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Introducing baby Interiors Addict, Sebastian

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Of course it was only a matter of time before I shared some photos and a little more about the birth of our little bundle Sebastian! So rather than completely #babyspam Instagram, here are a few snaps for those of you who have sent your well wishes and asked after him, for which we are really grateful. We have been so touched by everyone’s interest and thankful for the many beautiful gifts he has been sent. Thank you all!

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In hospital

Our little man, who is two weeks old today, was born at the San in Wahroonga, which was an altogether amazing healthcare experience. We were so well looked after and guided and had the pleasure of meeting countless wonderful midwives (these women — and one man — are amazing!). Kudos too to our brilliant obstetrician Peter Wood. Sebastian was 10 days late and I ended up being induced. He arrived a little over three hours later at 3.55am weighing 3.07 kilos or 6lb 12 in old money. To say things moved quickly after he kept us waiting, would be an understatement! Phew! But the main thing is, he arrived safe and well. When he was placed on my chest, my first thought was “I think I may explode with love,” followed by how much he didn’t look like a mini version of his dad, as we had both expected. We are still trying to work out which of us he looks most like and he changes a bit every couple of days.

The next day: tired, happy and lippie back on!
The next day: tired, happy and lippie back on!

4122015225216Everyone tells you what a life changing, overwhelming and amazing experience having your first child is, and you imagine it must be, but the enormity of it doesn’t hit you until you’re actually in the position of being a mum. I feel like the luckiest woman alive and if it’s at all possible, I love my husband even more now that he is the father of my child, and he is proving to be a fantastic daddy who was amazing during labour. We got home last Saturday, just in time for my first Mother’s Day. Having lost my mum as a young child, this is usually quite a sad occasion for me. But this year, being a mother myself for the first time, it was really special.

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At the weekend, my dad arrived from the UK to meet his first grandchild for the first time. We are looking forward to spending lots of quality family time together while acting editor Olivia runs the show for a while! We have been out and about for a few outings and survived and Sebastian is feeding and sleeping well (which is of course all relative when you’re talking about a newborn!). As L-plate parents, Damian and I are definitely learning as we go!

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Thanks again for all your well wishes and gifts. We are all feeling the love!

Jen x

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May 19, 2015

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  1. AvatarMelinda denton says

    May 19, 2015 at 7:38 am

    Hi Jen thank you both for sharing Sebastian’s story and photos. I’m so happy for you both and wish you all the best he is so cute cheers Melinda x glad your experience at the San was great I agree it is a wonderful hospital

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:51 am

      Thanks Melinda..couldn’t fault the San and its staff. Amazing!

      Reply
  2. AvatarLucy Purchas says

    May 19, 2015 at 7:41 am

    He is one healthy little boy Jen! Always adored the name Sebastian but never got to use it with 3 girls. Ain’t motherhood grand. I still marvel at it and have been a mama for a long while now! Enjoy every moment as am sure you will.

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:50 am

      Thanks Lucy..it is wonderful. Even with the crying and the lack of sleep! X

      Reply
  3. Avatarlexipmm says

    May 19, 2015 at 10:03 am

    Jen and Damo, he is SO so beautiful. I can’t wait to meet him. xxx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:48 am

      Breakfast date with Seb soon! X

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  4. Avatarlilyfieldlife says

    May 19, 2015 at 10:05 am

    Congratulations Jen. He is beautiful. I think the least talked about part of child birth but one of the best parts is how at the end when you are holding that baby, you are just so in love with your husband. Creating that little miracle together. Enjoy xx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:49 am

      So true. Is there anything more amazing than having a little human half you and half them?! Thank you! X

      Reply
  5. AvatarRACHEL CASTLE says

    May 19, 2015 at 10:13 am

    Who is more handsome, baby or mum or dad or grandad, far out. Its Sebastian of course, but still stiff competition. How delicious, CONGRATULATIONS darling. xxxxxxxxxxxx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:47 am

      Thank you Rachel! We think he is rather delicious! X

      Reply
  6. AvatarMr Jason Grant says

    May 19, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    congrats what a cutie!

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 7:48 am

      Thanks MJG! X

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  7. AvatarEmma -I Love My Chair says

    May 19, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    I was just thinking about you the other day and wondering how close Birth Day was! I am so chuffed for you. He is beautiful. Enjoy. My kids are 13 and 14 – and I still marvel at them while they sleep!!! Xx

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  8. AvatarLinda Delaney says

    May 20, 2015 at 8:47 am

    Congratulations Jen and Damien. Sebastian looks so so sweet! It’s little wonder you are bursting with love and happiness. All the best to you all and I can’t wait til we can catch up for a coffee and maybe lunch (perhaps after your dad returns to the UK). Soak up all that precious family time.
    Lots of love,
    Linda x

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 3:08 pm

      Hi Linda! Love to do lunch with you and Sebastian in the not too distant! Hope you’re really well. Jen x

      Reply
  9. AvatarGallerie B says

    May 20, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Congratulations Jen, he is beautiful. Thanks you for sharing these gorgeous photos. Enjoy these precious times.

