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Olivia Jenae Has Arrived!

September 28, 2007 by Susan

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Praise God!

Precious little Olivia Jenae has blessed us with her swift arrival.

Olivia was born early this morning at about 1:30 AM after a brief and reasonably manageable labor. Janice did wonderfully during the labor and is now tired but doing very well.

Olivia is a beautiful healthy baby girl weighing 6 lbs 14 ounces and measuring 20 inches.

She takes after her big brother Jackson and is already happily nursing like a pro. (Jackson came out looking for food and has always been a great eater. You can tell by how tall he is.)

What a blessing Olivia is! We are so very thankful to have her here with us. (I’m looking forward to her cousin Sophia arriving soon too. Hopefully she will have as smooth of a delivery as Olivia had.)

Olivia’s middle name is Jenae which means “God has answered our prayers.” And He truly has.

We thank the Lord for bringing Olivia Jenae to be with us.

I will post photos tomorrow (or later today I should say.)

Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes!

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Susan Carraretto and her identical twin, Janice Croze, created 5 Minutes for Mom in 2006. Susan loves all social media, but her top addiction these days is Pinterest.

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124 Comments

  1. Debra says

    November 20, 2007 at 2:00 pm

    Congrats! My daughter was born on August 11, 2007 and we named her Ashley Jenae.

    Reply
  2. Jodi says

    October 1, 2007 at 7:28 am

    Congrats!!! I love her name!!

    Reply
  3. Jen says

    October 1, 2007 at 2:03 am

    Oh how awesome. I am so thankful everything went smoothly. Congrats Janice and whole family. I know big brother Jackson has to be sooo excited.

    Reply
  4. Amy says

    September 29, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    How Wonderful!! Congratulations!!!

    Reply
  5. Allison Velazquez says

    September 29, 2007 at 2:57 am

    Congrtulations on the arrival of the bundle of joy. Many blessings are instore for your family.

    Congrats again

    Reply
  6. Pamela Kramer says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:48 pm

    Hurray! I’m so happy for your whole family. What a blessing and I can’t wait to see the photos.

    Reply
  7. Jill says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:35 pm

    WOw, congrats!!

    Reply
  8. Ramie says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:27 pm

    Congratulations!!!!

    Reply
  9. Southern Girl says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:16 pm

    Congratulations! To ALL of you! One down, one to go! 😉

    Reply
  10. Alexis says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:50 pm

    Congrats!!

    Reply
  11. Jane says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:49 pm

    We’re thankful for the wonderful news!! Welcome to little Miss Olivia. Now bring on the pictures!

    Reply
  12. Avis says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:32 pm

    Welcome “Baby Olivia” & Congratulations “Mama Janice”! What a true blessing! Looking forward to pics soon!!!

    Reply
  13. boomama says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:23 pm

    Congratulations, sweet Janice and family!

    I am thrilled to death for y’all.

    Reply
  14. tanyetta says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:19 pm

    congratulations!!!!!! 🙂

    Reply
  15. Jenn says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:17 pm

    What a wonderful blessing! Olivia welcome to the world you got a GREAT mama!

    Reply
  16. Faerylandmom says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:12 pm

    YAY!!!

    May God bless your socks off with lots of help to get things done for little Olivia!

    Reply
  17. ChupieandJsmama says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:49 pm

    Oh Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! Hugs to the happy family and I’m glad that mom and baby are well. I can’t wait to see the pictures 🙂

    Reply
  18. Sarah says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:44 pm

    So glad for the good news! What a beautiful name!

    Reply
  19. Lu says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:41 pm

    Welcome to the world, Olivia! Congratulations to everyone, especially Janice!

    Reply
  20. Monkey Giggles says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:40 pm

    Yah!!!!! Smiles and Hugs!

    Reply
  21. Nicole says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:31 pm

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  22. MommaBlogger says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:25 pm

    Yay!!!! Congratulations!!!!

    Reply
  23. Tiffanie says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:12 pm

    Congratulations! What a precious time. I can’t wait to see pictures!

    Reply
  24. Capturing Today says

    September 28, 2007 at 6:10 pm

    Congratulations and what a beautiful name!

    Reply
  25. A Whole Lot of Nothing says

    September 28, 2007 at 5:58 pm

    A HUGE CONGRATS!!!!!

