Mourning your old life is completely normal! When my first son was born, the first two weeks were filled with baby blues over the change. It comes with the territory. Once he’s here, you won’t be able to even imagine a life without him. It’s beautiful. ❤❤❤
Yea I was gonna say the same thing especially now that my baby is a toddler it changes so much more then I thought it would but in a good way. Kinda lmao
I am not pregnant and don’t plan to be for a long time but I feel like your fears of motherhood are exactly how I feel. Not enough people talk about how scary it is
I have an 8 year old son and what your feeling is super normal, I know I felt it. I had only 1 year clean when I got pregnant and I couldn't stop thinking about all the things I failed at or never finished (most of the time because of drugs) I told my mom I'll never get to do or be that person I wanted to become now. My mom told me that wasn't true but I didn't believe her. Now my son is 8 and I was just asked to write an article for a sewing magazine! And my antique Etsy business has taken off. Things will take longer than before and for lots of people in recovery we have the right now mentality. So just be patient. ❤
“He’s not gonna get to know me before I had him”.. my 4yo daughter has realised I had a life before her, and asks me so many questions about it. We look through all my old art, my school stuff, old jewellery and clothes and it’s become her absolute fave thing to do! Learning about old me. It’s precious
Having my first kid changed so much for me! I was 18 when i got pregnant with him, now im turning 27 this year. I had a really hard time for the first year after having him just dealing with postpartum and adjusting to this new version of myself. I spent so much time chasing the old me thinking i needed to get back to my old self and not let motherhood consume me. After that first year i realized this is the new me and a new chapter, i had to figure out who i was now vs before. It’s definitely one of the hardest parts of becoming a new parent! It fucks with your head! Your feelings are so valid and a lot of us..if not all, go through it! You will be an awesome mom & your life will change for the better, just takes time! Also, i don’t comment on these videos but while im at it I’d like to say i love your personality, i love the realness & i love watching you go through these changes!! Congratulations and best of luck with motherhood! 🩷
I'm not interested in having children, but seeing you get real and show the raw emotions that come with pregnancy is so refreshing and, as a woman, I appreciate it. Thank you for not glorifying the pregnancy journey, because I've heard more women say it's difficult than enjoyable
I think it honestly depends! I have 4 kids. My first pregnancy was pure bliss, little to no aches & pains. I had so much fun being pregnant & feeling the baby move… and loved watching my body grow. With my 3rd I had severe prenatal anxiety, intense morning sickness and then horrid reflux. So i don’t think women glorify it they just have a different experience.
This is your biggest production yet, Lizzy Gordon! And just one of many. All of your accomplishments matter more now. Because it’s everything that has made you who you are, everything your kid will know you as. It is proof that you have lived, will keep living; everything you’ve experienced, and will continue to experience. Approach this moment as a commercial you are creating for the world to see.
Just remember when he’s here that YOU MATTER ALSO! It took me two years to shake back and realize that yes I’m a mother but I’m also human! You’re going to be an amazing mother and he’s so blessed to have such a loving mother! Pregnancy is wild girl but rock that shit don’t let it rock you!! 🩵🩵🩵
I feel you girl... I've been constantly crying about the fact that my grandma won't get to meet my daughter and my little baby will never get to know the amazing woman my grandma was... I will for sure talk about her and make sure she knows how amazing she was but she won't get to grow up with her....
We're got pregnant the same exact month, and it's super refreshing to watch someone real, and not living this false perfect life. It makes me feel a lot less alone, thank you Lizze
Your Mum is beautiful Lizzie and I can see where you got your gorgeous features. I also love her can-do spirit when it comes to getting things done. We could use here inspiration in getting our bedroom makeover done!😂
100% the pregnancy girl! The physical, mental, emotional, hormonal shift is absolutely mind boggling, terrifying and beautiful all at the same time. I am a year post partum and even though things are still changing, it does get better. You are strong and you’ve got this! ❤
You should make a story book about all the people your baby boy did not get to meet and all about you and joe before the baby and read it to him, that is a great way to honor lost loved ones and let your baby know who you were before he was born.
I wish I could give you giant hug and reassure you. The pregnancy hormones are real man. Thank you for being so raw and honest. It took me right back to 2019 when I was pregnant with my daughter. I cried over the silliest things, but those silly things were huge to my pregnant self. I cried for months after I found out I was having a girl, just because I know how hard life can be for us women. Now she’s almost 5 and tough as nails but still sweetly emotional. Like Bob Marley says ‘every little thing is gonna be alright’! ❤️ Sending you lots of love. 🩵
Your Mom is a genius!!! The I don’t know pile is the most important one that I’ve been missing, because that’s how you get stuck and overwhelmed!!! Wow, seriously, thank you so much Mama Lizzie 🫶🥰❤️🔥
Having a child really does make you realize how short life is. BUT you will get used to that feeling and it will help you live in every precious moment! Tell the people in your life you love them every chance you can, including this precious baby ❤️
Honestly, I am always envious of people that have this type of sentimental attachment to things. I have an intense ‘throw away’ spirit, & it sometimes makes me feel a little broken that I can so easily part with things. Sending love mama! ♥️
Oh Lizzie, when you said that you your baby will never meet the YOU before him, that GOT ME. I am sobbing. Because it’s so true, we change so much in our motherhood journey, or at least I did and I am learning to love the woman I have become through it and I see parts of me and recognize parts of the old me before having a baby. But mourning your life before is so normal and no one talks about that or maybe people feel like we shouldn’t. Idk just a lot of what you said I resonate with. I have an almost 2yr old beautiful baby boy and it’s the most amazing journey I have been on! Motherhood is hard, it’s fun, it’s beautiful! And you are going to be the best mom ❤️😊🙏🏽
The shade of blue you picked for the nursery is my favorite as well! You picked so well! Your baby is so lucky to have such a wonderful mother who is so in touch with her own feelings
That was intense but so genuine and raw. Thank you so much for sharing with us! I like the light “blueish” color the best too! Icky is such a curious little man!
