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look what we baked!

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Jacob Henry, born 9/17/09 at 11:30 p.m.. 7 pounds, 0 ounces and 19.5 inches, all of them exceedingly cute.

Of course, we immediately tried to eat him. Because he has CINNAMON SWIRL hair.

chicken legs!

And tiny CHICKEN LEGS, that we will happily dip in barbecue sauce.

But mostly because he’s the sweetest smelling thing we’ve ever cooked up, and I think equally smitten with us.

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  9. Emily

    Oh Deb! He’s so darling! Congratulations a million times over! And good timing with those snickerdoodles- just in time! I hope everything went smoothly.

  10. Katie M.

    Oh my goodness he is too adorable! I jumped up and down and started clapping on my way to a recipe. Congrats!!! Savor this time. I hear they grow up fast. ;-)

  15. bludab

    Congratulations! He is adorable; thanks for letting us have a glimpse into your life at this special time. As someone whose babies are growing up too fast, I’ll take all the pics of tiny tiny toes I can get! Enjoy these first precious days!

  19. JenW

    Congratulations! He’s so beautiful! Lots of hair, just like my kids…did you have lots of heartburn too???? Hope all went well. Enjoy your new family addition!

  31. Laura

    OH MY GOD, DEB! I hope this doesn’t sound odd, as I am a stranger, but I clicked on over here and literally jumped with excitement when I saw those little baby legs!! Congratulations, you too! He is absolutely, completely, totally beautiful. You two must be in heaven. Congrats!

  60. Emily

    My goodness, he’s beautiful! Most (like pretty much all) babies have an adorably sweet shrunken alien thing goin’ on, but not your Jacob. He’s just beautiful!

  63. Jenn

    Congratulations Deb and Alex! He is absolutely beautiful and will add immeasurable joy to your lives. I hope you’re recovering well and enjoying every minute. All the best to you all.

  76. Anne

    Congratulations!! What a handsome baby! (I hardly ever say that about newborns–you done good, Deb.)

    Hope you’re well. Take care, and try not to eat the little guy. ;)

  91. Lisa’s Cocina

    CONGRATULATIONS!!
    Before the pictures loaded, I only saw the title of the post, and I thought it was going to be about a dish you and Alex collaborated on, and well, I suppose it *was* about that, but I wasn’t even thinking :-) Jacob is just perfect, thank you for sharing a photo of him with all of us.

  93. Amy

    He is absolutely perfect. Congratulations! What a cutie. Everyone around me seems to be having their babies and I still have four weeks to go. It’s making me crazy! But so happy for you all. Enjoy those chicken legs and all the rest of him, too!

  95. Kate

    aw, he’s so gorgeous, congratulations! I had an equally scrumptious little man 19 days ago and he already seems so much bigger then he was at birth. Enjoy every single second and BON APPETIT! ;)

  100. LIZ

    Mazel Tov! What a way to start the new Year! Blessings for the new family.
    I imagineJacob will only have home -made baby food. I made my daughters all of their baby food and now have the pleasure of making it for my Grandchildren!
    Enjoy every tiring second. I’m sure your best cooking inspirations will come during those early morning hours as you pace the floor wishing Jacob would sleep!

  106. heather em

    wow, congratulations. i know this may be hard to believe, but i think that is possibly the most beautiful baby i have ever seen. well done! :) so happy for you both!

  112. Cindy

    How lovely. You are such a wonderful baker! Congrats and happy forever. He is such a bright looking newbie! Love your blog and all you have cooked up. It’s all simply mahvelous!

  114. Arielle

    Oh, he is absolutely GORGEOUS! Words barely describe his beauty. Congrats and all the best to the three of you – enjoy your recovery and your first moments with your baby!

  116. Fishes and Loaves

    “May your precious little baby boy
    Fill your lives with happy days
    In so many new and special
    Countless little ways

    Your lovely bouncing baby boy
    Will bring you so much pleasure
    And over the years will give you
    Such memories to treasure” (anon)

    Congratulations and many many blessings…. Jacob Henry is beautiful!!!

  119. Gwen

    To be honest, your burst of posts recently made me think maybe you were having that last burst of energy before labor. So not totally surprising to me. But awesome. He’s beautiful, welcome to motherhood. :)

  120. zenzhey

    Congratulations! He looks amazingly beautiful! Eat him now while he is still tender and sweet! They get tough and bitter quicker then you think! I wish you all the happiness in the world!

  128. tae

    He is so beautiful! And you must be so relieved to finally have him out of your body and into the world! Congratulations!

    p.s. have you had your celebratory drink yet?

  138. Annie

    Hi Deb,
    I don’t comment often but I do read religiously since you’re pretty much my blog idol. I have been checking frequently for this happy update. He is beautiful! Congratulations and enjoy the wonders of motherhood. It really is the best thing you will ever do.
    :) Annie

  149. maire

    Oh Deb!!! How wonderful! Congrats to your new family of 3! He is beautiful and I hope you are all doing smashingly. May you have so many lovely ordinary, culinary, and extraordinary adventures to come.

  160. Janice

    congratulations!! i’ve been reading your blog for over a year now (silently, never left a comment even though you’re one of my favorite blogs! sorry!) but i couldn’t resist the adorable cinnamon swirl baby hair! congrats again!

  162. Linda

    Oh he really looks delicious!
    And born on my beloved Father’s birthday!
    Drink in the smell of his beautiful baby head…that spot right on the back of the neck…
    Nothing in the universe smells as good as that..
    My second baby is Jacob as well…
    Mazel Tov..
    L’ Shana Tova…
    Wishing all the love in the world to your new family of three!

  166. Rachel

    Oh My God, delicious baby goodness! Congratulations, he’s beautiful. Enjoy it, it FLIES by! Mine is 6.5 months now, it’s shocking. <3

  167. Holly

    Well, how could you not want to just gobble him up! You’ve baked up some amazing things on here, but this is your very best work by far! Congratulations on your little family! He is gorgeous!

  168. margo

    Deb I always enjoy your creations…this one is the best ever…delightful and delectable.Congrats to you and Alex…Welcome to the world Jacob….

  172. liz

    while previous posts have nearly moved me to tears with their deliciousness, i actually teared up at this one! congratulations!!! he’s gorgeous, and so lucky!

  177. Susan

    He is adorable! Congratulations to you both..and to the Grandparents. It won’t be long before those tiny little hands will be grabbing cookies from the cookie jar!

  186. claire in AZ

    OMG! He’s beautiful! Everyday for the last two weeks as I’ve opened your blog I’ve thought “Baby???” and today … “BABY!!!!”. Enjoy every moment, Deb!

  190. meanders

    Congratulations! He’s beautiful, and I love all that hair! Chicken legs–ha ha–don’t worry, he’ll plump up soon! Hope everything went smoothly and that all the baked goods worked their charms.

  191. Michele

    I don’t know why, but I thought you had another month to go. I was so surprised to see this post. I have never seen such a perfect little baby face. He just looks so content to be here. Congrats!

  197. Kelly Dwyer

    Congrats! hope the brownies and snicker doodles helped ease the pain and get you the extra attention you were hoping for!! Im sure the nurses appreciated your thoughtfulness of baking something w/o chocolate!!

  205. Liz in Canada

    So I usually say “aw, what a cute baby,” while inside I’m thinking “is he/she supposed to look like that…?” Not this time; he’s perfectly wonderfully adorable. Congrats to you both.

  211. Anne

    Biggest congrats on your little boy — I’ve been following your blog since 2005 (and possibly earlier, I just can’t cross reference any earlier), and I’m so genuinely happy for you guys it would shock most people I know (I tend not to like the littles). While I will desperately miss your fantastic recipes and gorgeous photography, you definitely deserve a maternity leave! Best wishes!

  218. tina

    this is one of the cutest babies i’ve ever seen! must be all the good food momma was eating :) congratulations & thanks for all the recipes!

  221. Melanie

    Oh, what fantastic news! I got chills reading your post because he is just so completely perfect. His sweet little face is just heart-melting. Best of luck to you in the next coming days and weeks. I hope he sleeps through the night starting NOW!

  226. Susan

    Congratulations – a delicious bun and I love the cinnamon swirl! He looks like he’s saying “what are you going to bake for me, Mom?”. All the best!

  229. AmyRuth

    The most precious menu, I mean, birth announcement I have ever enjoyed. The most beautiful little guy baked. Thank you for sharing with your blog friends. Congratulations to you all. He is the best thing you’ve ever cooked up. You’ll never know another love like that.
    AmyRuth

  243. Alisha

    He is so BEAUTIFUL. Seriously. I just want to put him and sweet little soft serve swirly head in a cone and eat him. CAVITIES!! GAH! Savor every second, though. You never knew the meaning of “time flies” before.

  246. ciaochowlinda

    You always have great recipes, but this time you’ve outdone yourself. You really did create a masterpiece. A precious child and lovely, lovely photos – that sweet sweet face and that swirly hair photo just made my day (after a rotten afternoon spent at the emergency room tending to a sprained ankle.) Now take some well deserved time off. Best of luck to you and your family.

  248. dru

    Congratulations, Jacob Henry is a name that goes back a long way in our family, may your young man live long and enjoy the name. The new car smell lasts a long time. . . enjoy it.

  254. Lisa

    Oh! So beautiful he makes me get all teary. Congratulations, Deb and Deb’s Honey — your new addition is your most beautiful success yet. =D

  258. Robin

    Congratulations and welcome to Jacob! He is seriously one of the most beautiful babies I’ve ever seen (except for my own two, of course ;) ) Enjoy the babymoon!

  260. Joelle

    Mazel tov!

    Told you it was a boy. I hope everyone is resting up and healing well…those Snickerdoodles and brownies will go far!

    So…what’s the menu for the bris?

