How I Really Feel About Becoming a Mom of 2 (An honest look into my life)

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In today’s video, I share a day in the life with a toddler while 9 months pregnant. Everything from our morning routine, how we prep for daycare, easy meals and our nighttime routine. Also, real talk about how I'm feeling about preparing for baby #2 and leading up to labour.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - intro
00:20 - good morning
7:02 - kid-free
7:34 - kiwico
9:50 - getting prepared for baby #2
15:42 - getting Sage from daycare
16:31 - Dinner
19:44 - bedtime
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Hey HealthNuts, welcome to my corner of the internet! My name is Nikole and I’m the face behind HealthNut Nutrition. Here on my KZfaq channel, I talk about all things food, self-care, wellness, lifestyle, motherhood and our little family of four! I post a NEW video every Wednesday at 3 pm EST, such as What I Eat In a Day, Healthy Recipes, Lifestyle Vlogs, Healthy Grocery Hauls, Routines and MORE!
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@Thealbatross2010 10 ай бұрын

My experience, 0 to 1 was harder than 1 to 2 kids. First pregnancy was 17 hour labor with epidural. Second pregnancy was a precipitous labor with no time for an epidural! Both experiences were great. Best of luck, Mama!

@surlespasdondine 10 ай бұрын

Oh yes! 0 to 1 was the harder one for me too. Our first was a high needs baby and we had our second 3 years later. Much much easier. Some people have an easy first baby, then have the second one quite soon after, and then the 1-2 transition might be more difficult.

@jofinney9543 10 ай бұрын

Praying you have a quick easy labor !! The baby will slip out like butter 😃

@YourFriendAyana 10 ай бұрын

You absolutely can do this! I went super neurodivergent this last year and dove deep into the research and all the different techniques before birthing my first little human. I was able to completely remove doubts (even though I’ve dealt with life long anxiety and panic attacks) and just be in the zone 100%. 1hr and 48 minutes later she was birth in 5 pushes at home, no tearing, and no complications. My midwives laughed because they said we actually didn’t need them, but she arrived right as one of them saw her head crowing. We most definitely are powerful, we do not need to accept the narrative that has been fed to us, and we can have the birth story we desire.

@yuliash.9687 10 ай бұрын

Sage is so sweet! You guys are doing an awesome job raising the kid! Parenting is so stressful and confusing but those little sweet moments are like “that’s why we’re doing this”. We’re raising our daughter just together with my husband.

@katliven 10 ай бұрын

Totally get it! My 2 year old decided to cry the whole way to daycare because he didn’t have his binkie and we are limiting that to night only. Inconsolable for 20 min straight. Thank you for sharing your real life moments too, not just the calm and glamorous parts ❤❤❤

@NikkisNest 10 ай бұрын

Yes to the toddler meal prep! I’m so excited to try your recipes! I bought the book. And the banana almond butter sushi is already a huge hit. I added some Halloween sprinkles to make it more fun!

@cristinnacht9100 10 ай бұрын

Labor and delivery are almost always soooo much easier the second time around. It definitely was for me. Postpartum too! You’ll rock it and get into the groove of momming 2 in no time 😊❤

@courtneypalmer2331 10 ай бұрын

Your bump is looking FABULOUS!!!!!! ❤ You're doing amazing, both you and Matt!!!! ❤😊

@carolinekayesavage3746 10 ай бұрын

I’m pregnant again at the same time as you (you a few months ahead of me with both) so your videos have been so good for me to expect what’s ahead. Sending you lots of ❤ in you last few weeks. So excited for you and your family 😊

@jaimierou 10 ай бұрын

I was extremely nervous to go from 1-2 children because I found going from 0-1 turned my whole world upside down. My toddler is now 28 months and my baby is now 7 months and it has been wonderful. While pregnant, my toddler decided to stop sleeping (naps and through the night) and it stressed me out so much. I remember shortly before my due date having a little (…or big) breakdown and saying “I don’t know how it’s going to work!” My mom reassured me that “it just does, I don’t know why, but it just does.” She was right. It just works. You’re going to do an incredible job and the three of you will learn along the way. Take it day by day, take it slow and easy, and just give yourselves a lot of grace. Everything new seems daunting, but you’re a strong mama with a very supportive partner and a beautiful little girl. You are so blessed and even with hard days ahead, you are so loved!

@cjgamer830 10 ай бұрын

Every Time You Post I Get More Excited About Baby #2! And By The Way Happy Early Birthday Nikole!

@HealthNutNutrition 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! I cant believe baby number 2 is coming soon!