While you were talking about getting rid of your things, the phrase that stood out to me the most was when you mentioned "A room of accomplishments." I understand how challenging it can be to feel like you're losing your identity while pregnant and becoming a mom. However, I also believe that your most amazing accomplishment is going to be that little boy. Everything in that room represents the journey that led you to this moment of becoming a mother, and now those things can also be used to teach and inspire your son. You don't need to hold onto the physical items to recognize your achievements. Lizzy, you are an incredible person and a true inspiration. You've got this!
The biggest joy in my life is sharing the things from my childhood with my nephew. Teaching him how to play video games. Sharing the movies I grew up on. Seeing the person he's becoming. The first few years will be super scary. You will call the pediatrician for every sniffle, every time he falls while learning to walk or learning to ride a bike. You got this.
Thank you Lizzie for always being so unapologetically yourself and so authentic to everyone. We love you and appreciate you for it, always! Even with my 3 year old, sometimes I think how crazy it is that I’m a mother. It’s SO normal to feel all your feelings, even with all your pregnancy hormones. I think you already have the right mindset, that you’re not removing your “old” self to make room for the “new” you. When you meet your son, your heart will grow in places you didn’t think was possible and grow so big and full - far beyond anything you’ve ever felt. All this room is for you; past, present and future, and for your son as you both grow together in a new chapter as mother and son. And the best thing I think, is that you’re not losing yourself because that baby is a part, an extension, of you, baby girl. You are making that baby. He is you and will always be a part of you and you will be a part of him.
I'm nearly 3 years into being a mum and I still mourn my old self/life. But being a mum is the single most rewarding thing. Seeing the joy in a pure innocent little being. So cry as much as you want . Because whatever you are feeling.. its all valid ❤
You are so intuitive. It’s crazy. I never mourn my old life until my daughter was two years old and I looked around me and realized my whole life is different, but slowly it’s coming back. Thank you for sharing the side and being just so real with your emotions, Love you and this channel!
Thank you for expressing all the same things I was feeling when I was expecting my firsts (twins). It's so real and you'll get through it. You will be one of the best moms, not because you will be perfect, but because you are so genuine and deeply connected to how you're feeling.
Once you have your baby, none of that is going to matter anymore. Believe me! I remember crying everyday and being so depressed from multiple extremely horrible things that happened while I was pregnant to myself, my kids and family and once I held my little guy in my arms all that pain and worry melted away. I appreciate your honesty and not trying to act like everything is so perfect and happy constantly because that isn't real life and all these other influencers love putting on a show and making everyone else feel less than. So thank you
Heck I just wish we could collectively send you the biggest, warmest hug. 🫂 You're doing so great Lizzie, you're feelings are completely valid and we appreciate the genuine raw emotions within this journey. We absolutely adore you Liz, stay strong 🫶
Lizze I love you so much girl and I’m sending you the hugest hugs 🥰 Super proud of you for being so real and vulnerable. Going into a new chapter in life as exciting as it is there will be some sadness you are not crazy at all. I feel like so many new parents feel this way too and your video is going to help them feel seen ❤️
I've been struggling with mom guilt recently. I always tell myself that they don't stay little for long. I try to live in the moments but also try and allow myself to have like 30 min a day to do something for myself, which lately has been exercising, while my baby plays in his playpen. You will be a great mom, and everything will fall in to place in life to align with your little family!
Honestly thank you. Thank you for showing such a raw and real moment in your pregnancy. I am in talks with my husband about wanting to start a family in the near future and the change part scares me even though I’m not even pregnant yet. It’s so reassuring to know it’s such a normal thing to feel and work through. You are so strong and real and I couldn’t appreciate it more ♥️
Seeing you emotional is killlling me! I’m new to your channel but always watch you on Shane, Rylands, and The Sip and you’re so strong and so funny and I’ve never seen you so vulnerable! Got me crying too 🥹
I remember feeling what you're feeling before having my daughter. The fear of the unknown and so many changes seemed so overwhelming. Then it was amazing how natural things came to me and having a great support system around you will be very comforting. You got this! You're going to be an amazing mother.
Thanks for keeping it real Lizzie. As a mom of three i've had every one of those thoughts. Ive cried countless days about the people they won't meet and the memories that I have, who I used to be, all of it. Our parents must have been through it too. You're a tough mama, and once you lay eyes on your little one everything will fade and you will learn to deal with those feelings.
Girl, it’s so nice to be able to relate with other people. Everyone has something they’re going through and I can assure you pregnancy only enhances any feeling you might have. I’ve been watching Shane for years and found you through Shane‘s podcast. You’re hilarious and extremely genuine so don’t ever change. You’re gonna be a great mom!
Your feelings are absolutely valid Lizzie. I was a young mom at age 17 had my first daughter. I have five children total three biological two bonus. I worked as a medical assistant as they were growing up, literally at every choir concert, football games and football practices, basketball, softball volleyball and track with the younger two. My kids are my life. I think to myself the only thing I was ever good at was being a mom. As my youngest is set to graduate at the end of the month. I find myself thinking what the hell am I gonna do with my life now 😢 their ages now are 29, 28, 26,22 and 18 all doing amazing and are all successful. What more could a mom ask for ❤
Pregnancy hormones and feelings are so raw and real. 🫶🏼 believe me when I say, every single woman who has been pregnant can relate to your emotions. Valid and normal. 💕 you’re going to be a phenomenal mother, Lizze! 🫐🫐
OMG! Bless your Sweet and True Honesty! You are an amazing woman, and the fact that you are soooo open about what you are experiencing is Incredible. Bless you and your family to the Moon and back! Love you!!
I'm almost 27 weeks with my first child, and I turn 30 in 2 weeks. I'm so overjoyed with having a child and bringing her into this world but I am also absolutely terrified, and mourning the life my husband and I created with just the two of us. Thank you so much for your words and your transparency. ❤
You’re doing great Lizzie. How you feel is exactly how I feel. Going from your parents kid to someone’s parent hit hard. I feel this but your parents view of you won’t change. You will always be there daughter. That won’t ever change. You got this. You have so many fiends and family to lean on. You being vocal about this is helping future moms!
crying with you because what you are feeling is so valid & you are releasing what you had bottled up for so long and you my have not even known! so so proud of you showing this side of you and allowing us a glimpse of real-life feelings!!
