Hey everyone!! Just wanted to point out that this was filmed in February which is why we were allowed to have visitors at the hospital etc. Unfortunately at the end of our stay Eric and I were the only ones allowed there and things were very different. I'll talk more about it in videos coming soon! :)

Watching this at 33 weeks pregnant today! That’s so crazy but I’m so happy everything turned out okay with you and your little blessing 💗

Bless your heart we had the same exact thing with our twins. I was 29 weeks I made it 3 more weeks. They were born 2.8 pounds 2.11 pounds and are now 17 and graduating high school. Enjoy the journey to goes so fast.

Bless your heart, my son was born at 25 weeks & 2days. February 16 2020 🙏🏼 1lb 9oz currently 3lbs 3oz. Our little guy is a fighter and 60 days down in the nicu! Bless your family ❤️

This is why doctors cancelling ob appointments gives me such anxiety!! Obviously this doesn't happen to everyone but going to her appointment really helped her health. She had basically no classic symptoms.

its okay about the baby shower, you can always have a sip and see!

I had my son at 34 weeks!!! Same thing, went for a doctors appointment and my blood pressure was insane! No other symptoms though, 3 days of failed induction ended in a c section. He was only in the NICU for 10 days!🙌🏻

I’m glad you & baby are safe & healthy! 💕 My sister had preeclampsia & almost died. She’s also really small, no health issues, an athlete, etc. it’s nothing that can be predicted & your nurse/doctor is awesome for sending you over so fast.

I can relate to this on such a real level. My son was born 8 weeks early. He was 2lbs 12 inches and he spent 6 weeks in the NICU. Hes almost 4 now. Things do get better ill pray for you babe. 💚

I'm crying right now 😭 I was induced as soon as I hit 38 weeks with my 1st due to hypertension that was heading towards preeclampsia. Thankful I happened to have an appt to check for something else and my BP was 165/105 and after an hour of laying down it increased to 165/107 so they sent me to L&D. After 4 days of monitoring me they sent me home with instructions to return in 2 days to begin induction. I'm now pregnant with our 2nd and I'm worried it will be worse this time. I'm so glad to see you and your baby girl are both healthy and happy!!

My baby girl was born 12/30/17 she wasn't due till 2/12/18. She came early due to me having preeclampsia. I'm here if you need to talk, it all can be a little traumatic and I got PTSD from mine. Our little one luckily was only in the NICU for 3 weeks thank God. Praying for you all.

I also had severe pre-eclampsia. My baby was born at 31 weeks. She was in hospital for 2 months and came home in April. So blessed that everything went well with my emergency C-section and that my baby is healthy and growing beautifully :)

I had severe preeclampsia and delivered my daughter at 29 weeks. She was 2 lbs even! 76 days in the nicu then another month stay three weeks after going home. She turned 4 on 4/6! Congratulations momma ♥️

This is so frustrating because I’m 33 weeks and 3 days and have not had an appointment in 4 weeks. I don’t have an appointment for another week. I have so many questions to ask and can’t even do so because I’m not getting seen regularly 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m glad you were able to have visitors and were able to have a somewhat normal experience before this pandemic changed everything

I'm so glad to hear the doctor caught it early. When I had my first baby, I was in labour and started having seizures and ended with an emergency c-section and I ended up in ICU. Diagnosis was Eclampsia. No one got it before I went into labour and it was very scary for my family....I had a total of 7 seizures and I don't recall the week my son was born, very sad for me. Congratulations, she's beautiful.

I had my little man at 34wks +2d via c-section because I was losing too much fluid too fast, and he was in the NICU for 2wks +3d. During that time, I was going to the hospital everyday and staying all night. I wasn't able to breastfeed him due to him having a bowel obstruction (poo stuck in his tummy). So now I bottle feed him formula. But he is a big and healthy 4 month old baby now. Him being in the NICU was one of the scariest things for me to go through, but I was just glad that he was healthy.

Girl I’m so glad you’re okay, the process seemed soooo exhausting and frustrating because of the uncertainty!!! So so crazy, can’t wait to hear the birth story💝💝. Congratulations again!!❤️❤️ Hope you’re feeling stronger!!