  270. Nan

    What a little miracle man! I’m so happy for you and Alex and for your MOM’S…the only thing better than being a mom is being a Grandma! I hope all went well and you’re okay – he is adorable – and has HAIR!!! So, so cute! Congratulations!!!! So now you can finally tell me what colors!! I can’t wait to get started on his quilt! xo, Nan

  277. Emma

    Oh my, he is just gorgeous! Congratulations to you both! The face, and the hair, and the legs… sigh… he’s just perfect. You make me want babies, Deb!

  282. Philip

    CONGRATULATIONS! What a great looking little man, and he’s got no idea how lucky he is. I’m a little envious of the kitchen smells he’s going to have memories of. Best wishes for all of you.

  297. Stephanie

    MAZEL TOV!!!!! And a beautifully sweet and happy and healthy new year!

    I was on your site following the honey cake recipe! (Made your Challah last night!) Accidentally closed it out and, good fortune good fortune here’s what comes up!

    He’s absolutely edible!

  298. Alyxherself

    Yes! The day after my birthday! yay!!!!!!! He.is.gorgeous! the best looking boy child since my son :)
    So very, very happy for you all.

  302. Kristen

    Congratulations Deb and Alex! Little Jacob is an absolutely ADORABLE little guy. I am so happy and excited for you both! He is just beautiful! I wish you all so much happiness with your new little addition!

  309. Trish

    I love those names…exactly my great grandfather’s names…good solid names…and what a cutie he is! Wow….look at that perfect hair! Oh congrats a thousand times over! take time now to enjoy…..the world should stand still for you now…this is YOUR time…together…you and your son!

  312. Dijana

    Just born and so much personality in his eyes. The best (and worst) is yet to come. Much love and happiness to all three of you. (AND who said that one plus one equals two. Tsk, tsk, tsk.)

  350. Angela

    Congrats to everyone, especially Jacob Henry! You will have the best birthday cupcakes of anyone in school!

    That newborn baby smell is… I can’t think of the right word but it’s intoxicating.

  352. Claire

    He is SO precious! I love his hair…and his little face! Babies that come when they’re supposed to are SO different from preemies, which is what I’m working with this month in the NICU. To me…he looks huge. :-) Congratulations!

  354. katie

    congratulations! what a beautiful and peaceful face and countenance emanating from this new little person. I am a lurker up until now – love your blog, thank you for sharing all your richness with us here.

  360. Cat

    A blessing to you Jacob – may your life be peaceful and full of laughter!

    Congratulations Deb – do ask if you need internet help.

    He’s v. handsome.

  365. Amy

    De-lurking to say congratulations! The cinnamon swirl is perfect, but beware as he gets older that it doesn’t cause all kinds of havoc on a haircut laying down right. I speak from experience!

    Such a handsome little man– snorgle his feet and the back of his neck until your home rings with his laughter. It’s the best sound in the world.

  367. Stiffler

    congratulations to the new parents!
    awesome head of hair.
    let us know if the nurses enjoyed your baked goods.
    i’m wondering what kind of birthday cake post we will see here in about a year from now.

  381. Mary

    What a beautiful baby! I’ve been curious how you would handle the baby announcement; have always loved your posts, your humor, and your photos. This one beat all expectations! :)

  388. Annie

    Oh, the joy of checking in to see what’s new and to find the ultimate recipe! He’s beyond beautiful! What a treat to see him!

    I know you have lots of advice coming every which way but just one more….be easy with yourself in these first few weeks (months?). Don’t rush to start posting. Just enjoy this amazing experience. We’ll be here when you are ready to come back :)

  391. Kirsten

    Oh my goodness congratulations! He does have cinnamon swirl hair! Our is coming later this year, and I’ve loved reading about your food journey through pregnancy. So glad he healthy and you’re well. We’ll be happy to have you back to ourselves eventually but enjoy your new little one now!

  395. Natalie

    What an angel! He’s gorgeous, and I’m so happy for you two! I never thought I could have so much love for someone until I had two of my own children. Congratulations Mommy! (and Daddy :))

  397. Elizabeth

    Oh yay! FINALLY! God I never thought that little guy was going to make an appearance. How adorable. Cute right from the get go! Congratulations and enjoy this wonderful time together.It’s a part of your life you’ll never forget.

  400. Elizabeth L.

    Oh so sweet! He is the nicest-looking newborn ever!

    Only advice–sleep when he sleeps. Do Not Post! we’ll all be here in a while when you come up for air.

  407. Shauna

    Oh my gosh, he is just so dang adorable!! I am so happy for all of you – what a wonderful gift as Fall approaches!! While I am a bit biased about September birthdays (having one myself!), I must say that he looks to be just about the cutest September baby I have ever seen. CONGRATS!!

    Now – get off the computer and get back to showering love and attention upon that baby!! (In between your naps, of course!)

  411. gail

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. Love the pics. Congratulations! Enjoy every second. It all goes too fast….you’ll forget the bad stuff and remember the good!!

  412. Bobanda

    Oh my! Congrats! He is the most adorable just-born baby I’ve ever seen, and I LOVE the name Henry. I had a hunch when I checked the post that this was the one, and as always, you fail to disappoint! All the best to you all!

  419. Tami

    Congratulations! So much hair! Good to take pics of it all now, cause they don’t tell you it falls out and then slowly comes back. What’s up with that!? Enjoy Jacob! They grow-up so fast!

  421. emily

    Wait, your baby. Is here? But didn’t you just get pregnant like a week ago? Haha, time flies (I’m sure not fast enough for you). Great to see you posting – much quicker than I’d imagine, even just for an announcement. :)

  437. PC

    What a wonderful start for a sweet new year! Mazel tov!

    And incidentally, Deb, I have been using your challah recipe weekly ever since my fiancé started rabbinical school. Everyone thinks I’m a natural-born rebbetzin now! (Unfortunately, this means I can’t credit you for my skills, so I am doing that here!)

  446. Hall

    Congratulations!!! It seems so fast, like barely a blink since your last post. Did the nurses like the snickerdoodles and cheesecake brownies?

  452. Donutty

    beautiful!!!
    there are long days and nights ahead and even if you don’t feel particularly beautiful remember that you are the perfect mom for this little treasure.

  453. dana

    we are all smitten!! and look at all that hair!! my goodness! (my daughters were pretty bald.)

    your best recipe ever. and not to be recreated by anyone.

  459. erin

    Congratulations! I kept checking back every day like, “did she have the baby yet? how ’bout now? now?” Cinnamon swirl hair indeed! He is so cute!

  462. eemilla

    I hope you enjoyed your bourbon shot after delivering such a handsome little bundle; he has a beautiful face and head full of hair. I’ll be sure to enjoy a Jameson in Jacob’s name. Congratulations to you, Alex, and the rest of your family! The post title was great, by the way.

  466. Diana

    Congratulations!!!!! He is truly beautiful. Although I must say your post brought up a terrible nightmare from my childhood. When I was 7 I dreamed my grandma was barbecuing my baby brother’s little chicken legs for our dinner. I couldn’t even look at her for weeks! I’m so happy for you guys, praying you get the sleep you need :)

  469. MK

    Cuddle up with that babe and enjoy every minute.
    I remember making fresh raspberry sherbet the day before my first was born — busy busy busy.
    But getting to know this new person in your life will take time and patience and sleeping when he sleeps — adapting your rhythms to his.
    Throw the idea of “back to normal” out of your head and life will be good! You are headed toward a new normal — and it’s a wonderful journey.

  470. Nella

    My dear Deb, he is totally delicious. I even got tears in my eyes. I used to call my grandsons “deliciously naughty” when they were little.

    I hope all are well and snuggled up together. Nella

  480. Nicole S.

    Congratulations, he’s gorgeous! And the fact that his cinnamon swirl hair matches his announcement on this blog – too poetic for words.

  483. Yael

    How wonderful! Mazal tov! What a sweet gift for Rosh Hashana. Wishing you all the best for a sweet, healthy and happy New Year with your new addition! He is absolutely adorable!

  488. Sweets by Jas

    Congratulations Deb and Alex and wishing your new born Jacob a warm welcome to his new home! Happy Rosh Hashana as well! May you all be blessed with great health and lots of love!

  493. Grapeful

    “But mostly because he’s the sweetest smelling thing we’ve ever cooked up, and I think equally smitten with us.”

    The sweetest quote ever. Hope he inherits your kitchen and photography talents!

  497. arlen

    Thank you Thank you for sharing this special time with us. Jacob is so lucky to have you both as parents. Congratulations ! I’ve been waiting for the right time to comment. And this is it! “Deb had her baby” is going on my calendar.
    Congratulations your baby is so beautiful.

  505. Martwork

    Congrats from the mom of another Jacob! You are embarking on an amazing journey! Enjoy even the tough and sleepless moments–because you will blink and he will be 1–and then you will blink again and he will be taller than you are!

  506. Rebecca

    Deb and Alex, Congratulations! Deb, I’ve been following you since the iVilliage days, and you really are a role model to many of us. Mazel tov, shana tovah and best wishes for a year (and life) filled with joy and happiness.

  509. Julia

    Oh, he is the most adorable baby! He has the same birthday as my younger brother, so i will be thinking of him too every year and send the best wishes! Deb, your website is incredible, i loooove it!- thank you for sharing all these wonderful posts!

    All the best for the young family! Many greetings from Vienna

  513. Kim

    That might just be the loveliest baby I’ve ever seen on my computer screen. Stay out of Oklahoma for a while or The Pioneer Woman will want to keep him!

  516. margalit

    Oh Deb, he is the cutest little cinnamon swirl-headed baby ever. He’s just gorgeous! Congratulations, Mazel Tov, and what a freaking PERFECT New Year’s gift. Shana Tova to your whole family.

  520. Rochelle

    Welcome, little one! He is stunning! Stunning. He’s definitely the best thing you and Alex have concocted yet. He looks soulful and wise.

    I look forward to reading about this new chapter in your journey that you have been gracious enough to share with us all these years. Cheers from this long-time reader in Seattle!