My nesting didn't REALLY start till the end of pregnancy :D You got this!!! You really do. Find that motivation, I watch one ep of Hoarders and boom my whole house is clean haha
I’m sat here watching this crying; I’m not pregnant, I don’t even have a man lol! I think why the emotional part of this video struck a chord was because no one warns you about mourning your past life the older you get. I’m 37, my mum has been battling cancer since last year after being in remission for 10 years. I feel like I’ve become the parent in our relationship now and although being able to take care of your parents as they age/struggle with health is a blessing, I find myself mourning the loss of my old self and my old life before responsibilities took over all the time. Don’t know if that makes sense but that’s how it feels
Lizze, I’ve been watching you for years on The Sip and through Ryland’s content and I was so so so excited when you finally started vlogging and this video is exactly why; you’re honest. For the first time in my life I’m starting to want a child and that’s very conflicting for me because I’m excited but so scared for the same reasons you talked about. You’ve finally put it into words for me. Thanks for the vulnerable vlog, please know we appreciate it and we’re all rooting for you! ❤
Your feelings are so dang valid Lizzie. Chances are though, when you see his face for the first time, it all levels out. There will still be emotions but you have so much love and support to get through them. Also, maybe get some bins to organize your stages of life, rent a storage unit, and remove them from your current space until you feel ready to get through them? Thanks for taking us with you!
Beautiful, Raw and so valid. Your new little family will make new memories but it does not mean your old memories are invalidated. Every first time Mum goes through this. I was so ready for motherhood but about a month before I got into an awful panic. Would I be able to cope. Was I too selfish to be selfless. All the feels. I can tell you I cried before, during and after labour. I still can't listen to the music from 1991. I remember this and it happened over 30 years ago. You've got this.. I am in awe of your attitude and candid manner. I can't wait to meet this young man. ❤❤ BTW...the middle blue is giving a purple hue but love the lighter blue... so calming.
Awh Lizzy. The realization and bread down is such a milestone. I’m so proud of you. I love you! You are going to be such an amazing mother. This baby boy is so lucky.
Yes! I experienced all the same feelings. It feels so good to watch this video 😂 I legit felt crazy or guilty or wrong for feeling so overwhelmed. All of the change is SO freaking overwhelming. Feel what you feel. You are feeling everything exactly how you should be mama. Let yourself be emotional, and know that you’ll be angry or anxious or sad some days and happy the next. We love you so much!
This was so refreshing, Lizze! I just had my first baby 14 weeks ago, and I have thought/felt all of those same things throughout the last few months and leading up to having her. It’s extremely emotional and scary. I was definitely rocked by my emotions/anxiety postpartum, and I’ve only started to feel more like myself the last month or so because of how large of a shift we experience becoming moms. I thought postpartum anxiety would be more about my fear for the baby’s wellbeing, but most of it was actually around fears for MY wellbeing, like worrying that I’d never feel like myself again or that life wouldn’t ever feel “normal” again. I’ve settled into a new normal now, and I feel so much more hopeful about the future and what parenthood will be like as she continues to grow. It. Gets. Better. That’s so hard to believe when you’re in the thick of it all, but it’s 100% true. I’m so excited for you-it’s a wild ride! And just know it’s okay not to love all the parts of it. I definitely don’t, but the goofy smiles and coos make it all worth it at the end of the day. ❤️
Awwwww Lizzie...omg you made me tear up. I am a mom as well and omg love, I know what you are feeling! I still have moments like that. Change, even when its beautiful...it can be so hard. You are gonna be a beautiful mom, you already are. Sending you so much love and hugs through this screen. I got goosebumps hearing you talk because I just relate in so many ways!!! But just know, I don't know you personally, but you are loved by me. Your little family is loved by me and sooooo many others!!! I am excited for your journey!
It will be ok, I just had my baby 1 month ago and I can 💯% relate with how you’re feeling. Pregnancy is wild and now that I’m a mommy I still almost dare I say mourn the loss of my belly and my baby being so safe in my womb but you will get through this!! Praying for you and your precious family 🙏♥️
Oh Lizzie these are normal feelings of new stages of life, I’m watching while I’m watching my son (21) that has moved 4 provinces away to British Columbia till September to work for his school co op for linemen. So I’m crying too because my baby is on his own so farrrrr away. My daughter moved out 3 years ago (23) and I’m so lost as an empty nester. I’m grieving my every day mom duties that are not needed as much, your emotions will always evolve with all the new stages going through.
35 weeks pregnant and having a super super rough emotional day today and I just wanted to thank you, Lizze, for making me feel better with this vlog. I really needed to hear what you said in the last clip and I'm giving myself a big ole hug right now because this shit IS hard but it's easier knowing I'm not alone. Have always loved you and I appreciate you and who you are. 🫶🏻
Girl I lost my dad a year before I gave birth to my daughter. I still cry about how he will never meet her. It’s just pregnancy and grief! You’ll be the best mommy I promise! You’ll ALWAYS be your dad’s babygirl, just like your son will ALWAYS be your baby boy! When he’s grown up, you’ll still hug him, love him, support him the same! Moms are always moms, just like how your mom was trying so hard to help you clean! It’s what we do! You will always be their daughter! And you gave them a precious love of a grandchild which is even more special.
