt that u will handle this baby really well just like the rest.Don’t let the evil one steal your joy. U can be happy & excited just like u were with the others. God bless u & Cliff & all MY BABIES .Luvya Mom
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Congratulations! You do such a great job I can tell by your pic’s and such. I am homeschooling my kindergardener next year while I am still growing my business and I am really nervous about that. BTW, I love your new blog layout, it looks great!
Hugs, cindy
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Congrats! I found out I was pregnant with my second when my first was 9 months old and it FREAKED me out. I can somewhat appreciate how you feel. Take care!!!
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Congratulations! You can do it! Yes take care of yourself.
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Congratulations on your news. I only have 3 so I can’t give any advice for the 4th one.lol. I am sure you will be fine. I think everyone gets nervous and thinks things when they find out no matter if it’s one or four.
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You can do it! It’s tough at times, but God’s grace is suffieciant!! Trust me…I have 5 and If I can do it, so can you!! If you ever need an ear…feel free to hit me up!
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HUGS to you sweetie. Congratulations on #4. Concentrate on those little one’s you have at home that need you right now. You’ll need to reprioritize so that your not overwhelming yourself. Right now just concentrating on exactly the things you mentioned like prenatals, eating right trying to get enough rest, (hang in there that’s a hard one I know)
Your 3 and 4 yr old will be 4 and 5 so that will be easier too.
Your 6m old will be just a little over a yr so its not going to be that bad. Hopefully you have someone like family, friends close by to lean on and help you for the first few months. It can be done. Remember the 1st yr is the hardest and it can only get easier.
I too am pretty overwhelmed with 4 children myself (my oldest is 20 so its not that bad 4 me)and with my two little one’s the baby being extremely hard to deal with a chronic whiner.
Hugs again. Take a deep breathe. God doesn’t give us anything we can’t handle.
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Oh Dawn, I am so happy for you and Cliff!!!!!! You are such a wonderfully perfect Mom! You’ll do fine. I can easily imagine you with another little one. Not to worry – God knows exactly what he’s doing by blessing you and your family with another bundle of joy. He will show you the way and guide you as He’s always done. I can’t wait to talk to your Mom tomorrow!!!!!! With lots of love, Debbie
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Such wonderful news, Dawn! I remember my shock at being pregnant with #3 when my kids were 7 and 9. I can assure you that you’ll gain a rhythm and routine, and you’ll never be able to imagine life without that little one once he or she arrives.
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Dawn, I just watched your video and I could tell how much you are feeling this. I have three girls and I worry that I will get pregnant again. I’m 40 now and don’t want to have anymore. My husband had the snipsnip, but I’m still so nervous! Ha ha. God will only give us what we can bear. That’s what I keep telling myself.
You seem like such a great, joyful person, and so creative. You love your children. Think about how it’s going to be when they are grown and married and have kids and they all come to your house for holidays etc. It’s going to be so amazingly cool! That’s how I think of my girls and all the grandbabies I will have one day. (My oldest is 18 and youngest is 1 1/2!).
Good luck and I will remember to check on you often. God bless and get some help and rest before baby comes! You are awesome!
Love,
Sarah at Different Dog
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I have NO idea how I just stumbled on your blog . . . . but here I am. I just watched your video and I have to say . . . . I FEEL YA’! When my number 4 was born, my number 1 was only 2! And I run an incredibly busy business. Talking about stressed. My oldest just turned 4 and my baby is now 14 months. It is still crazy, but gets better day by day. I promise. I seem to juggle it all – some days better than others. But it works. If you ever need a stranger {but someone who is living it} – please contact me! Please.
And my husband got the second job! haha
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Congrats ! I am also expecting baby # 4 in Feb. It’s going to be crazy .. but worth it in the end !
.-= Debbie´s last blog ..Baby wearing Funnies =-.
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Wow!
I know this is a little late but I came across your vlog about finding out.
After finding out my grandmother passed away, along with some drama and horrible things that happened with it. I found out I am pregnant with number 4, my youngest is 8 months old my oldest is 5 and my second oldest is 3. I have all boys though, so I figure I should just expect number 4 to be a boy as well.
I was totally freaking out about it on Friday when I found out, and basically had done the same thing, figured it was stress given that my husband and I had been fighting again, happened to be at the dollar store grabbing a garment bag for my husbands suit for the trip here to Florida (the funeral). Saw the tests, grabbed one, decided to take it when I got home, and I really figured it was going to come back negative, and I’d get my period by the end of the weekend. Because thats usually how it always happens (at least it did when I was trying to get pregnant with number three).
The strangest thing is, I can’t pin point even a few dates where it could have happened. I mean I’d only had my period three times before getting preggo again.
.-= Amie Maberry´s last blog ..Life has been interesting lately Some HUGE news =-.
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