Finding our rhythm.
Tags: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.




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Congratulations to you and your family. I'm so glad that Simon is excited about his little sister and is already in big brother mode. His sweetness chokes me up! :)
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PRECIOUS. What beautiful, tender moments. Thank you so much for posting and sharing.
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I love the picture of Simon holding his baby sister Anna. A big brother protecting his baby sister. Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos. Keep well!
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just beautiful to hear of Simon and Anna. Such special moments to be remembered always.
Take care of yourself, relax all you can and enjoy the moment.
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The big brother-little sister connection was so amazing for us also. When our youngest daughter came along her older brother would just sit and stare at her. He would offer his finger and she would just grab on to it and in doing so she got a hold of his heart. They developed a unique bond as they grew up. It's neat to see that as adults today they still care deeply for each other, especially since he is about to become a father himself with his first child this coming April...what a wonderful aunt she will be to his baby!
I hope and wish the same bond of love for Simon and Anna Caroline as they grow up together!
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Just so happy for you and your precious family, Ali!!! What a darling little pumpkin:)!
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Not every little girl is lucky enough to have a tiger as a big brother! Love that she is wearing her "cub" stripes, too. What a cutie.
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She is beautiful and it is so sweet that Simon is protective of his little sister. ;-)
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Such a special time...savor each and every moment...
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She's gorgeous! Enjoy every minute!!
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ooooooooooooooh...those cheeks! Just darling!
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So glad to hear that you're doing fine and to see those cute photos of Anna and of her big brother Simon. Lots of luck and love to you all!!
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love the picture of Simon holding his sister, it is so cool how older siblings jump into the protective nurturing role with new babies..precious.tena
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Thank you so much for sharing those beautiful pictures! Enjoy getting to know your precious girl (enjoy her being a sleeper while it lasts ;) ) and Simon in his new role. Are you finding things are coming back to you?
Take care of yourself as well!! Thinking of you and your wonderful family!!
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She really is lovely A, you are so lucky!! I'm so glad Simon seems to be bonding with her as well. Keep healthy and enjoy your time!! :D
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Ali - I just love the picture of Simon and Anna. I love that he's in his Tigger outfit and loving every minute of the time he gets to spend with his new baby sister. He's such a proud big brother. And she is just beautiful! I'm very excited for you and your family. I bet Chris is so proud, too.
Congratulations to all of you!
Jenell
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She is pretty adorable and so excited for Simon - he will be such a big protective brother - and happy that he is already sharing with her.
Enjoy your quiet week and take time to heal and rest!!
So happy for you all!!
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Oh my! What a beautiful babygirl she is. Simon looks so proud. <3 BIG congratulations to you and your beautiful family.
Hugs from Sweden
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aww, she is really pretty and I love the picture of Simon holding her. So sweet. He'll be the best big brother ever!
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Lovely and precious! All the best to your family! :)
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