Taking baby name suggestions starting now...

@davidgarciaparra

Жыл бұрын

David! If it’s a boy!

@cezarysmolarek5006

Жыл бұрын

Biceps ofc!

@kilianlakomski5336

Жыл бұрын

Optimus Prime or Kevin if it´s a Boy

@marioyip

Жыл бұрын

Brody

@LukeT84

Жыл бұрын

Barry for a boy and Barbara for a girl.

Natalie's words hit hard because even though I'm not pregnant and have never been, my thoughts about pregnancy are exactly the same to hers. I am so grateful to you Nat for being so vulnerable and sharing how you feel. I finally see that I am not alone in my thoughts and feelings. I'm sending you a huge hug and I really believe in you!

@jordanduncan6564

Жыл бұрын

❤ This! Thank you, Natalie! Congrats to the both of you!

@joanavicente5493

Жыл бұрын

Right? Just how I felt!

@spiritualcosmeticss

Жыл бұрын

I feel the same except I have had children and went through fear of giving birth and postpartum depression, and feeling isolated as a then stay at home mom. But I appreciate Nat’s openness and honesty because you don’t hear that a lot. I remember at one point every one being like congratulations congratulations and I remember at the time not feeling it at all, and not wanting to hear that at all(after the 3rd pregnancy) Now my kids are all teenagers and I have no regrets. But I truly have so much respect for people who decide not to have kids at all. I personally don’t understand that because I always wanted to have kids but I respect it and I don’t believe in trying to convince those who say they don’t want kids otherwise. Having a child or children is a lot of work but it’s so worth yet definitely NOT for everyone. The best advice I could give Nat is accept and ask for help from those you trust!

@emmapotter2333

Жыл бұрын

I felt the fear even though I’m not and haven’t experienced this before. I’m just so relate to the uncomfortable feelings and so understand sometimes the negative thoughts can stay around there for a while.

@BrooklynnAlexx

Жыл бұрын

Same 🤍

The truest advice I have ever heard when it comes to raising children: “The days go slowly but the years go fast.” I blinked and my babies are adults.

@ummitsmerachel

Жыл бұрын

This made me tear up. I'm going to go see my mom right now

@vidz953

Жыл бұрын

My kid is 2.5 and it's absolutely terrifying. That first year was painfully slow (we had zero help from the beginning due to COVID) and we were so exhausted. It's so much fun now and going waaay too fast!

This message is for Nat. I have had two pregnancies in my life, under very different circumstances. The first was unplanned, in the midst of leaving an abusive marriage, and when I was very young. I hated every minute of it, but when my son was born, I was hit with a never-before-felt wave of love for this child that was fierce and amazing, and erased every bit of the pain of the pregnancy, labor, and delivery. I remember them as a fact, but I cannot recall how they actually felt. With my youngest, the situation was much different. He was planned and brought into a loving, stable marriage. In that pregnancy, I grew to love him and know him while he was still growing in my belly. He would get so excited when he heard his father’s voice, that he would dance and reach for the hand placed on my belly. He loved our nightly chocolate milk, and he held a dance-party every night at 3am.😂 I am not going to tell you that pregnancy is a beautiful, Earth-Mother, experience. I will tell you that there is joy and happiness to be found amidst the discomfort, and that the discomfort will fade, but the joys will last forever. Yes, this will be the hardest thing you have ever done. It will also be the most fun, most rewarding, most joyful experience you will ever have. I hope you can focus on the joy and the fun, and thoroughly enjoy these next few months and the years of joy to follow!

@CadeCYC

Жыл бұрын

Well said! Helped me get a glimpse

@Dochohia

Жыл бұрын

Well said and spot on! My son is 6 months now and I agree!

The fact that Nat is feeling vulnerable and some amount of fear is a signal that she’ll be a great mother. You both got this.

Congratulations! My two generic pieces of advice: 1: Don't wait until a gender reveal, open that envelope in your own home where you can be emotional and feel everything 2: Everyone says "wait till they start crawling" or "just wait till they won't stop talking" and all this kind of stuff. Don't let that get to you, every stage of infancy was better than the one before it, and being a parent can be a lot more fun than other people make it out to be.