  537. Alexandra

    Beyond precious! Congratulations proud mama and papa! Welcome to parenthood, officially! his swirly hair reminded me of my son’s when he was born…it’s a minor battle to comb swirled hair.

    Best wishes!

  541. Rachel

    Adorable baby. Can’t get over how much hair he has (more hair then I had when I was 1 year old).

    But I can’t help but wonder – did your bribes work?

  542. Delia

    Congratulations to the three of you. I know you’ll be filling his belly with yummy things in the years to come as he fills your heart with a love you’ve never known!

  551. Geri

    Congratulations on your recent delivery…what a handsome and healthy baby boy! I send my best wishes to you both enjoy everything about him forget us for awhile you have your hands full now. We can wait to chat later…LOL God bless you all!

  557. Monica

    Oh, the baby smell … I do miss that! (Mine are 8 and 10 now.) My favorite thing about the front carrier was being able to smell (and kiss) their little heads so easily. Enjoy!

  562. cheli

    why why why did you have the cutest baby everrrrrr???? he is adorable, incredibly beautiful! congratulations!!!! i hope you have the ebst time with him…

  565. Collette

    What a cute little baby! And that hair–my 2 year old still doesn’t have that much hair! But he did have what we referred to as chicken drumstick legs, also good fried.

  567. AussieYank

    Fantastic news – thanks for sharing. Make sure to add kid food once you’re cooking for him. Our kids will love it as much as he does. He’s truly precious.

  571. Doris

    Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. Congratulations and well done! – Jacob is truly gorgeous. He will lead you on a most amazing journey. Best wishes for much happiness and joy. p.s. I follow quite a few blogs and have never seen such an amazing reader response. 568 comments in a day!!! You are all very special. :-)

  572. evie

    He’s just beautiful. Congratulations Deb and Alex! Look at that full head of hair and those clear eyes! He’s is precious, your little pea out of the pod!

  581. Eliza

    awww Jacob is so adorable…when i was born my parents said i had chicken legs haha i did…it was funny i weighed barely 3 lbs so it must have looked like a little baby chicken..:) but Jacob is so so sweet and such a beautiful baby.
    congratulation to you all!!

    xo
    Eliza

  583. L Z

    He is ADORABLE!!! And so tiny!

    Congratulations!!

    How did the bribery brownies and cookies go over??? I’m sure the nurses were just as enamored with the baby as the baked goods!

  587. Charlotte

    HE’S GORGEOUS! Congratulations, I am so, so happy for you! and totally in awe of your ability to blog and be pregnant at the same time. I have two children, and my blogging is inconsistent at best. Good luck, keeping up with it! We love your recipes! But most of all: ENJOY THIS TREASURE!

  590. sharan

    omg omg omg omg omg omg.

    i’m not longer a lurker. &it wasn’t even a fantastic recipe that pulled me out of it.

    but OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG.

    please don’t eat him ):

  592. nana in the kitchen

    Over the past year I have drooled, oooed and aahed over your recipes, pictures and posts, but never cried with joy as I do tonight over your latest post–I am so happy for you; many kisses to the sweet “bun from the oven”.

  594. Kelsey

    He is the most precious thing ever! He’s definitely one of the cutest babies I’ve seen and I have three nieces that he’s competing with ;), plus I also work around a ton of babies!

  601. Lisa

    He is beautiful, congratulations! Just wait until he is a teenager, him ( and his frinds) will love having a mom who can cook and bake like you. Enjoy every single moment with him, even the crying ones. It goes by way too fast and don’t ever wish any stage away. Enjoy every moment to its fulliest.

  620. Sophie

    So cute, especially that cinnamon swirl hair. Lots of congratulations to the three of you.

    You’ll have to save this post to show Jacob when he’s older – how lovely to have over 600 people from across the globe writing to welcome you into the world!

  638. Amanda

    SUCH beautiful pictures, with a mom and dad who can cook (and shoot) like that he is a lucky one alright – congratulations, hoping for the best for all of you! Amanda

  657. Sue

    Welcome little Jacob! What a BEAUTIFUL little boy. And that head of hair…ohhh…I can just smell him! :-)
    Congratulations…you have 24 hours to ohh and ahh and then it’s back to the kitchen for you…just kidding. Enjoy every minute…they are each and every one priceless!!!
    Sue

  662. Daniel

    Congratulations! Having read your blog/tweets for a while I was wondering when you would deliver. He is so adorable! And the hair is indeed cinnamon swirl. Imagine that!

  665. robyn

    Congratulations! Jacob is amazingly beautiful! Hope you and Alex are enjoying every moment – from the late night feedings to just sitting and staring in wonder.

  672. Hazel

    Like many, I’ve been a lurker for quite a while, but am delurking to say congratulations! He’s just gorgeous, I’m so happy for you! :) (Greetings from Cyprus in the Mediterranean, by the way!)

  673. Kathleen

    Oh my GOSH!!! He’s beautiful!! LOVE that cinnamon swirl hair! I hope YOU are doing well and had an “easy” (if there ever was one) delivery! So happy for you both—your heart is forever in his hands~

  682. Dawn

    Oh my GAWD, Jacob is GORGEOUS!

    I’m not a cook — I only come to your website to look at the beautiful pictures of food (I mean, I am Jewish after all — I enjoy food; just can’t MAKE it well) — but I had to comment this time.

    I have NEVER seen a more gorgeous baby. They’re usually all scrunchy-faced and stuff, but Jacob is handsome at birth. He’s going to steal many hearts with that face.

    Congratulations! Mazel Tov!

  696. Leighann

    Oh! What a New Year’s present you just got! Congratulations to you and Alex on sweet Jacob’s birth.

    p.s. You get your glass of wine yet? ;-)

  698. Barbara

    What a cute kiddo you have. Usually newborns aren’t so attractive the first few days – but yours is absolute perfection. Enjoy this amazing time of discovery and bonding with your son – its something you will always treasure.

  710. Celaine

    Tasty!
    The Adventure Begins for Mr. & Mrs. Smitten Kitchen
    Watch for details of the happy couple as they discover the
    eating habits of toddlers, young children and teens. Gone the
    spinach-feta pancakes with creme ganache with a squeeze of
    lemon. No more hacked caprese unless it is dolled up with
    hearty franks. Boxed mac and cheese, fast food chicken
    nuggets, and bland as cardboard animal crackers will be the
    norm and preferred by the young smitten kitchen. Good luck
    kids…….I just love this blog. :)

  726. Debbie B

    Congratulations!!! He is beautiful! I can’t believe you used all cooking food terms to announce and describe. Please get your rest and enjoy! Love Deb

  730. gimletgirl

    Congratulations!! Welcome, Jacob!
    When my son was born, he had similar swirl – we used to refer to the center of it as “where Evan starts.”

  732. Diane

    OMG…that’s just wonderful. You can’t cook something any better than that. Look at all the hair…and the beautiful eyes. Congrats!

  737. JC

    Many, many congratulations to you. Hold him, sniff him and never put him down. Pull up his blankets just to touch his tiny feet. May every moment be burned into your memory!

  744. Linda Susanna

    Congratulations! Taniah! (Malay) Gong Xi! (Chinese) and domo omedetou gozaimasu! (Japanese) on this very, very happy occasion, Deb and Alex! Welcome and God bless, Jacob! Best wishes to the joyful grandparents too!

    XOXOXO all the way from Malaysia.

  745. Jen

    He is adorable! Congratulations and thanks from sharing his arrival! I see baby food recipes on the horizon! Enjoy these early beautiful days together.

  748. Archie

    Long-term lurker here…congratulations on your gorgeous new baby! I love reading your blog…this little one is very lucky to have a mum like you!

  751. Kamran Siddiqi

    Deb, congratulations! Now, watch out for all the mommy bloggers who are going to try to bombard you with parenting “techniques” and will tell you that your parenting is incorrect, even though you’re an excellent parent. I guess it’s jut one of the things about blogging, you’ll hear everyone’s opinions, but the best part is that you’ll take everything with a shaker full of salt and use what you think is best. I think your son is going to be a lucky person! He’s got an awesome mom who bakes! Too bad my mom can’t bake for her life, and now refuses for me to teach her because she doesn’t want to learn how to bake from a 17 year old.

    Oh, never do that to your son. If he knows how to do something that you don’t- let him at least try to teach you. Us teens are actually smart sometimes. :)

    Anyway, have a great time with your son!

    Oh, and don’t forget to have a drink! I remember you saying how annoying it was that you couldn’t drink, but I think you overcame that urge by baking / cooking up some delish recipes!

  755. ines

    oh my goodness, he is the sweetest, loveliest little boy and the swirl atop his dear head reminds me of my son when he was born. enjoy all his little bits. congratulations!

  762. Tama

    ADORABLE! Congrats on your little “muffin man”. I thought your photography was great but now I see it truly is the subject matter that is beautiful.

  766. Erin

    Oh he is so gorgeous! As a first time pregnant woman, I’ve been having so much fun reading about your preparations for your little one. Congratulations to you and your whole family!

  781. holly

    Wow. That is some sweet smitten LOVE….What a beautiful baby…
    Truly, I don’t think I’ve ever commented on your blog- I read it a few times a week but I couldn’t help but mention his sweetness!

    You done good.

  797. John

    Congratulations! Deb and Alex.He looks like a keeper. Just think he might actually live to see the beginning of a new century. I pray we can somehow do better with our stewardship of the planet we call earth and hand him a world in which he can live a healthy and prosperous life.

  800. nancy williams

    Hi Deb! I have never commented here before, despite LOVING your blog for months now…but I couldn’t just lurk a moment longer!! Warmest congratulations to you and Alex, and best wishes to the new family you have just become! Jacob is absolutely gorgeous! As the mom of a 10-year-old son, I will tell you that the years fly by (the days…not so much!)…and that little boys are just awesome! Enjoy every minute!!

    Welcome to the world, Jacob! Can’t wait to read about all the kitchen adventures you’re sure to become part of!!