My vote was for the 3rd color too. As soon as you put the first line of that 3rd color down, I was in love with it. It’s going to be such a fun room. When I was leaving for the hospital to deliver my first baby, I sat in her room (1976… didn’t know my baby was a girl) in my rocking chair. I just looked at every piece and corner of the room. Knowing that the next time I came to that room, my baby would be here. I cried happy, excited tears. We went to the hospital around 8am. She was born at 2:14pm. I labored for quite a lot at home too. I’m 66 right now. My daughter will be 48 in November. Those years flew by. (1 more daughter and 1 son followed).♥️♥️♥️
your feelings are so valid. i lost my mother at 17 in 2021 and one of the first thoughts i had was she’s never gonna meet my kids and my kids are never gonna meet her. it’s such a devastating feeling to have. your feelings highlight a lot of the feelings of pregnancy and motherhood. it shows how deeply we feel for our children but also those around us. it’s such a beautiful but confusing experience. i try to think my kids are going to meet my mother or the people i’ve lost because they have made me who i am and without them i wouldn’t be me. it still a hard concept to come to terms with. just know there are people who feel EXACTLY how you feel and you are not alone in this. you speaking about this is so brave and im so proud of you for opening up and being so vulnerable with us 🩷
Keep your head up I have a feeling you’ll navigate this new journey with grace and love. Just seeing how much you love your spouse,dog and friends I know you’ll be the best mother 💕
Everything you just described proves you. are. READY. I promise. You won’t know the clarity of it until he’s here, but you will know it one day. You got this ❤
I absolutely adored seeing this vulnerable, real, raw side of you. 🫶🏼 It was so very relatable. Also, I think it’s very normal to mourn what was. It’s a huge change. Just trust what is coming is amazing and worth it. The version of who you are about to become will make you proud and you’ll wonder why you weren’t her earlier. You’re doing amazing! 💙
You are so real ❤ as a mom of 2 I felt all of these emotions before my first. Then all over again with my second because I was worried I wouldn’t love her as much as my first. It’s crazy how many emotions you feel. It’s a huge life change. But you’re doing amazing and expressing them is very healing. And helpful to all of us watching ❤❤
Seeing you be vulnerable ❤❤❤❤ you’re going to be an amazing mother and I felt what you’re saying about the change from being someone’s daughter to being someone’s mother. But I truly think once you have ur son, you will just find a new upgrade to your life and with Ryland having boys too it’s just going to connect you two as friends even more. Sending lots of love ❤
I’m glad you talk about the visions. Because I am not even pregnant but I swear I can feel the spirit of a daughter. I can see her purple energy and her character and I fully believe it to be true. I think women and spirit is intuitive in that way. There is a cosmic connection.
When my ex and I wanted children, i'd have the most vivid visions of the little girl we were going to have together. I'd be able to close my eyes and see her smiling at me,running towards me and could feel her spirit with me. When he told me he didn't want kids anymore, the day after I cracked open two eggs and both of them, had formed baby chicks in them. It was the most devastating and gut wrenching thing to see and feel in that moment. That's NEVER happened to me in my life. I buried them and that night,I had a dream saying goodbye to a little girl and boy. I really do believe their little spirits can visit us before they're even here 100%. I'll never forget that little girl though and how real she felt to me
You’re such a genuine human being. I think you are absolutely great. I know how you feel and what you mean about saying goodbye to the life before motherhood. It’s a hard thing to process. But try and remember like you said youre building onto yourself not giving yourself away. You are very smart and everything will be okay. ❤ I can tell youre going to be such a good momma. Hang in there lovely.
Awe honey, you are absolutely not crazy. As a mother of 3, I feel your fear of the unknown. You are going to be an incredible mother and you’ll have plenty of time to keep doing the things the old Lizze loved. If you don’t want to get rid of anything-keep it! There’s always a place for it! Don’t change anything-that little baby boy will respect and love you no matter what! I love you girl.❤
Hearing you cry made my dog very concerned. She said wanted to comfort you and kept looking back and forth at me and the TV 😢 here crying with you because I know these feelings must be SO big and although I’m not a mother I can imagine how overwhelmingly joyful yet scary this must all feel. I’m so excited for your life to evolve into its next form and you’re going to be the BEST Momma. I just know it! Sending you such much love and hugs!! ❤❤❤
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Mourning your old life is completely normal! When my first son was born, the first two weeks were filled with baby blues over the change. It comes with the territory. Once he’s here, you won’t be able to even imagine a life without him. It’s beautiful. ❤❤❤
I still mourn my old life and my son is almost 3
I still mourn my old self sometimes and my kids are 10&8 however I love my mom life 🩷🩷🩷🩷
So beautiful it’s sick, you got this mom🩵
Yep. Still mourning mine 😂 it’s been 12 years. Mainly my old body 😢
Yea I was gonna say the same thing especially now that my baby is a toddler it changes so much more then I thought it would but in a good way. Kinda lmao
I am not pregnant and don’t plan to be for a long time but I feel like your fears of motherhood are exactly how I feel. Not enough people talk about how scary it is
Can’t stop crying man. I knew when u got pregnant you were gunna keep it so real on your channel …
I have an 8 year old son and what your feeling is super normal, I know I felt it. I had only 1 year clean when I got pregnant and I couldn't stop thinking about all the things I failed at or never finished (most of the time because of drugs) I told my mom I'll never get to do or be that person I wanted to become now. My mom told me that wasn't true but I didn't believe her.
Now my son is 8 and I was just asked to write an article for a sewing magazine! And my antique Etsy business has taken off.
Things will take longer than before and for lots of people in recovery we have the right now mentality. So just be patient. ❤
Thanks so much for sharing this, I love your story
Great job. I haven’t succeeded at much with work trying to get my yard and house fixed. It’s so much work. Hey I’m still alive and healing. ❤️🩹
Congratulations on your sobriety! Being a substance abuse therapist/counselor I love sharing stories of encouragement with my patients
Grieving your old life while still being excited about a new journey is so hard. Give yourself grace. Grieve however you need!
“He’s not gonna get to know me before I had him”.. my 4yo daughter has realised I had a life before her, and asks me so many questions about it. We look through all my old art, my school stuff, old jewellery and clothes and it’s become her absolute fave thing to do! Learning about old me. It’s precious
Your mom is absolutely precious lmao
Having my first kid changed so much for me! I was 18 when i got pregnant with him, now im turning 27 this year. I had a really hard time for the first year after having him just dealing with postpartum and adjusting to this new version of myself. I spent so much time chasing the old me thinking i needed to get back to my old self and not let motherhood consume me. After that first year i realized this is the new me and a new chapter, i had to figure out who i was now vs before. It’s definitely one of the hardest parts of becoming a new parent! It fucks with your head! Your feelings are so valid and a lot of us..if not all, go through it! You will be an awesome mom & your life will change for the better, just takes time!
