Liz's Baby Shower Guestbook by Paula Dallacqua

Be kind.

2021-02-13 17:01:28 UTC

Be mean on purpose.

2021-02-13 17:01:40 UTC

You don't shower every day.

2021-02-13 17:02:48 UTC

Give hugs.

2021-02-13 17:02:58 UTC

your creation.

2021-02-13 17:03:04 UTC

give kisses

2021-02-13 17:04:53 UTC

to your baby and each other

2021-02-13 17:05:07 UTC

Give the baby kisses everyday!

2021-02-13 17:05:44 UTC

Every moment! Even those without sleep!

drop the baby

2021-02-13 17:06:13 UTC

you figure it out as you go

2021-02-13 17:06:36 UTC

babies like to keep you guessing

say "I love you"

2021-02-13 17:06:37 UTC

make time for each other

2021-02-13 17:07:15 UTC

you can use me as your date night sitter

the little milestones

2021-02-13 17:07:41 UTC

they change so much everyday!

every phase.

2021-02-13 17:08:15 UTC

There's so much to look forward to, make sure you stay present in each moment.

your coffee gets cold.

2021-02-13 17:09:40 UTC

You can always reheat it in the microwave.

be kind to yourself.

2021-02-13 17:11:27 UTC

You're new. And it's hard. And it'll all turn out just fine.

underestimate the abilities of your child to get to something they want.

2021-02-13 17:16:00 UTC

drop them on their head.

2021-02-13 17:18:27 UTC

hug them, kiss them, feed them, change them.

2021-02-13 17:18:47 UTC

trust your instincts.

2021-02-13 17:21:57 UTC

Forgive yourselves

2021-02-13 18:55:17 UTC

Good advice always, but I imagine especially this. No one is perfect and we shouldn't aspire to be! We love you guys! KB & ZH

be afraid to take time for self-care.

2021-02-13 18:56:00 UTC

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The day fresh, forget what happened the day before.

2021-02-13 18:56:49 UTC

Compare yourself to other moms.

remember to put down the camera sometimes and take it all in. They grow up so fast!!

2021-02-13 18:57:07 UTC

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Your house is a mess (dirty dishes, clean clothes not put away), as long as the kids smile every day.

you cry. It's hard.

2021-02-13 18:57:40 UTC

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Still date Danny!

keep doing the things that make you feel like human.

2021-02-13 18:58:04 UTC

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The little things - take a few pictures, but be in the moment!

You need help. That's what we're here for <3

2021-02-13 18:59:36 UTC

Feed them fruity pebbles when they are old enough

2021-02-13 18:59:38 UTC

Ask for help, even if it means just taking an hour or two off!

2021-02-13 18:59:48 UTC

<3 C & J

2021-02-13 18:59:54 UTC

you don't always want to hold baby - don't feel guilty needing a break!!!

sleep when baby sleeps. The house can stay messy. Your hair can stay messy.

2021-02-13 19:00:18 UTC

the first time they say, unprompted, "I love you, mama." And then weep. :)

2021-02-13 19:00:22 UTC

Enjoy the journey! - C&J. We're so happy for you two.

2021-02-13 19:00:35 UTC

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Be a kid with them

if you don't know what to do (no one does)

2021-02-13 19:00:48 UTC

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you start feeding baby formula day one - FED IS BEST.

2021-02-13 19:02:13 UTC

share the love and the burden - this isn't all on you. You and Danny are a team. With an amazing support system around you.

2021-02-13 19:02:53 UTC

being a mom - it's literally the best thing in the entire world.

wear a smile

2021-02-13 20:19:07 UTC

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remember a change of clothes for the baby. they poop and spit up ALOT.

2021-02-13 20:59:44 UTC

hesitate to call aunt kenz and uncle stephen to come visit and play with baby t.

2021-02-13 21:00:51 UTC

you get upset. life happens, coffee helps (or wine, wine always works).

2021-02-13 21:01:24 UTC

tell baby t (and each other) you love one another every day.

2021-02-13 21:02:30 UTC

absolutely everything. this new chapter is a precious gift, sleepless nights and all.

Being a kid again!

2021-02-13 21:13:22 UTC

Playing dress up, going to Lego Land, playing with barbies, building things with blocks! - Nicole

give yourselves all the grace you need!

2021-02-13 21:16:10 UTC

2021-02-16 00:52:58 UTC

Say never. -Em

2021-02-16 00:55:28 UTC

You do your own thang. You do you + Baby + Danny ❤️

2021-02-16 01:02:25 UTC

❤️ Breathe. ❤️ Take 10 minutes to meditate and to try & center yourself - whenever you find those 10 minutes ❤️ (I never did this by the way - but I try to now ... years later.) XOXO -Em

2021-02-17 00:29:47 UTC

Watching your spouse love on and play with the baby!