We Have A Little Secret…

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We have been keeping a little secret! I am 21 weeks pregnant and couldn’t be more excited. Baby S is due in October!

I know you will all have a million questions and I will gladly answer them for you. I am guessing this list will cover a few of them.

Yes, we were planning this. Yes, we are excited. Yes, we are very nervous and scared but Jamie and I also refuse to spend our days worrying.

Yes, Cooper’s autism impacts every decision we make. Yes, Cooper’s number one trigger is crying. We are already working with his team to introduce noise canceling headphones. We are also introducing a program where he identifies baby items like diapers, bottles, and blankets and learns to hand them to mom or dad when asked.

Sawyer is super excited and wants a brother. Yes, I believe Cooper does understand that he is going to be a big brother too. He has even been kissing my belly.

As for me…I am feeling great now. The first 14 weeks were really tough. I also need to have my gallbladder out but am really trying to wait until baby is born. And it was extra hard to deal with negativity online while pregnant. Seeing the evil that social media can bring into your lives was pretty awful knowing that I was bringing another perfect little human into this world. But once again, I learned the lesson of kindness from so many.

And yes, this is going to change everything. We know that. We are ready for the challenge.

I bet you are also wondering if baby is a boy or a girl?

Well…take a watch! Here is the grand reveal in true chaotic fashion!

It’s a boy! A third boy! I secretly knew all along. I never had a doubt.

Yes, another boy is probably going to push me over the edge of sanity and love. And that’s just fine. I can’t wait.

Jamie, Cooper, Sawyer and I can’t wait to meet our third little super hero in October.

Thank you all for your continued love and support on this journey. It’s about to get more interesting!

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Kate Swenson

Kate Swenson lives in Minnesota with her husband Jamie, and four children, Cooper, Sawyer, Harbor and Wynnie. Kate launched Finding Cooper's Voice from her couch while her now 11-year-old son Cooper was being diagnosed with autism. Back then it was a place to write. Today it is a living, thriving community of people who want to not only advocate for autism, but also make the world a better place for individuals with disabilities and their families. Her first book, Forever Boy, will be released, April 5, 2022.

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  1. Nina Chouinard on May 27, 2018 at 4:25 pm

    omg I’m soooooo happy for you and family! , I was off facebook for a whiel and this was a lovely surprise totally made my day seeing all of youse so happy and growing congratulations to you and family xo



  2. Kay swanson on May 27, 2018 at 6:22 pm

    Aunt Kay I am happy for you beyond words. yes, God is truly blessing you and your family. Swensons God loves all of you so much. Jesus Christ died on the cross for your sins yes each one of us personally. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shall be saved. He asks that we repent of our sins and believe he died for you. Love always.



  3. Yvonne on May 27, 2018 at 6:40 pm

    Congratulations and god bless you and your family.



  4. Jasmine on May 27, 2018 at 6:44 pm

    Oh Kate, Jamie, Cooper and Sawyer,
    I am so beyond happy and thrilled for you!! I have tears of joy in my eyes. We embrace you and your growing family and thank you for sharing your love and hope with the world.
    Hugs, love, and happiness.



  5. Janet on May 27, 2018 at 7:21 pm

    That. Is. Wonderful. WOW!!!! So many congratulations, from a long time reader



  6. Andria on May 27, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    Congrats!



  7. Kaylah on May 27, 2018 at 10:48 pm

    Congratulations!



  8. Amy on May 28, 2018 at 1:49 am

    Congratulations! I had a thought creep into my mind as I was reading you assure your readers of your well thought through and probably over planned choice to bring another beautiful child into your loving family. I was only able to have one child, my son, who is severely Autistic, painfully so sometimes it’s heart wrenching , the struggles he endures to function in this over stimulated place we live within everyday. My family is broken. Meaning I never really knew my father. Turns out I have a brother and uncle with Autism. If I had known the odds of having given this child of mine autism through my genetic make up were pretty high, would I of had him? Cant say for sure. But I’d like to think , yes. And I’d like to think Iwould have been more prepared. My only regret is he doesn’t have a true sibling. Siblings will change your life! I wanted you to know that there is a distinct possibility this new member will impact Cooper in a profound way. I am so happy for you! You are so strong, and loving. This child will be so loved and nurtured. Congratulations again!



  9. June Anne Abele on May 28, 2018 at 12:05 pm

    God Bless your new addition…a best friend for Cooper and his brother… Beautiful family with so much love.



  10. Carmen on May 28, 2018 at 2:46 pm

    HOORRRAAYYY!!!!!!! SOO HAPPY for your family. Three boys : how unique and exciting.
    Love to your family from my corner of the world in Northern California.
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