Also, i don’t comment on these videos but while im at it I’d like to say i love your personality, i love the realness & i love watching you go through these changes!! Congratulations and best of luck with motherhood! 🩷
Thank you so much for sharing this with me ❤ it really helps hearing everyone’s story. I’m so glad you took the time to comment
I'm not interested in having children, but seeing you get real and show the raw emotions that come with pregnancy is so refreshing and, as a woman, I appreciate it. Thank you for not glorifying the pregnancy journey, because I've heard more women say it's difficult than enjoyable
I think it honestly depends! I have 4 kids. My first pregnancy was pure bliss, little to no aches & pains. I had so much fun being pregnant & feeling the baby move… and loved watching my body grow. With my 3rd I had severe prenatal anxiety, intense morning sickness and then horrid reflux. So i don’t think women glorify it they just have a different experience.
This is your biggest production yet, Lizzy Gordon! And just one of many. All of your accomplishments matter more now. Because it’s everything that has made you who you are, everything your kid will know you as. It is proof that you have lived, will keep living; everything you’ve experienced, and will continue to experience. Approach this moment as a commercial you are creating for the world to see.
NOT ME CRYING AT HOW BEAUTIFULLY HEARTFELT THIS IS!!!!! THE FIRST LINE HAD ME IN TEARS!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ like IM Lizze! I LOVE this little community 🥲🥹
Just remember when he’s here that YOU MATTER ALSO! It took me two years to shake back and realize that yes I’m a mother but I’m also human! You’re going to be an amazing mother and he’s so blessed to have such a loving mother! Pregnancy is wild girl but rock that shit don’t let it rock you!! 🩵🩵🩵
I feel you girl... I've been constantly crying about the fact that my grandma won't get to meet my daughter and my little baby will never get to know the amazing woman my grandma was... I will for sure talk about her and make sure she knows how amazing she was but she won't get to grow up with her....
You don’t sound crazy you sound genuine. Thank you for sharing.
We're got pregnant the same exact month, and it's super refreshing to watch someone real, and not living this false perfect life. It makes me feel a lot less alone, thank you Lizze
Your Mum is beautiful Lizzie and I can see where you got your gorgeous features. I also love her can-do spirit when it comes to getting things done. We could use here inspiration in getting our bedroom makeover done!😂
100% the pregnancy girl! The physical, mental, emotional, hormonal shift is absolutely mind boggling, terrifying and beautiful all at the same time. I am a year post partum and even though things are still changing, it does get better. You are strong and you’ve got this! ❤
You should make a story book about all the people your baby boy did not get to meet and all about you and joe before the baby and read it to him, that is a great way to honor lost loved ones and let your baby know who you were before he was born.
I wish I could give you giant hug and reassure you. The pregnancy hormones are real man. Thank you for being so raw and honest. It took me right back to 2019 when I was pregnant with my daughter. I cried over the silliest things, but those silly things were huge to my pregnant self. I cried for months after I found out I was having a girl, just because I know how hard life can be for us women. Now she’s almost 5 and tough as nails but still sweetly emotional. Like Bob Marley says ‘every little thing is gonna be alright’! ❤️ Sending you lots of love. 🩵
Your Mom is a genius!!! The I don’t know pile is the most important one that I’ve been missing, because that’s how you get stuck and overwhelmed!!! Wow, seriously, thank you so much Mama Lizzie 🫶🥰❤️🔥
The sit down you had in the nursery is so relatable not that I’ve been pregnant, but I feel like I would go through this
Having a child really does make you realize how short life is. BUT you will get used to that feeling and it will help you live in every precious moment! Tell the people in your life you love them every chance you can, including this precious baby ❤️
Honestly, I am always envious of people that have this type of sentimental attachment to things. I have an intense ‘throw away’ spirit, & it sometimes makes me feel a little broken that I can so easily part with things.
Sending love mama! ♥️
By far, my most favourite Lizze vlog!
The self awareness and relatability makes this top shelf quality.
Look at you getting rid of old ‘accomplishments’ in that room only to bring in your best one yet 💖✨
Also girl how many hair clips do you have in 😂
Oh Lizzie, when you said that you your baby will never meet the YOU before him, that GOT ME. I am sobbing. Because it’s so true, we change so much in our motherhood journey, or at least I did and I am learning to love the woman I have become through it and I see parts of me and recognize parts of the old me before having a baby. But mourning your life before is so normal and no one talks about that or maybe people feel like we shouldn’t. Idk just a lot of what you said I resonate with. I have an almost 2yr old beautiful baby boy and it’s the most amazing journey I have been on! Motherhood is hard, it’s fun, it’s beautiful! And you are going to be the best mom ❤️😊🙏🏽
The shade of blue you picked for the nursery is my favorite as well! You picked so well! Your baby is so lucky to have such a wonderful mother who is so in touch with her own feelings
That was intense but so genuine and raw. Thank you so much for sharing with us! I like the light “blueish” color the best too! Icky is such a curious little man!
While you were talking about getting rid of your things, the phrase that stood out to me the most was when you mentioned "A room of accomplishments." I understand how challenging it can be to feel like you're losing your identity while pregnant and becoming a mom. However, I also believe that your most amazing accomplishment is going to be that little boy. Everything in that room represents the journey that led you to this moment of becoming a mother, and now those things can also be used to teach and inspire your son. You don't need to hold onto the physical items to recognize your achievements. Lizzy, you are an incredible person and a true inspiration. You've got this!
The biggest joy in my life is sharing the things from my childhood with my nephew. Teaching him how to play video games. Sharing the movies I grew up on. Seeing the person he's becoming. The first few years will be super scary. You will call the pediatrician for every sniffle, every time he falls while learning to walk or learning to ride a bike. You got this.
Thank you Lizzie for always being so unapologetically yourself and so authentic to everyone. We love you and appreciate you for it, always!