  801. Kate

    Deb,
    Congratulations! What a perfect way to start the new year. L’shanah tovah!
    May your family continue to have a wonderful start to 5770 and a sweet new year filled with many more blessings! Mazal Tov on your beautiful boy!

  809. Kate

    Deb,
    Congratulations! What a perfect way to start the new year, L’shanah tovah! May your family continue to have a wonderful start to 5770 and a sweet new year filled with many more blessings! Mazal Tov on your beautiful boy!

  811. Indigo

    Oh Deb I don’t believe it, to think he’s been in the world since Thursday and I only just found out (though I suppose time differences play a part here, so it’s not so long when I work it out)! Congratulations! He is so beautiful, and I don’t even like babies. It feels like you’ve been pregnant forever, but somehow it never sank in that there would be an actual BABY at the end of it – but there is, and he’s perfect. I’m so happy for you!

  812. Janet

    A wonderful addition to the family! I look forward to seeing lots more wonderful recipes once you get some sleep, however you will be amazed what the brain can conjure up during those middle of the night feedings and you are totally exhausted. Cheers to you and Alex!

  825. sarah

    Congrats! What a REALLY beautiful baby boy. Not all newborns are cute, but I have to tell you he is darling! I have three boys myself and they are heavenly. ENJOY!!

  827. amanda

    i’m not gonna lie… i do not think all babies are cute. some are, infact, rather grotesque looking.

    however, YOUR baby is positively SO flipping adorable that he brought an actual tear to my eye this morning. CONGRATS!

  837. Sharon

    Mazal Tov! What a wonderful way to kick off 5770. Rosh Hashannah will never be the same. Enjoy every second, even the sleep deprived, spit up, and poop explosion ones.

    Did the nurses like the brownies and cookies?

  840. Melissa

    Ah, well I’m not the first to delurk and also not the last for this, I’m sure – but how could I not! Too much ADORABLE! Hope everything went well and you get some sleep (and some real drinks!) in between cuddling your cinnamon swirl boy.

  841. Krissy

    What a beautiful baby! Gaa, all that hair?!:) Congratulations Deb and Alex and best wishes as you begin this new chapter for your family!

  856. Sonia

    Congratulations!!

    I am smitten by your cute baby’s pics. Wishing you all happy times! Thanks for sharing the pictures.

    Sonia, Barbados

  870. Jane H.

    Wow, oh, WOW!!! What precious perfection! Welcome to the world Jacob Henry (what a face!) and congratulations Dad and Mom (I can feel your glow from here):D. I am so very happy that all went well.

  871. lacrema

    OH MY GOSH! He is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing the precious photos. Now I want to have another one. ! There’s something about that first time you see your baby…Gah! Congratulations on a perfect baby!

  873. Rachel W

    Congratulations on your sweet new bundle! He is absolutely adorable and I loved all your cute food allusions, since this is a food blog, after all! I have had three of my own and relate easily to that temptation to “eat them up!” Enjoy these next days…eat well and get as much sleep as you can. Congrats again!

  876. Michelle in Orygun

    What a sweet baby! And so alert already–wow! Many, many congratulations and all my best wishes for a wonderful childhood!

  880. Julie

    Wonderful news! He is a beautiful little boy..I love the cinnamon swirl hair!
    Congratulations and I hope you are well after the birth. I look forward to reading about the many adventures of little Jacob!! Congratulations Deb and Alex!

  882. Steve S

    Congratulations! Wow, look at that hair.
    (And born on my oldest daughter’s birthday. You’ll have to teach Jacob what my oldest daughter learned – 9/17 is also the birthday of our U.S. Constitution.)

  892. Trudie

    He’s GORGEOUS!!!
    You’ll finally understand what people mean when they say- ‘I was so proud I thought my chest would burst!!!’- I never truly knew what that meant ’til I had my own… Way to go guys!

  894. jana

    I feel a bit like a traitor saying this, as I have two of my own, but I think he might just be the cutest newborn I’ve ever seen! And LOOK at all that hair! Did you have heartburn like crazy while pregnant?

    Welcome baby Jacob!

  896. Saskia

    Mazel tov!! I checked in today to say thanks for the wonderful apple cake recipe (it was a big hit @ rosh hashana lunch yesterday) and instead get all mushy looking @ pictures of your new baby! How wonderful!!

  900. Susan Wolpert

    MazelTov! What a way to welcome the New Year. He is absolutely gorgeous. Enjoy every day with him! He already has more hair than either of my kids had at their first birthday!!

  909. Leslie

    Angelic in a way that only brunette babies can be. Congratulations to you both. Those chicken legs will fatten right up with your delicious cooking :)

  918. Karen Lana

    So adorable! Your joy must be overflowing!

    Many blessings,
    =)

    PS As a nurse, I know that your kind thoughtfulness in baking treats meant a great deal. I’d bet after one taste they thought they’d died and gone to heaven!

  923. Neesha

    OHMYGOSH!!! so adorable! I love his hair! full head of hair!!!! I wish I had the same when I was born but I was as bald as a… well baby. Congratulations! He is so cute and lovely!

    When I first saw the picture I was surprised. They baked a cake that looks like a baby? what the… OOOHHH!!!! THEIR BABY! Am so happy for you two.

  925. Gail

    Deb, I’ve been following Smitten Kitchen for a couple of years now and making friends and family happy with your recipes, but it took Jacob’s arrival to finally make me post a comment. He is adorable! Mazel Tov! And L’shana Tova to the three of you.

  938. Candace

    Deb –
    He is simply beautiful. Congratulations on your most stunning achievement to date! (and believe me, that’s saying a lot … I love your blog altho I’ve never commented before now) Thanks for sharing that journey with us … :)

  939. Deborah

    Congratulations on your newest creation! He is adorable. Be sure to enjoy every stage …. they go by so quickly. (Said a mom of a 31-year-old son, who also had a Cinnamon Swirl! :D )

  942. Pat

    He is absolutely adorable! Congratulations! Look at all that hair, OMG!
    Can’t wait until he becomes a taste-tester for you.
    And a big thank you for all the wonderful recipes you’ve tried and shared with us!

  949. Alex

    Awwww! He’s beautiful!!! Congratulations! And, because I baked your snickerdoodles last night, I know that the nurses took extra special care of him (and you). :)

  958. Betsy

    Normally when I see something so sweet I would say “I’ll have the same thing she’s having” but since I already have 6, I think I will leave at My Congratulations to the Chef, well done!

  967. celia

    Congratulations! What a cutie!
    Hey, and have your realized you got almost a thousands congrats messages??? You’re so fortunate! All those good energies and wishes will make your baby a very happy one!!!!

  968. laurence

    Congratulation for the birth of your little boy , so much hair already .I’ve tried your receipe for chocolate cake last week , it was delicious , so delicious that we did again today , adding some walnut.

    Laurence

  974. Marci

    CONGRATULATIONS… indeed a wonderful way to start the New Year, and what a beautiful baby!

    (My family and I enjoyed your Nectarine Galette just last night with our holiday meal!)

  975. amy

    Congratulations!!! He is adorably sweet – indeed, great hair! I was wondering if it was THE time & now look at that, we share a birthday! :) Best wishes for your new little Virgo & his wonderful family!

  989. Shauna@curiouscupcakes

    Oh my goodness he is on one the most beautiful, precious newborns I have ever seen including my second daughter. And the cinnamon swirl hair!!! Now I want to eat him up to…I would bake him a birthday cake if my oven wasn’t broken :) Enjoy him, before you know it he will be helping you cook!

  993. Amy E.

    Mazel tov!!! He is adorable! Little Jacob already looks like a heartbreaker and no doubt you’ll be busy baking goodies to let the girls down easy for him. Congratulations to your family!

  996. quiltcat

    Mazel tov! what a gorgeous baby boy! as so many other commenters have noted, newborns often look red and squashy…baby Jacob on the other hand looks like an adorable little person…and such a beautiful head of hair and little tiny toes to nibble on! May you and your whole family be inscribed for a very good year!

  998. Georgia Joliemimi

    Congratulations on the most wonderful creation you ever made with your husband. A perfect family. He is truly a perfect little “bun” with gorgeous hair already!

  999. Helen

    Oh wow! Congratulations! I hardly ever comment here but how could I resist this one?! What a gorgeous little boy you baked up there. Well done and congratulations again to you both.

  1000. Maya

    Congratulations, he is adorable, and don’t worry, you can nibble him! In 6 months you can start posting your gourmet recipes for mashed yams. :)

  1003. Laura

    he’s just perfect. congrats to you and alex! will you post more pictures in a few weeks, when those chicken legs turn into yummy marshmallow man thighs?

  1005. JeffWinett

    Much Mazel to your growing family. Not that you haven’t already taken delicious bites out of life from your passion of cooking and sharing….but wow Deb, from here on in….let the good times roll.

    Cheers,
    J

  1010. Marguerite

    My heart just skipped a beat and took me back to that time when my grown children were my yummy honey nuggets of sweetness. Congratulations! You have some wonderful times ahead with your hubby and sweet angel. Wait til he’s your chunka munk with little rolls.

  1012. Melanie

    He is yummy! Congratulations! I know that you are so proud. Love the swirl hair. I could just kiss that head it’s so beautiful. Did you have heartburn? I did when I had my son 15 yrs. ago and he had a head FULL of hair.

  1018. Irene

    I woke up this morning thinking about you and when were you finally gonna have that baby, and then thinking, it’s going to be a boy, because I’ve had 3 friends in the last week have girls. That, and I’m making Snickerdoodles this morning. Congratulations Deb & Alex, and Jacob is one very lucky, very adorable baby who is going to get fattened up in no time!

  1029. Rebecca

    Congratulations!!!! I read your blog all the time, but I never post. I had to this time!!! He is soooooo cute! Enjoy every minute of it, even the nights without sleep! They are well worth it!!!

