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It was really hard to show it! I was like "AAAHH! I look so terrible, and seriously why am I crying." Our reactions are so strange when we're in shock!"
@@MeganFoxUnlocked I can imagine that it was hard, but it really was great. It's an emotional, exciting, and sometimes heartbreaking topic. You are allowed to feel all the emotions! I cried along with you a little bit.
Someone from our church told their daughter. “Just like we plant seeds in the garden and the plant grows, daddy planted a seed in me and now a baby is growing” so innocent and you’re not lying. And she understood it so well ❤️ blessing on you all!
My 4 yr old pestered me to death about how the baby would get out of my belly... I always just said we’d go to the doctor and get it out, but one day he empathetically told me “mom, it’s gonna hurt really bad when the baby comes out of your mouth”... 🤣
That’s how I explained to my 3.5 year old daughter also, lol that daddy has the seed, mommy has the pot for the seed, and God makes it grow. Lol simple for her to understand because her grandpa is an avid gardener😊👌🌸🌺🌷
I remember I was at a store once and a little girl asked her mom how a baby got in a pregnant woman's belly. She told her little girl that God put the baby there. That has been my go-to answer every since when little ones ask me. I like that it's true.... just not the full story hahahahaha!
I totally cried when you said “don’t let anybody ever tell you it’s not just as exciting for your third” 😭❤️ Yes! This was how my third was. Just pure joy!
I've watched for years. This was extremely raw. And something so many woman can relate to. Seeing a negative test after negative test, no matter the length of time, is awful. This was extremely vulnerable of you and I'm in bed with my one month old crying right along with you 😂 wishing I could just give that girl trying a hug! Praying for you on this pregnancy journey! ❤
I watched for years & she’s in a neighboring city 😂🤷🏼♀️ Just pray for a happy healthy pregnancy & delivery! I love the rawness also, it seems monthly that I’m crying & screaming into a towel 🤦🏼♀️
Me and my husband lost our first baby, then three years later the Lord sent us our daughter! We have currently been trying for 7 years for a second baby...... to this day when I start my cycle there’s a little “knife to heart” feeling. But God is good and we pray if it be His will, he send another baby to us! Congratulations on your pregnancy!!!! 🥳🥳
@Stephanie Odom praying for that miracle for you. I've been blessed abundantly but have had a lot of early on losses and disappointments as well. I feel so sad when I hear stories like yours, but so proud of your strength as well! I hope and pray you get another sweet little soul soon. You sound like a wonderful mother.
I didn't get pregnant with my first untill after I accepted that I would never have children. I was 35! Now I'm 39 and pregnant with my second! It's just so unpredictable and the only thing that I feel helped me get pregnant was living a happy life concentrating on the blessings I have in life.
Aww, it was so sweet to see your daughter react to the news and her questions... adorable! I laughed out loud when she asked how the baby came to you and then you looked to the side and asked Josh, hahaha! Wishing you a wonderful, healthy pregnancy!
I always wanted to crochet. I joined the ladies crochet group at my church. They taught me how to crochet and I am now about 9 years into crocheting. I make so many things for family and friends. I now know so many ladies at church because I was interested in learning something new. That’s a great way to learn new people at church.
9:18 I think the very best way to get to know other ladies on a more closer level is to be in each other's homes. People are just more comfortable in their own space and therefore are able to open up more. And then as the visitor you can look around at their home and see what they're interested in or chat about where photos were taken etc. Sharing a meal together is so precious!
Megan, this was my favorite video you have ever done. I know being vulnerable and honest is so hard, but it was really cool to see that side of you. Praying for you and your baby! I personally love all pregnancy content and look forward to celebrating more with you.
Your emotional moment at the end of this video made my heart full! Thank you for making these videos of your life. As a stay at home mom, CZcamsrs like yourself keep me sane during the day! It's like having the girls in the kitchen with me as if we're in a social circle getting house chores done together. It's as close as you can get to being in good company without the company actually being with you! We may not know each other, either way I love you, Megan. Thank you for playing a role in my sanity (haha) and helping me stay on the path by showing all your viewers how a good wife and mother behaves.
You’re so brave to share your TTC journey. I’m 8 weeks now but was only a month away from being referred over to a fertility clinic. So grateful for my doctor who supported me with medication. Realizing in the fall that it was going to be difficult after 2 90 day cycles was so heartbreaking. Modern medicine is helping give us our miracle!
So appreciated your clear explanation of culture vs. scripture. Your articulate way coupled with humility is Christ honoring and always a joy to listen to!!
I love that you’re admitting that you were TTC for awhile, that’s something no one talks about & it’s like “taboo” I got 7 years of TTC & I’m about to throw in the towel, maybe I’ll have to see if any ladies around Shippensburg has any pregnancy juice 😂🤷🏼♀️ Praying for a happy healthy pregnancy & delivery for you 🤍 Josh is hype you can tell 🤷🏼♀️😂
Just wanted to jump through the screen + give you a BIG HUG! Our 3rd baby took YEARS to conceive, and our 1st two came along so easily. I so get it! SO HAPPY + elated for you guys! ♥️🎉
Congratulations Meghan! It must’ve been so hard over those 8 months. It took us 6 months to get pregnant the first time which isn’t really that long but it felt like eternity! I acknowledge your pain! Praying God’s blessing over this beautiful wee life.
Lol... I'm one of those "old moms"🤗 but we had been trying for 4 years (never had a problem before) God really does have a plan for us all. My youngest will be 6 when his baby brother is born in Sept 2021. He loves to see those pregnancy apps showing how big the baby is as he grows. I bet your baby girl would love to follow along with one of those. Like "The baby is the size of a lemon" type app. Just a thought. Congrats and excited for your family.