Even with my 3 year old, sometimes I think how crazy it is that I’m a mother. It’s SO normal to feel all your feelings, even with all your pregnancy hormones. I think you already have the right mindset, that you’re not removing your “old” self to make room for the “new” you. When you meet your son, your heart will grow in places you didn’t think was possible and grow so big and full - far beyond anything you’ve ever felt. All this room is for you; past, present and future, and for your son as you both grow together in a new chapter as mother and son.
And the best thing I think, is that you’re not losing yourself because that baby is a part, an extension, of you, baby girl. You are making that baby. He is you and will always be a part of you and you will be a part of him.
I'm nearly 3 years into being a mum and I still mourn my old self/life. But being a mum is the single most rewarding thing. Seeing the joy in a pure innocent little being. So cry as much as you want . Because whatever you are feeling.. its all valid ❤
I appreciate you being so vulnerable and real!!! Makes people going through the same thing feel they’re not alone
Girl, your crying had me crying! ❤ You can't be doing this to me! We love you, Lizze!
Thank you, Lizze for sharing this. Thank you for allowing all of us to be as tall as you are. Much love to you lady.
Thank you for being so vulnerable and real. I'm so happy for you. Thank you for speaking on experiencing joy but still feeling the pain of loss. ❤
I like this Lizze....none of that weird voice and such agitation she has on the Ryland vlog......this calm , real...is refreshing...normal sounding...
I completely agree, I prefer this Lizzie to the chaos in Ryland s vlogs....
You are so intuitive. It’s crazy. I never mourn my old life until my daughter was two years old and I looked around me and realized my whole life is different, but slowly it’s coming back. Thank you for sharing the side and being just so real with your emotions, Love you and this channel!
It's ok to feel how you feel. Let it out, girl. We love you. ❤ sending you lots of love and hugs. ❤❤
I needed to hear what you said in the last part of the video ❤ thank you.
And you're so strong, keepa pushin girl!
Love your mom asking for a gift. Made me feel like I was listening to you and Ryland on the pod.
Thank you for expressing all the same things I was feeling when I was expecting my firsts (twins). It's so real and you'll get through it. You will be one of the best moms, not because you will be perfect, but because you are so genuine and deeply connected to how you're feeling.
Once you have your baby, none of that is going to matter anymore. Believe me! I remember crying everyday and being so depressed from multiple extremely horrible things that happened while I was pregnant to myself, my kids and family and once I held my little guy in my arms all that pain and worry melted away. I appreciate your honesty and not trying to act like everything is so perfect and happy constantly because that isn't real life and all these other influencers love putting on a show and making everyone else feel less than. So thank you
Heck I just wish we could collectively send you the biggest, warmest hug. 🫂 You're doing so great Lizzie, you're feelings are completely valid and we appreciate the genuine raw emotions within this journey. We absolutely adore you Liz, stay strong 🫶
Girl I love you so damn much. Big huge hugs. Stay strong and keep pushing
Lizze I love you so much girl and I’m sending you the hugest hugs 🥰 Super proud of you for being so real and vulnerable. Going into a new chapter in life as exciting as it is there will be some sadness you are not crazy at all. I feel like so many new parents feel this way too and your video is going to help them feel seen ❤️
I've been struggling with mom guilt recently. I always tell myself that they don't stay little for long. I try to live in the moments but also try and allow myself to have like 30 min a day to do something for myself, which lately has been exercising, while my baby plays in his playpen.
You will be a great mom, and everything will fall in to place in life to align with your little family!
Honestly thank you. Thank you for showing such a raw and real moment in your pregnancy. I am in talks with my husband about wanting to start a family in the near future and the change part scares me even though I’m not even pregnant yet. It’s so reassuring to know it’s such a normal thing to feel and work through. You are so strong and real and I couldn’t appreciate it more ♥️
Seeing you emotional is killlling me! I’m new to your channel but always watch you on Shane, Rylands, and The Sip and you’re so strong and so funny and I’ve never seen you so vulnerable! Got me crying too 🥹
I remember feeling what you're feeling before having my daughter. The fear of the unknown and so many changes seemed so overwhelming. Then it was amazing how natural things came to me and having a great support system around you will be very comforting. You got this! You're going to be an amazing mother.
The third is my ultimate. I normally hate blues unless navy, because it reminds me of a hospital. But that third color is gorgeous
Lizze you are doing a GREAT job! I know it feels overwhelming now, but its so so worth it. Sending you love and positivity!
Thanks for keeping it real Lizzie. As a mom of three i've had every one of those thoughts. Ive cried countless days about the people they won't meet and the memories that I have, who I used to be, all of it. Our parents must have been through it too. You're a tough mama, and once you lay eyes on your little one everything will fade and you will learn to deal with those feelings.
Oh my goodness Lizze❤ I love your honesty with how you are feeling. All you are feeling is completely normal and relatable. Hugs to you mama ❤
Girl, it’s so nice to be able to relate with other people. Everyone has something they’re going through and I can assure you pregnancy only enhances any feeling you might have. I’ve been watching Shane for years and found you through Shane‘s podcast. You’re hilarious and extremely genuine so don’t ever change. You’re gonna be a great mom!
I loved that blue color you liked as well 🥰 you’re right about all the points you made 🤍
Your feelings are absolutely valid Lizzie. I was a young mom at age 17 had my first daughter. I have five children total three biological two bonus. I worked as a medical assistant as they were growing up, literally at every choir concert, football games and football practices, basketball, softball volleyball and track with the younger two. My kids are my life. I think to myself the only thing I was ever good at was being a mom. As my youngest is set to graduate at the end of the month. I find myself thinking what the hell am I gonna do with my life now 😢 their ages now are 29, 28, 26,22 and 18 all doing amazing and are all successful. What more could a mom ask for ❤
Pregnancy hormones and feelings are so raw and real. 🫶🏼 believe me when I say, every single woman who has been pregnant can relate to your emotions. Valid and normal. 💕 you’re going to be a phenomenal mother, Lizze! 🫐🫐
OMG! Bless your Sweet and True Honesty! You are an amazing woman, and the fact that you are soooo open about what you are experiencing is Incredible. Bless you and your family to the Moon and back! Love you!!