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 3:07 pm

      Thanks Belinda!

      Reply
  10. AvatarSally says

    May 20, 2015 at 11:33 am

    Congratulations to you both! He’s beautiful.

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 3:07 pm

      Thanks Sally!

      Reply
  11. AvatarJess - A Little Part of the World says

    May 20, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    Huge congrats. This brings back such wonderful memories. He is darling!! Jx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 3:07 pm

      Thanks Jess!

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  12. AvatarRachel @ The Mama Files says

    May 20, 2015 at 4:03 pm

    Jen – SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Holy moly Batman he is the cutest and looks very content and chilled. I hope he’s starting as he means to go on 🙂

    It was only 9 months ago that Charlie was that small, I can hardly remember it. The first six weeks were mental for me, and probably the hardest if I’m honest because you’re getting to know one another, and how to do things. But once it clicks, it just gets better and better. (BTW this is Rach from Reality Chick, I just moved my Mama Files column over to a new site because I felt like it needed its own home. If you have time – LOL – you can take a look).

    Enjoy and congrats to all of you. Can’t wait to see more pix on Instagram. xo

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      Hi Rach and thanks so much! Yes, he is very contented much of the time but he has his moments of non stop crying like all newborns 😉 It is full on and hard like you say, but also so wonderful! Will take a look at the new site! Jen x

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  13. AvatarMaddy Hearne says

    May 20, 2015 at 7:39 pm

    Congratulations! He is just divine. My first is now 7 months. It’s a wild ride isn’t it? They just get cuter too, if that’s possible! Enjoy those gorgeous snsnuggles mama.

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      Ooh, I don’t know if it’s possible! Thanks Maddy!

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  14. AvatarShah says

    May 20, 2015 at 8:28 pm

    I’m so excited! I had been keeping my eye out for a baby post but this was the first I’ve seen. He is so cute Jen! Well done to you both and a huge congratulations. Xx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks Shah! Hopefully we will find a spare five minutes in the next 12 months to put his cloud light up 😉

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  15. AvatarBec @ The Plumbette says

    May 20, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    Jen, I am so happy for your. What a gorgeous little man you have. He is so adorable. I relate so much to all those feelings. Enjoy these early days and I do hope you get to rest in between feeds. Congratulations!! xx

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 20, 2015 at 10:23 pm

      Thanks so much, Bec!

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  16. AvatarKate from Antipodean Love says

    May 21, 2015 at 1:50 pm

    Welcome to the world beautiful boy! Enjoy this amazing crazy time Jen. Sending you big new Mamma supportive vibes and well wishes x

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 24, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      Thanks Kate! It’s hard work but wonderful isn’t it? Jen

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  17. AvatarYvonne says

    May 21, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    Congrats Jen (and hubby) on the arrival of your little fellow. I follow your site and I have just shared your happy story with my daughter who is about to embark on getting pregnant. Your lovely happy words and pictures will be an encouragement to her in light of all the negative stories people are happy to share with her and freak her out with. Sad really because we are a positive family and she is finding that difficult to deal with. Can’t wait to be a granny when the time arrives until then enjoy every last second of your little ones every minute because they grow up far too quickly. Best wishes x

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 21, 2015 at 7:24 pm

      Thanks Yvonne. Sorry to hear your daughter has had that experience. I’m not sure what’s wrong with people, often women too, but they do love telling horror stories or how your life will be over or you’ve never known such tiredness, etc, etc, without mentioning all the amazing happy stuff too. Ubfortunately, there will be many more of these stories so best she starts taking them with a pinch of salt now! Jen x

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  18. AvatarMelissa says

    May 22, 2015 at 4:44 pm

    He is just gorgeous, Jen. Congratulations! I’m so happy for you and Damien! Best wishes 🙂

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      May 24, 2015 at 6:27 pm

      Thanks so much Melissa!

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  19. Avataramber says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:05 pm

    ohhhh my! Congrats on your sweet Sebastian. I landed here serendipitously through Pinterest somehow and noticed his name which is my littles name 🙂 my Sebastian was born on the 7th of May. I already have a 5 y/o named Violet but am still in wonderment of parenthood. Enjoy every single second!!! X amber

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      June 4, 2015 at 10:46 pm

      Oh wow, congrats on your fellow Sebastian! Great name! Thanks! Jen x

      Reply
  20. AvatarRachael Honner (@hipbrownhome) says

    July 3, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    Congratulations Jen on your adorable little man Sebastian. He is soooo sweet! I have two little men and what I love most about being a mummy of boys is… they are so cuddly, even now they are 10 and 6. You will never be without cuddles!

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      July 5, 2015 at 4:37 pm

      So I’ve heard Rachael, I hope Seb always wants cuddles from his mum! Jen

      Reply

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