A really beautiful and heartfelt video. We struggled to fall pregnant for years with our first and it really taught me to hold on to Gods promises. So thankful for the 2 children He gave me.
I had to laugh when you said “Maybe when I ‘m 39 I’ll say maybe just one more” that’s exactly what I said at 39. And so at 40 we had our 4th child! And I never thought of myself as “an old Mom” LOL!
I know that disappointment of always seeing a negative result. It took 3 years to get pregnant with our first and 1 year with our second. It is an emotional roller coaster. Praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy💛
i thought EXACTLY what you said, about how can mothers not believe there's a God after going through pregnancy and childbirth...i was raised in church, and left the church for about 7 years, and as soon as i had my son, he's 2 now, I couldn't believe how perfect he was (still can't!) and the process of pregnancy and childbirth and just the amazement of motherhood definitely made me being to grow closer to God myself
I'm not a mother and I don't aspire to be one, so I don't quite understand what you're going through. But seeing you cry after seeing the positive test result made me cry too. I am so happy for you! You deserve this so much! I wish you a smooth pregnancy and a happy and healthy baby! You are a wonderful mother, many children could use a mother like you in their lives. Much love from Germany
I cried along with you both times. I have my stepson who I adore. He is my baby boy. He turned 11 last month. In 2016 he was so excited about his sister coming in December that year. I lost her in August of that year we all was devastated. I had been trying since I was 18 year's old but with my pcos, thyroid problems and etc it took forever. I was not expecting this that year or another one in 2018. We have trying again but nothing. I don't know if my eggs are done or I have to much scar tissue. I'm 39 I am still waiting. God let us to foster to adopt. We got more things to do thank you God for this. I am trusting on God's timing though I'm very impatient.
I like to be creative with sewing also and like you things often need adjusting as I create. Here are a couple of ideas: Your dress- Make a keyhole closing on the sleeve. You could use binding on the slit and as the sleeve hem. Finish with a button and button hole (made with the binding). Looks like that would get you the fit you want. Your daughter's dress- leave as is. Make thread belt loops at waist. Add a fabric or ribbon belt. Remove as she grows.
Lancaster County is one of my favorite places in the world! I grew up on a farm in North Carolina & I love love it, but Lancaster County is such a different farm landscape. I'm at such peace when I'm in Lancaster County!
It's ok to be emotional when your taking a test!! We have been struggling for almost 2 years. (since we got married) and it's been a roller coaster of emotions! Having depression and crying every time you take a test and it turns up negative is so real! I feel for you! No matter the length of waiting, it is still hard! We are still waiting for our miracle but we are so happy you both have gotten your miracle! I also don't know how people can't believe how people don't believe in God when they see these little miracles. I also don't know how people can go through the feelings of the struggle of trying to get pregnant without God standing next to you. I don't think I would have been ok if I didn't have God.
I don’t often comment here but I feel compelled because so much of what was said in this video really struck me. As a queer parent I also watch videos of people whose lives are vastly different than mine and find the commonality. It’s your cantankerous spirit that keeps me coming back! Thank you for challenging the norm. I do it too and I know that it will make the lives of our children that much richer. 💖
LOVED this video! Felt your emotions during the pregnancy test results. Thanks for sharing! Still feel as though conceiving challenges are not commonly spoken about. This makes the rollercoaster of life so much evident to other women dealing with similar challenges
I agree with you Megan on reaching out to different age demographics. Also, after church, make a sweep across the room, don’t get boxed into one conversation every time. You never know who you might meet or who you might hit it off with and it’s a great way to get to know a larger part of the church body.
I am so grateful that you felt comfortable talking about your ttc journey for baby number three. I am crying and feeling every emotion you had in your ttc section on the video because I am right there with you. My husband and I have been ttc for two year. I’m still praying for the day I will see the two lines on that test for my first child. I’m so happy for you and your family💜
Hahaha, my response is always, "God put the baby in there!" Much love to you and your, Meagan. We have gotten pregnant easily and suffered through miscarriages and infertility. I totally get the emotions. God is in control!!!
LOVE Lancaster County!! I went there on vacation when I was a kid over 40 yrs ago( wow time goes fast lol) and have ALWAYS remembered it and how much fun we had there. We have been going to Gettysburg the last few years, my husband's friend owns a Bed & Breakfast. Last year we traveled to Lancaster County for a day trip and my husband loved it so much this year we went for a few days and next year I plan on even more time there!! Love watching you and have seen some places you drove past that we have been to.
I’m pregnant with our 4th girl, due in October! We thought we were done but wasn’t sure but I was pretty sure I was done, had a rough and scary 3rd delivery, so we just prayed that if the Lord wanted us to have another we would and I’d be ok if we didn’t, I always got pregnant the first month we tried, this time it took 6 months and around the 3rd or 4th month I cried a lot asking the Lord why not me everyone else is having babies! I guess he was getting me to a place of being thankful and really wanting to have another baby ☺️ Lancaster is BEAUTIFUL!!
Megan I love that you keep your life real and are not “acting” like your life is perfect!Lots of U-tubers do this and to me it’s like fake toxic positivity
We ttc for 11 years and now PTL we have 2 wonderful boys...watching you read that test brought all those feelings back!! I remember getting that call from my nurse and she said , hey congratulations you are pregnant!!! I fell to the floor in tears and I was shaking so bad!! God is so good we are sooooo happy with our 2 boys 👬 💕💞
Oh watching your pregnancy test part and I have to comment. I love how sensitive you are to people struggling. It took me 5 years to have my first baby and what you say is spot on- it’s the unknown if it will be 5 months or 5 years or never and the lack of control. I have now gone on to have my 5th child which is a miracle. It was so lovely to see you reaction when you got your positive test. Thinking of everyone struggling. Oh and Evonnies reaction was precious X
We waited five years before getting pregnant with her first. And it took us almost 10 months to get pregnant with him. Then we decided to just try for baby number two and we got pregnant the same month we tried. It is in god‘s plan and it works out the best way
I am a middle-aged Lutheran and I love your videos. I wish I had this type of encouragement when I was a younger. I felt very alone and did not know anyone else who was a stay-at-home mom.
