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A New Year & A New Baby!

January 18, 2017 by Dawn Michelle

Hey Beauties!  Guess what?!?!  I’m a new MOM!

I wouldn’t say that I’ve been dishonest per say, but I did decide once I knew that I was pregnant last year that I would only share this beautiful news to the masses when the baby arrived.  I actually decided not to share this news online at all, even on my personal social media accounts.  So unless you have seen the bun in the oven grow in person, most likely you wouldn’t have known.  A friend of mine sent me a message near the end of my pregnancy saying that I could be in the secret service for not having this information slip into the online ethers.

With that said, my husband and I welcomed a beautiful bundle of joy into the world right after the new year, and we are on cloud nine.  Elijah Zion has shown me what true tenacity looks like as well as how strong I really am.  We had more than a few surprises at the end of the pregnancy.  Despite it being much different than anticipated, I still had a incredibly empowering birth.

We are beyond grateful to God and the angels for helping us to grow as individuals and as a couple while keeping our faith in all things possible during this journey.  We are also so grateful for all the love and support from family and friends.

And yes I did stay in my dance classes every week up until 8 1/2 months which was heaven and then some.  Shortly after I was waddling like a duck for the rest of my pregnancy!  I may share a video or two of one of my absolute favorite classes of baby and I living on a beat.

While we are literally bathing in this incredible love, I will be taking a maternity leave from Minimalist Beauty.  I may try to keep up with questions and comments during this time, but I seriously can’t promise anything.  It is a nice thought though isn’t it?  I’m still getting used to taking naps whenever I can and never sleeping through the night anymore.

I am looking forward to sharing more chic, eco, and gracefully conscious living upon my return.  Until then, I hope that you are truly enjoying the new year so far.

Sending you so much love and light,

Dawn Michelle

Update… Thank you all so much for your heartfelt comments and well wishes for my son and our family.  I truly appreciate all of the love and I also truly appreciate all of you!

(Image by Bella Baby Photography & Design by Dawn Michelle)

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  1. Karin | Green Conscience says

    January 18, 2017 at 4:29 am

    I wish you all the best! What great news!

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  2. Kate says

    January 18, 2017 at 4:45 am

    Congratulations!!! What a beautiful baby, enjoy your maternity leave!

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  3. Amy says

    January 18, 2017 at 4:49 am

    Congratulations!! I’m so happy for you and your family. Little Elijah is so beautiful. I wish you all the happiness and health in the world as you take your maternity break.

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  4. Margaret says

    January 18, 2017 at 5:53 am

    OMG!!! Dawn Michelle…I agree with your friend about being in the Secret Service. LOL Such a tremendous blessing!!! I am so happy for you and your Husband. Take care of yourself, get plenty of rest, and accept the assistance of others. I pray for your rapid recovery and blessings to you, your husband and precious Elijah. (He is absolutely beautiful). 🙂 Much Peace and Love!!! XOXO

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  5. Sue says

    January 18, 2017 at 6:56 am

    Congratulations!!!!

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  6. Amy says

    January 18, 2017 at 10:58 am

    WOW!!!! Congratulations to you and Robert on the birth of Elijah Zion!! He is gorgeous! So wonderful to hear how happy you are. Good job on staying with your dance classes. The sleep does improve, you will get a full night’s rest again one day. Have a wonderful time being a newly expanded family, I’m so happy for you. Air kisses to sweet, beautiful Elijah.

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  7. Brittany says

    January 18, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    Thanks for all that you share. Congrats. Enjoy. I’ll stay tuned for your return.

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  8. Melanie says

    January 18, 2017 at 6:18 pm

    Wow, congratulations!

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  9. Pamela says

    January 18, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    Congrats to you and her husband on your beautiful baby boy. Enjoy your blessings and your time off.

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  10. Tutu says

    January 19, 2017 at 12:07 am

    Hearty congratulations Dawn and Robert! Sooo happy for you both, go ahead and take your maternity leave and enjoy every bit of motherhood.
    I find it great that you didn’t say a word about your pregnancy online, it’s something intimate and just because the whole world shares everything online doesn’t mean we have too.
    Glad you’ve shared a pic of Elijah Zion

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  11. Leanne Lindsey says

    January 19, 2017 at 5:34 am

    Congratulations! Well done for keeping your personal life exactly that and not giving into the pressure to share all with the world. Also, it’s inspiring to know that you’ll be taking a maternity leave because these days you see new moms back online and working immediately. Thanks for being an example of an alternative, perhaps healthier and more natural approach. Totally in keeping with you and what you share with us. <3

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  12. kathleen says

    January 19, 2017 at 6:21 am

    I’m already emotional with all that’s going on and now this..I’m so happy for you!! He’s beautiful! I’m literally in tears!

