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And Baby Makes…

Four! That’s right—the Barbe family (and the Project Nursery family by extension) is going to be growing by two tiny feet this October. I’m so excited to announce that I’m pregnant with our second baby! Our two-year-old daughter Emmi is already campaigning for the “Best Big Sister” award—she loves to pat my growing bump and say, “Nice baby!” and kissing the baby goodnight is now the sweetest part of our bedtime routine.

We took the traditional route and waited to share the news with our family and friends after we made it through the first trimester. And with all that time to plan, I couldn’t help but get a little creative with our announcement.

Pregnancy Announcement Idea

My husband and I always pictured ourselves as a family of four, but while we waited with great anticipation to become parents for the first time, it wasn’t such an easy decision for us this time around. Maybe it’s because Emmi really gave us a run for our money when she was a newborn, and we were hesitant to enter that phase again. Or maybe it’s because life with a toddler and a newborn just sounds so overwhelming. But more than anything, I think it’s because of all the joy and love that Emmi has brought us—my heart is so full, and I wasn’t sure how another baby would fit into the beautiful balance we’ve found as a family of three.

It took some getting used to, but with every passing day, we grow more and more excited to meet this tiny human. We have big plans for our little family—we’re going to be shaking things up with a bedroom-to-nursery transition, a big girl room and a new master bedroom—and I can’t wait to share our journey with you. We know that our lives will change dramatically, but we also know that our hearts and our home will be overflowing with love in just a few short months.

Courtney and Emmi

Mamas of two (or more!)—how did you know the time was right for your family to grow? What did you do to prepare for baby number two?

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  1. avatar Michelle says:

    Love this ! Congrats !

  2. avatar PamGinocchio says:

    Adorable! Congratulations Courtney. This is such an exciting time and we are so thrilled to be able to be there cheering you on. xx

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  4. avatar PN_Sabrina says:

    What a playful and clever way to share the best news with your friends and family! The minute you see your new addition, you will fall in love all over again.

  5. avatar PN_Melisa says:

    Love the creativity of the announcement. You and your family are just the cutest! Congrats Courtney. Excited to follow your journey.

  6. avatar Charles Amos Barbe says:

    I can’t wait!