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Brooke, Clarke Littles
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May 7, 2015

1 Month Old

1 MonthI cannot believe it has been a month since Brooke was born. I just want to freeze time and enjoy every second of her being this little. It probably feels extra fast since she was in NICU for almost a week, so technically she has only been home for a little over three weeks. My mom stayed with us the first week she was in NICU. My mom was a tremendous help getting us through the first few days of little sleep, me healing and the stress of NICU. Then, Kevin’s mom came and stayed the second week with us and helped us get all settled in as a family of three. After that, my mom came back and stayed the third week with us. I loved having our moms here not only to help, but also to enjoy this precious time with us.

 
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However, I have loved these past two weeks with just me, Kevin and Brooke, during the week, even more (& our parents on the weekend.. they just can’t get enough of Brooke). I could spend all day just looking at her and snuggling with her. & I pretty much do. Overall, she is an awesome baby and I couldn’t be more thankful to be her mommy. She already has a little personality and I can’t wait to see it blossom more.

 

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BROOKE LOVES

cuddling with mommy & daddy

being swaddled

eating

kisses from daddy

sleeping

having her hands near her face

car rides

her cute outfits & headbands (well I do at least & she doesn’t cry so I take it she does too)

 
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BROOKE HATES

diaper changes

9-11pm

the end of her bath

her clogged tear duct
 
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& she has gained a pound this month! She is now 6lbs 11oz!!
 

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  • Erica @ WhimsicalSeptember
    May 7, 2015

    She is so precious! I had to smile when I saw that she strongly dislikes 10-11pm because my daughter Hadley did too around that age. It was rough, but she’s a great sleeper now. So glad you’re soaking up some quiet time with her. Those baby snuggles are unlike anything else!

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  • Leslie @ The Martin Manifesto
    May 7, 2015

    She’s a beautiful baby! So sweet! Glad things are going well for you as you learn the ropes of parenthood!

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  • Natalie @ Never Serious Blog
    May 7, 2015

    She is so beautiful! Seriously, looks like an angel!

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  • gettinfitfab
    May 7, 2015

    She is SO beautiful ♥ She looks like an Angel.

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