
Hi friends! Just wanted to pop in briefly from maternity leave to share an update today, because there’s someone very special I’d love for you to meet…
…our sweet Teo!
Our son, Teo (pronounced the Spanish way, “tay-oh”) Elliott Martin, was born on March 16. And for those of you who have been following our story, I’m thankful to report that the epidural that we had been praying might work despite my back issues (I shared a bit about this in my last post) mercifully took hold on the very first try, which meant that both Barclay and I were able to be there together to hear Teo’s first precious cries and welcome him into the world. Goodness…what a moment. ♡
After so many ups and downs this pregnancy, we’re still in awe that our little boy is finally here. He’s perfect and healthy and super-snuggly and outrageously cute…and we feel like the luckiest parents in the world. Truly can’t believe how much we love him and how sweet and natural life together as a family of three already feels. We spend a record amount of time each day just staring at him and soaking up his sweet newborn cuddles and showering his yummy cheeks with a million kisses. And we are loving this opportunity to finally learn how to be parents — even sleep-deprived, sore-in-all-the-places (hellooo, postpartum), often-hilariously-trial-and-erroring-our-way-through-each-new-day and all. This tiny little human has captured our hearts in the biggest of ways, and we are just so happy that he’s ours.
Anyway, I can’t wait to share more updates with you once I’m back from maternity leave. But in the meantime, feel free as always to follow along on Instagram for more behind the scenes updates from our lil’ newborn bubble over here. And thank you again for all of the love and prayers and encouragement you’ve been sending our way these past few weeks especially. We feel it and are sending you back so much love from Barcelona today.
Here are a few pics from these first few weeks together with Teo as a family of three! ♡







OH MY GOSH!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!! I had tears in my eyes I’m so happy for you! What a beautiful baby!!!!!!! Wishing you all the best and happiness to you guys!! :)
Oh My! He is precious! And OMG, THOSE EYES! Rest, relax and enjoy every minute, the three of you are a Beautiful family!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Congratulations!! So happy for your family
Awww ? Congratulations Mom and Dad ⚘
Congratulations!! He is adorable, God bless Teo, Mum and dad!!!
He is beautiful ?congratulations.
Congratulations, God bless him ?
Ali, Barclay and Teo! So much love to you. Seeing you three warms my heart and gladdens my spirit. You all look so contented, and full of wonder. (Including the dogs!) Ali – As you hold your son close, you look like you swallowed the stars – such a radiant glow. The picture of Barclay and Teo – a precious moment, captured. You will go back to those moments every time you look at your pictures. Cherish every moment, for indeed you are blessed. Beautiful Babe…
“May the sun bring you new energy by day; may the moon softly restore you by night. May the rain wash away your worries; may the breeze blow new strength into your being. May you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life.”
Whenever you talk about your pregnancy journey, your struggles and now your happiness and motherhood, it always make me teary eyed. You owe me for the emotional roller coaster you caused me (lol). I am a big fan of yours and your blog and your family . I am wishing you always the best.
Adorable, huge congratulations to you both!