    Reply
  26. Gretchen says

    September 28, 2007 at 5:45 pm

    Wonderful blessings!

    Reply
  27. Auntie Crystal and the crew says

    September 28, 2007 at 5:35 pm

    Yeah!!! Welcome sweet Olivia, we can’t wait to see you and give you all our love:) Blessing to you all as you begin your family of four. Jackson you are going to be such a good big brother, we love you!

    Reply
  28. Carrie says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:48 pm

    Congratulations, Janice! I am thrilled for you! What a beautiful name, and I’m sure the babe is equally as beautiful! Can’t wait to see her…

    I will keep you and your family in my prayers as you adjust!

    PS I can’t believe you had an almost 7 lb babe in that tiny tummy!

    Reply
  29. jen says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:47 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS cant wait to see the photos
    give my love to Janice please
    youve made my day 🙂

    Reply
  30. Karmyn R says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:39 pm

    Congratulations

    Reply
  31. Jenn in AZ says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:31 pm

    Praise God! I can’t wait to see the pictures!!!

    Thanks for the update!

    Jenn

    Reply
  32. Wendy says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:27 pm

    Wow that was fast! Congratulations! Can’t wait to see the pictures, I’m sure she’s every bit as beautiful as her name. 🙂

    Reply
  33. Mikki says

    September 28, 2007 at 4:14 pm

    Congrats!!! Oh so happy for you!!

    Reply
  34. Jana (sidetrack'd) says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:53 pm

    Congratulations to all of you (but especially Janice) and welcome to the world little Olivia Jenae!!

    Reply
  35. Ana says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:48 pm

    How wonderful! Blessing Abound and God is good!

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  36. Karla ~ Looking Towards Heaven says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:47 pm

    hooray!!!

    what a beautiful name.

    Enjoy!

    blessings,
    karla

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  37. The Wooden Porch says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:27 pm

    Congrats!!!!!!!

    Reply
  38. Sara says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:26 pm

    Congratulations! Can’t wait to see her. And WOW, that was a fast labor!

    Reply
  39. Lynn says

    September 28, 2007 at 3:09 pm

    Congratulations, Janice & Family! Welcome little Olivia!!

    Reply
  40. Karly says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:47 pm

    Yay! Congrats!

    Reply
  41. casual friday everyday says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:37 pm

    wow, i just saw that she went into the hosp in labor at midnight and had her at 1:30am!!! WOWEE, WOW WOW! LOL That is awesome. I thought my last one at 9 hours was fast. LOL!

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  42. casual friday everyday says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:35 pm

    What a beautiful blessing. Send my congrats and “ooohs and awwwwws” along, too.

    Reply
  43. Heather says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:17 pm

    Sorry for the above – wrong post! Congratulations to Janice! What a blessing 😉

    Reply
  44. The Pumkin Patch says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:16 pm

    How exciting!!!!!! Congratulations to your entire family!! Can’t wait to see pics.

    Reply
  45. Heather says

    September 28, 2007 at 2:15 pm

    Ohhhh, I would love that book!

    Reply
  46. melody is slurping life says

    September 28, 2007 at 1:40 pm

    Welcome to the world, Olivia Jenae. As God shines his smile upon you today and always, I pray blessings for you and your family.

    Congratulations, Janice! Can’t wait to see the photos.

    Reply
  47. Atasha says

    September 28, 2007 at 1:39 pm

    YAY! Congrats! She just couldn’t wait to meet her wonderful family:)

    Reply
  48. Brandie says

    September 28, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    Congratulations! What a gorgeous name =)

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  49. workoutmommy says

    September 28, 2007 at 1:11 pm

    Congratulations!!! Welcome to the world Olivia!

    Reply
  50. Robin (the PENSIEVE one) says

    September 28, 2007 at 1:03 pm

    OH, my..HOW EXCITING!!! I know this makes you even more excited, Susan :). Thanks for sharing the great news!!!

    Thrilled to hear all is going well (can’t wait to see some precious baby picchas!!)

    Reply
  51. Michele says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:48 pm

    Congratulations…what a beautiful name!

    Reply
  52. Crystal B. says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:48 pm

    Congratulations! 🙂

    Reply
  53. Linda says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:47 pm

    Congrats!