@mcaligirl0686 10 ай бұрын

Yes please do a toddler meal prep! I do the same for my 20 month old. Definitely makes life easier!

@mindyzuckerman936 10 ай бұрын

I'm due Oct 17 and also feeling the time crunch on getting everything ready. I'm a first time mom so it's comforting watching you do this for the second time. Seeing your nerves but also your confidence is so real.

@HealthNutNutrition 10 ай бұрын

You got this too mama! I have a nesting video coming this week that will definitely get you in the mood. ☺️

@theodoracalexe 10 ай бұрын

Yes to the updated meal prep video 😍

@andiejackson5954 10 ай бұрын

Maaaaan let me tell you how much I love your videos. I am now 3 months postpartum with my 2nd little boy and just got back on my running schedule. Also resume writing now to get back out there with a new career. What I love about your videos is that you show the toddler upsets and I feel I need to see that to know that my kid is normal when he gets those BIG feelings. Better yet…to know I’M FINE. I get so overwhelmed sometimes. Lately, I have had to do a complete mindset change because I have both kids alone mostly while my husband works from home downstairs in the man cave. I’ll say this…make time for you as much as you can. AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. We don’t do daycare or a nanny right now so you’ve already got a win in your pocket. I’ve enjoyed having this second chance to experience a little baby as this is our final child 😆 I do not want to be pregnant again. My labor was FAST. Like, he was almost a car baby 😆 be aware that second babies come faster. We got to the hospital and I was already 10 cm and my water broke at the check in desk. Best of luck and to you and your beautiful family!

@bori5368 10 ай бұрын

My daughter was born on 14 October 2 years ago😊 I think baby#2 will come on 10 October for you🤟 I watched your birth video with Sage before I gave birth, that's how I found your channel in the first place, and it gave me strength 🙏

@Theamateurecologist 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing the reality of everything. Too many people gloss over giving birth and being scared or overly romanticize it. You’ve got this girl!! ❤

@transformationbyangie 10 ай бұрын

Complete can relate! We have a very active 22 month old and I’m pregnant with twins😳 work filltime and man it’s exhausting! You got this mama ❤

@Yololove247 10 ай бұрын

So excited for you!

@bisbee321 10 ай бұрын

Can you please post a video on the transition to daycare. Would love to know your story and how you handled it.

@sararetka9979 10 ай бұрын

I was due October 4th for my second and he came September 15, lol😅 And even though I would say my second birth was a little more intense, it was also over WAY faster! So one thing I relied on more heavily this time was staying in a calm and meditative state, warm water (shower and tub), and sometimes I would say to myself "this is power, not pain" to help reel myself back in👍 Your first birth video helped me so much btw! You're amazing - you got this!💖

@courtney9321 10 ай бұрын

So excited for baby! Such a sweet blessing to your beautiful family! Also, where does Sage get her red hair from? It's gorgeous!

@stellahlee2761 10 ай бұрын

I haven’t watched your KZfaq for about a few months. I just realised you are expecting another baby! Omg! Extremely happy for you! I still remember watching your video of giving birth to Sage. Huge congrats to you ❤❤❤🎉

@chelseycoker6058 10 ай бұрын

Omg! Due date twins!! I have been following you since before my 2 year old was born in 2021. Can’t believe we are due the same day this go around. My two year old is also a red headed spit fire so I relate to your content SOOO much. You make me feel so much less alone in the chaos that is loving and raising a strong, smart, and confident toddler ❤️

@sheisisidhi7700 10 ай бұрын

I’m addicted to your channel, I watch it every morning and before bed. ❤

@lanisamedina2297 10 ай бұрын

YES toddler meal prep video!

@itsjjj 10 ай бұрын

Yes!! Please do a toddler meal prep video! Starting preschool in a week and I need to plan ahead

@caitlyns9587 10 ай бұрын

With my first baby I did an Accupuncture session when she was 1 week overdue and I still didn’t have any signs of going into labour. It was the best thing for getting me in the right energy space and head space for labour. It didn’t induce labor but it got rid of all my fear, I was feeling really confident after and highly recommend Accupuncture if you need a energy shift!

@Theherbalempress 10 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to see how sage reacts to the new baby! She’s growing so fast. I’m due in October with a 19 month old I watch full time who definitely loves being the center of attention between hubby and I so I am scared that she will be jealous.