Re: going from pants to exclusively wearing dresses/skirts Last summer when I got a new job, I decided to only wear skirts/dresses. I liked it so much that I never wear pants outside the house anymore. A coworker, who does not wear pants, asked me why. Hers is a religious reason, mine is a comfort reason. I prefer how I look in a skirt vs pants. I'm not comfortable in my appearance in pants. The other thing that has happened is that people have assumed I'm "dressed up" just b/c I have a skirt on. I just respond with "I prefer skirts". And if I know I'm going to be on the floor playing w/ my grandkids, I have shorts on underneath.
Probably the most raw and vulnerable video Megan has ever done! I really enjoy watching all her videos, but certainly this one was a fantastic roller coaster of up and down emotions that had me sad with her, and then cheering with her. And it ended (thankfully) on a good note! So happy for them! 😊
Wow 😭 it’s amazing and such an overwhelming feeling when planning to bring another child! It’s definitely true about seeing Gods hand in the whole process! Totally cried with you girl!
I LOVED how raw you were being in this video!!! Like....wow!! And THIS is the reason I have been watching you from when you had just a hundred subs...this was a great watch girlie!! ❤
Bless your heart. I cried while watching this. My husband and I were married almost 7 years and many fertility treatments to have our only son who is now 18. Every time someone struggles, it still brings all of those emotions. ❤
I really enjoy your videos, you are so accepting and non judgemental, and I can tell it's truly from your heart and not scripted. The scripture vs culture is an excellent thing to remember. My dad's Christian religion is called "the truth" and they are very similar to Mennonites. They have "meeting" on Wednesday and Sunday, and gospel meeting Sunday afternoon. The pastors are called "workers" and they have no possessions or spouse and stay with the members who are called "friends". They stay 2 or 3 days then move on to the next home, they rotate their regions every year. My Uncle is a retired worker. It really means a lot to me when you mentioned people having deep wounds from Christianity, my mother converted to the truth in the 70's but had some bad things happen. She was a lot like you, questioning things, discussing things she didn't understand. Things were very restrictive, no wedding rings, no open toed shoes, no Christmas tree, no television I could go on and on. But back in the 1970's, they weren't so interested in her questioning anything...and told her her and her kids we're going to Hell. She was eventually driven away, and my dad just started back going to meeting in 2012. I think Christians have gotten more understanding and following scripture vs culture in recent years. My mom passed in 2019 from Breast Cancer. I know God knew she loved him and Jesus, she was a wonderful person, mother, friend, etc. I just wish things would have been different for her. So glad to see people like you, so understanding and just a good person. Thank you Megan! And congrats on the baby, so exciting! I should mention now The Truth is much more understanding, the "friends" are truly some of the nicest people I know. The old school culture has gone away for the most part, scripture is more important than following out dated cultural "rules" made by people.
I’m due for a cesarean with my third one this coming June 2nd!💙 I’m so done with being preggo this year... hubby and I are so excited to be a family of 5 soon🥰
We are on month 3 of trying for baby 3 and I am so feeling how you have felt and am so encouraged by your vulnerability. Sometimes we forget we aren’t alone so this is so what I needed to hear. Praise God for His faithfulness in EVERY season ❤️
Hey Megan!! I loved this video.You were saying you’d like to watch mire Mennonites you tubers so I want to suggest Kim Martin to you.She’s a young mom like you and had a really fun upbeat personality so I think you’d enjoy her channel a whole lot! She’s about to give birth to their first child. By the way Yvonnie was super cute when you were telling her about the baby!!
I agree. I’m a great grandma who loves to watch Kim Martin’s CZcams videos. She is delightful in every way and always upbeat. I feel certain she and her husband will be great parents. I always look forward to her videos❣️
Megan! Your interactions with your daughter brought tears! She is SO cute and inquisitive, her questions were just adorable. Congratulations on the new baby, love your channel and sweet personality ❤️
I have to say that I absolutely love your channel! Even as a 43 year old mama of four--two who are adults--it is always a joy to watch and I learn so much from you! I wish this kind of advice and fun videos were around when I was a young mom. God bless your sweet family!
The way you described feeling about being a stay at home mom pre kids is exactly how I felt. Thank you for saying that. Please do a video about this topic.
“God is bigger than any shame you had from your past”.. Amen to that sister ✝️.. I have always been fascinated with the Mennonite community. Moving closer to the area, looking forward to sight seeing and church ⛪️ life out in PA ☺️. Thank you for your openness and joy in life!
