Matt and I are very happy to introduce our daughter, Ellie, who joined our family on Feb. 23.
Ellie arrived one week before her due date and weighed 8 pounds even.
Her full name is Elizabeth Audrey Julia. Elizabeth from my mother’s middle name and Audrey from Matt’s mother’s name.
We’ve been doing very well getting to know each other. Ellie is a good sleeper and eater so far, and we’re doing our best to keep meeting her needs.
Baxter is maybe a little more watchful, but mostly he is his usual relaxed and lazy self. He chooses to interact with her every so often, sniffing or sharing his sunbeam or hanging out on the bed with us. He’s not bothered by her noises, except for the occasional moments when angry baby shows up. Mostly he ignores her and carries on as usual, which is exactly the response I was hoping for.
I’m continuing to write about the steps we took to prepare Bax for Ellie’s arrival on ThatMutt.com.
We’re all taking our time adjusting to our new family and enjoying life together.
It’s amazing to see our families come together in this little girl and think about what her future holds. The optimism and possibility that a baby brings are pretty special.
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Ohhhh congratulations and a very warm welcome to baby Ellie from all at Mudville.
Thank you so much!
Congratulations! Welcome Ellie!
Thanks so much, Sarah!
Congratulations Julia, Elizabeth is beautiful!
Thank you. We think so.
Congratulations! Your precious little is beautiful!
Thank you very much.
Congratulations! Ellie is adorable and I’m happy to hear that Baxter is taking it all in stride!
Thank you. We’re happy things are going so well so far.
Congrats on your beautiful baby girl!! So glad Baxter approves 😊😊. Ellie is so lucky that she has such a loving home in which to grow up. ❤️ Looking forward to future photos of her progress. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you very much for your kind wishes.
Look at her!! She’s absolutely gorgeous. I’m thrilled she’s here and everyone is safe. It looks like you are all falling in love, which is as it should be. These are amazing days to savour! xoxo
We are indeed. Thank you very much.
Congrats to all, and a warm welcome to little Ellie!
Thank you so much. It’s nice to hear from you!
Congrats! She is beautiful 🙂
Thank you! We’re enjoying her.
I’m happy for your little family – congratulations! It’s good to hear that Baxter is doing well around little Ellie.
Thanks, Barbara. We’re happy that things are going so well so far.
She’s so darling. Congratulations! I’m very happy for you, Matt, and Baxter.
Thanks so much, Stacy.
What a beautiful baby girl!!!!!! Congratulations!!! That takes me back in precious times!
Thanks so much. We feel very lucky.