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Sunday, August 28, 2011

Our Littlest Coconut

She's here! She's here! Ohmygosh she's here!!!!

(clearing throat) Sorry, I'm still just a little excited. Our sweet and wonderful baby girl is finally here with us and let me tell you she is nothing short of amazing! Of course I'm not at all biased. ;)

Meet our little Juliet

Juliet came into the world on August 22nd at 12:52pm. She weighed 7lbs., 8oz. and was 18.5" long. She has soft brown hair and the most kissable cheeks ever!

James is absolutely head over heels in love with her. His first words to her were: "I love you, baby sister!!". He has showered her with so much love and affection that it has brought me to tears on more than one occasion. It's heaven seeing the two of them together.

My husband and I are just as proud as can be and feel so very blessed to have these two loves in our lives.

PS: I am beyond happy to report that, despite a very rough start, exclusive breastfeeding is going beautifully!! I owe so much to my friends and local La Leche League consultants for their support!

~Thank you for your comments!~
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142 comments:

  1. 6cuorieunacasettaAugust 28, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Bellissima! Congratulazioni!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    She is adorable! So glad James is so in love with her!! He looks so happy to be holding her!

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  3. SusanAugust 28, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Happy Birthday Juliet!! Welcome to your most wonderful family. I'm so happy to finally meet you and look forward to watching you grow. All our love!

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  4. ElleAugust 28, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful and what a sweet older brother. Enjoy your time with your little ones. xoxoxox

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  5. AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    She is darling! Congratulations!

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  6. EwaAugust 28, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Congratulations to you and your husband.

    Juliet is such a little, sweet beauty ;-)

    She has her birthday exactly the same day as my husband and he is a lovely person so I guess she will be more the bundle of joy for your family ;-)

    One can tell that James is in love with his baby sister ;-)

    Looking at siblings sharing the unspeakable moments of love are the most precious moments to keep;-)

    Love from Poland
    Ewa

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  7. workout mommyAugust 28, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful! Enjoy those baby snuggles! :)

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  8. Beth- the mama beeAugust 28, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    she is so beautiful. and so alert! It's so much fun having two- we are so happy for your new addition!

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  9. Love and LollipopsAugust 28, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Congratulations Mari-Ann and family!!!

    Juliet looks too beautiful and makes me feel very broody!

    Enjoy every second of this precious newborn stage!!

    Georgia
    :)

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  10. VanessaAugust 28, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    O. M. G. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    She is absolutely beautiful. I've been waiting for this update. :-) *squeal*

    Enjoy your "time off" with your newest squishy. While I'll miss your posts, I hope I don't "see" you too soon. Baby-hood is fleeting.

    Congratulations!!!!!!

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  11. FörskoleburkenAugust 28, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Wow, she is truly gourgeous. Congratulations Mari-Ann!
    Hugs
    Maria

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  12. SaraAugust 28, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Congratulations! She's beautiful.

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  13. Susana VigárioAugust 28, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Your littlest is beautifull!!! I wish that life is kind to her and lots of happiness for all the family! Congratulations!

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  14. tracey (aka rainbowmummy)August 28, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Aww Mari-Ann I am so happy for you guys!!! All of our (my family) love to you guys xxxxxxxxx

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  15. HenryAugust 28, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful addition and for having prepared your son for this change so well.

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  16. leigh7911August 28, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    She's *beautiful*!!! Congrats to all. :)

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  17. **Ashley P**August 28, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    She is beyond words! Congrats to you all! James looks so proud as a big brother!

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  18. IrinelliAugust 28, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Congratulations! :) I'm very happy for you! Welcome to the world, little Juliet!!!

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  19. BrookeAugust 28, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    CONGRATS Mari-Ann! She's BEAUTIFUL!!!

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  20. LisaAugust 28, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Congrats! She is absolutely beautiful!♥

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  21. AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Congratulations! She is precious!

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  22. MeAugust 28, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Awwww! She's perfect! Congratulations! Enjoy your baby moon! (but I am looking forward to reading your blog again whenever YOU are ready.)

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  23. DebbieAugust 28, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Congratulations. She is adorable! Enjoy!

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  24. XYZZAugust 28, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    She's beautiful! Congrats to the whole family. :) So happy to hear that you're breastfeeding too.

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  25. NikiAugust 28, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Yea! Congratulations to all of you. What a sweetie. :) And hooray for breastfeeding!!

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  26. Leptir (Nataša)August 28, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Congrats my dear Mari-Ann! I'm so happy for you and your family :-)
    Your little princess Juliet is absolutely cuuuuute and adorable!