@SilverHawk214

Жыл бұрын

2.5 Infancy goes quick, soak it up.

@paulloth

Жыл бұрын

3. Dont do a gender reveal...gender isnt that important

@jblizzard962

Жыл бұрын

First of al congrats. Yes, do not do a gender reveal. Made up commercial trash. Not knowing the gender until birth.

@verenamonika602

Жыл бұрын

I also don't like gender reveals at all I hav a little girl and I found the first month the hardest or u would say the first year but now its sooo sweet 😋

@danielapavonicova

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree! ❤️ And no, pregnancy don't need to be the best season of your life. Everyone experience it differently

So happy for the both of you!!

@superkidspro8188

Жыл бұрын

Me tooooo❤

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

@pedropierre9594

Жыл бұрын

IM just saying she doing something a lot of women are missing out on

We tried for 15 years to have our daughter and it was a surprise when it finally happened. I spent my entire pregnancy paranoid we'd lose her and a fear that I couldn't do it and especially birth. I was scared until It finally came time to have her and then it was like someone flipped a switch in my brain and I was 100% ready and pushed her out. I can't explain to you how you'll feel after you have her, generally, but I just want you to know you'll be okay

Congratulations guys ❤ our little man is 11 months and we got told you will be “never so tired, never so HAPPY” by a waiter at a restaurant and I have to say that is the PERFECT way to sum it up

@brontec9769

Жыл бұрын

agreeed!

We need a separate channel for Natalie with her motherhood journey

@haraank4905

Жыл бұрын

Or just a section on the channel, but I need that!! I always love her point of view of everything and how she delivery and the whay they work together as a couple

@CARGOCORP

Жыл бұрын

At least a playlist

Such a realistic response to pregnancy, so refreshing. I was not over-the-moon giddy with excitement, but enjoyed my pregnancy. All the knowledge intake surrounding having a baby, how to manage yourself, which gear to buy, how to do this, that, etc, was like having a part-time job. You both seem to be healthy, moderate people, just go with your gut and enjoy yourselves!

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

@Alittlebitofspine

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same! It's refreshing to see Natalie addressing pregnancy as I would: with a lot of very valid fear and concerns, without sugarcoating it at any point.

congrats you two!

@ryanisaiah

Жыл бұрын

so exciting!

Nat’s vulnerability was everything. The way you just sat with her so supportively was truly beautiful to witness. ❤

The thing I loved about this video is that it felt like Natalie (hope it's right) was the protagonist of it, and you let her have her space to tell the story, and even if it wasn't always optimistic and joyful but rather scared and doubtful, you were there to support her. I've been following you for a while (a long one haha), I'm just so so so happy for you two. You both are going to be the greatest xxx

@sunnybunny406

Жыл бұрын

I love this comment, you make a great point :)

@xxsm5853

Жыл бұрын

Yep!!

Can't wait for Matt to be doing 30 day challenges with the baby in 9 months time 😂

@mariebambelle7361

8 ай бұрын

Donc ;-)

I broke my “no social media before 12pm” rule to watch this video and I HAVE NO REGRETS! 😁 I was grinning through the entire thing like a fool and I love everything here and sending you both, oh wait, you three (!) all the best wishes and love! Love how natural and truthful and sincere Nat was and also really loved how Matt was following her around the house with his camera 😄😁🤗❤️

So happy for you! I confess - when I found out i was pregnant, i was depressed the first six months of my pregnancy. Thrown into morning sickness overnight. Exhausted and sick constantly. Planning in overdrive. Then one day - i fell in love with my baby. She’s now two and a half and is my bestest little buddy! Life changes in crazy ways, but it’s so worth it. You will become a new version of yourself. Take care!

Aw congratulations you guys!! 🥹💕

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

@salwaabusaad9819

Жыл бұрын

U

@TheEirinisig

Жыл бұрын

❤️ U

@cathelijne.