  1034. julie

    Oh my gosh, I was checking in for a possible dinner recipe and gasped outloud. I am thrilled for you both and welcome little Jacob to the work. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your happiness with us. There is nothing better than being a family!

  1042. JeabBKK

    OMG, he’s the cutest newborn that I’ve ever seen.

    Mines looked so ugly during the first few months.

    Big CONGRATS to you and your husband!

  1045. Katy G

    Congratulations! What a gorgeous baby. Best post ever. Thanks for sharing. This made my day. May babies are 25,23 and 20. Goes by in a minute. Enjoy.

  1054. carrie

    Ooooooh I am cooing and carrying on, sitting here by myself, looking at your darling baby! Congratulations! He is PERFECT!

    Thanks for your terrific blog.

  1055. Kerri

    Oh my goodness! What a handsome little man! HUGE congradulations! I’ve been lurking for a long time, eager to see the gender of your baby, and he’s so utterly cute! And so much hair! I am impressed.

    Try to sleep while you can, Mom and Dad.

    Kerri from MN

  1056. Barbara Muir

    Congratulations!

    What a beautiful baby. I haven’t commented before but I’ve been following your
    blog for a year, and had a feeling the baby would be here this time! You must be
    very proud. I hope your mothers are coming to cook for you, so you can get a little
    rest. What happy news!

    Take care,

    Barbara

  1058. sarah vine

    So happy for you! I’ve been checking your site excitedly waiting for this announcement…. you’ve got people wishing you and yours well from all the way here in Israel. I hope you have great family support for for the next couple of weeks and if not that, a doula! x

  1068. Amy

    Yay! I know this is a food blog and not a mommy blog, but I’m sure I’m not the only one that would love to hear about his arrival. He certainly is delicious!

  1077. Susie

    OMG, Deb, I have lurked here for so long, I don’t think I realized how close I feel to you without you even knowing me, until I, too, gasped at the computer. He is completely yummy. Congratulations!

  1086. tanya

    Congratulations, Deb and Alex!!!!!!!!!!!Your little boy looks irresistibly delicious!

    Looking forward to more pictures and, of course, tasty things (I don’t doubt, you’ll be back in the kitchen in no time).

    Best wishes and best of luck in your new life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  1088. tj

    …*sigh* Beautiful. Congrat’s to you both on this wonderful gift that has been bestowed upon you and many, many blessings too!

    …God bless you lil’ Jacob and welcome to the world… :o)

  1096. Karen B.

    Even more beautiful than the cheesecake brownies I made from your recipe. And while you’ll never have time to read these comments now, I love the name (and I’m only partially biased as my son is named Henry).

    Congratulations!

  1098. Farihah K.

    WOW i NEVER comment but i just had to stop and say: he’s absolutely gorgeous! made me stop in my tracks; hes gonna be a heartbreaker. ;) Congratulations!!! (:

  1102. Colleen

    Many congratulations! Thank you for sharing your joy, and passion for food, with the rest of us.

    P.S. Many new moms I know, myself among them, seem plagued by an infinite list of guilt-inducing to-dos. I hope that for you this blog won’t be among them! I for one will be happy to see your next post whenever it appears, be that days, week or even (gasp!) months … I would rather re-read your old posts and know you are enjoying time with your new son!

  1104. gardencrazy

    He’s absolutely beautiful. Enjoy every moment as he grows and becomes an intriguing little person! Most sincere congratulations. I have two of my own; they are amazing additions and are surprisingly able to complicate previously simple lives. I wish you and your well-fed husband all the best!

  1107. Cindy in GA

    Congratulations to the Smitten family!!!! Jacob is adorable (try not to eat him up yet; there’ll be many more adorable moments to come, believe me)! :o0

  1108. heidi

    Congratulations! He shares a birthday with my wonderful husband, who joins me in sending good wishes from Seattle. Enjoy this blessed time as a newly-expanded family :).

  1111. Janet

    Sweet Baby Jacob. What an amazing blessing! The best life has to give in my opinion- beautiful family and great food (add wine and friends and good health)! You have it all. Enjoy!

  1114. Sandra

    You have too many comments to read already but who can pass up the chance to say congratulations for bringing such a beautiful baby into the world. Enjoy him! You will love being a mommy.

  1116. chavi

    MAZAL TOV!!! He’s absolutely adorable and what a wonderful Rosh Hashana present! May he bring you and your families much joy and endless laughter in this new year!

  1128. mal

    I never comment but check your site all the time. I don’t know you, but I got so very excited to see your new baby. Congrats! I can’t believe you kept up all your posting to the very day of delivery. you are such a blog rockstar!

  1131. shev

    Mazal Tov!
    Debbie: Happy Birthing Day. You are one awesome woman, bringing new life into this world.
    May Jacob always be a source of joy and blessing to you and your families.

  1136. Millie

    First off, congrats on one of the cutest little boys I think I’ve ever seen! He’s beautiful!!

    Secondly, just FYI, when I first clicked on this post from my Google Reader, it first brought me to your site, and then directly into a completely bogus “Your computer has a virus, buy our BS product and we will fix it for you” kind of site. Luckily my software engineer husband quickly swooped in to save the day, and told me to let you know what was happening cause he thinks your site got hacked. Just wanted to let you know…Congrats again!!

  1137. Kim

    First off, congrats on the new baby!
    Secondly, what happened to Millie (1136), happened to me. Luckily I was able to close it down using task manager, so no harm done.

  1139. Shira

    Congratulations! He is absolutely GORGEOUS!! All the hair is soo cute! Makes me want to wake up my 9 month old and give her a big hug. Enjoy him!! May he bring you lots and lots of happiness!!

  1142. diana

    Congratulations! He’s beautiful… Welcome into this world, little boy!
    When your page was charging, I was sure I was going to see him…
    Lovely boy, and I love your smile! Thank you for letting us into this miracle!

  1145. melissa

    Mazel Tov! What a beautiful baby boy! Welcome to our world, Jacob, and L’Shana Tova to your whole family–this year will surely be full of blessings!

  1149. Carolyn Parker

    So sweet, I’m getting teary. My first comment, but I’ve been here a lot, shared links, and made your recipes. Thanks and enjoy the angels around your darling babe– I’m sure they’re smitten.

  1152. Kimbus

    Congratulations! Jacob Henry is a fine-looking baby – all that good food you’ve been feeding him these past 9 months. What a wonderful adventure for you all and how kind of you to have shared with us. Looking forward to the future updates, but meanwhile, rest, relax and enjoy your son! With best wishes, Kimberley x

  1153. Jen

    Congratulations to the both of you! I’ve been an avid follower (and mimicker of your delicious recipes) and I couldn’t be happier for you! Enjoy this wonderful new adventure.

  1154. ms ellie

    He’s Perfect.
    Welcome to the world, Jacob Henry.
    You are one lucky little chicken-legged fella!
    Congratulations Deb and Alex. Enjoy the Babymoon.

  1155. Kelsey

    Oh my god!!!!! I’ve been following this blog for years and, don’t get me wrong, I love everything you cook and photograph and post food-wise. But THIS is perhaps the best post yet. Congratulations Deb!

  1159. Angela C

    Beautiful, lucky boy. Congratulations to all, I’ve been following smittenkitchen for a while now and am so thrilled for your family!

  1165. Ann Alvarez

    What a beautiful boy!!! Congratulations!! Thanks for the wonderful pictures. Definitely feel like an “honorary grandparent”!

    Ann

  1188. Alice

    HE IS BEEEEEAAAUUUTIFUL!!!! I’m so happy for you two! This is definitely your best recipe to date ;)

    (Although, as I side note, I made your all-butter really flaky pie dough for a peach pie the other day and I will NEVER use any other recipes ever again. It was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!)

  1192. Mary

    This is just the start of a whole new life for your family – may it be filled with health and much laughter – and all the love you need to make it through the hard times too. He is beautiful.

  1194. Rebecca

    Oh my, he is the cutest baby I have ever seen. And that hair?!? He has so much and it’s beautiful! Congratulations on bringing a special little bundle to this world. I’m sure he will be a happy and chubby baby with such an amazing cook as his mother!

  1197. Jen

    OMG! Congratulations! Your post was so awesome it made me cry. No, it has nothing to do with the fact that I’m currently very pregnant and awaiting my own little boy…why do you ask? I wish your family all the best.

  1204. Amy

    From someone who has been reading Deb before she was Smitten with Alex (but has never commented), I wish you all a hearty mazel tov! What a wonderful name. And face!

  1208. SmartCookie

    Congratulations. Now it’s apparent that your skill to make beautiful things is not restricted to the kitchen. He’s absolutely beautiful! Enjoy!

  1215. Jeff in Boston

    L’shana tovah – you sure started the year off sweet! I’m another non-poster who follows your blog with joy. I wish you, Alex, and little Jacob all good fortune. Mazel tov!

  1216. Selkie

    Oh Deb, I (we) have followed along, exclaiming to ourselves “Can’t wait ’till that baby gets here!”, and then OH JOY one day I open your site and there HE is, Jacob Henry…. I am THRILLED TO TEARS (honestly….) for you and him and him…
    All best wishes of JOY!
    (For a birth gift I’d be PLEASED gift you all 50 % off a night at the Inn at Bath, in Bath ME, a LOVELY warm old house. And Bath has Chef Esau Crosby’s cooking at SOLO BISTRO (you can buy your own dinner, or arrange with Esau a comp for a recipe).. He is one of the BEST.
    Do come when he is bigger and you are all settled. Jacuzzi and fireplace in room.. Come on…

  1218. Mary

    Mmmm baby hair, baby fingers and toes, baby ‘tocks! Best nibbles in the world! All best wishes to the Smitten family. Betcha didn’t know just HOW smitten you could be!

  1219. Jeniyo

    congrats! it was a little disturbing to want to dip your baby in BBQue sauce but we understand.. =) welcome, Jacob… you are lucky to be born to the smitten kitchen

  1222. Janet

    Congratulations! What a wonderful baby! May you have many many happy hours in the kitchen together. You are all so lucky to have one another.

