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Shawn Rabideau

Meeting Baby Bryn

Shawn talks about baby shower planning and reflects on how motherhood has changed Bethenny.

July 29, 2010

 

The first moments of this week's episode had me crying! Could the moment of Bethenny telling Jason's parents the baby's name be any more beautiful? I am trying to put it into words which I am never short of and I actually can't. What an amazing way to honor Jason's brother! Giving Carol and Bob a granddaughter is one thing, honoring the baby with their lost son's name is a priceless, beautiful gift. I can't believe I am going to say this, but that moment…it kind of blows the wedding out of the water! And, I'm OK with that.

I've always heard having a baby changes a person. Nothing could be more accurate when it comes to Bethenny. As Jason said she is so nurturing, kind and sweet now that she has baby Bryn. And I think the birth of Bryn has made Jason much more caring and protective. The reality of the situation is it's not just Jason and Bethenny anymore. There's a baby involved that is so innocent, tiny and beautiful.

I was lucky enough to find all this out first hand! Shortly after Bryn's birth I received an email from Bethenny asking if I would like to help plan and design the baby shower. I was like, are you kidding me?! Did the planets and stars align and I wasn't told? Seriously?! This could mean only one thing…I regained Bethenny's trust! Let's face it, after threats of ripping my anatomy apart and coming way to close to certain parts of her anatomy, I think we finally understood each other. She understood my style and I understood her expectations. And planning this baby shower would be no different than planning the wedding, all the same expectations would apply.

Going over to see Bethenny (and Cookie) I was no longer nervous like I was when planning the wedding. OK, that's not entirely true. I would be lying if I said otherwise. I wasn't nervous to see Bethenny or Bryn. I was however, nervous to see Cookie. I'm not sure what it is, but that dog terrifies every piece of my being! I thought bringing a little treat would help…it did, for 2.5 seconds. In Cookie's mind she was probably like, "Thanks for the treat…Sucker!" In my mind I was like…progress. Hell, only time will tell with that one. Bring a treat when entering and leave quietly while exiting and no one gets hurt.

 

Comments

87 Comments

Seriously Bravo give this man his own show.. it would be a riot. You do a great job Shawn!!

Shawn, I love reading all your blogs!!! You have such a great heart and you are so resilient. I just can't imagine this show with out you!!! I would not miss a single episode of a show of your own!!! Take care and keep being the person that you are!

You definitely need your own show on Bravo....great wit, facial expressions, and what a wonderful (drama-filled) job to follow...made for reality tv!

I love how you handled every situation: therapist, event-planner, and friend all rolled into one. I know Bethanny is glad she was lucky to have you by her side through that crazy time!

Can't wait to see you with your own show! Good luck w/ Cookie (the treat idea is a good one!)

Shawn from the first time you were on the show I thought you were awesome. I completely agree with the other comments that you should have your own show. Your sense of humor mixed with your honesty makes you a personality I would like to see more of. Best of luck with what ever you choose to do and thanks for putting some "real" back into reality TV.

Shawn, I enjoy watching you on the show, you are so funny.
You did a wonderful job with Bethenny's wedding. Job well done. I want to see you more on the show. We want more and more of you.

Shawn, I enjoy watching you on the show, you are so funny.
You did a wonderful job with their Bethenny's wedding. JOb well done. I want to see you more on the show. We want more and more of you.

I've made it a point to read all of your blogs and I must say...great job!!! I loved reading every one of them - you're too cute and very humble!!! Job well done and wish you the best of luck in your personal and work life!!!!

OMG...another cake to do for Bethenny & Bryn???? Good luck once again!

Question for you or bloggers....What is the name of the artist that sang Bethenny's wedding song she danced to with Jason? Loved the song!

Very well-written, sweet blog...could not stop laughing at the Cookie part you wrote! The looks between you two on the show are hilarious! I have a Lhasa Apso and she is exactly the same as Cookie so I can totally relate. I'm so glad to see you on the show and ditto to you having your own show. I would definitely watch faithfully. Also, glad you thought Robert Verdi's behavior was as bad as it came across.

Dear Shawn,
you need to design a man-cave for Jason. He needs a place to get away from it all. That condo could not be big enough for all the egos that surround Bethenny. Now Max is hating on my hero Robert Verdi. I always loved his shows!! Max needs to learn how to behave in social situations. Maybe there is a etiquette school that he could go to in NYC. He is probably the type that does not know what fork to use, or where the napkin goes.

