One year ago today we were eagerly awaiting the arrival of our
third little princess.
That little one was scheduled to arrive January 15th and oh was I ready to have that baby! We knew that little baby was going to be a girl, but when she would arrive was anybody’s guess. Her brother & sisters were all overdue so I wasn’t getting my hopes up for an on time arrival let alone an early one! It was quite the surprise when little Alivia decided to join our family a whole week early!
an excerpt from a blog post dated 01.06.09
“One of my favorite moments from 2009 was when we found out I was expecting again. Over a year ago I was told by my rheumatologist that getting pregnant again in the near future wouldn’t be in my best interest. I was ok with waiting but when he also mentioned the fact that there could be risks to a fetus associated with my autoimmune condition it was hard for me to face. I just felt in my heart like our family wasn’t yet complete. But on the other hand I didn’t know if I could ever get pregnant again knowing the baby could be in harms way. I wrestled with the fact that I would probably not be able to have another baby and it was so hard for me. There were lots of tears shed and many prayers offered and a decision I don’t know if I could have made on my own was seemingly made for me. Only a couple of months after having my surgery last year we found out we were expecting again and though some might call it a surprise, I like to call it our little miracle. This sweet baby was hoped for and prayed for on many tearful nights and this pregnancy has been just the distraction I needed to come out of the fog of fear and worry that I had been in. This sweet baby girl has been a miracle for me in so many ways and I can’t wait to meet her soon.”
I’ve been having a hard time coming to grips with the fact that Alivia is going to be one tommorow! She’s my last baby and if I had my wish I would have held on to this first year forever and never let her grow up.
We’re looking forward to celebrating her 1st birthday with a quiet little party here at home sometime this weekend & of course a 1 year photoshoot! I can’t wait to share details with you.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Rebecca Cooper is a 42-year-old wife and mother of four from Alberta, Canada. As a photographer, crafter, author, and blogger, she finds joy and fulfillment in celebrating everyday moments. She loves to read and eat chocolate, and is a firm believer in afternoon naps. Rebecca shares her family’s adventures, photo tips, simple craft projects + more right here at Simple as That.
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That is truly amazing. Happy Birthday Alivia! Thank you for sharing. Can’t wait to see the picture. Have a great weekend with your family. Happy New Year!
Happy Birthday to your baby girl. So happy you got to have that last baby, they are the sweetest.
That is beautiful Rebecca! Happy Birthday Alivia and congrats to you for your courage and faith!
My last baby is almost 6 months old and my heart hurts everytime I put away clothes that are to small. I just want time to slow down. Thank you for your blog. It is my favorite!
You look so beautiful pregnant! i loved like a wreck! lol
Happy Birthday to your baby girl!! 🙂
We’re so happy Alivis is part of the family! And that she is so perfect and healthy and CUTE! I defintiely get teary when I read your post from 2009…these little babies in our lives are so important and so wanted! We’re so blessed to have them. Happy Birthday Alivia!
What faith you had in all the important things! God bless you and your family!
What a beautiful story! And she is quite the beautiful little girl:)