  1230. Jill Budzynski

    Maraveillosa! Babies are THE BEST! A major injection to the positive karma of the world:) Wishing you all good health, good recovery and deliciousness as far as the eye can see!

  1232. Katrina

    Wonderful! He’s a handsome little man – what great hair!! And, those lil’ chicken legs will surely be baby-plump soon. Congratulations!

    By the way, the Snickerdoodles are BRILLIANT! Thank you!!

  1235. Kerry

    Congratulations!! He is adorable – and if you think he’s happy now, imagine how excited he’ll be when he can eat solids. It’s going to be tough for him to watch all those fabulous dishes go by….

  1236. Inga

    A big hug for Jacob Henry and congratulations for the parents from Belgium! Enjoy your new, extremely cute, roommate and please continue cooking! And sharing..

  1237. Carol in NC

    So happy for you. He’s beautiful! Glad you had plenty of snickerdoodles!

    Parenthood is the wildest, hardest, happiest, most fulfilling thing you can imagine. Hang on and enjoy the ride. You’ll do great!

  1240. Jamie

    Congratulations!!!! He is absolutely adorable and totally edible looking! You’re going to wonderful parents and at the very least he’ll be well fed ;)

  1242. Katie

    Oh, how wonderful! I so enjoy your recipes, writing and photography, and have been looking forward to reading about your good news. The new addition is absolutely scrumptious!

  1244. anna

    Congratulations! He’s so awake and beautiful. That is the best looking cookie I’ve seen in a while. I’m tempted to make one today : )

  1254. K

    Aw! How beautiful! I just wanted to say that I recently found your website and fell in love. SmittenKitchen is exactly what I have been looking for! It can be difficult to make food look good in photos, but you have managed to capture the true beauty of it all! And the recipes you showcase are just as yummy! Thanks for putting this site on the market! Congratulations on the new addition to the family!

  1257. Susie

    I hate to say nothing more creative than CONGRATULATIONS!!! but I know you appreciate each of our little comments. :)

    Your son is beautiful. Your blog (which I’ve always read but rarely commented on) is lovely, and I wish you all the best!

  1258. Teresa

    Congratulations! Your son is beautiful. I just love his hair with the cinnamon swirl. :D Thoughts and prayers are with you as you adjust to three in the family.

  1262. Katie

    HE IS DELICIOUS
    What a beautiful baby! Congratulations, congratulations, I have never been so excited for someone I don’t know before! I was so happy to see this post, he is so adorable!

  1267. Rachel

    Congratulations!

    He is absolutely beautiful and so blessed to have such wonderful parents (not to mention all of the home made birthday cakes, delicious family dinners and happy Sunday morning breakfasts in his future)!

    I’m sure the nurses enjoyed your goodies and I hope you’re getting lots of rest and lots of quality time with the little guy.

  1269. Anne

    Precious! What an absolutely beautiful baby. So delighted that he has arrived safe and sound, and can’t wait to hear of his exploits in the kitchen (I know it will be awhile, but somehow I suspect mom will have tales to tell!). Sleep well, one and all.

  1275. Susan

    I had the same thing happen as Millie, #1136. I was interupted by a window msg that said my computer could have a virus..and it started attempting to download software to fix “my” problem. I shut down immediately and shredded by cache and cookies. It’s happened twice here. Thought I’d let you know as Millie did.

  1277. Debra

    Hi Deb,
    Absolutely beautiful baby!!! I’ve been waiting anxiously all month for your wonderful news. Jacob is just adorable. Cinnamon Swirl hair, chicken legs, and smells good to boot, just made my day!! You have already started creating wonderful memories with your family!!
    Debra

  1280. Bria

    Mazel tov and l’shanah tovah! What a beautiful start to a new year. He’s absolutely perfect in every way (and, amusingly enough, the second Jacob Henry I know born in the past few weeks to excellent people – must be a name full of promise!). All the best to the three of you – enjoy!

  1282. Laura

    With more than a thousand comments flodding your blog, you don’t need me to tell you that there is a sea of fellow bakers, cooks, foodies, etc. who are overjoyed for you! Congrats!!

  1283. victoria

    What a great present for the New Year! Mazel Tov! Now, how soon will we see recipes using your food mill for curried chicken babyfood? ;)

  1286. Michelle

    Congratulations! He is a beautiful baby :) And born on a perfect day, my best friend also gave birth to a baby girl that day. Enjoy the precious moments!

  1287. Emily Dykstra

    He is super cute! Congrats, Smitten Kitchen! He looks SO beautiful… he doesn’t even look like a squishy newborn. What alert eyes he has. Congrats on your wonderful new journey!
    Emily Dykstra, first time commenter. :)

  1289. Katie

    I clicked on over and when I saw the first picture, I gasp’d and said, “Oh, she had her baby!” Oh, he is beautiful! All that hair! Congrats to you and Alex!

  1290. tina

    what a sweet little thing, makes me all teary eyed and smiley at the same time. adorable. congratulations! soon lil jacob will be helping to bake all those goodies you make! :D

  1295. Jo

    … and here I am looking for the recipe after the jump. :)

    He is absolutely scrumptious — enjoy that beautiful boy of yours. Congratulations!!

  1306. Sarah Docherty

    Oh Deb!! He’s the most beautiful baby!! I literally screamed when I opened your site, and then ran through my apartment alerting all of my roommates that your baby has been born! There is much rejoicing in Chicago for you and Alex. I don’t know if I could be happier for you. Many, many blessings upon all of you as you begin the best journey in life.

  1314. Nicole

    I’ve never commented. No idea why..until now! Your post this morning had my husband and I (also excepting next year) gushing! So endearing and lovely. <3 Congrats to you three!!!!

  1316. Melanie

    I KNEW it!I kept checking your site to see if you had posted again (maybe I should sign up for the email update?). Jacob is so,so,so,so CUTE! Congratulations!

  1319. Susan

    Making the decision to have a child – it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.
    —Elizabeth Stone
    Congratulations – LOVE,LOVE,LOVE the cinnamon swirl hair… you have baked up a real treasure. Enjoy every precious (& sleepless) moment…

  1320. Shiri

    Oh my! He is lovely! Mazel tov! How on earth did you birth a newborn who looks at least six weeks old? Either you’re amazing and heroic or he is just quite mature looking and you’re still amazing and heroic. Now fading back into lurkdom.

  1326. Tracy

    Congratulations!! He looks delicious.

    This is not at all what I expected to find when I was looking for something to do with a bucket full of peaches ; )

  1333. Sara

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!! Oh my goodness he is so cute!!! And the nurses in the hospital are very lucky to be around all those delicious-looking treats! Best wishes to you all :)

  1339. ella

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! i love his name, and he is adorable. honestly, i feel like i (and all your other readers too) have been a part of this journey with you, so i am absolutely thrilled for you and your husband. CONGRATS CONGRATS CONGRATS.

  1340. Karen

    Welcome to the world little angel, Jacob! May God bless you with health and a wonderful relationship with all around you. And Mommy & Daddy, too.

  1341. Kat

    Congratulations! He is so beautiful! So much hair! And such a nice face, not all mooshed and purple like a lot of newborns! You must be so pleased! Bring on the sleepless nights. ;)

  1343. BarbaraC

    Congratulations to the whole family! He is beautiful, and looks perfect in every way. Now, mom, I know you have a blog to do, but PLEASE, take it easy and enjoy this special, short time with Jacob Henry as a newborn! Best wishes for a long and healthy life for all of you.

  1347. kimberly reisinger

    Congratulations! I hope you are letting people bring you food instead of making it yourself…just for a little while. This is the one time you should have someone cook for you.

    And Jacob is TOTALLY edible. I thought all my babies were too ;-)

  1357. Mary B.

    Congratulations on your blessed event! What an intelligent look on his precious face! Enjoy this wonderful time with all your family. They must be “over the moon”.

  1358. jennifer

    In case you ever have the time to read this….My first is Jacob Douglas Moore – originally to be Jacob Henry for his Great Great Grandfather. Once Dad found out he was a boy….Douglas took the place. Moore was for his great grandpa so that was okay, too. Finally, I had my Henry 7 years later. Henry will be 6 in November and I can’t believe how the time has flown. Enjoy every single moment as they are better than anything you could ever create in your kitchen. He is beautiful you should be so very proud of your little cinnamon bun.

  1361. Becky

    Congratulations! I know some people say that every newborn is adorable – but I’m not one of those. But your son is truly one of the cutest I’ve seen!!! So, I have to ask, did buttering up the nurses with baked goods help?

  1371. MelliB

    He is so precious! What a beautiful newborn he is. Congratulations and best wishes to all three of you! I’m sure all your readers have been wondering about his arrival as I have. Thank you for sharing your announcement with us!

  1375. Ellen

    Congratulations! Delighted for you and remembering just why newborns are so precious and delicious. I’m excited to get another one soon! :-)

  1386. Bebe

    Congratulations!! We wouldn’t know each other if we passed on the street but I was so excited to click on the website and see these beautiful photos of your gorgeous new son!!! Just seeing the hospital blanket brought back memories of my three babies (all over 6’2 now, even my daughter!!) Oh…to have them be that small again, I envy you, enjoy every minute!!

  1387. Eloise

    OH HOORAY!!
    Congratulations! You is absolutely gorgeous! I am so happy for you.
    A baby born on the new year…such good luck!
    L’Shana Tova!!! I know it will be nothing but sweet for you!

  1388. MK

    Congratulations number 1386 (or there abouts if someone gets in before I post this!)

    I was sneaking at work, and I had to stiffle a little cheer when I saw that gorgeous first picture. Im soooo happy for you! What a beautiful little boy!

    Enjoy your moments with him!

    MK

  1395. Cindy

    Heartiest congratulations to parents and family. He is a fine addition to your family tree. Enjoy these first few months–they pass SO fast!