WOW... a TON of haters on here! Esp Dee Pittsburgh and! Give it a break, and don't hate on someone b/c they are beautiful, smart, talented, and literally HAVE IT ALL. Bethenny wants a baby shower, SHE GETS ONE! So, leave it alone!

Shawn, you're one of my favs on the show! Love you and your face!

Oh, gee, Bethenny's having a shower for herself? That's just all kinds of tacky. You didn't really let her do that did you???? The Countess's head must be exploding!

Dear Shawn,
I am losing hope for you. That wedding was enough of a fiasco and now you are asked to plan a baby shower? Who gives themselves a baby shower? Hey that gave me an idea...it has been 29 years since my sis's gave me a wedding shower. Do you think I should throw myself a shower? Some of the tupperware is missing lids, pots have worn out, thing got broken...etc. If the new trend is to throw yourself showers...then maybe I am not up on the new trends. I really could use some new corningware. What do you think Shawn?

Sean you are great, not to mention, hilarious, too! I think you should have your own show. Your face is so animated & could watch you all day, you're a cutie.

I LOOOVE your face expressions,you are a character!

SHAWN,
JUST LOVE YOU! IF I LIVED IN NY, I WOULD ASK YOU TO PLAN OUR WEDDING!
ENJOYED YOUR BLOG.
HOPE TO SEE ALOT MORE OF YOU IN BETHENNY'S SHOW (YOU ARE A WONDERFUL ADDITION TO AN ALREADY GREAT SHOW), AND HOPE YOU GET A SHOW OF YOUR OWN, AS WELL!
LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING WHAT YOU DO WITH BETHENNY'S BABY SHOWER!!

Shawn
You are adorable, if I was getting married and I could afford you there would be no other choice. You certainly took your hits and stood tall and did an excellent job. I enjoy you on the show. Anyone like you in NM

You are awsome super funny your all a heck of a team...keep up the good work!!!

Shawn,
you were so wrong about Max. He wrote the most awful things about Robert Verdi. That was so uncalled for. How dare he write that. You think he is nice, but the stuff he wrote is awful and reflects poorly on Bethenney. If I was her I would fire him for what he wrote.

Shawn, Glad to see you're back! I hope that cupcake in Brooklyn is tasty. I'm pretty sure Cookie smells your fear...you gotta be tough! I hope there's another season of Bethenny to come & I hope you are on it!

WHAT A DELIGHT TO WATCH YOU AND THE ENTIRE CAST IN PRESENTING THE VIEWING PUBLIC WITH A POSITIVE ENERGY SHOW WITH NO LOW-BROW CAT FIGHTS. NOW THE STATEMENT "YOU MESS WITH MY FAMILY YOU ARE MESSING WITH ME" CAN BE A POSITIVE COMMENT.

Sean I have to say you are soooo entertaining on this show. I think Bravo should keep you on as a regular or Bravo should give you a show because I would definitely watch it! You're hysterical, and you and Bethenny together during the wedding planning was priceless. You're awesome!!!

Shawn, Love love love you. Your blog was amazing and beautiful. Your work is gorgeous.
I hope we see much more of you on BGM. I even hope Bravo gives you your own show.
Your the best.

Shawn, you are such a great guy - love your facial expressions and verbal digs. It appears that you are an integral member of Bethenny's extended family. Your support of Max is as endearing as your happiness for the Hoppys. Yet, I peed in my panties when Cookie nearly attacked you. She was priceless: the stare, the growl, and then the lurch - with you barely making it out alive. Keep up the excellent work - wishing you continued success as you will surely get tons of new clients!

Shawn, you are truly one of a kind. They obviously broke the mold after they made you! At the wedding when you were escorting Bethenny to the doors where she would walk out, it was really magical. You were quiet (and even said, "shh, shh, shh" to Bethenny so she wouldn't get worked up over her veil when she thought you were stepping on it) focused and didn't want her to miss anything about that moment. It truly was like you had your mind set and focused to get her to that area quietly so that she would take it all in, not miss a moment, relish in it. And when Bethenny walked down the isle... Shawn, it truly seemed as though you were like a brother or father-figure and were so proud. It almost looked as though you didn't want to let her go alone, there was just something in your eyes. You were proud! Anyone who watched the entire season, and how you and Bethenny's relationship developed, one would know you wanted this to be perfect and magical for Bethenny. And at that moment, it seemed as though you had a moment of sadness that she had to walk that stretch alone. And I love the way when you guys were walking out of the first doors, you said to Bethenny, "are you ready" and she turned her head half-way towards you, and said "Yes, are you ready". Just the inflection in her voice, one couldn't help but realize there is a mutual admiration between you two. I truly hope you and Bethenny remain friends and keep in touch. Bethenny needs to be surrounded with the Shawn's, Jason's, and Julie's of this world so that she doesn't ever go another day taking on the world alone. There is no doubt Bethenny will still take on the world as only Bethenny can do, it would just be ashamed if she ever had to do it alone again. Thank you for being apart of the show and BRAVO to you Shawn! You are truly a remarkable man!

