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Introducing Our Sweet Girl

September 1, 2020

I’ve been so excited to share the happy, wonderful, truly joyful news that our sweet baby girl has arrived! I’ve waited so long to become a mother, and now that our sweet girl is here, Todd and I are both overwhelmed with so much love for this precious gift from God.

A picture of our sweet baby.

Ania Nichelle was born July 13th at 2:43 am. A perfect 8 lbs, 14.9 ounces and 21 inches long. We didn’t have the easiest birth, for her or I, but the important thing is we’re both healthy and doing wonderful after some much needed rest. 

She’s a true momma’s girl, loving to cuddle and sleep on my chest and we’ve been enjoying our time together, spending most of our days snuggling and staring at each other. She’s truly precious and my heart overflows with love. 

A picture of Shayna holding the baby.

A week or so after she was born, we had my good friend and photographer, Patrice Neil, take some pictures. I will cherish them forever… she’s already changed so much!

We had so much fun posing her for her newborn pictures. She was such a good girl, letting us move her around however we needed to get what we were looking for. Even though her nursery still isn’t done (we didn’t get her dresser delivered until the day she was born thanks to back orders and delays), I still wanted to have pictures taken in her room. 

A picture of Todd and Shayna holding the baby.

They’re almost more than my heart can handle. Even though she’s over a month old now (how did that happen so fast?), she’s been smiling since she was a few days old. It completely melts Todd and I… it’s so precious. I’m thrilled we were able to capture it during her newborn pictures. 

A picture of our sweet girl.

A picture of our sweet girl.

Oh, our sweet Ania… she has our hearts. I’ve said multiple times that I now know exactly how big a mother’s love is… and that I know how much my mother loves me. Your heart truly beats outside of your chest, making it emotional to breathe sometimes. Children are such a precious blessing.

I’ll admit, it was hard work getting her here, but she is worth every second of it. 

A picture of our sweet baby.

Now that we’ve had some time together getting to know each other, we’re starting to get into a little bit of a routine. She’s a wonderful sleeper and she loves to eat. Todd has been incredible (no doubts there), and I’ve been soaking up all the sweet baby newness she brings with her. Life is good. 

A picture of Todd holding the baby.

We can’t wait to watch this sweet girl grow… just please slow down! It’s already going so fast!

I’m Shayna… The small town Colorado girl who’s obsessed with home and everything that entails! I’m a creative, a decorator, a day dreamer, a huge fan of scones and I’m passionate about loving where I live and making a home.

41 Comments

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  1. Laurie says

    September 1, 2020 at 10:53 AM

    I’m so happy to see your post today. She is so beautiful Congrats!!!

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  2. Linda says

    September 1, 2020 at 10:57 AM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful. Enjoy every minute. I’m sure you’ve been told, “they grow up too fast”.

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  3. Yolanda says

    September 1, 2020 at 11:03 AM

    Thank you for sharing your sweet angel with us all! Congratulations to you, Todd, and your entire families!
    Ania is a beautiful baby angel. Sending love and blessings to you all.

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  4. Tammy Gottfried says

    September 1, 2020 at 11:58 AM

    Congrats!!! She’s gorgeous. So happy for you!

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  5. Corrie says

    September 1, 2020 at 3:05 PM

    Congratulations! And hugs–the newborn stage is ROUGH!

    I have a 3-year-old myself, and a bunch of our friends/family just had babies, so I can’t resist sharing a few books that changed all of our lives.

    —The Happiest Baby on the Block (a sleep guide—do the swaddling and shushing techniques for sure).

    –The Wonder Weeks (the schedule for developmental leaps–A MUST HAVE!–get the app, too).

    –Baby Led Weaning (skipping purees and moving straight on to “real” food).

    Good luck!

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  6. Cindy N. says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:14 PM

    Congratulations ~ she is Gorgeous !! So happy for you all : )

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    • Cindy N. says

      September 2, 2020 at 8:59 AM

      Thx for the home tour! you all have been Very busy & it’s looking Awesome. Don’t let the rest overwhelm you. Enjoy your little one.

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  7. Amy says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:16 PM

    Congratulations! She’s absolutely precious and so sweet…that smile!!

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  8. Debbie says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:19 PM

    Congratulations! Ania is so beautiful!

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  9. Mollie says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:28 PM

    She’s beautiful! Enjoy every moment with her!

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  10. Nancy Cox says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:33 PM

    What a beautiful. Sweet, and precious child.

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  11. PC says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:36 PM

    Congratulations!!!! She is a beautiful baby!!!!

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  12. Kim Guthrie Burch says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:40 PM

    Love her, AND YOU!

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    • Sylvia says

      September 2, 2020 at 2:57 AM

      Congratulations! She is beautiful! I love the name 🙂 Wishing you all lots of health and billions of happy memories!