This glimpse into your heart was so touching.... I relate in many ways, tho specifics vary slightly in our stories. I'm so thankful for your dear baby 💜
Just found you !! Yeah !! Subscribed. Discovered you on your 2021 vision/goals board video. You are inspirational. I was a stay at home momma and now I help out my stay at home daughter with my grand babies. Bless you and your family 💜
Megan, this has been my favorite video of yours. So emotional, but so real and I can relate so much. We are sisters in Christ, and we also don't wear wedding rings and we have the same biblical views on a lot of things. Praying for your pregnancy, blessings💗
realtime reactions ... easy way to go deep with church people is "what can i pray for you this week?" and my go to question for personalized convos are "how's your heart?" "old mom" haha thats ME ..turned 39 in march with 8month twins behind 4 singletons. I wanted to be a young mom but God has different plans, first babe at 28 and #5&6 at 38 🤷🏼♀️ crying with you on stick reveal....its so emotional every.single.time!! especially hearing the first heartbeat 💓 i really appreciate your clarification with culture vs biblical principles and emphasis on Jesus ❤️ aaaand crying babies, going to have to finish later, love these chatty vids
Great video Megan! As a convert to the Anabaptist faith, cultural differences for me were easy! I love this culture, I have been blessed by so many people in the faith! Growing up in Philly as a Catholic, my life was very different. I thank God that I came to Lancaster in 1998 to visit and see the beautiful countryside! I met the owner of Lapp Dairy and he helped me to understand the culture and the tenants of our faith. In 2001, I was re-baptized and became a member of our mission church in Philadelphia. By 2002, we moved here and I can honestly say that my church family is incredibly loving, kind, sincere, loyal and generous. I genuinely believe that God will lead you where He wants to plant you. If that means converting to the Mennonite faith, He will be with you every step of the way. I’m so very thankful that is my testimony! Love & miss you lots sweetie 🥰❤️❌⭕️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I was due October 10th then had a miscarriage in February but conceived again right away now I'm 11 weeks with a healthy baby and due December 9th. Congratulations on ur pregnancy it's such an exciting time! I love ur videos xo
My church has an old house they restored on the church property that they turned into a thrift shop if you will. The items that get donated are sold there and the money is donated to our local schools. That’s a great way if you want to give clothing items and you are not worried about making money on some stuff.
Thank you so much for sharing and being vunerable on the internet. I know we've never met, but I resignate with so many things here on your channel, I feel like we're friends. I know we are sisters in Christ, praying for your family and a healthy pregnancy!
I love what you said about wedding rings being culture. It would be traditional in mainstream Christian culture to wear a ring and people will question you or talk about you if they know you were married and weren't wearing it. So frustrating. My ring irritates my skin and I rarely wear it. It doesn't mean my husband and I are on the outs, thank you very much!!
That made my heart hurt for you so much! I’m so excited for you and can definitely relate. I have 3 boys and between 1 and 2 we waited a few years then it took us 4 yrs to conceive with no question as to why I was otherwise healthy. Then praise the Lord we conceived our last we when we’re discussing having more lol they are 21 months apart. I was still nursing when I found out. They are now 11 yrs, 4 yrs, and 2 yrs old, God is good
So touched by your video, crying along with you at seeing the pregnancy test. As a Mennonite I totally agree with the importance of knowing what is culture and what is scripture. Your daughter is hilarious 😂 my husband and I have also told my daughter (4 year old) I’m pregnant, but she hasn’t asked how it got there 🤣🤣
Getting closer to church ladies is something I often think about. My church is not big and I have a problem connecting with everyone. I find it easier to just start chit-chatting and not being very formal about it.
Loved this video and how honest you were with your emotions. Your daughter is so cute with her reaction to the new baby. My kids are just 2yrs apart so my daughter didn't have those questions for me, HOWEVER, when she was 4 we went to some friends house and she was very pregnant. My daughter wanted to know how that baby got in there and she wasn't buying any of our answers. She was relentless! I did find a book that gave me some wording and such for her age and it was very helpful.
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Megan, I think it's great that you showed these clips of yourself being emotional. That was so relatable. Congrats on the pregnancy!
It was really hard to show it! I was like "AAAHH! I look so terrible, and seriously why am I crying." Our reactions are so strange when we're in shock!"
@@MeganFoxUnlocked I can imagine that it was hard, but it really was great. It's an emotional, exciting, and sometimes heartbreaking topic. You are allowed to feel all the emotions! I cried along with you a little bit.
I so, so appreciated that. We ttc for over 1 year for our second and it was so tough.
I Love your authenticity.
Someone from our church told their daughter. “Just like we plant seeds in the garden and the plant grows, daddy planted a seed in me and now a baby is growing” so innocent and you’re not lying. And she understood it so well ❤️ blessing on you all!
I told kids that God put it there..another tough question coming for her is how does it come out lol
that's what my 5 year old really wanted to know
My 4 yr old pestered me to death about how the baby would get out of my belly... I always just said we’d go to the doctor and get it out, but one day he empathetically told me “mom, it’s gonna hurt really bad when the baby comes out of your mouth”... 🤣
@@almondjoys8824 oh my days, thank you for the morning chuckle!
@@almondjoys8824 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
That’s how I explained to my 3.5 year old daughter also, lol that daddy has the seed, mommy has the pot for the seed, and God makes it grow. Lol simple for her to understand because her grandpa is an avid gardener😊👌🌸🌺🌷
“Ok, I’ve gotta stop crying before I keep talking.” And she grabs a bath towel. 😅 This video was extra special! Loved every minute!
So funny when she did that 😂
haha yes! I got such a kick out of that!
Evonnie was not letting go of how it got in your belly! Lol 🤣. So cute. Congrats again!
I was cracking up! That was so precious!!!
I remember I was at a store once and a little girl asked her mom how a baby got in a pregnant woman's belly. She told her little girl that God put the baby there. That has been my go-to answer every since when little ones ask me. I like that it's true.... just not the full story hahahahaha!
@@bunny_0288 great way of handling the subject -- age appropriate!
She's lik uh uh your gonna tell me how this happened to you Lol
I just adore you! I'm so happy for you, super congratulations on your pregnancy!
Kimberly whisk!!! What’s up? 🤣 why do I find it so cool that you also watch multiple I watch?? 🤣🤓
Oh Kim you're the best! Thanks we are excited!
Hi Kimberly Whisk!
Hi Kim! Just got done watching you!
I totally cried when you said “don’t let anybody ever tell you it’s not just as exciting for your third” 😭❤️ Yes! This was how my third was. Just pure joy!
I've watched for years.
This was extremely raw.
And something so many woman can relate to. Seeing a negative test after negative test, no matter the length of time, is awful.