Жыл бұрын

See her channel 🤩

@akhilak623

Жыл бұрын

Awwww.... ❤️

Think this is the most we've ever heard Natalie, well done giving her the space to express herself. Y'all Gona be great 👍🏾

Wow big congratulations to you both!!! What a beautiful time it is 🧡

Congratulations! As a parent I would like to share some advise! - No parent knows what they are doing, we are all improvising. - All kids are different, that is why there is no guide book for parenting, is just impossible. - Don't blame the other, both are tired, both of you will feel lost and scared, supporting each other is the best mindset to have during that first year. - is good to hear advise from others, but at the end you are the parents, you know what is best for the kid. - They grow really fast, so enjoy every phase. - And.... a fever is 37.5 C, not 36.5, not 37.... 37.5 C

@ExTex23

Жыл бұрын

That is some great advice!

@lifaen

Жыл бұрын

There's no guide books for parenting???

@frappalina

Жыл бұрын

In Germany, a fever is 38.5 lol

I love how candid and honest Natalie is. I love her. I so appreciate that you both made such an honest video about how you're feeling, I haven't seen many if any conversations like this, and I just know there are people out there who feel the exact same as you and need to know that they aren't alone. Thank you both for being you!

Hey Nat, congratulations! I've been a mum for 3 months now and all the fears and worries you mentioned in the video are true. Yes, pregnancy is hard, your body changes a lot and labour is very painful. But it really is worth it. The positives far outweigh the negatives. Your baby will bring you joy and laughter. You will realize your capacity for love is greater than you ever imagined. You will realize you are so much stronger (mentally and physically) than you thought. You will gain a new respect for your body. Your life will be turned upside down in the most beautiful way. The best is yet to come pet. Keep smiling and focusing on the positive.

Thank you Nat for being so open and honest. We need more people like you in this world. 💗

What a genuine and sincere testimonial about pregnancy. In a world full of filters on social media, it’s not usual to be honest about your felling. Nat it’s gonna be a wonderful mother! ❤

I started watching your videos in 2019 when I had just turned 18 and left my parents house to go to college. Your impact on me has been immense, I have no doubt you’ll be a great father to your own kid, as you have already influenced a bunch of other “kids” (:

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

Can’t wait for minimalist parenting content to come!! As a mama of 4, getting ready to downsize into an RV to follow my husband travel as an RN, your videos and documentaries have turned my life into the best direction. So happy and excited for you both.

Getting kids will rock your world but everything is worth it. It will open up a feeling of joy you've never experienced before when interacting with them. I'm a proud dad and love my kids

Upcoming videos: Why my child has one diaper I tried to be a father for 30 days How I paid my student debt as the father of a child with future student debt P.S congrats man! I've been here for almost four years now and I'll be here for many more. Love you and your family.

@juliamrtn4837

Жыл бұрын

he/she won't have one diaper, but three and they'll all be black 😜

Love Nat's real talk on the fear many of us have about having a baby, giving birth, life changes and all the other anxieties that come with it! Not every woman/parent is super elated and not afraid. I went through the same thing. Love her for this ❤️ you'll be okay mama

Dang. I am so stoked for you both, and proud of you for being vulnerable and sharing this little bit of your life with us all. This is truly going to change everything, but I know you will (as you do with everything) take it in stride and make the most of it. It’s funny that I’ve been watching your videos for a few years, and this kind of feels like finding out that friends are going to have a baby. Seriously stoked for you. God bless, Matt and Nat!