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  13. Yvonne Arthur says

    January 19, 2017 at 10:00 am

    Dawn Michelle, I am so happy for you and your family. Many blessings xxx

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  14. E says

    January 19, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    Congratulations! What a beautiful baby! I wish you the best on this new and exciting adventure!

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  15. Celine Louis-Zabeth says

    January 19, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    This is so great ! Congratulations Dawn!

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  16. Dee says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Congratulations! Thank you sharing the news of your blessing with us.

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  17. Sib says

    January 20, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    How beautiful he is 🙂 Congratulations and lots of happiness and memories! Love Sib

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  18. Gaëlle says

    January 20, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    Congratulations!!!!!!! Congratulations to the proud parents and welcome to the party Elijah Zion! I am truly genuinely happy for all three of you. Enjoy.

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  19. Himawari says

    January 20, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    Oh my goodness!! What a beautiful name and what a beautiful baby! Congratulations! I’m so happy for you all. Enjoy your time and please try to get as much sleep as you can. Sending so many hugs and best wishes!

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  20. Paula says

    January 22, 2017 at 12:11 am

    Congratulations! There is no purer joy or more empowering experience in the whole wide world than giving birth to a child.
    Now you have to amend your vocabulary with the word “son” and it will feel a bit awkward in the beginning, but it will come naturally.
    May God give you both His wisdom and grace to guide this child into His light everyday of his life.
    Many Blessings,
    Paula

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  21. Sandy says

    January 24, 2017 at 9:06 am

    Ok. I’ll forgive you this time.
    What a beautiful gift you two have given to the world.
    Take your time. I’ll be here when you’re back.

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  22. Lisa says

    January 24, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    So exciting! When you come back, can you do a few posts on minimalism with a baby. I’m currently expecting and I would love to hear your perspective. Congratulations!

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    • Vicky Donaldson says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:44 am

      U r such an inspiration to me and so many other woman! Your inner spirit is so beautiful as well as your outer beauty!…I’m am so happy that you and your husband have a new edition to your family😀…much love and happiness on your new journey as a mom!…it’s so wonderful to see how good God is an what he can complete!…Take Care an enjoy your family!

      Reply
  23. A. says

    January 25, 2017 at 11:24 am

    Wow, now that’s hide and seek in a whole new level!!! Congratulations!!!!! <3

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  24. Shay says

    January 27, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    Congratulations! Many well wishes to you and your family!

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  25. Apple says

    February 4, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    First and foremost congratulations to you and your husband on your bundle of joy! Welcome to motherhood! Wow so inspired and impressed that you kept dancing until 8 1/2 month pregnant! Lol, your are amazing and I hope I can be as active as you whenever I do become pregnant.
    I have been following you for over 3 years now in the begining of my natural hair journey and I feel as though a personal friend I known have just giving birth:)
    It is your decision to share with us such great news on your own terms and your own time, we respect that.
    We are grateful for healthy mom and baby and a pic of the handsome Elijah Zion! I am looking forward to hearing of your experience as a new mom and how that has changed or added to your philosophy of minimalist and eco living.
    We would love to hear of your pregnancy story and birthing story, baby products, ect.
    Take the time that baby and mommy needs to adjust and settle in.
    If you dont mind sharing when you return. I think it will help alot of us who may be considering or still adjusting to minimalism and eco living:)

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  26. Himalayan says

    February 4, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    First and foremost congratulations to you and your husband on your bundle of joy! Welcome to motherhood! Wow so inspired and impressed that you kept dancing until 8 1/2 month pregnant! Lol, your are amazing and I hope I can be as active as you whenever I do become pregnant.
    I have been following you for over 3 years now in the begining of my natural hair journey and I feel as though a personal friend I known have just giving birth:)
    It is your decision to share with us such great news on your own terms and your own time, we respect that.
    We are grateful for healthy mom and baby and a pic of the handsome Elijah Zion! I am looking forward to hearing of your experience as a new mom and how that has changed or added to your philosophy of minimalist and eco living.
    We would love to hear of your pregnancy story and birthing story, baby products, ect.
    Take the time that baby and mommy needs to adjust and settle in.
    If you dont mind sharing when you return. I think it will help alot of us who may be considering or still adjusting to minimalism and eco living:)

    Reply
  27. Joanna says

    February 8, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    Hello Dawn Michelle!
    What a wonderful news! Congratulations to you and your husband. Your baby boy is absolutely gorgeous.All the best!

    Reply
  28. Nav says

    March 25, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    AAAhhhhh congratulations!!!!! soooo sooooo cute!!!! <3

    Reply
  29. Micarae says

    April 24, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Such wonderful news! I am sending so much love to your family! 🙂

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