This was extremely vulnerable of you and I'm in bed with my one month old crying right along with you 😂 wishing I could just give that girl trying a hug!
Praying for you on this pregnancy journey! ❤
I watched for years & she’s in a neighboring city 😂🤷🏼♀️ Just pray for a happy healthy pregnancy & delivery! I love the rawness also, it seems monthly that I’m crying & screaming into a towel 🤦🏼♀️
You telling Evonnie was my favorite part. She's such a smart, inquisitive girl!
Me and my husband lost our first baby, then three years later the Lord sent us our daughter! We have currently been trying for 7 years for a second baby...... to this day when I start my cycle there’s a little “knife to heart” feeling. But God is good and we pray if it be His will, he send another baby to us! Congratulations on your pregnancy!!!! 🥳🥳
Wow! What a beautiful testimony!🙏
@Stephanie Odom praying for that miracle for you. I've been blessed abundantly but have had a lot of early on losses and disappointments as well. I feel so sad when I hear stories like yours, but so proud of your strength as well! I hope and pray you get another sweet little soul soon. You sound like a wonderful mother.
I didn't get pregnant with my first untill after I accepted that I would never have children. I was 35! Now I'm 39 and pregnant with my second! It's just so unpredictable and the only thing that I feel helped me get pregnant was living a happy life concentrating on the blessings I have in life.
I had my first and only baby at the ripe old age of 43.
E’s determination to find out how a baby gets into your belly is HILARIOUS 😂 she is serious, y’all 😂
I couldn’t even see the stick because I was balling my eyes out with you. Every woman connects with you, girl. Love you!
As someone who has been trying for 10 years, I am just excited to see others get pregnant. I hope this is the summer that changes everything!
Twelve years here and I got exactly what I secretly wanted. My fingers are crossed for you! 🌹
You are glowing 🥰 I found that it's ok to have friends that go to different churches, it really expanded my friend circle.
I just love Meghan's "Hey, hey, it's another day!" 🥰
Aww, it was so sweet to see your daughter react to the news and her questions... adorable! I laughed out loud when she asked how the baby came to you and then you looked to the side and asked Josh, hahaha! Wishing you a wonderful, healthy pregnancy!
I always wanted to crochet. I joined the ladies crochet group at my church. They taught me how to crochet and I am now about 9 years into crocheting. I make so many things for family and friends. I now know so many ladies at church because I was interested in learning something new. That’s a great way to learn new people at church.
9:18 I think the very best way to get to know other ladies on a more closer level is to be in each other's homes. People are just more comfortable in their own space and therefore are able to open up more. And then as the visitor you can look around at their home and see what they're interested in or chat about where photos were taken etc. Sharing a meal together is so precious!
Your hands shaking when you had the positive test 😭😭. I agree, I just had baby #4 and there is just as much excitement and emotion for every baby.
Megan, this was my favorite video you have ever done. I know being vulnerable and honest is so hard, but it was really cool to see that side of you. Praying for you and your baby! I personally love all pregnancy content and look forward to celebrating more with you.
Would love to see videos on taking care of a baby 101 once the baby comes!? I’m excited for you and praying for a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby!!
Your emotional moment at the end of this video made my heart full! Thank you for making these videos of your life. As a stay at home mom, CZcamsrs like yourself keep me sane during the day! It's like having the girls in the kitchen with me as if we're in a social circle getting house chores done together. It's as close as you can get to being in good company without the company actually being with you! We may not know each other, either way I love you, Megan. Thank you for playing a role in my sanity (haha) and helping me stay on the path by showing all your viewers how a good wife and mother behaves.
You’re so brave to share your TTC journey. I’m 8 weeks now but was only a month away from being referred over to a fertility clinic. So grateful for my doctor who supported me with medication. Realizing in the fall that it was going to be difficult after 2 90 day cycles was so heartbreaking. Modern medicine is helping give us our miracle!
So appreciated your clear explanation of culture vs. scripture. Your articulate way coupled with humility is Christ honoring and always a joy to listen to!!
I'm 33 weeks pregnant with my 3rd baby... I'm sitting here crying with you. So happy for you and your family.
I love that you’re admitting that you were TTC for awhile, that’s something no one talks about & it’s like “taboo” I got 7 years of TTC & I’m about to throw in the towel, maybe I’ll have to see if any ladies around Shippensburg has any pregnancy juice 😂🤷🏼♀️
Praying for a happy healthy pregnancy & delivery for you 🤍 Josh is hype you can tell 🤷🏼♀️😂
Oh Evonnie's reaction was so precious!! "Why don't you have no fat there?" 😂😂 Congratulations I'm so happy for you and your family! 💖
Just wanted to jump through the screen + give you a BIG HUG! Our 3rd baby took YEARS to conceive, and our 1st two came along so easily. I so get it! SO HAPPY + elated for you guys! ♥️🎉
Your Channel, The Mennonite Mom, and Lynette Yoder are my three favorite channels on CZcams.
This video touched my heart, thank you for sharing the raw and real ❤
I literally almost didn't. I was like "I can't show myself looking that vulnerable and unattractive!"
It helped me In a lot of ways❤ thank you!
Congratulations Meghan! It must’ve been so hard over those 8 months. It took us 6 months to get pregnant the first time which isn’t really that long but it felt like eternity! I acknowledge your pain! Praying God’s blessing over this beautiful wee life.
It took me 6 years, then 11 years to get pregnant, so I think y’all did pretty good! Congratulations!
Lol... I'm one of those "old moms"🤗 but we had been trying for 4 years (never had a problem before) God really does have a plan for us all. My youngest will be 6 when his baby brother is born in Sept 2021. He loves to see those pregnancy apps showing how big the baby is as he grows. I bet your baby girl would love to follow along with one of those. Like "The baby is the size of a lemon" type app. Just a thought. Congrats and excited for your family.