Glad to see your story! As a L&D nurse, I was anxious to know what happened, but was trying to be patient knowing you were adjusting to being a momma & were likely super busy & exhausted 😊 God Bless! Serena (Louisiana)

Aww my second was born at 33 weeks, she just wanted to come into the world on her own time. She was only in the NICU about two and a half weeks, she was 4 pounds. (She was a "big" preemie) she's 9 now and you'd never know she was premature. Good luck to you and blessings to your family!

What a blessing from God that you had the dr appt when you did. That’s all I could think about while watching this! God is good all the time!❤️❤️❤️❤️

Congratulations on your sweet baby girl! Proud of you all, what a crazy journey... but she’s here safe, and that’s the most rewarding part! Can’t wait to hear more on your story! Thinking of you all & sending the most healing thoughts your way! 💕

My boy was born 6 weeks early last year his birthday is 19.02.2019 💕 NICU mummas are strong mummas, there hard times with a baby in the NICU. But we as women are built for these type of obstacles.

I'm so glad you and Quinn are ok! You were so brave and positive when facing a scary situation. That's a good example for everyone right now, so thank you! God bless you and your sweet family!

My wife was at work when her water broke. She was 2.5 months early. My oldest boy was born with a low apgar. 13 years later and he is a big healthy and is about to have his 14th birthday on April 13.

Wow, I love that you shared this. This was a big example for us to pack and have all of our stuff early than 35wk, heck at least 30wks. Im glad everything went okay 🙌🏽

Thank God that your preeclampsia was caught in time! I suspected I had preeclampsia with my 1st, but my nurse midwife kept telling me the swelling (severe) and headaches (constant) were normal. My BP was higher than my norm, but “not quite high enough”. It was also taken with an electronic BP machine at every appointment!! (Very unreliable). It happened to fall down the stairs at work and had to go in to the hospital to make sure baby was ok, and they diagnosed me with severe preeclampsia and induced me that day! I encourage anyone who is questioning their midwife or doctors diagnoses or opinions to get a 2nd opinion! And at this time (prego with my 3rd now) I call my OB anytime I question any symptoms I have, since they aren’t seeing anyone as often anymore.

I 1980 I had same pregnancy had daughter c-section. 3 years later I had regular birth to a boy. and 18 months later another boy born natural. I was so worried about you guys. I prayed 3 times a day. I thought maybe you had corona virus or something went wrong. When I saw your vlog I jumped on it!!!!! Still Praying be careful

I’m 31 weeks and have to go back in for a CGT scan today. They also found protein in my urine and I’ve been feeling increased movements and feeling weak in my feet and body like you. What I love the most about this video is just how calm you are, it’s really refreshing, thank you x

Omg you got the sweetest mommy/ grandma ever . She’s so thoughtful of putting a gift basket of treats for you

My brother was born 9 weeks premature, he was born by c- section so when he was out of my mum he was taken straight to the nicu ward. The reason they took him straight away is because he was blue, my mum only got to see him for a few seconds because she begged them. It was crazy, he's now a strong little 9 year old

Oh my goodness...the dinging when you're talking to Eric just gave me such intense anxiety. I had preeclampsia with both of my pregnancies. Both babies were born between 31-32 weeks. I spent a few days in the hospital prior to having my first and then was hospitalized a couple times for several days at a time before my second was born. The magnesium sucks. My first baby spent about 6 weeks in the NICU and my second spent about 8 weeks! The Lord is good and we're all healthy! Praying all is well with you!

I went into spontaneous labour at 33+1. She was in NICU for 4 weeks and I was only 16. It’s a crazy amazing journey, she’s now 11 years old. Excited to have found your channel.

Congratulations! I was getting worried because we hadn't seen you for awhile. What a sweet baby, glad your ok and can't wait for your future vlogs I always look for you each day as you always brighten my day. God bless you and your new little family!

So happy for yall that she's here and healthy!! You handled such a crazy experience so wonderfully!! I hope you're making a great recovery, I cant wait to hear the full story!!

I think it's so thoughtful that she goes through every single comment p.s. Your your gonna be the best mom!