Congratulations, that’s amazing! I’m currently 35 weeks pregnant and I completely understand all the things Natalie’s saying. Especially what she said about not having 9 months to prepare; that’s so true! From the moment that you are pregnant, everything changes already (mentally and fysically). Take it one day at a time, and listen to your body and mind about what is necessary at that moment. Attending a mindfulness birth-class was so helpful for me! :)

Congratulations! This comment is mostly for Nat. I completely understand how you feel. I can only describe pregnancy as feeling like you’re going downhill in a car with no breaks. Your body completely takes control of this process and mentally and emotionally you’re just trying to hold on. Having made it to the other side of things my advice is to remember that “this too shall pass” the hard times, the pain, the struggle, the joy, the peace and the chaos. Everything comes and goes. I felt like pregnancy lasted forever. I also felt like the fragile infant stage lasted forever. But everything was a phase. My last message to both of you, as much as your life will inevitably change when you become a parent, you also have the opportunity to introduce this new family member to all the things that you both love and enjoy. With your creative minds you can keep a lot of your hobbies and interests but just have to make adjustments to bring the little one along. Introduce your kid to your favourite foods and music and activities etc. they will develop a unique taste in life that is only unique to your family. Best of luck!

I never wanted to be a minimalist more than when my kids were a few years old. We had “ stuff” , I was overwhelmed. Limiting the “stuff” and focusing on other things was the key. They never missed what they didn’t have. We played, we laughed, we adventured. Now as adults, they do not focus on physical things to fill their lives. I think you will find that less stuff brings you peace so you can put your effort in other areas. Many blessings to you both.

As someone who dealt with depression during and after pregnancies, lost my first baby almost full term, and now has a healthy 8 year old - it’s so worth it. You guys are in a great position working for yourselves; you can travel, sleep in, etc. My best advice is don’t push yourselves when you don’t have to. We didn’t travel the first 2 years of our daughter’s life. It was more trouble for us and her. We just enjoyed taking it easy for that season.

Nat, thank you so much for your brutally honest and vulnerable words. I am no mum and I am not pregnant, but I feel like your words prepared me more for what 'could still be' than any of the happy-flower-beaming mummy-pictures and stories.

You literally don’t understand that I GASPED and got SO HAPPY just at the thumbnail!! I’ve been following for about 4 years now and you’ve helped me so so much - I’m extremely happy and excited for you both, thank you for everything ❤

As an anxious person, what helped the most during my three pregnancies was reading positive birth stories, or even stories where there was a scary part but the outcome was ultimately great. It was also super helpful to keep telling myself that women have given birth since the beginning of time and I CAN TOTALLY DO THIS. (I also avoided parenting books and baby books -- too much noise.) I hardly ever comment but coming out of the woodwork to say congratulations! Baby news is the best news. You're gonna be great.

For Nat, your fears are valid and warranted. The main thing is you have a partner in Matt who is willing to accept challenges and really tackle them head on and is exactly what you will need in going through pregnancy and raising a child. As a dad of 2 children it isn’t easy but the main thing is you figure it out, you dig deep and you manage and it is surprising the sheer will of your spirit when you are beyond tired yet you still manage. Best of luck and I sincerely wish you all the best and loads of happiness

It’s so refreshing how candid and honest you guys are. Wishing your new lil family the best of luck (I hope we get to see a bit of the journey) 🎉❤

Would love to hear more from Nat as the pregnancy progresses. I identified with pretty much everything she said in this video and would be super interested in learning how her outlook and feelings evolve as you go. And congrats!

I recognize the negative spiral completely! As a mom of two kids I can now reassure: you will grow into it all during the pregnancy. Nature designed us this way. No need to oversee it all from the start. ❤

Congratulations to the both of you! I am so happy to hear Nat talk so openly about her feelings towards it. It's true that many people say that it's a beautiful moment, but I don't remember crap about it! But you two make such a great team, no doubt you'll make even greater parents. Good luck to the both of you!

Thank you Natalie! Honestly that chat from 8 minutes is exactly how I feel I am currently 6 months pregnant with my first (was very much planned) and its all so terrifying everything I am hearing. Getting overwhelmed from people telling me all the negative. It's so refreshing to hear your honesty. I need that. We got this Natalie!

Congrats guys! I'm watching this at the hospital waiting for our doctor to come break my wife's water. Get ready for an adventure!

I'm a newish mom of an 8 month old, and I'm here to say that it can be SO much fun! The joy she brings and the amount of times she makes us smile and laugh is hard to explain! All the hard stuff is 100% worth it! You've got this!

