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.
Thanks so much for sharing - she is absolutely beautiful! And yes, keeping it low key over the next several weeks should definately be your mantra.
I felt so much better this time around (#4) because I really just took it easy.
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she is beautiful! I have been thinking about and praying for you. If you are going to do a "watch me grow" monthly picture with a stuffed animal, blanket or chair, don't forget to snap your shot now that you are home for the "just born" pic. One month will be here before you know it.
Here is a link to the pics we have done with my son Elias - now 7 months: http://jessicaturnersblog.blogspot.com/2009/01/watch-elias-grow.html
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What a beautiful baby girl and how very sweet that Simon is a big caring brother to her!!!
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She's a beautiful baby! Wishing you and your family the best!
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Congratulations!! Thanks for sharing all the new baby excitement and settling in fun.
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She absolutely is gorgeous.
Simon is the best big brother Anna could ever wished for. I just love the first picture of him wearing his tiger-outfit.
Enjoy this time, it goes by way too fast.
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awe, enjoy! Glad you're feeling OK and take it easy. We are happy just to see the pics of your beautiful ones!
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Congrats on the new baby girl....She is Beautiful...
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She is beautiful - thank you for sharing such special pictures....Simon will be an awesome big brother.
Enjoy every moment - Hugs
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what a doll :)
simon is such a sweet boy holding anna!!!
take care!!!
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Holy cow, she is so cute! And what a special time for you all- getting to know each other, and watching Simon as a big brother!
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She is so beautiful Ali...
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oh, oh, oh!! How precious! My son is 7 months old now (I was one of the pregnant women in your CKU class in Chicago) and my 2 year old always tells me, "he's crying." Like, do something! I love watching them interact and you have a lot to look forward to. Glad everything is going well. Thanks for the photos!
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this moves me so...particularly the Simon, big*bro/big*sibling pieces. it is a privilege & a divine one at that to be an older sibling. to protect. to say such true & heartFULL things like, "I am so glad she's here." yes, yes, yes. such bliss.
blessings to all,
gem
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How can it get better then being greeted by Tiger!!?? SOOOOO cute!
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Ali,
She is absolutely beautiful. Love all the photos... Love that Simon is loving her so much. Very cool. =)
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She's so beautiful. I'm glad you're soaking her in, and so happy to hear Simon is loving on her as well.
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She's absolutely gorgeous, Ali!! Glad you're slowing down an taking it all in... enjoy her!
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She's absolutely gorgeous, Ali!! Glad you're slowing down an taking it all in... enjoy her!
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She's absolutely gorgeous, Ali!! Glad you're slowing down an taking it all in... enjoy her!
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What a sweet little one! Thank you for sharing the photos. Congratulations to you and your family on this lovely little arrival!
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She is a picture of health & the wealth of a loving family! Congrats to all of you - What a life huh?....
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Oh, what a little sweetie! Congratulations...everything looks pretty wonderful!
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OMG, she is adorable!! Congrats to you all! She is an angel sent from above!!
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Yay! BIG smiles. :)
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