Love seeing the raw emotion of the pregnancy tests. You’re so hopeful and positive and loved seeing your genuine vulnerability. So refreshing❤️
A really beautiful and heartfelt video. We struggled to fall pregnant for years with our first and it really taught me to hold on to Gods promises. So thankful for the 2 children He gave me.
I had to laugh when you said “Maybe when I ‘m 39 I’ll say maybe just one more” that’s exactly what I said at 39. And so at 40 we had our 4th child! And I never thought of myself as “an old Mom” LOL!
I just told my sister I want one more, I’m 38!
Im 39 and 40 weeks pregnant with my second. I definitely don't feel old because lots of my friends had kids in thier late 30s.
I had #3 at 38. Surprise! It’s fun doing it all again and being a seasoned mom, much more relaxed
My sister had her last one 3 months before she turned 40. She wanted 4 before 40 and she got them!
Emotional Megan is just as precious as put together Megan! Congratulations! It took my husband and I are 8 1/2 years to get our blessing from God!💙
I know that disappointment of always seeing a negative result. It took 3 years to get pregnant with our first and 1 year with our second. It is an emotional roller coaster. Praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy💛
i thought EXACTLY what you said, about how can mothers not believe there's a God after going through pregnancy and childbirth...i was raised in church, and left the church for about 7 years, and as soon as i had my son, he's 2 now, I couldn't believe how perfect he was (still can't!) and the process of pregnancy and childbirth and just the amazement of motherhood definitely made me being to grow closer to God myself
I'm not a mother and I don't aspire to be one, so I don't quite understand what you're going through. But seeing you cry after seeing the positive test result made me cry too. I am so happy for you! You deserve this so much! I wish you a smooth pregnancy and a happy and healthy baby! You are a wonderful mother, many children could use a mother like you in their lives. Much love from Germany
I cried along with you both times. I have my stepson who I adore. He is my baby boy. He turned 11 last month. In 2016 he was so excited about his sister coming in December that year. I lost her in August of that year we all was devastated. I had been trying since I was 18 year's old but with my pcos, thyroid problems and etc it took forever. I was not expecting this that year or another one in 2018. We have trying again but nothing. I don't know if my eggs are done or I have to much scar tissue. I'm 39 I am still waiting. God let us to foster to adopt. We got more things to do thank you God for this. I am trusting on God's timing though I'm very impatient.
I am so thankful you are on YOU TUBE PLEASE DON'T CHANGE
Ahhh wating for this video and I love long videos!!!!!!
I like to be creative with sewing also and like you things often need adjusting as I create.
Here are a couple of ideas:
Your dress- Make a keyhole closing on the sleeve. You could use binding on the slit and as the sleeve hem. Finish with a button and button hole (made with the binding). Looks like that would get you the fit you want.
Your daughter's dress- leave as is. Make thread belt loops at waist. Add a fabric or ribbon belt. Remove as she grows.
Lancaster County is one of my favorite places in the world! I grew up on a farm in North Carolina & I love love it, but Lancaster County is such a different farm landscape. I'm at such peace when I'm in Lancaster County!
It's ok to be emotional when your taking a test!! We have been struggling for almost 2 years. (since we got married) and it's been a roller coaster of emotions! Having depression and crying every time you take a test and it turns up negative is so real! I feel for you! No matter the length of waiting, it is still hard! We are still waiting for our miracle but we are so happy you both have gotten your miracle! I also don't know how people can't believe how people don't believe in God when they see these little miracles. I also don't know how people can go through the feelings of the struggle of trying to get pregnant without God standing next to you. I don't think I would have been ok if I didn't have God.
I don’t often comment here but I feel compelled because so much of what was said in this video really struck me. As a queer parent I also watch videos of people whose lives are vastly different than mine and find the commonality. It’s your cantankerous spirit that keeps me coming back! Thank you for challenging the norm. I do it too and I know that it will make the lives of our children that much richer. 💖
LOVED this video! Felt your emotions during the pregnancy test results. Thanks for sharing! Still feel as though conceiving challenges are not commonly spoken about. This makes the rollercoaster of life so much evident to other women dealing with similar challenges
I agree with you Megan on reaching out to different age demographics. Also, after church, make a sweep across the room, don’t get boxed into one conversation every time. You never know who you might meet or who you might hit it off with and it’s a great way to get to know a larger part of the church body.
I am so grateful that you felt comfortable talking about your ttc journey for baby number three. I am crying and feeling every emotion you had in your ttc section on the video because I am right there with you. My husband and I have been ttc for two year. I’m still praying for the day I will see the two lines on that test for my first child. I’m so happy for you and your family💜
Hahaha, my response is always, "God put the baby in there!"
Much love to you and your, Meagan. We have gotten pregnant easily and suffered through miscarriages and infertility. I totally get the emotions.
God is in control!!!
That's what I tell my daughter too and she seems satisfied with that answer 😊
LOVE Lancaster County!! I went there on vacation when I was a kid over 40 yrs ago( wow time goes fast lol) and have ALWAYS remembered it and how much fun we had there. We have been going to Gettysburg the last few years, my husband's friend owns a Bed & Breakfast. Last year we traveled to Lancaster County for a day trip and my husband loved it so much this year we went for a few days and next year I plan on even more time there!! Love watching you and have seen some places you drove past that we have been to.
“How did it get in there” 😂😂😂 your daughter is adorable!
I’m pregnant with our 4th girl, due in October! We thought we were done but wasn’t sure but I was pretty sure I was done, had a rough and scary 3rd delivery, so we just prayed that if the Lord wanted us to have another we would and I’d be ok if we didn’t, I always got pregnant the first month we tried, this time it took 6 months and around the 3rd or 4th month I cried a lot asking the Lord why not me everyone else is having babies! I guess he was getting me to a place of being thankful and really wanting to have another baby ☺️
Lancaster is BEAUTIFUL!!
