Finding our rhythm.
As Simon has been saying over and over, "I am so glad she's here."
We made the transition from hospital to home on Friday afternoon and spent the rest of the weekend just hanging out. Thank you so much for all the well-wishes and kind words. We are all really just so excited.
Lots of getting to know you moments. So far she is quite the little sleeper and quite the nurser - her two favorite activities. She is also really good at snuggling.
Simon is super protective of her. He makes sure to let me know that she needs help and gets very concerned when she appears to be in distress. Chris and I have had lots of "shared-look" moments as we watch Simon talk to her, tell her about whatever is on his mind at the moment, and show her his toys.
Keeping it very low key this week. Working on healing myself as I learn all about this sweet girl. Feeling really good overall (the meds definitely help this along) and taking things as easy as I can.
I love hearing all about Simon enjoying his baby sister that is wonderful!
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she is so beautiful, ali.
much love, hugs, and congratulations!
blessings,
erin
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so excited for you all! Glad simon is happy too and taking it all in stride :O)
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Congratulations, I can't wait to see mine also.
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She's so cute Ali Congratulations to you and your family!
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She is just so precious! The first picture of her and Simon just melts the heart!
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Thank you for sharing more pictures of your precious angel Anna, especially the picture of Simon holding his new baby sister. It's so sweet to hear how Simon is already protective of her and building that special sibling bond.
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What a sweetie! Blessings to you all...
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I just had a flashback to a telephone conversation we had years ago...simon was a little toddler, and kennedy as just becoming a teen.....now Simon is a big brother, and Kennedy is 19, and you my friend have a darling little girl to dote upon. Time sure does fly my friend!
enjoy these moments....much love
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Very cute Ali. Glad to hear that you are doing well. Thanks for the update.
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She looks beautiful and Simon holding her is just precious!!
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So sweet. It took us a bit to iron out a new routine but having a big brother will really help out! Congrats on your beautiful family.
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How sweet with her and Simon and the bottom picture is just stunning! Enjoy!
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I think from the sounds of it, simon has been waiting all his life for his little sister to arrive and there is nothing more precious than that !!!
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How sweet with her and Simon and the bottom picture is just stunning! Enjoy!
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Congratulations Edwards Family. She is beautiful. When you posted her photo, I so saw your mom. Enjoy and rest.
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Ali:
I am so happy for you and your family. I'm so glad to hear Simon is enjoying his baby sister. Take care of yourself and enjoy all the moments. Thanks for sharing with us. God bless.
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There is truly nothing so nice as a new baby and all the loveliness that comes along, too - beautiful pictures, Ali!
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Oh, she is just sooooo sweet. I'm so happy for you and your family. I was wishing every day for more pictures. Thanks for sharing her with us today!
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So glad for you all. She is beautiful! So glad that Simon is having such special times with his little sister! Take care of yourself.
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Hello Anna :) ...thanks for sharing these photos with us, Ali. Anna looks so sweet. She looks like you (and your sister) especially in the full front-on shot.
Enjoy & take your time in the "getting to know you" process. I never thought of it that way and makes me wish so much I had when I had my babies. They're full fledged teens now.
Have a wonderful week. Thanks again for sharing the captured moments. It must be dreamy right now at the Edwards' home. :)
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she is so beautiful! and i love how simon is the protective big brother :)
my son has autism too and was much younger than simon when our daughter was born. it wasn't an easy transition for any of us. but now that my Vince is 8 and Olivia is 5, they are the BEST of friends. in fact the other day when Vince's Behavioral Specialist came over to the house, Olivia asked me how come she didn't have a "specialist" too like Vince. so for the first time, i tried explaining autism to Olivia. when i was done, she asked me, "Well, how come I don't have autism like Vince? I want to have autism too!" it is so sweet seeing the strong sibling bond they have. i'm so excited for simon and anna to be the best of friends!
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Again, here I sit crying as I read your post and read about your sweet family. She is so so sweet, as is Simon. At least today I'm reading at home as I cry, not at work. Hugs to all.
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congratulations to the entire family. So glad Simon is enjoying his big brother role.
Best wishes for getting into your rhythym all of you. Bless you!
to Lily too.
Sharon F.
Oakland
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Ohhh she's soooo darling ! Simon looks so cute too !
Take care
Stephanie
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