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Welcome Chase!

July 30, 2015 by Julie 410 Comments

Late Wednesday morning, at 11:35 a.m., we welcomed our son, Chase Robert Fagan, into the world!

Baby Chase

Ever since the moment he was placed on my chest and I kissed his soft forehead, my heart has been overflowing with love. We’ve spent the past day and a half in the hospital staring at his little face, stroking his smooth blonde hair, smelling his new baby smell and holding him close.

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My contractions began late Tuesday evening and we checked into the hospital at 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday. (This morning and Wednesday morning’s blog posts were actually typed up and scheduled to post automatically Tuesday night, only a few short hours before my contractions started.) Chase came fast and he came early and no one could’ve been more surprised than me when everything started happening.

Chase and Mom

I am looking forward to sharing more about Chase’s arrival with all of you soon and thank you so much for the incredible support I’ve felt from you guys ever since the moment I announced we were expecting a baby boy. He is finally here and we are falling more and more in love with little Chase with every single second that passes.

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My name is Julie and I am a full-time blogger, new mama, fitness enthusiast (certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor) and food fanatic (mostly healthy... but also not-so-healthy) living in North Carolina with my husband, dog and baby boy. Thank you for visiting Peanut Butter Fingers! I hope you enjoy little glimpses into my life and have fun trying the sweaty workouts I frequently share and making some of my favorite recipes along the way!

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  1. Haelena says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:32 pm

    Congratulations!!!! Looks like you both took the “Parenting a Baby” class JUST in time! I’m so happy for you both!

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  2. Monica H. says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:34 pm

    Every day I’ve been checking/stalking your blog for word of perhaps an early arrival. Today, I saw the post title and it took my breath away. Congratulations to the whole family on your beautiful boy!

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  3. Katie says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:43 pm

    Congratulations! Chase is beautiful!

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  4. Kimberly says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    Congratulations to you guys! Treasure this time with your precious baby boy. You are so blessed. So happy for you!

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  5. Katy says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:47 pm

    He is soooo cute! Congratulations!

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  6. Sarah b says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:49 pm

    Huge congrats!!!! Welcome to the hardest and best think you will ever do!

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  7. Alycia says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:55 pm

    Congratulations, he is beautiful! Wishing you happy and peaceful days!

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  8. Stephanie says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    Congratulations! He is beautiful 🙂

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  9. Michelle says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    Congratulations Julie, Ryan, and Sadie! I love the name-Chase! I never comment, but have read your blog for years and am so truly thrilled for you. 🙂

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  10. Heather @ Life In Leggings says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    Congratulations!! What a beautiful baby boy. I’m so happy for your little family and I am looking forward to hearing all about his arrival. <3

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  11. Mindy says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    Congratulations! He’s absolutely perfect! Enjoy those newborn snuggles!!

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  12. Chelsea S. says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:02 pm

    Congratulations!!! He is absolutely perfect. 🙂

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  13. Susan says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:03 pm

    He’s just beautiful! Congratulations to all!

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  14. Lindsey says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:07 pm

    Ekkkk! What a sweetie! Enjoy him while he’s super tiny because they get big sooooo fast. Can’t wait to hear the birth story. Congratulations!

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  15. Haley says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:12 pm

    He is gorgeous….I love the name! Congrats to all of you

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  16. Michelle says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    Chase is gorgeous–congratulations!! Looks like you two will be great parents!

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  17. Nicole says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    Congratulations! What a sweet little family!

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  18. Sue says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    Congratulations! So very happy for you all! What a cutie!

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  19. Stacy says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:39 pm

    So adorable. Congrats!!

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  20. Emily says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:43 pm

    Congratulations! So happy for your fam!

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  21. Kelly says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    Welcome Chase! In an instant, there were 3……:)

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  22. Natalie Tanner says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:49 pm

    Hello Chase! Congratulations!

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  23. Lindsey says

    July 30, 2015 at 9:59 pm

    Beautiful baby! Love the name! Congratulations to your sweet family, I can only hope Sadie finally realizes the change and accepts him into her fold 😉

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  24. Kristin says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:03 pm

    You took that childcare class just in time! Congratulations!

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  25. Sarah says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:12 pm

    What a little sweetie! Congrats to you!