@haraank4905

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, this helps a lot, I'm considering really bad if I want or not to be a mom for all the scary factors. This kind of comments help to let go the fear

@juliagardner1383

Жыл бұрын

In the same situation and feeling the same things!

@juliagardner1383

Жыл бұрын

The first 2 months were hard but since it's been 80% joy

@BlueDragonEE

Жыл бұрын

Aaaa

Congrats you guys! I'm so excited for you! I'm also pregnant and feel exactly the same as Nat. It was like listening to myself. Thank you so much for sharing and thank you everyone in these comments for the positivity and advice!

Congratulations! SO here for Natalie’s honesty - feel those feelings and keep talking about them girl!

Wow! Thank you, Natalie, for really being honest with the world about how you’re feeling. My husband and I recently got married, and he feels the way Matt does and I feel the way you do lol. We both appreciate you sharing your experience! If it aligns with your path, it will be really valuable to see videos where you guys talk about how you’re intertwining minimalism into parenthood. I’ve imagined teaching this to a child but I’ve never seen videos on it. Good luck guys and please know you have so much support and love on this journey! ❤

@samposampo9432

Жыл бұрын

Check out the minimal mom. By the way this is absolutely normal for women to feel the way Nat does; they are taking the much bigger risk in this for the rest of their lives.

@Nikki.....

Жыл бұрын

something tells me because the dads aren't the ones going through all the physical changes and discomfort and pain and labor and have to give birth

Currently pregnant and about to enter the third trimester and I feel every word Natalie is saying. And not to mention how taxing being pregnant in general is. My body doesn’t feel like it’s just mine any more and it’s hard to get used to.

Congratulations to you both!! Thank you for sharing, Natalie’s words were so on point. It’s the scariest and hardest job ever… and after you settle in… in my opinion it’s the most rewarding experience. You guys are going to be amazing parents. ❤

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing - not just the news but also your thoughts and feelings. All the best!

Congratulations, you two. No one is ever ready for this, but the minute you see your child for the first time, suddenly you are SO ready. You will be amazing.

CONGRATS!!! The ultimate minimalist baby guide is coming.

@MagicalMandi

Жыл бұрын

We've been waiting!!!!

@jasonves

Жыл бұрын

@@MagicalMandi facts!!

Congrats to you both. My wife and I welcomed our son a couple months ago into this world. It’s been a lot of work, but amazing. You two make a great team and will do great. You will be amazing parents!

Congratulations! And just take things as they come. Things will change, but you will adapt and grow into the changes--and they will feel natural. You guys have got this!

Congratulations! It's so amazing for you both ❤️ I'm a newish mama, and my advice would be; Buy what you want, and don't worry about what you think you need or what someone else says you need. Buy onesies with ZIPS! The person who invented poppers hates parents! Don't overthink how you think you should feel. It took me about 4 months to get that overwhelming falling in love feeling that mothers get and I felt awful about it. But actually, more people get that than I thought. Matt, do ANYTHING that Nat asks. No matter how unreasonable. Pregnancy is hard! You guys are going to ace this!

@shout64

Жыл бұрын

Yes zippers!!

@abigaelmacritchie1365

Жыл бұрын

Agreed on zippers! I got the same as you for both my babies: it took me a while to love them in that overpowering way. I thought the second time might be different but it wasn't. For someone who overthink everything like me, it's pretty logical.

@thehomemakersblog23

Жыл бұрын

@@abigaelmacritchie1365 thank you for being so honest about it. I cried when I started to feel the love because I felt so guilty that I hadn't until then x

@abigaelmacritchie1365

Жыл бұрын

@@thehomemakersblog23 aww I'm sad for you that no one warned you 😢 I was lucky enough that my cousin's wife told me that's how she felt when she became a mum, long before I even became pregnant. She said "I needed to get to know my daughter" and that resonates so much with me. Love can be at first sight, but it almost always deepens with knowing the person, why wouldn't it be so with our babies?