@Anna-gy9wx 10 ай бұрын

I have a 2 month old and a 2y2m old, pregnancy was tough I get you! I also agree I wasn’t as scared for first birth as I was for second. Probably because I didn’t know what is ahead of me. Terrible first experience, second birth a lot better so hoping it’s “easy” for you too. Definitely agree that transition 0to1 was harder than 1to2. Best of luck Nikole❤

@naturallyrachida9812 10 ай бұрын

Her "no blue" was SO adorable

@Homagium 10 ай бұрын

I was kind of obsessed with your and newborn Sagey videos during my second pregnancy because after 15 years gap I forgot almost everything about baby care 😅. Thank you. It was so helpful. I didn’t get epidural during first childbirth and had it with second baby. Honestly, I happy that I have this raw experience but one time is enough.

@chewy000079 10 ай бұрын

OMG! That little "I LOVE it!" So cute!

@CorinaAvelar-xz4um 10 ай бұрын

Awww I remember when you were pregnant with your first and I use to watch your videos when I was pregnant with my first now we're pregnant together with our second babies!!!! IM SO EXCITED.

@carolemantha8958 10 ай бұрын

❤I loved your vidio today Nikole, stay strong and you will get through this, you are stronger than you think.. 😊❤

@susanfreeman6350 10 ай бұрын

Baby #1, 10 hours of back labor, unmedicated birth, 4th degree lacerations. Still a very positive experience. I was exhausted for months after that birth. Baby #2, 3 hour labor in a foreign country where no one except my OB spoke English. He arrived at the hospital about 30 minutes before baby was born. Unmedicated, easy birth even though baby was 1.5 pounds heavier. Post natal, I wasn’t nearly as tired, even with a VERY active toddler in addition to the new baby. My biggest fear the second time was wondering how on earth I could possibly love another child with that crazy intensity we have with the first born. Happily, my heart immediately expanded with all that same wonder and love the second I gazed into his beautiful little face. I watched your video of Sage’s birth and, you were… are…a magnificent example of the power of a woman’s body doing what it is designed to do. And Matt?? OMG! He was the perfect birth companion for you. I have no doubt at all that you will rock this birth too!

@lianmarkham4226 10 ай бұрын

Sage is so cute and well done on being fully potty trained🎉 My son turns 3 in December and he is so hectic! Please do the toddler meal prep. I need some ideas! Good luck with baby #2. Everything will be OK!

@Tccr1123 10 ай бұрын

Right with you 🎉we are due in November on our first one, so I will be following even more closely to your videos ❤

@Anadeldr1luv 10 ай бұрын

Omg it’s almost time. Went by so quickly. I think you’ll have your baby at 37 weeks. All the best! 🤗

@hugsforlove 10 ай бұрын

I had 3 girls back to back each labor is faster and easier so is the recovery... in my experience. You got this mama❤

@ariamontoya1437 10 ай бұрын

Would you consider doing a “baby registry must have and passes”? Like items you truly recommend and which ones you used and didn’t like or got and didn’t use? You’re doing great mama💗

@joannawalaszek7742 10 ай бұрын

Yes please do an updated toddler meal prep video😍 Also I think baby is coming end of September ❤

@amylage4054 10 ай бұрын

I had the same thoughts and fears about a 2nd unmedicated birth but I was able to do it and you can too.!! You’ve got this

@Lisa-jz4bv 10 ай бұрын

I had kids 22 months apart your feeling are very normal but take it from me now that my kids are grown adults I think you are so much more prepared and usually the second one sleeps better and just is a little easier overall. That was at least my experience. I think Sage will be the best older sister and I think your a pro! Just if you feel overwhelmed call on family to help they will love 💗 being there for the kiddies. You got this!!!! Your such an amazing mom ❤

@alexandrakonovalova2254 10 ай бұрын

Yes please for toddler meal prep!

@klimtkahlo 10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 when the red thing dad broken!!! I am sure for mama not so funny but I got a very hold chuckle out of it! Adorable!!!

@jenf4616 10 ай бұрын

Can you do a video on toddler daycare lunch ideas?

@vanessamiller1126 10 ай бұрын

Yes film an updated toddler meal prep video plz :)

@margo8353 10 ай бұрын

Nicole, you’ve got this. You did so well delivering Sage. Thinking of you these days and checking your channel for some news ☺️ My second son arrived unexpectedly fast. He was born at 36 w 2 d and that day up until 1 in the morning I thought I’m just having braxtons. Eventually, he was born few hours later in the ambulance, within minutes of leaving home. We would have had a home birth if I didn’t get up to get into the ambulance. He will be one at the end of the month. Also my toddler is just a few months younger than your Sage and he’s been such a good big brother. I’m very excited for you guys, sending loads of positive energy your way 💫

@evrimgulkumec9618 10 ай бұрын

Definetely you got this ! ❤️

@ronwhytt3942 10 ай бұрын

I love all the videos

@surlespasdondine 10 ай бұрын

There was a cook in our daycare and in general where I live kids get lunch at daycare. Having to prepare their lunch to bring every time must be stressful too. You are doing a great job!!