Oh and Shawn, here's a bit of inside information that will certainly keep you on Bethenny's good side : )...... If Bryn begins to act as though she has colic or tummy issues, PLEASE tell Bethenny to order something known as GRIPE WATER by BabysBliss.com. Shawn, I am not offiliated with that product, I receive nothing for telling you this. Just passing on valuable information to help if needed. I am an NICU nurse and both of my children were born 6 weeks early and had tummy issues and I tried gripe water recommended by a co-worker, and I was amazed! I buy a bottle for all of my friends having a baby. It is an all-natural product that contains ginger and sodium bicarbonate which is soothing to the stomach. My children's pediatrician even gave me the ok to try it. I was absolutely amazed and even though my kiddos are now 5 and 6 years old, I still tell everyone about this product! It is truly amazing!

OK, enough of that, sorry... that wasn't my intention in writing but I figured while I was writing I would share it with you (in hopes you read these comments) to pass onto Bethenny or Jason. I hope they don't need it for baby Bryn but if ever her tummy seems yukky, this will do the trick! Dosing instructions for her weight is on the bottle!

Good luck to you Shawn! I'm hpping Bravo gives you your own show, that would be fantastic!

Warm regards from Tammy in Florida! : )

I lost my only son 8 months ago.Shawn I am saying this to you because my brother is also gay.He and I were very close. We live in a small city in P.A. not far from where Jason is from.Aside from the fact you are an asset to the show and have great taste and funny.When Jason realized what it must have been like for his mom to lose Ryan I was so glad he kind of got the word out.People dont understand why I am not doing better.It also revealed how sensitive he is.I Knew you were.This isnt cute or witty and probaly wont get posted.Ive always loved Bethenny on both shows.Your the only people that make me laugh.

Shawn,
I have truly enjoyed watching you on the show for both your limitless talent and your wonderful personality. Also I LOVE your blogs - great perspective on the show and fun to get to know more about your personal and business life. I'm looking forward to seeing your "magic" at the babyshower!

Shawn, what a fabulous and heartfelt blog! I loved reading it. Wouldn't it be great if you had a reality/event planing show? There is A LOT of drama in event planning. I would watch your show! Are you listening, Bravo?

u were so sweet with bryn so at ease. yes u can see a differene in bethenny, iloved her the way she was but u just know bryn will have a wonderful life with a wonderful
mother an dad.they are so open with their love for her

You are simply amazing, funny, and always classy! Love your heart, your style, and your sense of humor! Awesome! I hope we keep seeing more of you. I'm a Facebook fan already!

You are such a nice guy. How sweet you were with little Bryn! I hope Bethenny has expressed to you appreciation for how level-headed you are when she's threatening to "rip your d#@! off" over things like cake. You two have hilarious chemistry. I wish you all good things and continued success. PLEEEASE don't change.

Shawn,

You are too cool. Your scenes are always entertaining and your blogs are a must read every time.

This reality TV makes us viewers believe we know the person on the shows, I truly believe you all those wonderful things that people say of a person who is loved by everyone. You must a the life of a get together. I'm looking forward to see your fabulous talent shine once again at the Baby Shower.

I wish you a fabulous, happy and full life.

All the best,

Arl

I am so glad that you are back on the show! It wouldn't be the same without Super Shawn. And the scene with you and Bryn was adorable - my intuition says that you would make a great dad! Something to consider!

You are such a pleasure to read/watch and know more about! You rock and you feel so genuine! Kudos to you for being so honest and sincere.... all the best for more success and happiness in your life!

Shawn,

You are a wonderful addition to B's life and are just as good with the one liners!

Way to rise above and not be a mud slinging "queen" as you put it!

I hope we see more of you on the show. You are very talented and funny as hell.

Hi Shawn,

Now that I've read your blog, it makes perfect sense why you looked so at ease when you were holding Bryn. Seeing you back was the great, seeing you with Bryn was much like the icing on the red velvet cake! Don't know if you read the message board, but I'm not the only one who thinks you deserve and could easily carry your own show - and if that is what you want, I hope it comes your way.