@thehomemakersblog23

Жыл бұрын

@@abigaelmacritchie1365 that's lovely that you had that guidance 😊 you do need to take time to get to know the new tiny person 😊 x

Congrats, Matt & Nat! After 5 years of IVF, we just welcomed our daughter in November. Enjoy every moment. It’s an a journey!

Good luck to Nat and Matt! So lovely to watch you guys sharing this. And Nat, I feel your fear! But it will get better!

Natalie, you are so incredibly in tune with your body to recognize the changes early, you will naturally be ready! You are going to be an amazing mom! Congratulations.

Her story telling skills are so good can see why you two are a good pair, I was hooked when she was explaining "IT'S TWO LINES!", maybe the baby will inherit this storytelling gene😂Congratulations & love to your family ❤

I had the best, and I mean the BEST experience being pregnant and giving birth. Be positive in yourself and know that you can do this. Don't listen to the negative stories because they will undoubtedly make your experience negative. Think positively, and you'll rock this pregnancy! 🧡

I am also pregnant and just made it through the first trimester. I had HG which made it even worse. Hearing Natalie talk about her fears is super comforting as I have been feeling the same way. My brain is always anxious especially since we had a miscarriage earlier this year with our first.

@courtesylaugh528

Жыл бұрын

My first pregnancy was a miscarriage as well. When I got pregnant again with our now 18 month old I spend the entire first 10 weeks unwilling to move or do anything for fear of causing another miscarriage. I'm so sorry for your loss.❤

awww, congratulations and good luck on your journey! Wishing the strength to Nat, because she'll need it

Congrats, a child is one of the best gifts gives us. My dad wasn't around when I was a kid, I missed that whole experience, so it's become my life goal to become a father one day. Right now I'm building my business as a self improvement KZreadr, going to gym, eating clean, boxing, taking care of my mental health, going to church, etc... All of these will set me up financially, physically, mentally and spiritually to be a great Father one day, I can't wait but I want to reach my full potential so I can help my son or daughter reach their full potential

@alexrenko

Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Btw I make videos to help this upcoming generation learn and develop fundamental and life changing wisdom! Let me know what you think! Thanks in advance

Actions speak louder than words, and yours tell an incredible story.

As someone who started watching this channel single and now has 2 kids, I'm excited to see how you handle your family growing and the transition to parenthood. It's hard but you can do it, best of luck!

Nat, thank you so much for your candor about your fears 💓. The world (especially the world of maternity and childbirth and mothering) needs more examples of authenticity like yours. I could feel you while you were speaking from the heart and it's so special to think that your kiddo is going to have such a great example of an honest, heartfelt mama. Keep taking care of you, savouring the positives and sharing your heart. Sending so so so much love.

I love that Natalie opened up about those fears, I’ve been on the fence for so long about having kids because of all those same reasons and to see someone so opening talk about it and put the anxiety into words is so refreshing. Lots of love to you both!

So exciting! You’re going to be great parents 🎉 thank you for sharing this with us Matt.

Nat, I resonate with your words so much. I’ve been crying so much from my own pregnancy symptoms. You’re absolutely right. Everything changes immediately when you get pregnant. I’ve been so sick with my pregnancy, and it’s been the hardest thing I’ve ever done. There’s so much that feels negative around childbirth and parenting. You’re right, it’s terrifying. I want to cry listening to your words, because I too, am “spiraling in the negative.” It’s so refreshing to hear a pregnant person say that they too are terrified and scared of the negative changes. It’s just hard. This is difficult. I don’t have any comforting words, just that I understand and you are not alone. ❤

This was so real. Thank you for sharing this with everyone. I have 7 kids and this was a great representation of the process of adjustment.

Congrats, guys! I became a dad last year, and every part of this video brought back an incredible wave of emotions and memories. My wife and I spent 11 years living the life we wanted before our daughter entered the picture, so we definitely felt the pull of "leaving your life behind" when our daughter came along. We've kind of taken this approach of fully embracing the new with the understanding that we can always revisit the favorite parts of our former self whenever we want to. It simply requires intentionality and communication. Since you're a master Intentionist™, I have no doubt you'll find the method that brings you the most fulfillment. So stoked for you! You're going to love every second of it.