@jeimmylevey659 10 ай бұрын

So excited and nervous for you! Currently in my 3rd month with baby #2, so I'm taking notes as your journey goes. Side note: what spray do you use for Sage's hair? My daughter has similar curly hair and it gets so tangled!

@raeesaosman7662 10 ай бұрын

Would looove to see a toddler meal prep video please ✨🌸

@MegaTelenovela 10 ай бұрын

The biggest advise I was given a day before having my daughter unmedicated was it be the worst pain in my life and I will get through it. I was born to do this. God gave us this physical and mental strength and in retrospect my husband and midwives were incredible support and kept encouraging me so much during transition and I did it! I was suppose to get induced but it happened naturally on the day of induction anyway as I got two membrane sweeps prior which helped kickstart contractions! Very grateful. You did it and will do it!! ❤And like you said if needed you know you've got pain management options. I'm guessing 38 -39 weeks. Birthday guess October 15th?

@ggoog1845 9 ай бұрын

Your daughter is such a little sweetheart, hope motherhood goes well on your 2nd child also.

@feigao8968 10 ай бұрын

You guys are so cute❤ 😂 I can’t wait to see your videos with new born. I am currently 7 weeks and already nervous about giving birth as this is also my second child. I still remember giving birth for the first. I totally understand your feeling.

@KNJ20 10 ай бұрын

Wow, I haven’t seen your videos since Sage was a baby . She’s so big now 🥺

@sarahwatrous2277 10 ай бұрын

Sooo excited for you and your family! We almost have the same due date! I'm due 10/15, expecting a boy, and he's trying to make an early arrival 😅

@anjaliwilliams2485 10 ай бұрын

Just had my second on august 27 and have an almost 2.5 year old. Felt the same way you did but here to say that 1-2 has been easier because you do feel so much more confident as a parent. I will also say it feels so much easier to parent your toddler when you aren’t third trimester pregnant 🤣

@lakejabaylor3216 10 ай бұрын

A little Libra 😊, October 14th was my daughter’s due date, but she came October 15th. I’m so excited for you!

@briannamckay8712 10 ай бұрын

Yes to the meal prep vid! I have a four-nager and a 4 month old haha!! It’s actually so good though, you’ll be fine 😊

@kellyrolling5444 10 ай бұрын

Good Morning, so random but what do you spray in Sages hair for her curls? My granddaughter has the same curly hair and looking for something good. Thank you and waiting for baby #2. So excited for all of tou

@pamelaq6185 10 ай бұрын

Yes on the toddler meal prep although any request when you are on your last month of pregnancy has me feeling guilty. Sage is sooo darn cute 😍 She is gonna be the best big sis 💓 and you and matt are gonna be the best mama and dada of two 💕

@alexandrakonovalova2254 10 ай бұрын

Sage is such a sweetheart xxx

@vjol 10 ай бұрын

Toddler meal prep video, yes pleaseeee :))))

@dinamansour3522 10 ай бұрын

How did you potty train Sage and did she show signs of readiness? Also, any tips on keeping her healthy from daycare germs? I know there’s not much to be done but I struggle to get my toddler to take her vitamins to help guard her from germs. She’s been in daycare a little over a month and has already been sick four times 😭💔

@laurenjane6432 10 ай бұрын

I never forgot my labour haha. Labour is hard! But I’d do it again tomorrow. Good luck!

@annabellevanee9132 10 ай бұрын

Yes baby meal prep!!

@rachelrak4502 10 ай бұрын

I'm due exactly a week after you, so it's been so fun watching your videos as I'm guessing I am where you post your videos! I guess you'll have your baby a week early, on the 7th! I'm hoping for the same for myself

@janakaplan3201 10 ай бұрын

So excited for you, Nikole! We're struggling with potty training HARD. How long did it take for Sage to initiate on her own? We have our daughter in underwear except for bedtime and the timer-method works most times, except for #2.

@kjirsten11 10 ай бұрын

My guess for the due date is October 9. You've got this!

@martinagizova9891 10 ай бұрын

Love the play area! Where did you get the play kitchen

@laurenh825 10 ай бұрын

I feel like the transition from whatever number of kids to the next number of kids is only dependent on how the baby's demeanor is. 0 to 1 for us was great but my oldest is easy peasy. One to two rocked our world because our second didn't sleep and had colic. We just had twins back earlier this year and even though we had two babies at once they're both the chillest kids ever so the transition wasn't as hard. You've both got this! It's a muscle memory.😂

@iammarysa 10 ай бұрын

I gave birth three times, if I could do it, so do you! You are so strong ad healthy, you got this!