  1398. barbara

    i am not sure how you are going to read 1400 comments, i would not be able to tear my eyes away from such a handsome baby….congratulations, he is magnificent.

  1400. pam

    oh Deb, he’s gorgeous, perfect, wonderful, heavenly. i have tears in my eyes right now. God bless you ABUNDANTLY with this precious gift from heaven.

  1401. Annie

    Congratulations!!! You are crazy for doing a blog 3 days after your baby is born, but for all of us keep it up! Take it easy and enjoy your baby

  1405. Ruth McKowen

    how sweet, precious, beautiful, and funny. I have been eagerly awaiting these pictures, and as usual your words are wonderfully amusing. thanks for posting, God bless

  1408. Sarah

    I just cried a little. Thank you for sharing this moment with all of your readers. It truly is a happy miracle. Congratulations to you and your husband!

  1411. ECJ

    Such a beautiful baby! Congrats. I knew you were gonna have a boy after the boy bait recipe! I have two boys of my own and they are the greatest joys ever…and will surely be yours too!

  1419. sioux

    oh my goodness!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! truly i am speechless. a TOTALLY GORGEOUS baby. seriously. and i’ve seen many and had two myself! congratulations! i’m dying to know how it all went down – was he a little early? can’t wait to read all about it. yay!

  1424. Beirut

    I have been reading your blog for years and this is the first time I am leaving a comment- Congratulations to both you and Alex! Jacob is just lovely and when I saw him, a small but sweet sigh escaped my lips. Awww! Blessings to the three of you on this new adventure you are about to embark upon!

  1426. Monika

    Congratulations!… will we get baby food recipes now?… that would be great.. not for me, as my little one is already 5, but I’m sure you will cook up a storm for him.

    Thanks for the inspiration with baby and cooking…

    love to your precious bundle.

    Monika

  1435. Claudia

    Jacob and I share the same birthday date!!! Do you know what that means? I’ll have the best birthday cake recipes FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE!!! YAY!!! Way to go Virgo!!!

    (By the way, my friends loved the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake as much as everyone else, so thanks =D)

  1439. L.

    MUCH love to you and your boys! Your child is gorgeous, and what amazing eyes. That hair is pretty killer too – Congratulations, Congratulations, Congratulations! What an amazing arrival.

  1447. LaJuana

    Congratulations to you and Alex! You two obviously do your very best work together. He’s incredibly beautiful! Prettiest baby I’ve seen in eons! Thanks for sharing!

  1450. Lauren

    OHHHHHHH! He is absolutely beautiful. He doesn’t look like a newborn at all–what a perfectly defined little face and exquisite features.

    Congratulations to all of you!

  1461. mindy

    OMG…what a treasure!!! And I am sure you will teach him the importance of the “Four F’s of Life,”
    Family
    Friends
    Faith, and last but surely not least…
    FOOD!!!!

  1464. Julie Thomas

    Oh my, would you look at all that hair! Congratulations on such a wondrously cute addition to your family. Looks like you got those snickerdoodles baked just in time!

  1466. Julie

    i dont usually comment, and i certainly wouldn’t have said anything if he’d been less-than-gorgeous, so you can take this as truth–you have an absolutely perfect baby boy. what a handsome fella. i think you’ll have to start fending off the girls by preschool. congratulations!! wishing you a happy, healthy boy as he grows

  1470. Stephanie P.

    That’s the cutest “dish” I’ve ever seen! Congrats to you and Alex on your new family, what a beautiful boy, no doubt to have a beautiful life. I wish you all a lifetime of health and happiness, thanks for sharing pics, look forward to more!

  1474. Liz

    Now, did you modify from Martha Stewart or Bon Appetit?

    What a lucky little baby, and what fun you will all have on this great journey. Be well and continue to be smitten.

  1484. Mandy

    He is just beautiful! I am totally digging the hair. I can’t believe how bright-eyed and alert he looks in that picture. I’m glad all went well for you guys. Congratulations!

  1494. tree town gal

    oh my goodness – he is STUNNINGLY beautiful and perfect…. from the bottom of those delicious toes to the top of the cinnamon swirl hair. loving congrats to you all.

  1495. Marie M.

    Ooh, how precious. What a cutey pie. Jacob, you’re such a lucky guy to have found such wonderful, wonderful parents. They’re going to love you to pieces. Mazel tov!

  1499. Patty

    Congratulations Deb and Alex! Jacob sure is cute! He was born on my fathers birthday,which could will only mean great things for him. I am so happy for you both. I can not tell you how much I like your site.
    God bless,
    Patty-in the piedmont of beautiful North Carolina

  1507. Sara

    What a darling little kid! I almost cried when I saw the title of this post, lol – just the cutest thing ever (the baby, I mean). I can’t wait to see what culinary disasters this kiddo will cook up.

  1512. Bernie

    Sour cherry slab pie, you had me at hello. Broccoli slaw, I see you often on my table, you crunchy thing you. Chicken and dumplings, you brought much needed comfort. Deb, I couldn’t let this wonderful occasion go by without wishing you and your new family all the joy you bring to others.

  1513. Sarah Wick

    Whoa! I expected more baked goods of the cookie-variety. Congratulations! Amazing stuff, non? Have a wonderful time together… these first few days are soooooo special!

  1514. Mary Z

    I enjoy the surprises you put in the blog each week but this one was the best ever! Congrats on such a beautiful little boy who will someday grow up and enjoy his Momma’s wonderful food!

  1521. sarah ledoux

    i knew it! i knew it! i knew it! when you hadn’t updated, i was so sure you were having the little one. can’t wait to hear the tale!! I LOVE DEB, ALEX AND LITTLE JACOB!!

  1526. allison

    Wonderful! He is simply stunning. We just finished celebrating our daughter’s 4th birthday today and all day long I kept thinking “it’s XX:00 o’clock… this time 4 years ago I was _______ (puking, feeling like maybe I could do this, falling asleep between contractions, screaming wildly, etc.).” Giving birth is a kooky and fantastic thing. Congrats on the beginning of a wonderful journey full of great memory-making.

  1529. Alexis

    I logged in to see if you had your baby yet and I was greeted with these wonderful pictures! Welcome Jacob! He is the most beautiful newborn I’ve ever seen. Congratulations…I hope you’re feeling well!

  1535. Marisa

    How wonderful for you…welcome to motherhood. Now swaddle him tight, prop him up in the kitchen and teach that little boy everything you know!

  1536. Tracy

    Congratulations on the new birth. He’s precious. My goodness, how exciting for you. Get some rest, take it easy, and let everyone bring you food for a change! It’s fun to read your blog. You clearly have lots of fans and friends!

    May God richly bless you and your husband as you enjoy your new little one.

    Tracy

  1540. Heidi

    Congratulations. naturally one of your creations would have to be beautiful and delicious. He is perfection. I am so happy for you. Enjoy this magical time.

  1543. Roshini

    Dear Deb..now tat sounds strange to me…first time commenting to a stranger…but i cudnt resist..u have indeed been blessed..congrats…wishing that u wud njy every moment being a mom..he is such a cutie!

  1546. gin

    Shalom! Congratulations! Welcome to the world little baby…I don’t see any chicken legs here…I just see a recipie of love! Enjoy all of your tender moments together as you progress in your new lives…nothing will ever be the same…it will be wonderful…What a beautiful child! We must pray for all children!
    Same birthday as me huh? Isn’t that cute!
    Many, many Blessings for Jacob’s babyhood, and life…may he grow to be a strong person full of wit, philosophy and charm like his parents…

  1554. Vidya

    Wow…I arrived at the Smitten Kitchen, wondering what dreamy concoction you’ve created for us, and was given a baby?! I’m really not a baby person, but this one is adorablleee…ah, boys. Good luck. From what I can see in the pictures, he looks a bit like Alex, don’t you think?

  1559. psuklinkie

    Just checked your site this evening on a late-night whim and …this is waaay better than the scones I was anticipating. Congratulations to you and your wonderful little family! Jacob looks so wise and I am so happy for you!

  1561. Carrie

    What a cutie! I love getting your emails, and I squee-d when I got this one with the joyous news! Congratulations on your little one :)

  1570. martina

    Welcome to the world, little cute boy! Bring my congratulations to your parents… you have her eyes! Cooked to perfection! Enjoy
    Martina

  1583. Sara

    Congratulations on the most perfect little creation. He is so beautiful! Enjoy these magic first few days! And should you at any point despair, know that it gets easier. All the best!

  1587. red mum

    Been reading SK for a while trying out all sorts of things and this is the first time I’ve commented cos I just had to (along the with the thousands of others. What a wee beauty, congrats to you both.

    And what a lucky wee boy with the wonderful food ahead of him :)

    Well done.

  1593. Jenn

    Let me join the chorus of thousands (!) by saying congrats on the birth of your beautiful baby boy! “And then there were 3” – how wonderful ! Besides being Biblical, his name reminds me of another special book, “Jacob Have I Loved” (and, indeed you have!).

  1595. jade

    ohgosh, I loveee his sleepy-tender eyes! I can almost see a speech bubble next to Jacob, saying, “Please love me too, Mummy..”

    Of all the wonderful productions from you to us, here’s my most sincere congratulations to your greatest masterpiece!

  1599. Chrissy

    Congrats, congrats, congrats!!! Oh, he is absolutely stunning! Such a handsome little guy! My best wishes go out to you guys!!! I hope you are all adjusting to each other … and that he becomes a GREAT sleeper for you!!! :o))))) Enjoy this time! It really does go soooo fast!

  1602. Heena

    I know this will get lost in the thousands of comments that u’ve already received. But just wanted to add my Congratulations! You deserve all the happiness with your best and I’m sure, most favourite creation.

  1603. Carrie

    Oh I am thrilled for yall! What wonderful news and he is adorable! Hope you’re able to get rest and enjoy these first weeks with your little one. Congratulations!

