April 21, 2011

40 weeks - baby is here!


Hello everyone! I'm happy to announce that my baby is here! She was born on April 17th morning, all healthy. It was a day before the due date, and the delivery took 12 hours...I will share the birth story sometime when I'm more settled down. We stayed at the hospital for 3 nights after she was born, and I decided to leave one day early. I felt like I had enough of hospital life, and I'm much happier to be back home, with my husband:) Thank you all for prayers and thoughts!

Thank you for those of you who gave me advice on what to bring to the hospital - it was really really helpful! Lots of drinks, lip balm, and socks were my friends while I was suffering with contraction pain.

Now I feel a bit sentimental that my pregnancy is over (you can read my week-by-week journey here), but I'm thinking of continuing the series as mama series on Thursdays perhaps? Any suggestions?


P.S. Hope you enjoyed the guest posts by Anna and Nette! More guest posts coming in the next few weeks...:)
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47 comments:

  1. netteApril 21, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Oh Chie! Congratulations once more! She is so, so, so beautiful and sweet. I would love to cuddle her all day! ;)

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  2. StephApril 21, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Congratulations! She's so beautiful!

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  3. Alice BartonApril 21, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    what a cutie!!
    glad everything went well!!!
    take care!

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  4. LittleMissSeamstressApril 21, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Congratulations! Your baby is so precious. All the best for you and your happy family welcoming the new member.

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  5. AvApril 21, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Congratulations Chie on the arrival of your bundle of joy. Has anyone mentioned that she resembles your husband in the photos?? Absolutely adorable!

    Baby smells best!

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  6. RebeccaApril 21, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Congratulations! She's gorgeous!

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  7. Nomaliza AzmanApril 21, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Congratulatins Chie! Take arest and enjoy the bonding moment :) Don't forget to breastfeed...hehe...

    Take care!

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  8. Ai DihaycoApril 21, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Congratulations! i was so thrilled when i got a response from u in twitter that ur holding ur baby.

    i think the mommy series every thursday is a good idea, i can relate too since im a mom.

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  9. Ai DihaycoApril 21, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    don't forget teh breastfeeding tips if your breast tend to gorge wrap it with cabbage leaves or just cold ice pack to the lump area and of course let your baby drink your milk, not pumping it too much. the more will gorge. I am successful in breastfeeding with my little ones so just want to share. good to know the lipbalm, socks and water really helps u. it was my saver when i had my labor too. hugs & kisses from here xxxooo

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  10. mkapiApril 21, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Congratulations:)
    Sweeeet!

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  11. AnonymousApril 21, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    She looks cute, you are so lucky ! Congratulations. I wish you the best !

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  12. LorenApril 21, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    So cute! Congratulations!

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  13. Miss QuahApril 21, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Congrats~!!! I'm so happy for u~!
    Can't wait to watch her grow up ^_^ she's so cute XD

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  14. Kaitlyn DreylingApril 21, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    I was waiting for this post! She's so adorable, and I can't wait for you to keep posting more photos! A mommy series is a must!

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  15. UnknownApril 21, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Congratulations, she's so cute!!!
    Thanks for having me!

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  16. Samantha NandezApril 21, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    Congratulations!! So happy for you!!

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  17. DitaApril 21, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    congratulation, so sweet :)

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  18. anioApril 22, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Congratulations!

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  19. EmilyApril 22, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    She is beautiful!! Congrats!!!!

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  20. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    SHe's so beautiful!!! SO happy for you!

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  21. AnonymousApril 22, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    ahhh! she's finally here! congratulations and so happy to hear both of you are healthy and well.

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  22. ZandaApril 22, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    Chie! She is so beautiful! I am happy about your family. Take care!

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  23. Dyah P.April 22, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    congratulations to a new mum! and welcome to the world for the cute & pretty little baby girl! :) can't wait to see her wearing one of your creations! ;)

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  24. Love Baby GrandApril 22, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Many congratulations to you both! She is just the most gorgeous baby. Soooo adorable! xo

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  25. KarolinaApril 22, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Congratulations! She's so cute... Greetings from Poland :)

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  26. RACHAELApril 22, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    congratulations again chie - she's absolutely beautiful and so very sweet :) xx

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  27. Little Mo and FriendsApril 22, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    congratulations chie! She's beautiful! Rest up and take care! xoxo

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  28. AnonymousApril 22, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Congratulation! Healthy to the dear baby.

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  29. Faye LewisApril 22, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Congratulations, you have a beautiful daughter.

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  30. Chie - Vivat VeritasApril 22, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Hey everyone,

    Thanks so much for the well wishes. Loving every minute of this mommy thing!

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  31. satomiApril 22, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    おめでとう！！赤ちゃんかわいい＞＜

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  32. SewtellmeApril 22, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Congratulations! She's precious.

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  33. Shamim AkhtarApril 22, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! She is beautiful! And she shares my birthday! Lots of love and hugs you way. xxxxx

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  34. BrigitaApril 22, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Congratulations! Glad to hear the baby's healthy. I wish you lots of happiness and cuddly moments. :)

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  35. AnonymousApril 23, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    beautiful baby!
    congratulations to mummy and dad from the Canary Islands in Spain.
    Lovely name as well (I know the meaning of Sophie, but I'd love to know the meaning of Kiko)
    Wish you all the happiness

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  36. Brittany H.April 24, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Congratulations and hugs! What a sweet little one. I know you are a proud mama. Thanks for giving us a sneak peek of her. Get some rest!

    Hugs and kisses!

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  37. Jasmine IrisApril 24, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    omg! congratulations! :) I am so happy for you! She is beautiful <3

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  38. JoyApril 24, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    What a precious, sweet little baby. Congrats!!

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  39. rika danielApril 25, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I know I am late, but never too late to welcoming the loooovely baby girl :) she's cute!! Hope mom and baby are healthy :)

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  40. AnonymousApril 25, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Congratulations indeed. Sophia is beautiful. Lots of love to you and your wonderful family x

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  41. EmeraldflareApril 25, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Congratulations Chie!!! She's beautiful! what a wonderful gift from God. May He continue to bless your little family! Love Nga

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  42. CaseyApril 25, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    I'm a bit late, but I wanted to say a big congratulations!!! :)

    ♥ Casey

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  43. KaylaApril 26, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Ahh I've been a lazy reader this past week so I'm late, but congratulations! How wonderful that you are your baby are both healthy and of course cute!

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  44. Chie - Vivat VeritasApril 26, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    thank you everyone:) now im trying to get used to a life with a small one..:)

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  45. AshleyApril 26, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Congratulations Chie, she is really beautiful, your most fabulous creation yet!! Enjoy every second of her baby-ness!

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  46. HipDroppedStitchesApril 27, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Congratulations! She is precious!

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  47. The StudesApril 28, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    What a beautiful little girl! congrats!

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