@baby5968 10 ай бұрын

Hi Nikole! I can help if you ever need sleep related advice for your new baby or Sage (if she regresses a little when baby comes)

@manalidesai5185 10 ай бұрын

can you share some vlog on day care of sage it would be interesting to watch that

@sassygal4727 10 ай бұрын

You're amazing! you look great ♥

@lydiathornton5323 10 ай бұрын

Great video Nikole!! Your due date is my wedding anniversary!! I'm thinking your baby is going to be born on Oct 7!! Congratulations, again!!🎊🎉💕

@crystaldaly9899 10 ай бұрын

I think on September 30th the baby will come. Good luck with the delivery!

@stephaniewilliams0 10 ай бұрын

October 18th is my guess cause that’s my daughters birthday 😂 good luck, you got this!!

@HanrieSmith-kk2zw 10 ай бұрын

Toddler lunch ideas please Nicole ❤❤❤

@LexiLove2416 10 ай бұрын

girl i feel u! currently 24 weeks pregnant with my 2nd, my first is 18 months old lol and i also have an issue with not being able to control things! so annxious but excited. are u going to doo another whats in my hospital bag video? or birth vlog? pleaseeee! i look so forward to ur mama content

@Menopause.Reinvented 10 ай бұрын

awwww so cool how you have thought to put Sage in "Gymnastics and Swim so she has something to look forward to", very smart move, you're right, it's not all about the baby, it's about both your children and you and Matt too, one happy family where everyone has their thing.... clearly you will be the baby's thing lol xxxx so excited for you and the 'birthday" xxx

@LinnOdlundEriksson-hj3ey 10 ай бұрын

Best wishes from Sweden!❤

@Pixief13 10 ай бұрын

Yes to toddler meal prep!

@mrsvalentine5472 10 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness pleeeeease do the toddler meal prep. Were about 9m behind you and all of your videos got me through weaning 😂

@dezys 10 ай бұрын

Yaaass to toddler meal prep!!

@KimberlyAugust 10 ай бұрын

toddler meal prep video pleaseeee!!!!

@veldaneufeld5732 10 ай бұрын

Yes to the meal prep video! And I feel u, I am pregnant with my second and am absolutely petrified of the labor this time even tho I caved and had an epidural the first time. I have so much anxiety this time around I can't even let myself think about it or watch any birth happening on Instagram who's accounts I follow. I would literally have an anxiety attack if I watch it. 😢

@michellegordon1822 10 ай бұрын

I had a horrible experience with my first labor and delivery and ended up with a c section and some PTSD. With my second, the doctors gave me an option for an elective c section so I didn't have to go through the pain and problems again. But, I decided to try again and had a very pleasant and quick VBAC. Complete 180 so try not to worry too much, life is very unpredictable. I gonna guess baby #2 will make their arrival Oct 6th. Good Luck!

@ColeyBolee 10 ай бұрын

I’m preparing for welcoming my first 😊! Which stroller do you have and would you recommend it?

@meesahem0 10 ай бұрын

I would love to know things you did in the newborn stage for sage that you plan to do again or won’t do again for this new little one ❤

@lifecollective8419 10 ай бұрын

Dear Nicole, are you still planning to do a video of you nesting? Would love to see that! :-) I'm due Sep 29th - also maybe a video on how you get mentally ready for the natural birth? Thanks!

@carolemantha8958 10 ай бұрын

❤I think you will have your baby in exactly two weeks..😊 take care!!😊

@NikkiScatch84 10 ай бұрын

They baby will be here before we know it! ❤

@naturallyrachida9812 10 ай бұрын

Way to go Sagey on being potty trained!

@nykkiabriggs3884 10 ай бұрын

Yes, please do a new toddler meal prep!

@rebeccacole6910 10 ай бұрын

I am so excited 😆 I can’t wait! You mastered it the first time! You’ll smash it again! And to reiterate what others have said 0-1 was harder for me than 1-2!! Cherish all of it! The good, the bad, the crazy 😘🫶🏼❤️

@HealthNutNutrition 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I guess I’ll find out soon which is harder 😅 I think either way that first year and a bit is hard

@biblestudyqueen20 10 ай бұрын

Hey love your growing family! Please tag her toothbrush! I’m still getting my 2.5 yo tooth brush from the dollar store so this video was a nice push for a new one 😂