We closed our eyes, counted to three, and opened to find a big plus-sign on the test.
I’m the doubter in our relationship so it took me some convincing that the sign was in fact 100% positive. Then we screamed so loud while simultaneously jumping up and down that I regretted having the windows open that morning. We fell back into bed and just stared at each other with the biggest grins on our faces. We were going to be parents. Our unity as husband and wife had produced something fully him and fully me. What a beautiful thing God has created!
Baby Prokopets is set to arrive on February 14, 2015, our little Valentine. He or she will be surely loved!
With this being our first child, there are so many unknowns. But there is one thing we are certain of, that we will be loved and supported by our friends and family every step of the way. It has been an incredible experience to receive such love from so many already. Yesterday, we emailed our clients, both past and present, wanting them to hear the news first hand. And the response was overwhelming. We are so thankful for our family, our friends, and our clients – we know we’re not alone in this and that is a very reassuring thought.
One of our very sweet clients Jamie sent me a piece of advice upon hearing our news that echos my philosophy on marriage and parenting, “To raise healthy kids, simply put your marriage first and your children second. For many of today’s couples, the children are priority No. 1 and marriage is priority No. 10 – and few of us make it past the top three priorities on our daily to-do list.” I’m sure this baby will both challenge and strengthen our marriage in many ways and I hope to share about it with you in the process.
The sex of baby P will remain unknown, even to us, until we deliver. So, we look forward to sharing our little surprise in the new year. Thanks again for all of your love and support!

Such exciting news! You guys are going to be the best parents!!! Can’t wait to see that baby bump :)
Yayyyyyy!! SO excited for you two. You will be amazing parents! <3
I’m pretty sure Vitaliy, Candace and all the world knows how I feel so for once in my life I will not say a thing
Glory!
So very happy for you guys!!! Congratulations! God is so good!
My favorite part…Our unity as husband and wife had produced something fully him and fully me. What a beautiful thing God has created!
I thought the big announcement must have been concerning V’s missing must ache! I have to say I am a little sad to see it go, you look like a kid again V, but beyond thrilled with the actual announcement. Love you guys!
Wow this amazing news! So thrilled for you guys! Congratulations!!!! May God bless your pregnancy and give you much wisdom in this new page of your life!
YEEHAW!!!!!! we are the MOST excited for this little one and for you two!
Love this!!! And btw great hair
Congratulations!! So so happy and excited for you!!
I am beyond thrilled for both of you! Love you so much!
Will always be your biggest fan in all you do!!!! So excited for this new chapter in your life ;)
Congratulations!! I’ve been waiting to hear such news from you for a while now ;) I’m sooo happy for you guys. You guys will make awesome parents. I too agree with what Jaime said… it’s so very true. Happy & Content Parents = Happy Baby xoxo
Hey guys, I heard the wonderful news recently but wanted to officially congratulate you here on the blog. We are so thrilled for you and know you will make amazing parents! Your marriage and transparency continue to inspire me from afar (haha, way down here on the peninsula). Miss you and sending you lots of love!