Hello World | Meet Baby Harriet

My life changed forever on January 9th at 2:33pm when my sweet daughter, Harriet Elizabeth, made her grand entrance into the world. These last seven weeks have flown by, but many of the days have been long! I wanted to blog and share photos sooner, but Harriet preferred I hold her instead.

Finally, I can introduce her to you! She was 7lbs, 9oz and 19 and a half inches long–for those of you who like statistics. I was fortunate to have my good friend, Milla, drive all the way from Pittsburgh at three in the morning to photograph the birth. I’m so thankful she was there to capture the incredible story and the moments. As my memory fades, I have her wonderful photos to cherish the excitement (and hard work!) of the day. I’ll post a favorite here, and you can see more on her blog.

I just love this one of Harriet looking at Jay. She already knows her daddy!

Another reason I’m so thankful Milla photographed those first moments was because I grossly underestimated how exhausted and busy I’d be taking care of little Harriet. I had envisioned myself taking lots and lots of great newborn photos, but as it ended up, I only managed to get a few during those first few days. A word to the wise–hire a photographer to take newborn photos, even if you’re a photographer!

But enough words, let’s see some photos–finally!

Harriet got thrush her second week, and the medicine stained her mouth purple.

Amazingly, she learned to pout all on her own.

My second attempt to get “pro” photos at one month. She decided to give me her best cyclops impression.

This last week my sister and her boys came for a quick visit. We tried to get a “cousins” shot–easier said than done!

Calum, Martha’s youngest boy is just six weeks older than Harriet.

Some of my favorite photos have been ones I’ve taken with my phone (Shh! Don’t tell!) and shared on Istagram.

I’m sure I’ll be sharing many, many more photos of Harriet in the weeks, months, and years to come.

Happy Leap Day everyone!

wendy - Congratulations! She is a cutie!

natalie - Mary! Harriet is adorable 🙂 I love all the photos you’ve shared – especially her tutu! The ones with you and Jay with her are precious as well. Steve and I are excited for you guys! Congrats!

rachel - So fun looking at all these pictures 🙂 I love the picture of you and Harriet while looking into the camera (above the black and white photo you said was your favorite).So fun the cousins close in age have matching outfits 😉

Heather Grilliot - Beautiful Harriet! I have been wondering how you guys were doing! Cherish every moment Mary as I know you will, they grow up so, soooo fast.

Hannes Uys - What a beautiful post! Stunning processesing too. Love it!

Georgia Spears - Congratulaitons! Harriet definitely has your eyes – just beautiful.

marfa - I really like the one of you holding Harriet in colour, both of you looking straigh at the camera. I’m so glad we got to come for a visit and meet sweet Harriet! Can’t wait to see her (and you and Jay) again!

Milla - Aww Mary these are absolutely priceless. I think you have done a wonderful job capturing her first weeks of life!! I love so many of these and can’t wait to see more!! 😉

Eileen - Beautiful little girl! What a blessing to have those amazing images from Milla. It’s funny how much I can relate to everything. I definitely underestimated how tired and busy I would be when I had my daughter. I assumed I would have many “pro” sessions with her and only managed one every 3 months. I cherish the spur of the moment images that I have taken with my phone as well. Having a child changed my world and rearranged my priorities. I’m so glad to see you and your little love doing so well. Looking forward to seeing her grow up in front of your lens.

Emilie - How wonderful Mary! Thanks for sharing pictures of you and your beautiful family. I hope I’ll get to meet Harriet soon.

Liz - Congratulations Mary! She is so beautiful. I do love that shot of her in the hospital with Jay! All of the photos are gorgeous! It is awfully hard to capture your own baby the way you can capture others’ newborns! I have very few of my own as newborns.

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