Megan I love that you keep your life real and are not “acting” like your life is perfect!Lots of U-tubers do this and to me it’s like fake toxic positivity
We ttc for 11 years and now PTL we have 2 wonderful boys...watching you read that test brought all those feelings back!! I remember getting that call from my nurse and she said , hey congratulations you are pregnant!!! I fell to the floor in tears and I was shaking so bad!! God is so good we are sooooo happy with our 2 boys 👬 💕💞
Oh watching your pregnancy test part and I have to comment. I love how sensitive you are to people struggling. It took me 5 years to have my first baby and what you say is spot on- it’s the unknown if it will be 5 months or 5 years or never and the lack of control. I have now gone on to have my 5th child which is a miracle. It was so lovely to see you reaction when you got your positive test. Thinking of everyone struggling. Oh and Evonnies reaction was precious X
We waited five years before getting pregnant with her first. And it took us almost 10 months to get pregnant with him. Then we decided to just try for baby number two and we got pregnant the same month we tried. It is in god‘s plan and it works out the best way
I am a middle-aged Lutheran and I love your videos. I wish I had this type of encouragement when I was a younger. I felt very alone and did not know anyone else who was a stay-at-home mom.
Re: going from pants to exclusively wearing dresses/skirts
Last summer when I got a new job, I decided to only wear skirts/dresses. I liked it so much that I never wear pants outside the house anymore.
A coworker, who does not wear pants, asked me why. Hers is a religious reason, mine is a comfort reason. I prefer how I look in a skirt vs pants. I'm not comfortable in my appearance in pants.
The other thing that has happened is that people have assumed I'm "dressed up" just b/c I have a skirt on. I just respond with "I prefer skirts".
And if I know I'm going to be on the floor playing w/ my grandkids, I have shorts on underneath.
I just tried Nitro cold brew for the first time at a Mennonite farm market and I am hooked!!
Please talk about your pregnancy! (Only as much as you are comfortable of course) I love hearing about it
Probably the most raw and vulnerable video Megan has ever done! I really enjoy watching all her videos, but certainly this one was a fantastic roller coaster of up and down emotions that had me sad with her, and then cheering with her. And it ended (thankfully) on a good note! So happy for them! 😊
It is so generous of you to share your experience getting pregnant. I am sure it will help lots of other people! Awesome job!
Wow 😭 it’s amazing and such an overwhelming feeling when planning to bring another child! It’s definitely true about seeing Gods hand in the whole process! Totally cried with you girl!
I LOVED how raw you were being in this video!!! Like....wow!! And THIS is the reason I have been watching you from when you had just a hundred subs...this was a great watch girlie!! ❤
Oh you are too kind!
Bless your heart. I cried while watching this. My husband and I were married almost 7 years and many fertility treatments to have our only son who is now 18. Every time someone struggles, it still brings all of those emotions. ❤
I really enjoy your videos, you are so accepting and non judgemental, and I can tell it's truly from your heart and not scripted. The scripture vs culture is an excellent thing to remember. My dad's Christian religion is called "the truth" and they are very similar to Mennonites. They have "meeting" on Wednesday and Sunday, and gospel meeting Sunday afternoon. The pastors are called "workers" and they have no possessions or spouse and stay with the members who are called "friends". They stay 2 or 3 days then move on to the next home, they rotate their regions every year. My Uncle is a retired worker.
It really means a lot to me when you mentioned people having deep wounds from Christianity, my mother converted to the truth in the 70's but had some bad things happen. She was a lot like you, questioning things, discussing things she didn't understand. Things were very restrictive, no wedding rings, no open toed shoes, no Christmas tree, no television I could go on and on. But back in the 1970's, they weren't so interested in her questioning anything...and told her her and her kids we're going to Hell. She was eventually driven away, and my dad just started back going to meeting in 2012. I think Christians have gotten more understanding and following scripture vs culture in recent years. My mom passed in 2019 from Breast Cancer. I know God knew she loved him and Jesus, she was a wonderful person, mother, friend, etc. I just wish things would have been different for her. So glad to see people like you, so understanding and just a good person. Thank you Megan! And congrats on the baby, so exciting!
I should mention now The Truth is much more understanding, the "friends" are truly some of the nicest people I know. The old school culture has gone away for the most part, scripture is more important than following out dated cultural "rules" made by people.
I’m due for a cesarean with my third one this coming June 2nd!💙 I’m so done with being preggo this year... hubby and I are so excited to be a family of 5 soon🥰
We are on month 3 of trying for baby 3 and I am so feeling how you have felt and am so encouraged by your vulnerability. Sometimes we forget we aren’t alone so this is so what I needed to hear. Praise God for His faithfulness in EVERY season ❤️
Hey Megan!! I loved this video.You were saying you’d like to watch mire Mennonites you tubers so I want to suggest Kim Martin to you.She’s a young mom like you and had a really fun upbeat personality so I think you’d enjoy her channel a whole lot! She’s about to give birth to their first child.
By the way Yvonnie was super cute when you were telling her about the baby!!
I agree. I’m a great grandma who loves to watch Kim Martin’s CZcams videos. She is delightful in every way and always upbeat. I feel certain she and her husband will be great parents. I always look forward to her videos❣️
I think about that a lot too, about getting to heaven and meeting so many people for the first time! It brings me so much joy too! See you there!
Megan! Your interactions with your daughter brought tears! She is SO cute and inquisitive, her questions were just adorable. Congratulations on the new baby, love your channel and sweet personality ❤️
Thank you for being a real genuine human being. Your parents must be so proud of the woman that you are. Full of life. Full of love.
