Glad to see you're all doing so well! Hurray for sleeping babies (and all other kinds).

Wow, look at those eyes! What a lovely baby. Glad to hear things are going well.

What a cutie! Glad to hear that things are going smoothly.

There's nothing in the world like watching a sleeping baby! Mazal tov to you all!

She's gorgeous Cara!

Awesome! She is, well- she IS. I guess that is the point that she IS. Icing that things are going smoothly. Beautiful little girl! And damn your man in fine!

So cute!! I love that picture of he and G. Such a contrast - big man! tiny baby! - so much love. :)

I can't wait for your birth story!

(grr.. that's supposed to be "her and G")

Love that pic of her in the purple hoodie. Cutie pie!!! I'm so glad you are all doing well.

What beautiful eyes! I have to stop looking at baby pictures... I've just started weaning my babe and after looking at your cutie I had 'letdown'. Ouch.

Enjoy sling shopping -- I love love love my sling and can't imagine babylife without one.

Aw, she is beautiful! Congrats!

She is beautiful. A good baby many times reflects on a good, relaxed mother. All the best to all of you.

What an absolute angel. Congratulations!

She's so beautiful!

Good lord that is one super cute baby! Glad things are going so well for you, can't wait to see all the knitting!

She is just adorable, Cara! Glad to hear everything's going so well. :)

So good to hear that all is well! She's so adorable, her eyes pretty much melted my heart into goo in that third picture.

I.love.that.baby!!! She is so absolutely beautiful!!! So glad to hear all is going well.

Just beautiful!

She is adorable! Enjoy. It goes so quickly - my babies are 25 & 23.

Cara, she is beautiful! So glad to hear that you are all doing well.

What a stunning girl. She looks very content indeed. Can't wait to watch her grow up on your blog.

I am so thrilled for all of you! See, after all those months of puking and feeling exhausted and terrible you just HAD to end up with a beautiful, healthy and GOOD baby! Enjoy!!

She is absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations on such a beautiful addition to your family.

I'm in love with her.

Oh, thank you!! I've been thinking about you so much!! She's gorgeous, of course. What kind of new car does she like?
XO.

That first picture is especially precious. So happy to hear everything is going swimmingly!

I popped in here yesterday for an update to be sure bloglines wasn't screwing me over on the cuteness, so I'm glad you posted today! Shes gorgeous by the way, but you know that!

I'm with Vicki.. what kind of new car did she like?

Your baby girl is absolutely gorgeous! I wish your family so much joy and happiness. Baby girls are very special, I know the years ahead will be wonderful.

She could not be more beautiful!

Gorgeous! I love that little mouth.

What a beauty. She already has a lot of character in her face. Look at those rosy cheeks. So nice you have help in these early weeks. Enjoy the time.

She's just BEAUTIFUL.

Awww :) Such a sweet baby!

Glad to hear things are going so well! I was terrified, too, but the thing about babies is that while they require immediate gratification of their needs, they don't have very many of them, so everything gets very simple. As you've no doubt discovered already.

The thing that helped me the most was having a seat/crib/swing/bassinet/some kind of baby container in every room, so that I could easily put the baby down for a few seconds when I needed to.

Oh, she's a beautiful girl! (Makes me want one!)

Well, you clearly have this baby lark down pat! She is absolutely adorable, Cara. Congratulations again, and so so glad to hear you are enjoying your beautiful new family.

I've been checking every few hours for more pics-knowing you had absolutely NOTHING else to do but blog! Yes, get the story down! Meli will want to hear the whole thing-every detail-on her birthday, when she is older. My children want me to go through their whole "birthday" every year! She's a darling!

How beautiful she is! It's so wonderful that everything has gone well for you!

Bright-eyed girl! So wonderful to see her!

Beautiful!! So happy to hear it went well for your family.

what a pretty girl - and whew - I'm a worrier - so glad you posted in this virtual world (for us that is!!)

She's beautiful, Cara! What a treat to see your beautiful photos of Meli.

Hello, baby.

She's absolutely beautiful (but you already knew that)! I'm glad things are going well.

Good at nursing, pooping & sleeping?! What more could a Mamma ask for? I bet you can hardly pry the baby & camera out of your hands. You've got great subjects. Congrats on everything!

She is absolutely precious! You are probably so in love with her. Can't wait to hear your birth story as I've wondered how you are doing and healing!