My 4th baby was 10 weeks early and had a rough start he is 3 now and perfect. Baby 5 came at 33 week weighing 4lb 11oz and had no problems at she all needed a little bit of oxygen for 2 days she was born on 13th December and we took her home 11days later on the 24th December, the best Christmas present ever. All the best to you and your family and a speedy recovery for you both xxx

SO GLAD YOU & YOUR SWEET BABY GIRL ARE DOING WELL!💗 Praying for y’all!☺️

My daughter was born on 27/3/2021...her due date was 18 May 2021...she stayed in NICU for 19 days...i’m enjoying your videos right now as an inspiration for my journey with my preemie. So thanks

Hi doll! As a momma that had three babies at 33 weeks, I’m glad that it’s all behind you and your baby is home safe with you! It’s definitely a trying time for any parents. ❤

I was born 8 weeks early and it was really hard on both my parents, especially my mum. you guys can and will get through this, i know you can xxx

I miscarried with eclampsia at 13 weeks NOW I'M FIGHTING COVID19 AFTER THE D&C & BLOOD TRANSFUSION. YOU'RE SO BLESSED! THANK GOD YOUR DR IS A DR WHO CARES! CONGRATS ON BBYGIRL!

I’m glad you’re okay! I went in at 29 weeks with the same thing.. our goal was also 34 weeks but I just made it to 30 weeks and 1 day. It was very intense for me emotionally, and I found out later I actually had HELLP syndrome, which is severe form of Preeclampsia. I know what you went through, I feel you girl. 💛 Praying for you during this time... just take your time healing, physically and emotionally. Don’t put pressure on yourself to be “back to normal”...

Thank you for the update. So happy you are ok. She's so tiny & precious. Sending lots of love & prayers that she comes home soon. Congratulations, enjoy your daughter.

Eric & Cara, Congratulations!!! I will pray for God's continued blessings for the 3 of you. Such a happy precious time.

I still can't even believe how early she made her appearance ❤️so happy you all are doing so well!

Your face was so red during the filming you were at the dr's office, you must have had really high blood pressure. Glad to see in newer vlogs that your baby and you are doing well. I hope you get to go home from the hospital soon

Cara, you went through alot! So relieved everything is ok with you and baby girl. Its funny how mama mode is when the babies room is not ready. We of course as moms want to have things prepared. What an array of things that transpired. After baby came you look back to your normal gorgeous self, and beforehand I could see you concerned of course. You are really developing into a very good vlogger! Hugs to Ace !

Thanks for uploading your story I’m 32 wks and watching this makes me stay focus. Thank you 🙏🏿

CONGRATULATIONS, CARA & ERIC! *SHE'S BEAUTIFUL*She looks just like her daddy 😘❤😍

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I’m 31 weeks today and this helped me not be scared for any type of emergency that I may need! I’m so happy you and your baby were safe and healthy!

I also had a 33 weeker. Was due December 14, 2018 and she was born November 1. I was walking around at a Halloween party with my little boy having back pain and what I thought were Braxton Hicks. Apparently that was preterm labor lol. She was born 11/1 at 0359 am, tipping the scales at 4 pounds, 10 oz and 17 1/4”. She was transferred to children’s and spent a total of 10 days in the nicu. She’s now 18 months old, growing like a weed and completely perfect ❤️ Congratulations Mama!

I related to this video so much ! My baby boy was born October 28th , @4:35pm after being in labor for 52 hours . He was 7 weeks early aswell ! Because I also had preeclampsia and gestational diabetes , I’m glad she’s okay and I hope she continues have a healthy childhood !

We’re all so happy for you, and thanking God for taking care of all of you! Many of us were praying a lot!

Hypertension = high blood pressure. A lot of pregnant females will develop hypertension regardless of age or weight, its pretty common. Sometimes it is worse than other times. So glad they caught your condition before anything happened!

Congrats! I had my daughter at 33 weeks 3 days. I went into pre term labor she was 4lbs 11.5 oz! 💚 💜 my daughter has cerebral palsy and epilepsy do to being early , but nothing stops her she’s a warrior! You daughter will be a warrior and grow so fast!

Thank you so much for your vlog! I’m currently in the hospital at 31 wk 2 days and have to stay till week 34 for the exact same reason! You give me so much hope that my baby will be okay ❤️

Congratulations, Mama!! You & Eric were so collected in the face of such a scary time. Bless your little family!