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  26. Julie says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    Oh my gosh, Julie. I can’t believe he’s finally here and how beautiful he is. I know how exhausted must be- I had an overnight delivery and the hospital I went to has you room in with your brand new babe, who wanted to cluster feed all night long. I hope he is healthy as can be and he obviously has some caring parents to wrap him up in love! I cannot wait to read more about your experience. I am praying for you and your new babe and if you ever want honest, kind & blunt advice, feel free to reach out 🙂

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  27. Rachel @ Simply Rachel Nicole says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:18 pm

    He is absolutely perfect! I am SO excited for you guys!!! 🙂

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  28. Alexis says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:25 pm

    So precious! I love the name Chase! So happy for you, may God forever bless him xo

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  29. Candice says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    Congrats Julie & Ryan!
    He is perfection!! I love the name chase! This newborn stage is quite possibly my favorite! Cherish it!! It goes by in a flash!! Xoxo
    If you need a guest post let me know!
    Congrats again!

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  30. Lindsey says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:54 pm

    He is perfect! Congratulations!

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  31. Lindsey @ Happy or Hungry says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:59 pm

    Congratulations to you and Ryan, Julie!!!! So happy for you guys!

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  32. Kathy says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    My sweet baby boy is Chase Robert, too! Congratulations!

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  33. Stephanie says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    Congratulations Julie! He is adorable! You are absolutely glowing. 🙂

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  34. Erin Christine says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:02 pm

    Oh my goodness Julie, I am so so so incredibly excited that your sweet baby boy is here!! I love his name and cannot wait to hear details!! Congrats to your entire family!!

    Welcome to mommyhood, Julie…your heart now resides outside your body:) xoxo

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  35. Laura says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:03 pm

    What a sweet little boy. Congratulations!

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  36. Chelsea says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    Congratulations Fagan Family!!!!

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  37. Heather@hungryforbalance says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:45 pm

    He is so so sweet! Congratulations!!

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  38. Angela Myers says

    July 30, 2015 at 11:47 pm

    Congratulations!!!

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  39. Daisy @ Fit Wanderlust Runner says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:21 am

    OMG! ! He is so adorable. Congrats!!

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  40. Melissa @ Dancing For Food says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:25 am

    He is adorable and you are radiant! Congratulations! Enjoy every precious moment, it really does go by so fast!

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  41. Nancy says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:36 am

    Oh my gosh he’s here! I wasn’t even expecting the lil’ fella to come out for a bit HAHA i don’t know why but I just had a feeling. Oh he has the sweetest little name, and I’m so happy he’s all healthy and there…and in your arms! Oh julie he’s so sweet. Congratulations you three!

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  42. AshleeO. says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:37 am

    Oh my gosh! What a sweet face! My eyes prickles with tears when I saw the announcement! So overjoyed for you guys. He is such a cutie, too!

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  43. Lora says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:38 am

    Congrats!! He is perfect!! Hope everything went great and that you’re feeling good – good job Mama!! 🙂

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  44. Dana says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:43 am

    Congratulations! Love his name and he is quite adorable! I had a feeling you might’ve had him since you didn’t blog as much lol. Glad you and him are doing well!

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  45. Heather says

    July 31, 2015 at 1:00 am

    Wow! I was so surprised to see the FB post. Big congrats to you guys! So glad the waiting is over for you, and you have your treasure in your arms. Hope the birth was absent of any fears you had.

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  46. Emily says

    July 31, 2015 at 1:08 am

    Congratulations! 🙂

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  47. Zuzana says

    July 31, 2015 at 3:26 am

    Congratulations Julie and Ryan! Chase seems like the sweetest baby ever and I believe you are going to be really cool parents, based on what I know about you two from the blog 😉 I wish you all the best, savour this time and eventually come back to us to report, we’ll be curious how are you all doing! 🙂

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  48. Kristina says

    July 31, 2015 at 3:39 am

    Oh wow, congrats to you and your little family. He looks adorable ♡

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  49. Kailey | The Blonde Travelista says

    July 31, 2015 at 4:27 am

    Congratulations! He is absolutely perfect 🙂

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  50. McKenzie says

    July 31, 2015 at 4:45 am

    Congratulations! The first few days are a total blur so take lots of pictures & appreciate every bit of help people offer you! He’s such a cutie! Enjoy!

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