I love her mom!! She’s the most joyful genuine soul I’ve ever did seen 🥹
ICKY "I NEEDS THIS TRASH...." Also you got this boo. You are going to be a great mother. You already are a great dog momma!
I'm almost 27 weeks with my first child, and I turn 30 in 2 weeks. I'm so overjoyed with having a child and bringing her into this world but I am also absolutely terrified, and mourning the life my husband and I created with just the two of us. Thank you so much for your words and your transparency. ❤
You’re doing great Lizzie. How you feel is exactly how I feel. Going from your parents kid to someone’s parent hit hard. I feel this but your parents view of you won’t change. You will always be there daughter. That won’t ever change. You got this. You have so many fiends and family to lean on. You being vocal about this is helping future moms!
Thank you for being so real! I love your honesty.
crying with you because what you are feeling is so valid & you are releasing what you had bottled up for so long and you my have not even known! so so proud of you showing this side of you and allowing us a glimpse of real-life feelings!!
My nesting didn't REALLY start till the end of pregnancy :D You got this!!! You really do. Find that motivation,
I watch one ep of Hoarders and boom my whole house is clean haha
I’ve been feeling the same way! Thanks for normalizing it I feel no one talks about these feelings and then you feel bad feeling them
Lizze !!! Your momma is absolutely GORGEOUS, I adore her ! 💖💖
I’m sat here watching this crying; I’m not pregnant, I don’t even have a man lol! I think why the emotional part of this video struck a chord was because no one warns you about mourning your past life the older you get. I’m 37, my mum has been battling cancer since last year after being in remission for 10 years. I feel like I’ve become the parent in our relationship now and although being able to take care of your parents as they age/struggle with health is a blessing, I find myself mourning the loss of my old self and my old life before responsibilities took over all the time. Don’t know if that makes sense but that’s how it feels
Lizze, I’ve been watching you for years on The Sip and through Ryland’s content and I was so so so excited when you finally started vlogging and this video is exactly why; you’re honest. For the first time in my life I’m starting to want a child and that’s very conflicting for me because I’m excited but so scared for the same reasons you talked about. You’ve finally put it into words for me. Thanks for the vulnerable vlog, please know we appreciate it and we’re all rooting for you! ❤
Your feelings are so dang valid Lizzie. Chances are though, when you see his face for the first time, it all levels out. There will still be emotions but you have so much love and support to get through them. Also, maybe get some bins to organize your stages of life, rent a storage unit, and remove them from your current space until you feel ready to get through them? Thanks for taking us with you!
Beautiful, Raw and so valid. Your new little family will make new memories but it does not mean your old memories are invalidated. Every first time Mum goes through this. I was so ready for motherhood but about a month before I got into an awful panic. Would I be able to cope. Was I too selfish to be selfless. All the feels. I can tell you I cried before, during and after labour. I still can't listen to the music from 1991. I remember this and it happened over 30 years ago. You've got this.. I am in awe of your attitude and candid manner. I can't wait to meet this young man. ❤❤ BTW...the middle blue is giving a purple hue but love the lighter blue... so calming.
I adore that we got to see her mood swings in full motion in this whole video and I love it,shows a true side to being Preggo lol
There with you Mama! You got this. I’ve been a momma for over 30 years and it does get better. Promise ✨💗
"I've seen worst" and your mom breaking it down so fast to make it easier is just the showings of a legendddddddddd mama
Awh Lizzy. The realization and bread down is such a milestone. I’m so proud of you. I love you! You are going to be such an amazing mother. This baby boy is so lucky.
Lovely to see you back and SMASHING it!! Change is soooo scary .. thank you for sharing. Can’t wait to see the nursery !! Have a great week xxx
Yes! I experienced all the same feelings. It feels so good to watch this video 😂 I legit felt crazy or guilty or wrong for feeling so overwhelmed. All of the change is SO freaking overwhelming. Feel what you feel. You are feeling everything exactly how you should be mama. Let yourself be emotional, and know that you’ll be angry or anxious or sad some days and happy the next. We love you so much!
This was so refreshing, Lizze! I just had my first baby 14 weeks ago, and I have thought/felt all of those same things throughout the last few months and leading up to having her. It’s extremely emotional and scary. I was definitely rocked by my emotions/anxiety postpartum, and I’ve only started to feel more like myself the last month or so because of how large of a shift we experience becoming moms. I thought postpartum anxiety would be more about my fear for the baby’s wellbeing, but most of it was actually around fears for MY wellbeing, like worrying that I’d never feel like myself again or that life wouldn’t ever feel “normal” again. I’ve settled into a new normal now, and I feel so much more hopeful about the future and what parenthood will be like as she continues to grow. It. Gets. Better. That’s so hard to believe when you’re in the thick of it all, but it’s 100% true. I’m so excited for you-it’s a wild ride! And just know it’s okay not to love all the parts of it. I definitely don’t, but the goofy smiles and coos make it all worth it at the end of the day. ❤️
❤ U LIZZE! YOU'VE INSPIRED ME AND HELPED ME A LOT THROUGHOUT THE PAST 2 YEARS WITH UR WORDS OF WISDOM AND CRAZY STORIES❤❤❤
Awwwww Lizzie...omg you made me tear up. I am a mom as well and omg love, I know what you are feeling! I still have moments like that. Change, even when its beautiful...it can be so hard. You are gonna be a beautiful mom, you already are. Sending you so much love and hugs through this screen. I got goosebumps hearing you talk because I just relate in so many ways!!! But just know, I don't know you personally, but you are loved by me. Your little family is loved by me and sooooo many others!!! I am excited for your journey!
It will be ok, I just had my baby 1 month ago and I can 💯% relate with how you’re feeling. Pregnancy is wild and now that I’m a mommy I still almost dare I say mourn the loss of my belly and my baby being so safe in my womb but you will get through this!! Praying for you and your precious family 🙏♥️
Oh Lizzie these are normal feelings of new stages of life, I’m watching while I’m watching my son (21) that has moved 4 provinces away to British Columbia till September to work for his school co op for linemen. So I’m crying too because my baby is on his own so farrrrr away. My daughter moved out 3 years ago (23) and I’m so lost as an empty nester. I’m grieving my every day mom duties that are not needed as much, your emotions will always evolve with all the new stages going through.