    Kisses!
    Nataša

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  27. jeanaAugust 28, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Congratulations! She is just beautiful!

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  28. JaimeAugust 28, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Congratulations! She is GORGEOUS!

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  29. Shanea August 28, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Yay! Congrats! How sweet that he is doting on her already. Hope everyone is doing well.

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  30. JenAugust 28, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! What an exciting time for all of you! I certainly will miss seeing you here, but am glad that you have chosen to spend your time soaking up those amazing first moments. Enjoy, Mama!

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  31. KaraAugust 28, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Congratulations!!!! Welcome to the world Sweet Juliet- you are beautiful!

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  32. LeahAugust 28, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Oh my goodness! She is so cute! Congrats. I'm sure you'll find having two kids is a lot of fun. Enjoy your family!

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  33. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Congratulations! She is BEAUTIFUL!

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  34. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Congratulations! She's such a cutie!!

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  35. LisaAugust 28, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    That is one lovely little lady. A boy and then a girl is such a blessed little way of doing things. Millionaire's family! Congrats.

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  36. twolittleseedsAugust 28, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Yay! Well done to you to! She is gorgeous. Enjoy you days, Daisy xxx

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  37. KarenAugust 28, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Que BELLA!!! es ABSOLUTAMENTE HERMOSA!!! Muchas Felicidades y muchas Bendiciones!!! Tienes dos hermosas Bendiciones!!! Hermosa Familia!!

    Besos y Abrazos!!
    Karen

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  38. Jennifer JAugust 28, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    What a beautiful gift from Heavenly Father! Enjoy every minute - you know babyhood goes by way too fast. I'm so glad you are able to breastfeed - I spent 10 years nursing my babies, and it was the best part of my life. Congratulations!!

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  39. PipAugust 28, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    stunning, wonderful and amazing!! congratulations on the birth of you beautiful little girl! and so lovely to see big brother so in love!! Love to you all!
    Pip x

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  40. AliciaAugust 28, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    So so so so happy for you & your family!!! Beautiful photos!

    yay for breastfeeding! I would have been lost without a great lactation consultant + my friends in my parenting group.

    Enjoy your babymoon!

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  41. KimmyGoatAugust 28, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    stepping out of lurkdom to say welcome and congratulations!

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  42. GrażkaAugust 28, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Congratulations!She is so beautiful:) Fantasic name(my daughter's name is Juliet:))!!

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  43. SacagaweaAugust 28, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Gratulacje! Congratulations from Poland! She's wonderful :-)

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  44. JohnAugust 28, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Congratulations Mari-Ann! Juliet (great name) is a little beauty! Counting Coconuts continues......

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  45. nunuAugust 28, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    she is absolutely delicious! i love the picture of james admiring his baby. what a sweet post to read. so so happy for you and your family! congratulations! looking forward to hearing your birth story and how you fared with irene and a newborn.

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  46. Mrs. BAugust 28, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Congratulations! Two beautiful children! God bless.

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  47. ReneeAugust 28, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful!

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  48. The Activity MomAugust 28, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Congratulations! She is ADORABLE!

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  49. FaithAugust 28, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Precious! Congratulations and best wishes to you and your family. These days will go fast! Enjoy every moment.

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  50. Susan CAugust 28, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Oh, such a cutie! I know she won't be short on kisses anytime soon. Congratulations!

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  51. WhitneyAugust 28, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Congratulations. She is beautiful & I can tell just how proud big brother is! I'm glad breastfeeding is working out with you. It takes a lot of time and determination, but you can do it!

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  52. AshleaAugust 28, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful! You must be so happy. And I'm so glad breastfeeding is going well; those LLL ladies are wonderful, aren't they!
    Enjoy your newest little one!

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  53. MaraAugust 28, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Congratulations, she is just beautiful!

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  54. KristinaAugust 28, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Wonderful news. Congratulations.

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  55. EliseAugust 28, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Welcome to the world Juliet. Juliet is "beauty full". I am thrilled for you.

    The photos of your two precious babies are priceless and such a joy to see.

    Congratulations to you all and thank you so much for taking the time to letting us know that Juliette is here.

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  56. SaraAugust 28, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful! Praying for you during this time of family transition.

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  57. KylieAugust 28, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    SHe is absolutely gorgeous, congratulations!

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  58. Princess KwangwareAugust 28, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Congrats!!!

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  59. dgullerAugust 28, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    congrats!!! she is gorgeous!!!! i'm so happy bf is going good... she was born a day after my bday!!

