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Well shes not a Thea, or and Eloise, or a Romilly. Help!!

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AliceInWanderlust · 13/05/2014 19:20

Silent lurker for about three months, but never posted before.

Four days ago I gave birth to our gorgeous DD. She really is a glorious little babe! Inbetween waiting for the whole world to fall out of my fanjo, for, despite the 12 stitches that feels like what is going to happen, salt baths and twice hourly breastfeeding sessions, we need to think of a name for our beautiful girl.

From 21 weeks, we thought I was giving birth to a Thea Eloise, but she is definitely not. Neither is she a Romilly Alice. Or a Madeleine. Ditto Phoebe. Confused

She is however, a glorious little babe, have I mentioned that already? All pouty lips, button nose, dark hair and big blue eyes. swoon And despite being a breast milk ninja, she has stolen our hearts already.

I have a strong suspicion she could be a Polly Alice, but DP is concerned that mil some people may think its a silly, indulgent name. (Not mil bashing, for the most part, she is great, but a dreadful snob!)

So, what I need from you are your best suggestions for a beautifully vintage, old fashioned or even slightly twee name. Out of the top twenty would be the ideal remit, but not a deal breaker.

Thank you so much in advance :)

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ExitPursuedByABear · 14/05/2014 15:16

Any chance of a photo?

minipie · 14/05/2014 15:17

Congratulations! So glad you went with your first loved name.

We have an 18 mo Eloise, she has had a completely unrelated nn till now (like your "Button") and is just about growing into Eloise now.

AliceInWanderlust · 14/05/2014 17:40

Picture of Thea on my profile now if you are interested - she's being registered on Friday so excited

Thank you once again all for your wishes - it's been great to read all the messages! Now the fun begins, I guess ....

:)

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everlong · 14/05/2014 18:16

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minipie · 14/05/2014 18:23

can't see a pic Sad

bet she's gorgeous though Smile

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TheFowlAndThePussycat · 14/05/2014 19:41

I'm so glad you went for Thea, it's such a great name !

ExitPursuedByABear · 14/05/2014 21:01

No photo visible.

AliceInWanderlust · 14/05/2014 21:18

photo there now?

:)

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ExitPursuedByABear · 14/05/2014 21:38

Oh my!

Yes.

Sigh.

AliceInWanderlust · 14/05/2014 21:43

:)

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restandpeace · 14/05/2014 21:45

Ahh shes edible!

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AliceInWanderlust · 14/05/2014 21:52

thank you so much, Ladies.

I'm off to give her the bedtime feed now and hope I get another five hours :)

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IwishIwasmoreorganised · 14/05/2014 22:06

I've just stumbled upon this lovely thread!

Your dd is a very lucky little girl to have parents who obviously adore her.

Her name is beautiful.

I cannot see her photo - it's not public apparently, but I have an image of you all in my head - the perfect little family all off to sleep for 5 (+) hours.

Congratulations.

Xx

ExitPursuedByABear · 14/05/2014 22:06

My 14 year old has just reluctantly brought her phone down.

Enjoy the innocence.

She is lovely.

ExitPursuedByABear · 14/05/2014 22:08

Your DD of course.

AppleSnapple · 14/05/2014 22:14

Maybe number 2 can be Cecily!
Well done, gorgeous name

massagegirl · 15/05/2014 10:03

I have a Thea. Great name! Congratulations.

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