Hi friends! Just wanted to pop in briefly from maternity leave to share an update today, because there’s someone very special I’d love for you to meet…
…our sweet Teo!
Our son, Teo (pronounced the Spanish way, “tay-oh”) Elliott Martin, was born on March 16. And for those of you who have been following our story, I’m thankful to report that the epidural that we had been praying might work despite my back issues (I shared a bit about this in my last post) mercifully took hold on the very first try, which meant that both Barclay and I were able to be there together to hear Teo’s first precious cries and welcome him into the world. Goodness…what a moment. ♡
After so many ups and downs this pregnancy, we’re still in awe that our little boy is finally here. He’s perfect and healthy and super-snuggly and outrageously cute…and we feel like the luckiest parents in the world. Truly can’t believe how much we love him and how sweet and natural life together as a family of three already feels. We spend a record amount of time each day just staring at him and soaking up his sweet newborn cuddles and showering his yummy cheeks with a million kisses. And we are loving this opportunity to finally learn how to be parents — even sleep-deprived, sore-in-all-the-places (hellooo, postpartum), often-hilariously-trial-and-erroring-our-way-through-each-new-day and all. This tiny little human has captured our hearts in the biggest of ways, and we are just so happy that he’s ours.
Anyway, I can’t wait to share more updates with you once I’m back from maternity leave. But in the meantime, feel free as always to follow along on Instagram for more behind the scenes updates from our lil’ newborn bubble over here. And thank you again for all of the love and prayers and encouragement you’ve been sending our way these past few weeks especially. We feel it and are sending you back so much love from Barcelona today.
Here are a few pics from these first few weeks together with Teo as a family of three! ♡
CONGRATULATIONS to you and Barclay, Ali! I think that sweet babe of yours hit the jackpot with the parents he has been gifted. My favorite pic is that last one (those eyes), but the doggies looking on is a close second. Can’t wait to see the pics of Teo with your parents when they arrive! I know they, too, are already smitten!
REST EASY, take care of yourself, and enjoy your maternity leave!
Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! He is absolutely precious!! Enjoy your time soaking in all of the newborn cuddles!
Congratulations ? Teo is so so precious!!! Thank you for sharing a peek into your life as a family of three ❤️
So sweet. So happy for you all! Blessings and health all around to your family. Congrats!
Yay! So beautiful. Congrats to the whole family. So glad to hear the birth went as you hoped.
Congratulations! He’s beautiful. Thank you for sharing your story and wonderful pictures. Enjoy every minute.
Congrats! He is beautiful! I am so happy you were able to have the epidural. I had scoliosis surgery as a kid and went through the same emotional rollercoaster not knowing if I would be awake for my sons birth last year. Luckily, I was able to get one as well and both hubby and I were able to meet our guy right away. So thankful! Enjoy those newborn snuggles!
Sooooooo cute!!! Congratulations, Ali and Barclay!!!
Congratulations! You have a BEAUTIFUL family. Be safe and enjoy every moment with your new son :)
Congratulations to all of you!! What a beautiful family you have and thanks for sharing the gorgeous photos! So happy to hear that everyone is well. Enjoy this special time together. Just wait until you can start to share your talents with him especially in the kitchen (will be amazing)! Take care and be well!❤️