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Congratulations to your beautiful, wise, loving, hilarious, wondrous, emotional, and real family. Every day is a gift. Thank you for generously sharing your thoughts and experience.

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🙏🙏🙏

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Beautiful article and I’m so happy that Jonathan is there for you and C. It’s so important to have someone you can count on when going through life. C is so lucky to (eventually) call you “mom”. Very soon, she will smile at you and your heart will melt. You and Jonathan will be there for her, teaching her your morals and values as she grows and becomes the person she’s meant to be. It’s a wonderful life! I can’t wait to read future essays, getting a glimpse into your heartfelt feelings about motherhood. I’m so proud of you. ❤️ 🥰

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Thank you, mama!! Love you ❤️

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Congratulations, Marisa, and may there be so many more moments of laughter and awe for you and your family! 💛

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Thank you so much, Evelyn! Laughter and awe are key

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Such a beautiful and moving piece Maris. C is so lucky to have you guiding her through this world. I’m so happy for you and Jonathan and I love you both so much. Cannot wait to meet her and see you guys !

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Love you and can’t wait for C to meet you so soon ❤️

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Beautifully written, Marisa! I love your authenticity and vulnerability in sharing your feelings. If we are honest with ourselves, I’m sure all women have had similar feelings to some degree, as well. Together with your husband, you will create a wonderful, nurturing environment for your new family to grow. I am honored to be your mother in law and to be part of the process, watching your family evolve. ❤️🥰💕

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Thank you so much, Shelley ❤️

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So beautiful. Thank you for sharing this personal experience and the photos are stunning. I can’t wait to hug you all in person! 🥰❤️🙏

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Can’t wait!

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