I was just thinking about you and Meli this afternoon, as I just got Larissa's Knitalong book in the mail and you're mentioned a number of times.

That is one beautiful baby but that third picture, of Meli in her purple hoodie, has to be one of my all time favorites. What a wonderful shot.

She is gorgeous! I am de-lurking to wish you congratulations and all the best! I have so enjoyed reading your story... thank you for sharing!

Thanks for the smile! Your Meli is precious!!

aaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh!

She is just lovely! The zombie feeling lasted 6wks for us - but time has a way of making you forget about it later on. Enjoy every moment - it goes fast.

my god! what a cutie! you must be mesmerized by her eyes. just gorgeous. can't wait to hear more!

She is so precious. So glad to hear all is well with your family.

It is so great to hear from you and your sweet family. Princess M is just beautiful..Enjoy her!

What a beautiful baby girl! I'm glad to hear you all are doing fine. My husband was with me for the first 2 months after our daughter was born. I understand being scared, but you will do GREAT!

What a gorgeous little girl!

On the subject of measurement -- I maintain we didn't get an accurate picture of Lucy's height until she was two months old, because she absolutely refused to stretch her legs out for any reason so help her GOD until then. The docs would lay her out on their little measuring tape gizmo and try to keep her head at the top, then pull her legs out straight...yeah, it didn't happen.

She's just perfect, Cara. I remember the first few days alone....it was kind of scary but still so precious. How awesome it must be to finally be able to photograph your little one. She's beautiful.

Oh goodness, look at how perfect she is! And purple is definitely her color. But of course since she's royalty it should be. :)

OMG, I SO want another one! Oh, those pictures are BAD!! My littlest has just had a big elephant poop too, LOL, only 2 year old elephants are a lot bigger than 2 week old elephants :) You won't believe how important poop becomes, LOL!

Time has a way of escaping. Get used to that, it only gets worse. She is truly beautiful, enjoy every moment. All too soon she will be be 14 and have an attitude that just will not quit. (The attitude does quit, sometimes it just takes a bit longer than with others.)

Beautiful pictures!! What a cutie. Happy to hear all is well with your family! :)

What a beautiful child! Her eyes are amazing. And I think she's already looking up at her dad in that way that only fathers & daughters relate. So beautiful. Congratulations and thanks for the pictures. Oh, and who is L (you signed the post L, C & M)? I thought his name was Georgie!

Cutie patootie! Glad all functions are going in the right direction.

What a cute little peanut! I love the purple hoodie shot!

moby wrap for teh win!

there is nothing better then a moby wrap or ring sling. SRYSLY!!!

So glad to hear everything's going well--for everyone! She is truly, truly precious. Thanks for offering us a quick glimpse!

Congrats again, Cara! She is truly beautiful.

What a cutie! And so much hair... her womb twin is jealous of all that hair (although Raley likes the red that she's got, even though there's not much of it).

She still must be stealing Raley's poo, as we're lucky to get one every third day or so.

And I'm glad to hear that she's taking it easy on her mommy and daddy - we need a break now and then, and there's nothing like 3 hours of sleep to do it! (Raley has started cooperating in that department too - hooray!)

Glad you liked the presents!

Our best to the three of you, and we got to get together soon! :)

She is magnificent. What a beautiful, perfect, gorgeous girl! That photo of her and her daddy made me choke up. Well done, Cara. She's amazing.

Those are all great photos, but that third one is my favorite. You guys did good!

She looks like a little doll!

I'm sure you'll do fine alone with her. There may be rough spots (goodness knows I had a few with mine), but your love will get you through :)

She is a beautiful baby!!

The pictures are so beautiful! Congrats :)

Purple is clearly her color! She just glows in that picture.

It was delightful to hear from you.

She has the most adorable face! I'm happy for you with the sleeping thing my boys were good sleepers like that too and it makes such a difference.

The sling thing did very well for me with Avery. Ian preferred his bouncy seat where he could watch everything going on.

She is just too precious - I love her little hands :-)

How precious!

She is darling! What a sweet, sweet face. Glad you are all doing well. Congrats!

She's so beautiful!! and such bright eyes...