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  13. Joette Greenway says

    September 1, 2020 at 5:50 PM

    She is a precious miracle. So happy for you!

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  14. Laura says

    September 1, 2020 at 6:01 PM

    Congratulations! You have made a beautiful family!

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  15. Revital Mitchell says

    September 1, 2020 at 6:27 PM

    Welcome to the world little one! She is PRECIOUS!!!! Congratulations to all of you! Enjoy this time, they grow up really fast. Truly happy for you all!

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  16. Rebecca says

    September 1, 2020 at 6:32 PM

    Be still my heart! Congratulations to the two of you and so happy for y’all!

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  17. Teddee Grace says

    September 1, 2020 at 6:33 PM

    What a beautiful baby! Congratulations!

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  18. Yarlette says

    September 1, 2020 at 8:27 PM

    So happy for you and Todd. She is such a beautiful baby. Love that little smile . You make a wonderful family. Enjoy every minute of it. It was great seeing a video from you. Being a parent is the most precious gift there is. Treasure these wonderful days .

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  19. Linda Cole says

    September 1, 2020 at 8:31 PM

    Congratulations! She is just beautiful. I was just thinking about you last week & wondered if we would hear from you soon. Enjoy your new family! ❤❤❤

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  20. PATTY DOREN says

    September 1, 2020 at 8:34 PM

    She is a beautiful baby. Congratulations.

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  21. Patty says

    September 1, 2020 at 9:01 PM

    She is absolutely gorgeous – a precious little smile! You both are so blessed! Enjoy every single moment with her! Thanks for sharing her with us. 🙂

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  22. Jeannie says

    September 1, 2020 at 9:05 PM

    Congratulations! She’s a keeper, for sure. My kids are 46 & 33 & my heart still just melts when I remember their sweetness. The time passes SO fast.

    Reply
  23. Dianne says

    September 1, 2020 at 9:35 PM

    I’ve been waiting so long for this post!!!
    Just beautiful!!!

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  24. Jo says

    September 1, 2020 at 10:12 PM

    Your daughter is gorgeous!😍 Motherhood is such a blessed journey and I pray that God will give you wisdom and grace to raise your daughter for him. Sending love💕

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  25. logan wilhelm says

    September 2, 2020 at 1:07 AM

    The sweetest photos, congratulations on the birth of your beautiful little angel.

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  26. Elmine Markgraaff says

    September 2, 2020 at 4:02 AM

    Heart meltingly beautiful! Thanks for sharing your precious little Ania’s newborn photo’s with us. I am so relieved that both of you are healthy and thriving. May your family be blessed beyond measure. xxx

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  27. Lilly Thomas says

    September 2, 2020 at 5:39 AM

    So happy for you and Todd! There’s no greater love than the unconditiona love of a mother and father and the love Ania will give you. I have 3 daughters and they still melt my heart with a simple look, a smile, a hug or just the sweet words “I love you”. Enjoy her, she is precious and just perfect! <3

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  28. Debbie says

    September 2, 2020 at 7:18 AM

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful baby girl with us. She is truly a gift from God! Enjoy every moment with her because unfortunately they grow up too fast. Take lots of pictures so you have a record of every milestone along the way. You are very blessed, enjoy motherhood 💕.

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  29. Karen says

    September 2, 2020 at 7:36 AM

    I was just thinking about you yesterday and wondering if you’d had the baby and if everything was okay. Thank you for timely post!! She is gorgeous!! I know you are over the moon with her. I got teary eyed reading your post because my two kids are 34 and 22. How I remember when they were this small and how fast time time goes! Soak it all up, lil’ momma.

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  30. stephanie says

    September 2, 2020 at 2:48 PM

    So very happy for you. You both will make wonderful parents.

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  31. Peg says

    September 2, 2020 at 3:51 PM

    That smile!! She’s beautiful!!! Congratulations!!!!!

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  32. Sue says

    September 2, 2020 at 5:05 PM

    Congratulations! I have been waiting to hear about her arrival and how all three of your are doing; and sounds like, all is good.

    Reply
  33. Linda says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:54 PM

    Congratulations, she is a wonderful gift from God. Enjoy every minute you can, they grow up so fast.

    Reply
  34. Genny Rupp says

    September 8, 2020 at 2:22 PM

    Congratulations! She is a doll!

    Reply
  35. Terri Driggers says

    September 9, 2020 at 11:35 AM

    How awesome!!!! Just now seeing this post!!! Congratulations!!!! The pics are perfect… That smile !!!!!

    Reply

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I’m Shayna… The small town Colorado girl who’s obsessed with home and everything that entails! I’m a creative, a decorator, a day dreamer, a huge fan of scones and I’m passionate about loving where I live and making a home.

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