Really BIG Life Update 😲

(photos included) 📷

I’m not sure how to share news like this. It feels vulnerable sharing this publicly because it means so much to me, but here it is…

Lilian and I are pregnant!!!

We’re having a baby, y’all! I’m having a baby with my best friend!!!

I’m only 13 weeks into parenting, but I can already tell it’s going to be an emotional journey. There’s so much that’s out of our control, so many new and unknown things to learn, so many potentially scary possibilities.

And also…

SO MUCH LOVE—way more than I could have ever imagined.

My heart is blasted open. How is it possible to love this tiny human (who I haven’t even met yet) this much?!

Here are 3 things that have rocked my world in the first 13 weeks:

1. Babies Bring People Together

It’s wild to think this new human carries the lineage of both our families. Generations of love and life wrapped up in one tiny human. This tiny little kiwi has already brought so many people together: my family, Lilian’s family, and our closest friends... everyone feels closer to Lil and me, and closer to one another.

2. Pregnant Women Are Portals to God

Lilian has always been gorgeous, but in these past 13 weeks I’ve seen something radiant and divine. It’s like a portal to the Infinite is opening within her, allowing the spirit of this baby to enter the world. There’s a closeness to God I can see and feel in her. Watching this unfold is miraculous, and I have a front-row seat.

3. Babies Can Help You Level the F*** Up!!!

Finding out about the baby unlocked a new gear in me. After two weeks of just being in shock, I’ve become more focused—not just with my businesses, but with my health too. I want to be the best dad I can be, and that means being healthy in every aspect of life: physically, emotionally, spiritually, and in business. It’s all connected, and I see that now more clearly than ever.

It’s been an incredible journey so far. Full of surprises, blessings, and some really vulnerable moments too.

We still have a long way to go before we meet this little human. I can’t wait. But I’m also loving the pregnancy part.

Watching Lilian’s belly grow is magic. One of my favourite things right now is having full-on conversations with Lilian’s belly. I’m pretty sure this baby doesn’t even have ears yet, but I still love our talks.

And every Sunday, Lilian, Ariel, and I read about what’s happening with the baby that week. I’m in constant awe.

The Miracle of Life

Honestly, the term “miracle of life” is perfect. Because, like a miracle, it requires trust.

Trust in forces beyond us. Trust in the journey.

That’s probably the biggest lesson I’ve learned so far: this experience has brought me closer to God. More prayers. More walks with God. More trust and belief that God has a plan and that we are never alone.

No matter what happens—and trust me, there have been some scary moments already—I trust that God has a plan and I know with every fibre of my being that God’s always got our backs.

This experience has tested my faith like nothing else. I’m applying all the lessons I’ve learned from the past 42 years of life; it’s a real-time masterclass in faith, community, and love.

I’m forever grateful that my study buddy for this masterclass is also my favourite human on the planet, and already an epic mother to Ariel.

Wish us luck, and send us prayers if that’s your kind of thing.

Big love,

D