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  60. NatymAugust 28, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Congratulations! She's so beautiful!

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  61. AngelaAugust 28, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Congrats, she is beautiful. I hope you are recovering well.

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  62. KoryAugust 28, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Beautiful! Congratulations!!

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  63. FirstComesBabyAugust 28, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Wow what a cute little addition to your family! She's perfect.... congratulations!!
    Angela@ First Comes Baby...

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  64. Marie @ Chocolate-Covered ChaosAugust 28, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Congratulations! She's beautiful!!!

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  65. AiméeAugust 28, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Oh Mari-Ann big huge congratulations to you and your husband!! JULIET is absolutely beautiful! And it looks like she's smiling at you guys already! James really looks like he's enjoying his baby sis! take care and enjoy all the "firsts"! Much love to you and your's... Aimée xoxo

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  66. Natalie PlanetSmartyAugust 28, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Congratulations! What a beautiful baby girl!

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  67. AbbyAugust 28, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Congratulations! She is so cute, and what a beautiful name! Many blessings.

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  68. Cathy @ NurtureStoreAugust 28, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    She's absolutely beautiful - congratulations!

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  69. KatieAugust 28, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    She is beautiful. Congratulations!

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  70. BethAugust 28, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    She is beautiful! Love the pictures with her big brother!

    YEAH for your success with nursing!! 2nd time around with us was so much easier then with our first.

    Blessings

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  71. BrandiAugust 28, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Congrats! She is such a beautiful little girl!

    Glad BFing is going well!!!

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  72. JessAugust 28, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Oh congratulations!!! Just fantastic news!!! She is totally gorgeous. and she was born on my birthday! I feel very lucky! (:

    You were right to finish up the blog - she was keen to arrive wasnt she!

    Enjoy this precious time - it sounds like you all are anyway! (:

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  73. The Malayan Tiger MomAugust 28, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Congratulations Mari-Ann! and Happy Birthday to Juliet. You share the same birthday with LeAnn Rimes & Shania Twain!

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  74. Laura OdomAugust 28, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful!

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  75. StephanieAugust 28, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    She is the cutest Baby ever! Congratualtions! I am so happy for you all! And I'm so glad that brestfeeding is going well.

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  76. EmilyMAugust 28, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    Congrats she is beautiful!

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  77. Rachel KaylynnAugust 28, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    She is gorgeous! Congrats!

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  78. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Ohh shes beautiful! So glad everyone is getting along wonderfully! Good luck! And Congrats!

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  79. Mommy MomentAugust 28, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    She is absolutely beautiful, just like her mama! Congratulations to you, your husband and James!

    God Bless!
    Jody

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  80. DizzyhappymamaAugust 28, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    watching your kids bond = BEST THING EVER!!

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  81. BrenAugust 29, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    She is perfect! Congratulations!!! Enjoy nursing! LLL is a wonderful resource. I also found kellymom.com very useful! Enjoy this time with your precious little girl!!!

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  82. jengodAugust 29, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Gorgeous little girl! Enjoy the breastfeeding and keep reaching out for help if you need it! Thanks for sharing the pix with us reader-fan types. :) Best, ~j

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  83. ChristineAugust 29, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    Congratulations! I love her name!!

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  84. Michelle GibsonAugust 29, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    So excited for you! Congratulations on such a sweet and wonderful addition to your family. So cute to see James' reaction to Juliet and hear of his love and devotion to her. And she really is a beautiful baby! So happy you are in love and hope that you are enjoying your babymoon and resting up!

    I am glad to hear that nursing is going well, too. The first few weeks are always the hardest, but after that it is the best thing. I love that bonding time. :) So happy that you have support, too. :)

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  85. UnknownAugust 29, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    OK, your beautiful baby girl has, like, the most perfectly shaped face EVER! (My babes always had a bit of a "squished alien" appearance to 'em when they were born...)

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

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  86. JoeyAugust 29, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    She's beautiful, congratulations to you all! She's joined a very special family!
    hugs for you all!
    ~ joey ~

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  87. Mommy to the PrincessesAugust 29, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    She is so pretty! Congratulations!

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  88. KellyAugust 29, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    Congratulations! She's BEAUTIFUL!

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  89. TanyaAugust 29, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    Congratulations Mari-Ann! She's just gorgeous and I love her name :) So glad all went well for you and that James is loving being a big brother.

    Enjoy your babymoon and glad that bfing is going well :) Best wishes!

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  90. CindyAugust 29, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Congratulations, Mari-Ann!!! I was thrilled to see your post!!! She is absolutely perfect!! You make an awesome big brother, James!!!

