Will and I are excited to announce the arrival of our beautiful little man. He arrived at 4.53pm on Wednesday the 29th of January (11 days early!) weighing a nice healthy 8lb 12.5oz (3.98kg).
He has a name but I've decided to continue to refer to him as Bubba C (might change when he's older) on the blog so the little guy can have privacy. Seeing as I'll probably be over-sharing his life I thought that was only fair for him.
We got to bring him home on Sunday and so far we are all doing as well as can be expected for a new family. He loves his heirloom bassinet. I still can't believe mum and I both slept in it when we were babies.
He's a very happy little man and even though they say newborns don't smile, we get lots if these when he's waking up.
We've even started getting looks at his beautiful eyes (says proud mum).
Our first outing was for some new clothes one we discovered how many outfit changes there are in a day. Navy is definitely his colour.
I will be blogging quite spontaneously over the next few weeks as we settle in and when I can take my eyes off this adorableness.
JJ - 84thand3rd says
Congrats for the thousandth time! I hope everyone is settling in well. xx
Glamorous Glutton says
I'm so sorry I missed this post. Congratulations to you both. I hope you're getting some sleep! I remember my mother in law referring to her grand babies as time wasters, she wasn't being mean , she meant she just couldn't take her eyes off them and do anything useful. GG
Claire says
Thank you! Getting some sleep yes. Not a lot of sleep but definitely some sleep.
Gourmet Getaways says
Oh how beautiful!!
Congratulations :)
Jan says
Well done Claire - that's a pretty good effort! I love the 2nd last photo. Such a sweet little dreamer.
Louise says
Congrats to you both!! He is so cute, enjoy every moment with him :)
Claire says
Thank you Louise!
lizzie - strayed from the table says
Congratulations Claire, he is adorable! Look forward to hearing your adventures as a new mum as you settle into the groove of things. Take care of yourselves. Big Hugs.
Claire says
Thanks Tania
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
He's absolutely gorgeous Claire! Congratulations on your wonderful news and I've been eagerly following your facebook pics and updates on him :D xxx
Claire says
Thank you Lorraine! x
Jo Smith says
Congratulations to you both. He is a gorgeous little man. Glad to hear you are all doing well.
Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine says
Oh Claire, he's just too cute for words. Hope you are all doing well!! Welcome to mama-hood! It will be the best thing (and hardest) you've ever done!!
Erin @ she cooks, she gardens says
Congratulations, Claire - he is just perfect. I can see a lot of your hubby in him too. Enjoy the bliss.xx
Hotly Spiced says
Congratulations Claire and Will. He is just gorgeous. And such a big baby! Imagine if he'd been 11 days late! My children all started life in the bassinette I slept in as well - they're lovely big bassinettes unlike the modern ones which seem to be smaller even though babies seem to be getting bigger. Yes, the washing! It really does surprise you just how many outfits they need every 24 hours. I hope he's settling into a routine and that you're recovering well from the pregnancy and birth xx
Maria says
Congratulations! He is beautiful.
molly kelly says
XXXX
Marcia says
Congratulations to you and Will on the safe arrival of your gorgeous son. Enjoy endless hours of baby gazing and wishing you all much joy.
My Kitchen Stories says
Oh how very adorable your little fella is. Enjoy every minute!
Andrea says
Congratulations....he is beautiful :) I'm only fairly new to reading your blog but I really enjoy it! We have a delightful little man who is nearly 5! Reading your blog reminded me of when he first arrived....and how excited & "in love" we were with this amazing little boy ...I couldn't believe he was ours....to keep!! That excitement and love just grows from the moment you meet.....and even though we are almost 5 years down the track it is still just as amazing as it was the day he arrived! Enjoy this special time, as any parent says, time goes so quickly.
The Life of Clare says
Massive congratulations to you all! So glad to see you're all doing well.
Claire says
Thank you everyone! xx
Rachel says
Congratulations! He's so cute. I may bump into you walking on the streets of Ascot or at Oriel Park which seems to be the meet up place for mums!
Claire says
Say hi if you see me Rachel!
Danielle says
He's lovely Claire! Congratulations to you both. He is definitely a little navy man ;-) How cute are his poses, great photos. You must be over the moon. X
Claire says
Thank you Danielle. Yes I find it hard to stop taking photos of him!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I will never forget Bubba's birthday. :) He's so sweet, Claire and you are absolutely right about blogging. Blogs will always be there but baby boys only last a little while. Enjoy every single moment - especially those neck kisses that feel like you're touching heaven.
Nothing smells better than a freshly bathed baby.
Much love from me to you.
Claire says
and he will never forget yours! You are quite right. He smells so beautiful after a bath.
Sharon Baysideshaz says
Claire,
He is adorable, it must be the most amazing experience!
I am full of anticipation for this day to come for me....5 days to go!
Enjoy every minute with your little bundle xx
Claire says
Thank you Sharon! Can't wait to hear of your little one's safe arrival. x
celia says
Congratulations again, Claire and Will! Your little man is absolutely gorgeous! He's a good size too, which hopefully means he (and you) will get some sleep... xxx
Claire says
I hope so Celia! He's a pretty good sleeper so far. I just need to learn to go straight to bed when he does x
Monique says
Well done lovely one! What a beauty you've produced there!! He's just adorable xx
Claire says
Thanks Monique! x
Kristin Siemon says
So very handsome! Cannot wait for a cuddle x x
Claire says
He can't wait either! x
Matt says
A huge congratulations to the both of you, what awesome news :o) He's such a cutie.
Claire says
Thanks Matt!
Carmen says
Congratulations to both of you and welcome to your new baby. He is gorgeous. Having just welcomed a baby boy (grandchild) I know how besotted you can become with them. And I agree with you, they are definitely smiles!
Claire says
Thanks Carmen!