Welcome to the world, little one

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my favorite tiny toes

A month before her due date, our little lady surprised us and made an appearance into the world. She weighed 6 pounds 4 ounces, and measured 19 inches long. We are completely in love and totally sleep deprived. Slowly but surely, we are adjusting to our new role as parents.

I have many blog posts swirling around in my head. The trick now is to find the time to write them.

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  1. AmandaSeptember 16, 2013 at 4:25 AM

    Oh how exciting, and how happy. I was wondering if she was here already.
    Congratulations to you and your husband and welcome to this precious little girl.
    I am looking forward to read your adventures and impressions in this new roles.
    All the best!

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    1. AnnaSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:13 PM

      Thank you so much! And I can't wait to read about your adventures toward parenthood!

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Oh, congratulations! I hope she is happy and healthy and I wish you the same.

    The toes are adorable :)

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  3. NinaSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Congratulations and welcome to the world tiny toes! Wishing you all the best during what I'm sure is an insane but amazing time.

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    1. AnnaSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:19 PM

      Thank you! It is definitely an insane time, once I get used to something and think it is normal, it changes. It is a period of constant adjustment, but I am hoping to eventually develop a routine with the baby (apparently this is supposed to happen around the 3 months mark, except with premies, in which case its 3 months after their due date, not their actual birth date).

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  4. JustMeSeptember 18, 2013 at 2:36 AM

    OH wow!!! Congratulations!!! I am so happy for you and so glad all is well with your little girl. What a sweet, sweet picture :)

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    1. AnnaSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:19 PM

      Thank you! Can't wait to read about your own parenting adventures very soon!

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  5. EmilySeptember 23, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Congrats Anna!!!

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