    Reply
  54. Kilikina says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:43 pm

    congrats to jancie

    Reply
  55. Stephanie says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:08 pm

    Janice – So happy for you! Congratulations!

    P.S. I love “Olivia Jenae”…what a beautiful name!

    Reply
  56. Shera says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:04 pm

    That is amazing and wonderful!!!! I’ve been wondering if something was up heehee! Welcome sweet Olivia!

    Reply
  57. Christine says

    September 28, 2007 at 12:00 pm

    Yay! Welcome to the world and to a wonderful family Baby Olivia!!!

    Reply
  58. Cole's Mama says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:57 am

    Congratulations!!! What a beautiful name for a beautiful girl no doubt!

    Reply
  59. Anastasia says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:40 am

    Awwwww Congrats! I’m glad everything went well 🙂

    (lol my daughters name is Sophia too! 😉 )

    Reply
  60. Melanie says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:39 am

    Yeah!! Congrats to all. Can’t wait to see the pictures.

    Reply
  61. Elizabeth says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:39 am

    Congratulations on the new arrival to your sister. It’s such happy news. Reminds me of my own day, a few weeks ago. Heh.

    Reply
  62. Laura says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:35 am

    Praise God!!! Congratulations to everyone!!

    Reply
  63. Melinda says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:32 am

    Congratulations and Happy Birthday. 🙂

    Hugs,
    Melinda

    Reply
  64. Susanne says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:32 am

    Congratulations, Janice. I’m looking forward to pictures!

    Reply
  65. Shauna says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:30 am

    Congratulations!!!

    Reply
  66. Lynn says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:24 am

    Oh, congratulations! We are so happy for you, Janice! What a blessing.

    Reply
  67. Veggiemomof2 says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:19 am

    I’m glad all is well! 🙂

    Reply
  68. Striving\Tessa says

    September 28, 2007 at 11:01 am

    Yay, and thank God it was preety easy. Congratulations mama.

    Reply
  69. Melissa McClone says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:59 am

    Congratulations! A big welcome to Olivia Jenae!

    Reply
  70. Lynne says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:58 am

    Congratulation Janice and welcome to the World Olivia Jenea!

    Reply
  71. Sophia Lindsay says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:54 am

    Congratulations to everyone and Welcome to baby Olivia Janae :).

    Reply
  72. Jennifer, Snapshot says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:54 am

    Congratulations!!

    Reply
  73. MyStarbucks says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:35 am

    God Bless baby Olivia! I am so glad mother and baby are fine.

    Hugs and kisses to you both!

    Reply
  74. Laura says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:30 am

    Congratulations! Sure wish I was there to help you guys!

    All the best,
    Laura

    Reply
  75. ventanawhos daily says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:29 am

    congratulations!!! praise God great things he has [and IS doing/ ] done!!
    welcome olivia janae (such a pretty name!)

    Reply
  76. ktjrdn says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:29 am

    How exciting! Congrats.

    Reply
  77. BP says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:27 am

    Congratulations! I’m thankful to hear of the safe arrival of your new little one. May God bless your family!

    Reply
  78. Jodi Elizabeth says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:23 am

    Yay !!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!!!!!!!!! Can’t wait to see Pictures … I’ll bet Jackson is crazy about her !!! 🙂

    Reply
  79. Crunchy Domestic Goddess says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:23 am

    congratulations to janice and the whole family! love baby olivia’s name. 🙂

    amy

    Reply
  80. Summer says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:19 am

    How wonderful! Congratulations!!

    Reply
  81. Pattie says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:16 am

    Welcome to our world, Olivia.

    Reply
  82. T with Honey says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:09 am

    Welcome Olivia! Congratulations to all!!

    Reply
  83. Rhen (yestheyareallmine) says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:02 am

    Happy Birthday Olivia and Congratulations blessed parents and family!!!
    My 2 y.o. is named Olivia. It is such a beautiful name.
    🙂

    Reply
  84. Tina says

    September 28, 2007 at 10:01 am

    Yahooooooooooooo – a new baby girl!!!!

    Congratulations

    Reply
  85. Sasha says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:56 am

    Congratulations! What a beautiful name!

    Reply
  86. Jennifer North says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:46 am

    I LOVE a happy birthday. Welcome to the world Olivia!

    Reply
  87. Angela Klocke says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:37 am

    WhooooHooooo! Congrats everyone!