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  91. Mamma_volipindariciAugust 29, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    She is so beautiful! James is adorable!! Congratulations for breastfeeding!!!!!!

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  92. MariannAugust 29, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Gyönyörű szép kislány!

    Gratulálunk!

    Congratulations Mary-Ann!

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  93. MazzaAugust 29, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    OMG Juliet is gorgeous and the pride in big brothers face!!!!!!! Congratulations to you all.xxxxxxxx

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  94. LizAugust 29, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely gorgeous and the photos of her with James and precious. Welcome Juliet!

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  95. The Knitty Gritty HomesteadAugust 29, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I'm not biassed at all, and she IS amazing...little rosebud lips, wideset eyes...precious! These pictures brought tears to my eyes when I remember introducing my son to his new little sister...priceless moment. Now my kids are 6, 4, and 2, and I love watching what a wonderful teacher and big brother he has become. They fight and wrestle and dance and cuddle and create together. A child's first and lifetime friend is their sibling...what a lovely gift you've given James! And her name...LOVE IT! Glad to hear you're doing well. Enjoy your babymoon.

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  96. MindyAugust 29, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    She's absolutely gorgeous! Congrats!!!!

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  97. CrisAugust 29, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Welcome Juliet! And congratulations to your lovely family.
    I wish you all the best from Spain.
    Cris

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  98. CAugust 29, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Wishing you all the best, Mari-Ann! Juliet is just beautiful. What a wonderful picture that is of James gazing so lovingly at her!

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  99. FionaAugust 29, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Congratulations! She's so beautiful! Enjoy this precious time with your family :)

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  100. GabrielleAugust 29, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Congratulations! Your two little ones are precious together!

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  101. WeenaAugust 29, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Congratulations! What an adorable baby girl.

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  102. DinahAugust 29, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    She is so beautiful! Congratulations Mari-Ann. Enjoy this most wonderful and precious time.

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  103. Erica Clements, PhotographerAugust 30, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Congratulations! She is so beautiful and your heart must be overflowing right now. What a sweet big brother she has too!

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  104. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Congratulations! She shares her birthday with daughter Indigo who just turned one!! Enjoy all the bliss and love over the next few months... lifetime really! xo m.

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  105. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Congratulations on your little blessing! She's beautiful. :)

    By the way, I just gave you an award on my blog, because yours is definitely my go-to Montessori blog. :)


    http://www.ourmontessorihome.com/2011/08/lovely-blog-award/

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  106. Leisure TreasureAugust 30, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Tiny sweet one, welcome!!! Many blessings!

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  107. AKGeekGirlAugust 30, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    She is SO cute! and beautiful, too. James looks like he's going to be a doting, wonderful big brother! Congratulations!

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  108. www.OhThePlacesWellRoll.comAugust 30, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Congrats! She is adorable. And glad to hear nursing is going well...La Leche saved BOTH of my nursing relationships!

    :)
    jen

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  109. MarlynnAugust 30, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    OH ya!!! Now you've got the breastfeeding down, it will be a snap!

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  110. melissaAugust 31, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    She is beautiful! Congratulations to you, the husband, and James! He looks like a natural already!

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  111. LuluAugust 31, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Congratulations she is gorgeous- and the love that James is showing for her in the photos is so special.

    Love the name and that both of their names start with J!

    Enjoy your babymoon!

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  112. AP MommyAugust 31, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Congrats! She is beautiful and I LOVE that her big brother loves here. Makes me smile. Enjoy these first few weeks.

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  113. W-S WanderingsAugust 31, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Oh, a warm "Welcome to the world" to Juliet!!! And CONGRATS to the whole family!!! That's a gorgeous crew you've got there, mama.

    Blessings to you all...

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  114. UnknownAugust 31, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    OMG Congrats!!She is beautiful!

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  115. NanAugust 31, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Juliet is adorable, just as James and you. Thanks a million for sharing so many wonderful ideas with us and sharing this new journey.

    Blessings,
    Nancy

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  116. czips77September 1, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Congratulations!!!
    Greetings:***

    Monika (The Netherlands)


    p.s. thank you for this wondefull blog!)

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  117. Vicky @ Mess For LessSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    She is a beauty! Congratulations!

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  118. UnknownSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Congrats on the beautiful addition to your family! Hello! Just letting you know that I have nominated you for the "One lovely blog" award :)

    Darla
    http://myaandmeblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/one-lovely-blog-award.html

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  119. Bernadette RegoSeptember 2, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Congratulations to you and your beautiful family!