I had my first baby girl at 32.5, they say my daughter broke my water at 12:30am, I had her normally just 12 hours later..we were in NICU for 16 days..but we didn’t have a crib, stroller, car seat either, I didn’t have a hospital bag ready..I was fixing it with contractions 2-3 minutes apart 😫 baby girl is healthy & super active

I delivered April 21st at 33 weeks and 2 days gestation to my beautiful little boy via cesarean, due to Preeclampsia. I pretty much had the exact experience. It was horrible and scary. I hated all the needles, and the magnesium sulfate. Watching this was was like watching myself. Now I am learning how to be a NICU mom. Hugs from somebody who knows.🤗

Congratulations guys! There's nothing better than parenthood! So happy to hear that mom and baby are doing well!

So much love to you Cara. What a shock after such a previously uneventful pregnancy! I hope you and your baby girl are doing well and you are recovering from the c-section xxxxxx

Wow! I was watching YT last night and it dawned on me that I hadn’t seen anything from you in a while I even thought to myself that maybe the baby came already. Congratulations on your baby girl! So glad you both are doing well, must of been very scary. I had an emergency c section with my first born, something I was not mentally prepared for.

So crazy that I stumbled upon this video. I was pregnant and due April 10th but had my baby boy at 32 weeks and 5 days on Feb 18 due to severe preeclampsia. He was in the NICU for 22 days. He was born at 3 pounds 4 ounces. Our stories are so similar. Wow. Hope all is well for you and the little bean!

just wanted to watch this again because quinn is 6 months old!! it's so crazy. she looks so tiny in this video, and now she's getting so big!! love you ❤️

Hi Cara! My name is Tarnie and I live in Australia! I found your vlogs and have been feeling so much comfort knowing that someone else has gone through this preemie journey! Our stories are scarily similar, I had our little boy Corbin at 33 weeks and two days and he was due in April but we had him on Valentine’s Day this year! I also had a doctors visit the day that I went into hospital and just kept thinking we don’t have anything ready yet! It’s been so lovely reliving this all through your eyes I can’t wait to continue the journey with you all 😭♥️ because Corbin is 6 months old I watched a lot of these videos of Quinn at the same age which is so lovely! I am now going back to the start of her journey earthside! Absolutely love your content and feel so excited to have so much to watch! Sending love and warm wishes from the other side of the world!

I just came upon your video somehow and wow I was due April 11th. And ended up having my baby February 28 due to the exact same thing. I’m so glad I saw this video. Thank you for sharing ❤️

You guys are a cute couple. God bless on your baby girl

Prayers for you! I’m 25 weeks and I got diagnosed with high blood pressure. I have test right now currently for preeclampsia. I’m so scared. I’m new mom as well.

Wow that's crazy! I'm due in 3 days (April 12 as well!) so I'm still waiting for baby to arrive! I can't imagine having a baby at 33 weeks, you are so strong! Wishing you all the best :)

Everything happens for a reason Cara. You’re so strong. ❤️ Thank God you’re healthy and your baby girl as well

Congrats to you on the birth of your beautiful baby girl and hope everything went well for you during the birth and God bless you and your beautiful baby girl and she is so adorable and you are going to be a great mom and spoil her. Love you, Matthew Carrubba from Oklahoma

So glad you and baby girl are doing well. Enjoy every moment. Out of curiosity, did you have any cervical issues. This can cause premature labor. My cervix went from 3.7 to 1.1 at week 20. Thankfully my baby was born healthy at week 34, with the help of strict bed rest and progesterone. Lots of love from NY

My son was born on January 11 2020. he was 8 weeks early and weighed 4.1lbs. He is now a chubby little sausage and so worth all the worry. So happy that your daughter is doing well :)

Thanks for sharing your story. This will help support other mothers going through the same. My son was born early at 30 weeks. I had no symptoms too but was diagnosed with preeclampsia/HELLP when one night my blood pressure went up to 200/120. Emergency c section was done the same day. Everything escalated so fast too. My son was in the Nicu for 6 weeks. It was a tough and challenging period but we are grateful to have him home now and he is doing well❤

awwh, congratulations!! perfect timing because your hair’s looking amazing lol🤪

New to your Channel.... Absolutely AMAZING the Calmness & strength you both showed during this scary time for You & Your Family.... HAPPY EASTER DAY.... GBY ALL 🙏❤💙💖🧸🤗✝️

I had preeclampsia with all three of my boys. I'm praying that since you are about six weeks post partum, you are feeling great. Lots of love! Congratulations!