I look forward to next week and the season finale (although, finale is NOT something I like where this show is concerned) and hope to see more of you in the future! I mean, really, Bravo has done so much in other areas, why not a show around an event planner?

Shawn,
You are the best! What a sincere, kind man. I just love your actions and reactions to Bethenny's personality and wit.
Last night, I was hysterical with you at the apartment and anticipating Cookie's next move. I just know she will end up loving you----keep those treats coming.
We love you Shawn--Bravo, keep this guy around!!!!!!!!!!!!

FABULOUS YOU TOO!
Sean, give yourself more credit! YOU are FABULOUS too!
you not only do your job well, your interaction with Bethenny
has been more than just a 'challenge' I would say! she is very 'high maintinance' as we all know & you manage to get past & around that just fine, kudos to you!
you & cookie, oh dear, oh my dear, she's just got it in for YOU!
too bad she doesn't go after Max like that....I don't like him, he's NOT suited for that job, he's way too FULL OF HIMSELF, thinks the job is nothing but a 'party'....need I go on?
she needs someone there for her & with her, not with & for himself.
I love your style & your grace, your patience & reserve, you are one fine gentlman & I love you dearly ....... I am a true FAN of this show & Bethenny, you guys make a great show I can't tell you how much joy it brings to me just such a pleasure to watch!
I wish the best for you & good luck with the baby shower!

Dear Shawn-You are a very sweet and forgiving man! Honestly, that dog (cookie) needs Training - people should not be afraid to come in and out of the house.

YOU are fabulous!! I was so glad to see you back. Maybe if the show is renewed you will be an official 'event' planner for Betheny and Jason and we'll see lots from you. You're great and what a fabulous wedding you planned. Beautiful. Bravo ;~)

I know this seems sudden. but I may just love you. Excellent blog. You are a great part of this show!

Shawn,
I like the idea of a shower, however it is not approriate for Bethenney to give herself one. What you should be planning is a baptism party or something along those lines depending on their faiths. Showers are given by friends. I gave my sister a wedding shower, and my cousin a baby shower. I never gave myself a shower. I think another type of event would be better. SHowers occure before the child is born. Don't be part of something that is not going to seem right. My suggestion is to scrap the shower and go for just a come see our baby party.

Shawn, you are a dear sweet and talented man. I love watching you on the show and much success in your endeavors. You so deserve it! You and B are cute working together and I hope to see you on more shows.

Shawn, you are so awesome, you nailed it all on the head about babies and how if changes people.
You holding that lil baby was priceless, you could tell by looking you loved every minute of it.
Love you and your wonderful ways.

You are so entertaining to watch and did a great job for the wedding.

I remember Robert Verdi back in the day when he was just getting started decorating spaces for HGTV. My, what a little success can do for you. I was very disappointed in his arrogang attitude. Actually, I was shocked how much he seems to have changed. Shame on him. In the meantime, stay as you are...it is refreshing.

That was so beautiful Shawn! You are so funny and I love your animated expressions, like I feel your pain when you refer to anatomical annihilation and you really do have just the sweetest heart. Love what you did for the wedding and can't wait to see the baby shower! Bethenny beta count her lucky stars for nabbing you!

Hi Shawn:

No doubt about it you and a angel, so caring, attentive
and able to use great restraint in dealing with your
clients, and in this case, Bethenny.

Giving birth creates such a euphoria that is impossible
to imagine. You have witnessed this with Bethenny and
she has blossomed as a new mother. She is an incredible
new mother.

Watching this season has clarified to me that you are
a truly wonderful man and go completely out of your
way to make whatever event that you plan ..... a unique
extraordinary occasion. Continued success on your
outstanding efforts. It is certain that your clients are
always pleased by your diligent endeavors.

Little Bryn looked quite comfortable in your arms as
you glanced at her with" warm fuzzies" in your heart.

Wish we could see more of you, BRAVO, are you
listening?

signed: Shawn Rabideau Fan

Shawn,

You are simply fabulous! You did an amazing job with the wedding and I'm sure the baby shower will be just as grand.

As for Cookie...her breed of dog is just like that very, very territorial and she can sense your trepidation towards her. Just keep bringing her treats and she'll warm up to you!

I too hope you are getting a ton of business from the exposure on the show, you deserve it!

BTW...what was the name of the Cake Shop you got the wedding cake from? I can't remember. Do you know if they have a website?

You need your OWN show! Come on BRAVO!

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