I understand leelee!! My son is 23 and works 2 hours away. I grieved so bad when he moved out, I still miss him and wish I could relive it all!!
We’re all here for you! Change happens. It’s okay to cry and reflect on things. Thank you for always being real. You will get through this!
I’m going through the exact same thing now! Like I’m so happy but the changes are so overwhelming! You don’t sound crazy at all, it’s so relatable!
35 weeks pregnant and having a super super rough emotional day today and I just wanted to thank you, Lizze, for making me feel better with this vlog. I really needed to hear what you said in the last clip and I'm giving myself a big ole hug right now because this shit IS hard but it's easier knowing I'm not alone. Have always loved you and I appreciate you and who you are. 🫶🏻
Girl I lost my dad a year before I gave birth to my daughter. I still cry about how he will never meet her. It’s just pregnancy and grief! You’ll be the best mommy I promise! You’ll ALWAYS be your dad’s babygirl, just like your son will ALWAYS be your baby boy! When he’s grown up, you’ll still hug him, love him, support him the same! Moms are always moms, just like how your mom was trying so hard to help you clean! It’s what we do! You will always be their daughter! And you gave them a precious love of a grandchild which is even more special.
My vote was for the 3rd color too. As soon as you put the first line of that 3rd color down, I was in love with it. It’s going to be such a fun room.
When I was leaving for the hospital to deliver my first baby, I sat in her room (1976… didn’t know my baby was a girl) in my rocking chair. I just looked at every piece and corner of the room. Knowing that the next time I came to that room, my baby would be here. I cried happy, excited tears. We went to the hospital around 8am. She was born at 2:14pm. I labored for quite a lot at home too. I’m 66 right now. My daughter will be 48 in November. Those years flew by. (1 more daughter and 1 son followed).♥️♥️♥️
your feelings are so valid. i lost my mother at 17 in 2021 and one of the first thoughts i had was she’s never gonna meet my kids and my kids are never gonna meet her. it’s such a devastating feeling to have. your feelings highlight a lot of the feelings of pregnancy and motherhood. it shows how deeply we feel for our children but also those around us. it’s such a beautiful but confusing experience. i try to think my kids are going to meet my mother or the people i’ve lost because they have made me who i am and without them i wouldn’t be me. it still a hard concept to come to terms with. just know there are people who feel EXACTLY how you feel and you are not alone in this. you speaking about this is so brave and im so proud of you for opening up and being so vulnerable with us 🩷
You are going to be such a good mama ❤ I can't wait your emotions are all valid and thank you for being so open about it !
Lizze, you are so inspiring to me. Thank you for sharing such deep emotions and for being so you. People like me need this🙏
Keep your head up I have a feeling you’ll navigate this new journey with grace and love. Just seeing how much you love your spouse,dog and friends I know you’ll be the best mother 💕
Everything you just described proves you. are. READY. I promise. You won’t know the clarity of it until he’s here, but you will know it one day. You got this ❤
I absolutely adored seeing this vulnerable, real, raw side of you. 🫶🏼 It was so very relatable. Also, I think it’s very normal to mourn what was. It’s a huge change. Just trust what is coming is amazing and worth it. The version of who you are about to become will make you proud and you’ll wonder why you weren’t her earlier. You’re doing amazing! 💙
You are so real ❤ as a mom of 2 I felt all of these emotions before my first. Then all over again with my second because I was worried I wouldn’t love her as much as my first. It’s crazy how many emotions you feel. It’s a huge life change. But you’re doing amazing and expressing them is very healing. And helpful to all of us watching ❤❤
Virtual hug 😭😭 I'm not crying, you're crying. Thank you for opening up and sharing. It's beautiful and vulnerable and sad and true and valid. 🫶
Seeing you be vulnerable ❤❤❤❤ you’re going to be an amazing mother and I felt what you’re saying about the change from being someone’s daughter to being someone’s mother. But I truly think once you have ur son, you will just find a new upgrade to your life and with Ryland having boys too it’s just going to connect you two as friends even more. Sending lots of love ❤
I’m glad you talk about the visions. Because I am not even pregnant but I swear I can feel the spirit of a daughter. I can see her purple energy and her character and I fully believe it to be true. I think women and spirit is intuitive in that way. There is a cosmic connection.
When my ex and I wanted children, i'd have the most vivid visions of the little girl we were going to have together. I'd be able to close my eyes and see her smiling at me,running towards me and could feel her spirit with me. When he told me he didn't want kids anymore, the day after I cracked open two eggs and both of them, had formed baby chicks in them. It was the most devastating and gut wrenching thing to see and feel in that moment. That's NEVER happened to me in my life. I buried them and that night,I had a dream saying goodbye to a little girl and boy. I really do believe their little spirits can visit us before they're even here 100%. I'll never forget that little girl though and how real she felt to me
You’re such a genuine human being. I think you are absolutely great. I know how you feel and what you mean about saying goodbye to the life before motherhood. It’s a hard thing to process. But try and remember like you said youre building onto yourself not giving yourself away. You are very smart and everything will be okay. ❤ I can tell youre going to be such a good momma. Hang in there lovely.
Awe honey, you are absolutely not crazy. As a mother of 3, I feel your fear of the unknown. You are going to be an incredible mother and you’ll have plenty of time to keep doing the things the old Lizze loved. If you don’t want to get rid of anything-keep it! There’s always a place for it! Don’t change anything-that little baby boy will respect and love you no matter what! I love you girl.❤
Hearing you cry made my dog very concerned. She said wanted to comfort you and kept looking back and forth at me and the TV 😢 here crying with you because I know these feelings must be SO big and although I’m not a mother I can imagine how overwhelmingly joyful yet scary this must all feel. I’m so excited for your life to evolve into its next form and you’re going to be the BEST Momma. I just know it! Sending you such much love and hugs!! ❤❤❤