I have to say that I absolutely love your channel! Even as a 43 year old mama of four--two who are adults--it is always a joy to watch and I learn so much from you! I wish this kind of advice and fun videos were around when I was a young mom. God bless your sweet family!
The way you described feeling about being a stay at home mom pre kids is exactly how I felt. Thank you for saying that. Please do a video about this topic.
“God is bigger than any shame you had from your past”.. Amen to that sister ✝️.. I have always been fascinated with the Mennonite community. Moving closer to the area, looking forward to sight seeing and church ⛪️ life out in PA ☺️. Thank you for your openness and joy in life!
This glimpse into your heart was so touching.... I relate in many ways, tho specifics vary slightly in our stories. I'm so thankful for your dear baby 💜
I started bawling when it came out positive!! So happy for you, Megan!!
Just found you !! Yeah !! Subscribed. Discovered you on your 2021 vision/goals board video. You are inspirational. I was a stay at home momma and now I help out my stay at home daughter with my grand babies. Bless you and your family 💜
Megan, this has been my favorite video of yours. So emotional, but so real and I can relate so much. We are sisters in Christ, and we also don't wear wedding rings and we have the same biblical views on a lot of things. Praying for your pregnancy, blessings💗
realtime reactions ...
easy way to go deep with church people is "what can i pray for you this week?" and my go to question for personalized convos are "how's your heart?"
"old mom" haha thats ME ..turned 39 in march with 8month twins behind 4 singletons. I wanted to be a young mom but God has different plans, first babe at 28 and #5&6 at 38 🤷🏼♀️
crying with you on stick reveal....its so emotional every.single.time!! especially hearing the first heartbeat 💓
i really appreciate your clarification with culture vs biblical principles and emphasis on Jesus ❤️
aaaand crying babies, going to have to finish later, love these chatty vids
Great video Megan! As a convert to the Anabaptist faith, cultural differences for me were easy! I love this culture, I have been blessed by so many people in the faith! Growing up in Philly as a Catholic, my life was very different. I thank God that I came to Lancaster in 1998 to visit and see the beautiful countryside! I met the owner of Lapp Dairy and he helped me to understand the culture and the tenants of our faith. In 2001, I was re-baptized and became a member of our mission church in Philadelphia. By 2002, we moved here and I can honestly say that my church family is incredibly loving, kind, sincere, loyal and generous. I genuinely believe that God will lead you where He wants to plant you. If that means converting to the Mennonite faith, He will be with you every step of the way. I’m so very thankful that is my testimony! Love & miss you lots sweetie 🥰❤️❌⭕️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Watching this while 2 days over due, waiting for baby to come! It's so nice to hear some lovely positive stories about growing a family.
I was due October 10th then had a miscarriage in February but conceived again right away now I'm 11 weeks with a healthy baby and due December 9th. Congratulations on ur pregnancy it's such an exciting time! I love ur videos xo
My brother and I are 18 months apart and he is one of my best friends. Such a blessing for sure!!
This blue dress looks gorgeous on you!
I've been wearing it on repeat!
I absolutely agree. It so flattering on you!
My church has an old house they restored on the church property that they turned into a thrift shop if you will. The items that get donated are sold there and the money is donated to our local schools. That’s a great way if you want to give clothing items and you are not worried about making money on some stuff.
Thank you so much for sharing and being vunerable on the internet. I know we've never met, but I resignate with so many things here on your channel, I feel like we're friends. I know we are sisters in Christ, praying for your family and a healthy pregnancy!
I'm an "old" mother with a science (IVF) baby. The difference between my life and yours is one of the reasons I like watching your videos ☺️
Exactly, it's lovely to see how different and yet relatable other peoples lives are.
I love what you said about wedding rings being culture. It would be traditional in mainstream Christian culture to wear a ring and people will question you or talk about you if they know you were married and weren't wearing it. So frustrating. My ring irritates my skin and I rarely wear it. It doesn't mean my husband and I are on the outs, thank you very much!!
That made my heart hurt for you so much! I’m so excited for you and can definitely relate. I have 3 boys and between 1 and 2 we waited a few years then it took us 4 yrs to conceive with no question as to why I was otherwise healthy. Then praise the Lord we conceived our last we when we’re discussing having more lol they are 21 months apart. I was still nursing when I found out. They are now 11 yrs, 4 yrs, and 2 yrs old, God is good
I absolutely loved this video and how honest you were! You should do more open and honest sit down chatty videos!
So touched by your video, crying along with you at seeing the pregnancy test. As a Mennonite I totally agree with the importance of knowing what is culture and what is scripture. Your daughter is hilarious 😂 my husband and I have also told my daughter (4 year old) I’m pregnant, but she hasn’t asked how it got there 🤣🤣
Oh my goodness! Her questions have been so detailed!😳
Getting closer to church ladies is something I often think about. My church is not big and I have a problem connecting with everyone. I find it easier to just start chit-chatting and not being very formal about it.
I wear a face full of makeup every single day, but you are just beautiful with your more natural look! Hmmm...maybe I need to give that some thought 😍
Congrats on the new baby Mama!!! And thanks for sharing the Nitro Cold Brew!!
Thanks for sharing! Especially how long you were trying. It's so hard to wait for God's timing.
Loved this video and how honest you were with your emotions. Your daughter is so cute with her reaction to the new baby. My kids are just 2yrs apart so my daughter didn't have those questions for me, HOWEVER, when she was 4 we went to some friends house and she was very pregnant. My daughter wanted to know how that baby got in there and she wasn't buying any of our answers. She was relentless! I did find a book that gave me some wording and such for her age and it was very helpful.
I like u because u are REAL, U DONT PRETEND TO BE PERFECTOR HAVE IT ALL RIGHT. UARE NOT FAKE