She is just the most perfect baby I have seen in at least 16.5 years. Truly, gorgeous. I can't wait to see her in person, hopefully soon. Mwah!

congratulations, what a cute baby girl! glad things are going well and you are enjoying being a new mom :)

She is so adorable! Don't worry it won't be that bad when you're all alone next week. It really gives you a chance to sit back and enjoy it all on your own :)

Yeah! She's utterly gorgeous and so much good news! It IS a little terrifying to think you will be home alone, but I found that once it was just me and the kid, we settled into our own routine without too much fuss. You'll do great! Best piece of advice: keep your expectations low!

She is an absolutely stunning baby!!!

You and G make really cute babies! :-)

What a sweetie pie! So happy for you all!

Belated congratulations ! Such a beautiful girl, who is most definately smilimg in the second to bottom photograph. :0)
Don't be terrified Cara. You'll be fine. Not necessarily showered, or having eaten anything, but fine !

Oh, she is so sweet!!! I can't stand how beautiful she is. And that picture of her and Daddy?! Ohmygawd!

she is PRECIOUS! so so so cute, especially for one so fresh out of the oven!

Congratulations, Cara---she is gorgeous.

She is gorgeous... glad she is taking it easy on you... :) and yes, slings are SUCH a lifesaver! so excited for you!

you must be completely smitten! I'm speechless! And achingly nostalgic for those sweet sweet babies of mine...you lucky lucky girl!

That's a dang cute baby!

I'm glad you're all doing well. :D

She is beautiful! I really think she looks like your nieces and nephews (from the photos that you have posted) but now I'm not sure having seen the mister's pic. Get some sleep!

So good to hear from you!!! Sounds like you are enjoying your babymoon, I'm so glad!!! She is beautiful, not that I'm surprised :) Congrats again Mama!

Wow...beautiful!!! Glad to hear you are all doing well!

What a DOLL baby!! She is adorable...I love the little half smile in her purple hoodie! I am glad to read she is being a good little trooper for you :-)

Congratulations. What a sweetheart. I (barely) remember the beginning. I hope it will be a wonderful time for you all.

Definitely a successful project!!

She is just beautiful!!!!

Those eyes!
Those cheeks!
Those rosebud lips!
Wow.

(I am dying to know [oops, I typed dyeing, too much yarn talk lately] if the semi-Saartje's actually do fit Meli. I'm sure her little feet are just as adorable as the rest of her.)

Is it just that you are that talented a photographer, or is Meli *that* beautiful!?! Wow. Y'all do some great work!

Good to hear you're doing well.

Oh that face cries out to be kissed! I especially love the one of her in the purple hoodie. So expressive and adorable.

Oh my! It's striking how much she looks like you!! :)

Oh Please, Oh Please, Oh Please be ever so careful when you take her out! Yes, she does have some of your immunity d/t nursing but....there are things like measles and chicken pox and pertussis out there. Keep her safe until you get her immunized. And for heaven's sake don't let anyone touch her without a good hand washing. God Bless, Carol

Aw, she is absolutely beautiful.

She is just beautiful, Cara.

Thank you for the beautiful photos of your little princess. When I was reading your previous blog entry a couple of weeks ago, Ian saw the photo you had of her in that entry and said "Awwwwwwww! What a cute little baby!" Dude, he is totally not into babies, so clearly yours is exceptional to get such a response out of him.

she is precious, C!

she is beautiful. Glad to hear its all going well.

I have a sling, and its okay, but what we really love in our house is the Mei Tai. I love my freehand: www.freehandbaby.com its beautiful and extremely comfortable. I wore my first until she was 18 months old. Now we have 2, and my husband and I both wear one.

Congratulations! She is beautiful. All the best.

With a baby that beautiful, I would have never blogged again. I'd be so busy staring at her, nothing else would matter.

She's absolutely perfect! So happy for you and yours.

Hi Cara,

Meli is so sweet. Glad to hear all is going well.

Rosane.

So glad you posted-she is so beautiful! I was so in love with Em those first few weeks I couldn't be bothered to answer the phone most days! Now, she's usually the one ON the phone! Enjoy every moment!

Btw-who won the contest?

so so beautiful cara! that is just too wonderful. glad you, baby, and baby daddy are doing well!

Congratulations on getting 3 hours at a time! That's awesome! Your baby girl is so gorgeous and sweet looking. My baby is 4 months old and the time goes by so fast. Enjoy every moment with her - good & bad because it'll be gone before you know it.

I am SO happy for you!!