Kids are an amazing gift and the hardest thing ever! Congrats to you both

Happiest news I've heard all week! Congratulations on becoming parents. sending much love from Canada

The sad thing about watching videos is that you want to answer like it’s a normal conversation. I felt like I had something to say for every sentence 😂 I think the first sign that you’re going to he an amazing mom is that you have questions and try to get answers. You research and doubt and generally care. And that’s all it takes. As a dad, wanting to know everything and be involved is the ultimate goal. I shed a tear. Happy parenthood, you guys ❤🎉

Congratulations!! I felt the same way as Natalie when I was pregnant: all the fears and the negative aspects of parenting were very much in my mind. And it's good to be prepared and know realistically that parts of this are going to be hard. But let me tell you from someone whose first baby turns 7 soon: nothing can prepare you for how wonderful it will be to have this new person in your life. How much you'll love them and be charmed by them and how much they'll make you laugh. You're prepared for the hard times, but rest assured there is SO MUCH good coming that you can't even imagine yet ❤️

Congrats bro! A real blessing for you both

Congratulations! Such a blessing! ❤

So happy for you!!! Wish you all the best!

I took about 3 months away from social media, I’m back on the channel and this is the 1st vid to alert me! Wow congratulations Matt & Nat 🎉🎉🎉

Becoming a parent IS terrifying, and it is hard but on the flipside of that there is nothing like it in the world. It is such an amazing experience watching your little ones grow! It is one of the most rewarding journeys you can undertake. I have two teen daughters now and they've shown me a new depth of love and I continue to grow as a person right alongside them. Trust that you've got this Nat, you'll be an amazing mommy!💖🙂

Congratulations Matt!! Gosh this is soo exciting. Been watching your videos for years and find value in them. Honestly, I’m excited to see how your content evolves into a parent. Thank you for sharing with us. This is beautiful!

Congratulations to the both of you!!! So happy! ❤

Minimalism just gets more and more important as a parent. Congratulations 🎈

Good on Nat to realize she's both excited and terrified about the process. I have no idea why someone would go through that willingly! Hopefully everything will go smoothly. Congratulations to you both!

this was so wholesome and there’s so much honesty with your thoughts and feelings and i hope it’ll be a smooth and happy journey for the both of you ☺️ congratulations!! ❤️

Congrats and good luck, you two! You'll do great.

Wow, congratulations! Wish both of you all the best for the upcoming months :)

Congratulations! So amazing for you both ❤️

This is great news!! Congrats to you both!

You got this Mama 💜 your words resonate so much. 7 months postpartum here. It's scary as hell, but that little one is so worth it. Thankfully, you've got a good team thing going on there.

I love how honest Nat is, I’m a mom of 2 girls and I had 2 natural births one at a birth center and the other at home. For me motherhood is figuring it out in the way but at the same time learning/ informing yourself so you can be ready. Not just wait for someone to tell you what to do. You guys got this! ♥️congratulations!

As someone who's due in April, totally relate to everything that natalie was saying. Both an exciting and terrifying time, especially as the person carrying the baby.

Congrats guys! Just got this notification from your email! Life will change but it will also open up new possibilities and enable you in other ways. So happy for you guys! 🥰

Congrats!!! So happy for you two!! ❤

My baby is heading off to college this year. It was actually fun (with a little bit of hard)! Take the classes, read the books, talk to your positive friends and family members, lean on your OB. Think about all the fun childhood games, books, movies, music and experiences you will get to have with your future child.

Don't worry, Nat, you'll go through waves of despair and fear, and moments of uncontainable joy and fun - through pregnancy and raising a baby. As far as I am concerned, that rollercoaster of emotion doesn't go away, you just learn to ride the waves better (and your hormones typically balance around child's age 2 or so, and that helps A TON). Congratulations! So happy for you both.

I really love how honest you guys are. Its refreshing. I wish you guys the best with everything and I look forward to seeing more of your journey!

congratulations!!!!!! so happy for both of you!