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Today my sweet girl is 9 days old. Eric and I are learning more and more each day and enjoying getting to know her. She’s been showing a bit more personality this week, opening her eyes up big and focusing on our faces. We now know that she could care less if her diaper is wet or dirty, but let’s you know it when she’s hungry, full of gas, or is fighting sleep.

Claire has had a few big “firsts” this past week. She’s been to the pediatrician twice now - she’s lost a good amount of weight so we’re working on fattening her up. Eric and I like Dr. Coleman a lot and have been following his advice on feeding and burping, which is helping with her fussiness.

She also received her first sponge bath. She likes the water, but hates to be laid flat on her back. We quickly discovered that things went much better if one of us held her while the other washed. It was an exhausting experience and I’m currently thankful we don’t have to do it every night. Although, you must admit, she looks awfully darn cute in her way-too-big-but-so-adorable bunny towel.