I am so happy for you...sounds like all is well! Nature is perfect in that way and moms and babies tend to work things out. I remember the fear and I remember getting over it. You will too! Trust your instincts! Baby is beautiful! Don't worry about your blog readers...they know you have more important priorities!

Glad you are all doing well! Meli is just beautiful. Those first weeks are so full...no wonder you had no blogging time!

My goodness she's cute. Sounds like you're all settling in. Nice!

all those lovely new-baby photographs you so adored. it's that grand!

What a beautiful little girl! And yay to all of you for making the transition so well. Congratulations!

Congratulations. Glad to see you are all doing well. Newborns are incredible little beings.

OH! Her eyes!!! Cara, she's so pretty! Glad all is well.

She is truly beautiful, and I love the picture of her with George. I know it's terrifying, but really, you'll be fine. It sounds like she's a perfect baby so you've got a leg up!

She must be insanely good - you sound almost perky, which is highly unusual in the first month. I won't begrudge you this ease, though - you definitely earned it with your pregnancy from hell! :)

She's such a pretty girl. I'm so happy to hear that she is doing well and you are getting rest (and knitting time!). Congratulations again.

OK--- she's so beautiful I cried... couldn;t help it- I'm a sap- keep up the good work mom- you're doing great!

What a beautiful baby! I must see if I can capture a likeness in watercolor... I'm supposed to paint "something soft." And I'd forgotten how right you are about Grey Poupon! You'll be fine next week... she's got waking, sleeping and mustard working... all you need to do is hold, nurse and nap. Everything else can wait. Hugs for you!

So glad to hear all is well, I've been thinking about you. And she IS lovely!

So happy for you!

yay for you -- thank you for taking the time to post! Yes you are right, she IS perfect.

I can't believe you actually have time to knit! Wow.

She is gorgeous!

What a beautiful daughter! I'm glad that you're enjoying motherhood. :)

I figured you were a little busy! :-) What a doll! And the fun just continues--each age has its charms. Enjoy!

She's just beautiful, congratulations!

Daddy and baby pics - aww... melts my heart!

Oh! What perfect photos! She's a GORGEOUS baby!!!

She is magnificent...
What a beautiful little girl...
Glad everything went fine - mine is 15 now and when I look at yours - I just see her.
I also had the perfect baby for me: she had good long night (6 hrs straight)at a month and a half.
Breastfed and all - she was calm and everything went smoothly..
Congrats again - you will love it. !

She's so beautiful! Congratulations again! May the happy baby nature continue forever!

My, you are a lucky, lucky person. Not only is she beautiful, but she sleeps?

Mine slept in either 20 minute or 45 minute increments only for MONTHS. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Of course I love the little guy to pieces, but man, it was SO hard.

Glad you are doing so well (even if I am envious!)

(Personally I thought a fleece pouch was a godsend. The ring slings never worked for me.)

She is so beautiful, really. Wonderful eyes!

Look at ze baby!!!! CUTE BABY!!!!! Congrats on making such a wonder!

Photo in the purple hoodie: a complete doll. You have a great family! Best of luck in the upcoming days!

She's gorgeous!
You'll be fine the two of you, terror is normal, keeps you on your toes, but you'll be grand :)

looks like you've got a daddy's girl already! she's beautiful and thanks for sharing all your pregnancy stories. you've made this 20something girl a little less scared to become a mom someday.

Hey, I've been away and missed this - congratulations! She's a gorgeous girl.

Oh she is so beautiful! Many, many congratulations on everything. As I am nowhere near baby land, I can only imagine how exciting it must be to have this opportunity to watch a person grow. The whole thing is wonderful.

Meli is just beautiful! I came looking for a Saturday Sky....but I guess you are a tad busy!!

What a lucky little girl the precious Meli is! She has a very talented photographer for a Mommy! She will never, ever have stupid looking baby pictures! She will be the "Cover Girl" of all babies! Can we say "Supermodel" beautiful?
Glad to see you're back! (We knew you had it in you!)

Meli is indeed perfect! Congratulations to you and G.

Thanks for bringing so much love to blogland.

She is really beautiful.
Congratulations!

she's the sweetest thing ever!

yay you! yay fambly!

absolutely beautiful pictures. Enjoy motherhood. It goes fast.

Oh, she's unbelievably beautiful! Many, many congratulations!