    Reply
  88. Jill (CDPJ) says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:36 am

    Congratulations! And what a beautiful name!

    Reply
  89. Heather says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:30 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  90. Angela at mommy bytes says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:27 am

    Congratulations, wonderful news! You are truly blessed.

    Reply
  91. Sarah says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:26 am

    Wonderful news!

    Reply
  92. LM says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:24 am

    How exciting! Congratulations!

    Reply
  93. Laura says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:21 am

    Congrats…can’t wait to see pics : )

    Reply
  94. Aimee says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:16 am

    Welcome Olivia!

    Reply
  95. Shelley says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:15 am

    Wow! Congratulations on the birth of a precious baby girl!

    Reply
  96. Andrea says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:12 am

    Congratulations! I’m glad all went well!!! 🙂

    Reply
  97. Mama Zen says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:10 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  98. Jenna says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:09 am

    Congratulations! What blessed news!

    Reply
  99. Barbara H. says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:06 am

    Congratulations! I am so happy everything went well!

    Reply
  100. Christine says

    September 28, 2007 at 9:03 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  101. katherine says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:52 am

    Congratulations! What a wonderful surprise to find this morning. I’m so glad to hear that you’re all doing well. Can’t wait to see the precious pictures.

    Reply
  102. Tirzah says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:35 am

    Congratulations!!!!!

    Reply
  103. Becky says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:33 am

    Congratulations and blessings to all!!! Can’t wait to see pics of that sweet beautiful baby girl! 🙂

    Reply
  104. Chief Family Officer says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:29 am

    Congratulations! And welcome Olivia – I love your name!

    Reply
  105. Cassidy says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:29 am

    Congrats! Welcome to the world Olivia.

    Reply
  106. Julie Sivley says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:26 am

    Congrats!!! How very exciting!! Thank goodness she’s healthy, happy, and doing well. Rest mommy… don’t worry about the “undone’s,” they’ll get done eventually, enjoy your baby girl!!

    Reply
  107. stacey says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:25 am

    a beautiful wake-up message. congratulations and best wishes!! welcome sweet olivia!

    Reply
  108. Deb says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:21 am

    What wonderful news to wake up to this morning! Welcome to little Olivia Jenae and a huge congratulations to Janice and the whole family! 🙂

    Reply
  109. Twisted Cinderella says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:17 am

    Welcome to the world, Olivia Jenae! Congrats to all!

    Reply
  110. Kari says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:12 am

    WOOHOO Congrats to all!

    Reply
  111. Melissa R. Garrett says

    September 28, 2007 at 8:07 am

    Congratulations!! What a beautiful name 🙂

    Best wishes to everyone!!

    Reply
  112. Adventures In Babywearing says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:59 am

    WHAT!? Oh congrats!! I think the name is beautiful! YAY!!!

    Much love,
    Steph

    Reply
  113. Carey says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:56 am

    Congratulations! How exciting! What a beautiful name. Looking forward to seeing pictures.

    Reply
  114. Erna says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:43 am

    Please send along our warm congratulations to Mom & family. Looking forward to the pictures!!!

    Reply
  115. Shana says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:43 am

    Welcome to the world little Olivia Jenae!!!!!

    Reply
  116. Melissa Markham says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:40 am

    Congrats! Praise the Lord that all has gone well!

    Reply
  117. pam d says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:37 am

    Congratulations to the parents, to Jackson, and extended family, of course!! How exciting! I just happen to have my own Olivia and Sophia, so I will easily be able to pray for your girls by name : )

    Reply
  118. brandy w says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:30 am

    congrats.

    Reply
  119. earthchick says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:23 am

    Wonderful news. Welcome to the world, Baby Olivia! And happy babymoon, Janice! Blessings and more blessings on your family.

    Reply
  120. Pam says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:19 am

    Congrats! how wonderful!

    Reply
  121. stephanie says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:13 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  122. Robyn says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:12 am

    Wonderful news! Congratulations 🙂

    Reply
  123. heather says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:11 am

    Congrats to you guys!

    Reply
  124. ELLIE says

    September 28, 2007 at 7:08 am

    CONGRATS AND HUGS TO ALL—–WELCOME TO THE WORLD OLIVIA…..BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL!!!

    Reply

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