Congratulations on your baby girl. Glad you both are ok. She looks precious. 💕🌸💞👶

I found your channel with this video and so glad I did. Now I'm watching all your old videos. Eleven years ago I had my baby at 30 weeks.

I just had my son on 4/9 and he was due 4/14. I’m so glad you and your baby made it out okay!! What a scary time for the both of you 😭😭

My middle daughter was born 7 weeks early as well due to ruptured membrane she is healthy and super full of energy. She is very petite for her age she is 10 and still can wear size 5/6 clothing congrats on your baby

Congratulations!!! So happy for you guys and I’m glad all THREE of you are healthy❤️❤️❤️

The medicine you got was magnesium sulfate and yes it makes you hot! I have a 6 year old daughter that was born at 27 weeks and 2 days...2 pounds 3 ounces 91 days in the NICU and a 4 year old son born at 27 weeks and 1 day ..2 pounds 8 ounces 76 days in NICU My goal was to make it to 34 weeks but it didn't happen but they are both completely healthy!

Yay! I’ve been looking forward to this video for so long! So happy for you guys & that everyone is healthy now. I follow you on Instagram and love seeing all your pics of sweet baby Quinn. She is so tiny & perfect! Can’t wait for the next video. Hope you are recovering well from your c section and resting when you can. I had one too when I had my preemie and it was a rough recovery because I didn’t rest enough, but that’s my own fault.😂 We are cheering for you guys from the sidelines and are proud of how strong you guys are through this whole crazy experience!❤️

I love your hair!! I'm so excited to follow you along your journey through parenthood!!

The fact that you went and they caught it in time is amazing! It’s scary now because I’m 35weeks and haven’t seen my Ob in three weeks just phone apt (due to Coronavirus) which is obviously not the same considering if ur apt was by phone they wouldn’t have noticed u had high blood pressure...ugh as if being pregnant with diabetes is not scary enough!

I was wondering why I hadnt heard from you lately!! You being in labor crossed my mind...but I was like no way, too soon! I am so thankful to hear everythings okay now! CONGRATS on your new little bundle of joy! She is adorable...I am beyond excited for you and your little family 💜 I cant wait to for you to share this next chapter in your life, momma 🥰🥰

I am so glad everything went okay! Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl 💗 can’t wait to hear the full birth story! ✨God bless you and your family 🙏🏻

congratulations!! so happy for your family 💗💗

She’s beautiful! your story is BEAUTIFUL. No matter how it happened ♡

You were so red when they found your hypertension at the doctor's office... It gives me anxiety. I am glad everything was ok 🥰

Continued wishes & blessings for your little one 💞

My baby was born 16 weeks early at 1 lbs 3oz . Sending prayers your way.

so thankful that your baby girl is doing well (I see little updates on Instagram). Crazy how life can change so quickly! You all continue to take care!

This happened to me!!! My daughter was supposed to be born the 2nd of March! I had her the 12th of February...i had high blood pressure..my doctor was concerned but she sent me home..like 3 times that happened..but I had symptoms..I didn’t feel normal...I had fireflies in my vision...my heart had HORRIBLE palpitations for months!! My last doctor appointment...I had A LOT of protein in my urine....they sent me home🤦🏻‍♀️ Told me to come back in two days...I did..and I had wayyyyyy to much protein in my urine along with a bad headache...the nurse checked me and I was 7cm dilated....I’m glad my baby decided to come before anything bad happened to both of us... If you’re not feeling right in any way shape or form and your doctors aren’t listening...find a new one!! I wish I did!!

Was she born on February 27th? That’s my birthday. Congrats & best wishes to you all!

Congratulations on the birth of Baby Cara

Justvfound this video in suggestions. Wow I'll be 33 weeks tomorrow and have already been dealing with high blood pressure. I'm sure mine is anxiety but definitely not ready to deliver yet. Congratulations, baby girl is adorable!!

The minute you said your blood pressure was high I was like op preeclampsia. Mine was the exact same way!! I wasn’t in pain or swollen I just had high blood pressure protein in my urine and back aches that I though were ligament pains. I was 36 weeks but was able to hold out until 39 weeks exactly.

I would have to agree with your mom, she does look like Eric. Your hair looks great btw. ❤ Much love Sweetie!