    Hugs from Canada :-)

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  120. RachelSeptember 2, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    She's so cute. Congrats.

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  121. Horváth EmerenciaSeptember 3, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful and what a sweet older brother.

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  122. MummyzillaSeptember 4, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Congratulations! I love the name (my second daughter is Juliet). She looks very sweet and I'm glad to hear that it is going well.

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  123. Deb ChitwoodSeptember 4, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    I just found your post about your precious Juliet! I've been loving your photos on Facebook and am so happy to hear breastfeeding is going well now, too! So perfect - and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE James' responses! Congrats again - and have fun with your beautiful family! :)

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  124. Blooming MamaSeptember 5, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Awwwwww, Congrats! Adding to a family is truly a blessing! I just started reading your blog and I LOVE it!

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  125. Mom to 2 Posh Lil DivasSeptember 5, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Congrats friend, she is absolutely perfect and oh so fabulous! Enjoy each and every second!!!

    Bern

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  126. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Congratulations! That's wonderful news and I'm so happy for you. What a sweet pair your kiddos make. Enjoy it!

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  127. MichelleSeptember 5, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    So glad to hear that you are all doing well! Juliet is beautiful and I love the pictures of your two adorable children together. I remember when my Juliette was born, every morning Emily would wake up and come into our room and ask where Juliette was and then just gaze at her in the cradle. It is an amazing feeling!! So glad that exclusive breastfeeding is going so well...that is a pretty amazing and wonderful thing too :) Can't wait to see more pictures as you have time to post...until then continue to enjoy your beautiful baby girl!!

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  128. Christie - Childhood 101September 6, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    She is wonderful. Best wishes to you all x

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  129. Nicole {tired, need sleep}September 6, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I love that second photo! I do not see how you can get anything done - I would be feasting non-stop on that sweet little rosebud of a mouth. :) You always make beautiful things, Mari-Ann, but she is absolutely perfect! Good job, Mama - and welcome, sweet little Juliet!

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  130. EvaSeptember 6, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Aww congrats!!, she is absolutely beautiful God Bless <3

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  131. RebeccaSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    CONGRATS! Enjoy that precious bundle of joy and dont worry at all about blogging until your good and ready. And yay for breastfeeding! And yes, it is very rough at the beginning, ugh! But then it will be smooth sailing :) You wont feel a thing pretty soon.

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  132. kateksSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Congratulations! I'm already excited to read your blog, but it's even more cool now because I am a LLL Leader and love that you gave us a nod! Glad to hear you are receiving great support from your local group. :)

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  133. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    How adorable! Seems like yesterday that my twins were that small...now they are 4 months and soon enough they will be off to school! I am trying to cherish each and every day of them being tiny because it only lasts a very short period of time!

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  134. Lisa @ Our Country RoadSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Sorry so slow to congratulate you!! Congrats on your new sweetie. Her name is perfect!!

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  135. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    Congratulations! She is precious! She looks so teeny but was actually bigger than my son was at birth (7lbs, 7oz). Its amazing how much they grow. My son is only 4 months now and is 15lbs!

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  136. mommy22001September 13, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Congrats! Juliet is beautiful :)

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  137. Roses - Mama MagicSeptember 15, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Congratulations! She's adorable! (Smiling from ear to ear!).

    I was holding myself back from checking in lest I'd be disappointed.

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  138. The Sunshine CrewSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Congrats to you and your family. Such sweet photos. Love the one with James and Juliet. Adorable!
    Glad that nursing is going well too.
    Enjoy your time together bonding.
    Hugs to you and yours!
    Colleen:)
    P.S. I am hosting a mom's night out where we are going to make some neat felt items...many of the ideas come from your blog for our get-togethers. We all think that you are awesome and wish that you lived close by and could come every month for some fun!

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  139. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Congrats! She is so pretty!

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  140. GigiSeptember 20, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Congratulations!she is beautiful!

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  141. JenSeptember 22, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    A little late for this, but congrats on the beautiful baby girl - - I am a little partial, since we share a birthday!

    Congrats!
    Jennifer Fraticelli

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  142. RobinSeptember 27, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    I just found your blog and spent about two hours on it--so inspiring! I love all of your activities and hope to use at least a few of them with my daughter. I finally clicked over to your most recent post to thank you for sharing your work with us and see that you have a new baby girl--congratulations, she is so beautiful!

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Just a reminder: I moderate all comments before they're published, so if you don't see your comment appear right away, that's why!
Cheers, Mari-Ann :)