  1608. Kari

    Oh wow – they don’t get much cuter than that brand new. Well done and congratulations! (p.s. Enjoy those dainty little chicken legs while they last – they fatten up awfully quickly!)

  1611. Lisa

    He is simply gorgeous!! My first son was born September 17….nineteen years ago. Many warm wishes and blessings to your precious family.

  1615. Cindy

    What happy news! We made a Raspberry Buttermilk Cake in his honor. It was delicious, but I would trade it any day to be holding a newborn baby boy. :-)

  1618. Juliette

    Very wide eyed and adorable. Congrats and enjoy each moment as they go by too fast as I know being a mother of 5 year and 5 mth old girls!

  1628. Susan

    Hi Deb,

    I’ve been following your blog for AGES and I just want to wish you guys and your families a mazel tov on the new baby! He’s absolutely gorgeous – enjoy every second with him! (And remember, it’s never to late to teach HIM to cook for YOU!)

  1633. Soph

    He is so cute!!! Well done! You are quite the baker!! ; ) Enjoy every second – it really does go by so fast! My little guy is 8 weeks today… and has doubled in size!!! I didn’t see it happen, but that little newborn is no more! And they do eventually sleep through the night!! Have fun and … this might be a bit personal … but don’t keep emotions in – let them out, vent… It helps. And keep communicating with your hubby – they have a tendency to feel a bit left out… Conngratulations again : )

  1634. Rachel

    He is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations. We made the snickerdoodle cookies this weekend and they were the best we’ve ever had. I hope those nurses appreciated them!

  1659. Sybil

    Jacob is just beautiful. I have to delurk to say congratulations and thank you for the wonderful blog. I have been enjoying it for almost a year and my family has been reaping/eating the benefits.

  1660. Lisa

    Congratulations! He is gorgeous. He will probably seriously curtail your cooking time but it’s so much fun. Babies are the best and they get big in the blink of an eye. Enjoy!

  1668. michelle

    congratulations on the beautiful new baby boy! babies are SO delicious, it’s amazing that they manage to make out of infancy alive (i want to eat their faces off, with ALL THE CUTENESS) and with all their toes. the pinky toe? it’s a killer. just stare at it for awhile and try not to nibble it off… ;-) congratulations again, and good luck with resisting temptation…

    p.s. the baby neck is also equally delectable….with the smells and everything. i’m dying just thinking about it. can’t wait to get home to my 11 week old daughter!! :-)

  1678. Angela

    Oh, my gosh Deb! Congratulations to you and Alex — Jacob is the cutest, most adorable little boy I’ve ever seen…with a full head of hair!!! :)

  1706. Stoich91

    JOY To the world! Little Jacob is born. Over 1,000 comments, and counting, to agree with me that this little babe is the cutest Cinnabon you’ve cooked up, yet. Congratulations!

  1720. p.j.

    Mazel Tov!! What a beautiful, sweet way to start the New Year! Jacob is gorgeous, as you know. May you and Alex and Jacob have a healthy and peace-filled first year together.
    Now you know why you were doing all that baking: sweets for the bris!
    L’shana Tova, p.j.

  1723. Jenn

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby! I’m so thankful you shared a photo of the this little cutie pie!
    Now get some rest! No cooking or baking for a few days!

  1734. jenni

    Baked to perfection! congratulations!!
    i was hoping he would come along soon because none of my pants fit anymore and i need to you to stop posting such yummy recipes so often!! lol. welcome to mommyhood – its awesome.

  1762. Kristina

    Oh my word. I came here to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your recipes, since I used two this past weekend for birthday cakes (the yellow cake and the ginormous chocolate cake, halved, that you made for your father in law) and they were wonderful and awesome and by the way, the chocolate goes as well with panforte ice cream as…you and cooking? But then I come here and find roughly the cutest baby ever instead! That baby is already Gap baby cute, and it’s what? Like a few minutes old in that last picture? You have a heartbreaker on your hands, I just hope you see that. Congrats! I’m assuming you’re taking a break from posting and that’s a heart breaker for me, but lord knows I wouldn’t have the slightest thought anything but staring at that child all the live long day, so I hope you get to do tons of that.

  1765. Audrey

    oh Congrats Congrats Congrats!!! He is absolutely darling and so very lucky to have the two of you as parents.

    *lurker who once emailed you for help with a bakeoff and you got RIGHTBACK TO ME, Deb, you’re amazing.
    <3
    Audrey

  1770. Elizabeth

    I’m sooo happy for you! He is just perfect and that hair is the greatest!!!!!! My sincere congratulations – I know your home is so full of joy (and probably exhaustion too!) – What a true blessing.

  1771. Maggie

    Oh my goodness. He is the cutest newborn I’ve ever seen. And two of my sisters just gave birth, so I probably shouldn’t be saying that– but it’s true! Oh that hair!!

    Congrats!

  1788. judy gal

    Congratulations..he is beautiful and your lives are forever changed!
    Wonderful, loving photos and thank you for sharing the images of this fabulous new addition with all of us!!

  1795. Wedje

    i was wondering when… snickerdoodles followed by baby – good food combining. :) such precise and distinct features – beautiful. congratulations. enjoy and thanks for sharing.

  1798. Shellei

    Congratulations! Now go have some kind of dark beer- I remember being told after my son was born that it’ll stimulate milk production- but I would have taken any excuse to have a beer and Ill bet you will too. Plus after 9 + months of no booze, one beer and you’ll be drunk. He’s absolutely beautiful!

  1803. Joy in DC

    As much as I love to come here to see what delights you’ve cooked, I’m even more delighted to see your latest creation. Much congrats!

  1820. Dee

    That is for sure the cutest thing posted here! Congrats, I clicked here today wondering how you were doing and there you go! He’s beautiful :)

  1823. Anne

    So excited for you Deb! He is very lucky to have you and Alex as parents. I’ve been reading your blog for a long time and love your writing and taste. Last week I made my sister’s wedding cake and the only reason I entertained the idea of doing so was because of your wedding cake “series.” Thanks so much for your witty writing, good humor, and great taste. Again, congratulations!

  1839. schmei

    Thus proving that everything posted on this site looks absolutely delicious.

    He’s beautiful. And I am AMAZED at all that hair. Wow. Many hearty congratulations!

  1846. katrina

    Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Congratulations! And that hair!

    Also I am very jealous of him…he will be the most well-fed child, like, ever…

    Congrats! x x x

  1857. Madhu

    OMG OMG OMG OMG He is soooooooooooooooooooooo CUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  1867. Constance

    Wow, what a head of hair! I’m surprised you didn’t suffer from heartburn during your pregnancy.
    He is absolutely gorgeous! And I’m not one to say that lightly or about all babies.
    Congratulations to you too on your amazingly beautiful addition to your home.

  1871. Jen

    I just had to comment…I’ve been following along for awhile now, and never really comment. But CONGRATS! He is absolutely adorable. The hair! Those eyes!

    Again, congratulations. If only he knew how lucky he was…he’s got some great meals in his future!

  1880. Aimee

    Oh my gosh!! I can’t believe I’m only finding out now! So much for having an unplugged weekend–you go and have your baby!!

    HUGE congrats, Mama!

    He’s Super sweet and ever so beautiful.

    Rest up, heal up and snuggle up.

    Lots of love from all of us here at Under the High Chair.

    Aimee xx

  1884. Aimee

    Oh, another thing! Just noticed he has the same birthday as my firstborn!
    My Noah was born September 17, ’05 at 11:32 AM.

    Aw. What a wonderful thing to share.

    Congratulations again.

  1888. Emily

    Enthralled reader, refer everyone to your site, adore what you do here, but this is the first time I’ve commented: He is lovely! GORGEOUS! I hope you all area doing really well, and I’m silly excited to share a birthday with your baby Mister Wonderful!

  1893. erinn

    CONGRATS!

    Enjoy every minute with him, the time flies by. This fall my oldest will be ten and no. four will be five and it seems like it was just yesterday that I had them.

    Enjoy the time when they are itty bitty and new, it was my very favorite!

    Best!

  1894. Kate

    For a brand new baby, Jacob Henry is *exceptionally* cute! Congratulations on your new arrival! And since he’s so cute, we won’t be mad if you neglect smittenkitchen.com for awhile!

  1895. rd

    What a gorgeous little baby!!! Great job!!! All that baking finally coaxed him out – I bet he just wanted a damn snickerdoodle! : ) CONGRATULATIONS!!!

  1908. Tea

    Congratulations to the two of you, and welcome baby Jacob! (love the name). What an adorable little guy (that swirl slays me, can only imagine what it does to you). Clearly superior baked goods produce a superior cute baby. Duly noted.

    Hope you are enjoying every precious moment.

  1909. Jennifer

    Gorgeous! Love his bright eyed, alert look – he’ll keep you on your toes. :) Little boys are so much fun!!!! Enjoy every moment – congrats to you and your family.

  1919. Ivete

    Congratulation! He’s adorable! When I was born I had that much hair and every person who sees my baby pictures is shocked at the amount of hair . . . I believe there will be much fro-wrangling in your future!

  1926. Kelly

    As if I were not already jealous enough of your being able to bake gorgeous cakes and breads, you go and produce an absolutely gorgeous baby! My mother would be very pleased with you for giving a nudge to my biological clock.

    Congratulations!

  1929. Amanda

    I’m a long time reader of your blog but have never posted before. I wanted to say congratulations on your beautiful baby boy, though! He’s a very lucky boy to grow up in a home with such wonderful food!

  1935. Nir

    hi, i know there are hundreds (nearing on thousands) of comments, but I’ve been enjoying your site for so long, I wanted to join in and say congrats, mazal tov and wish you three the best,
    Nur

  1945. Sarah

    never commented before but like all the others i love your blog and just wanted to add my congratulations! the hair is killing me…soooo cute.

  1952. Natasha Tsveyman

    L’shana tovah and Mazel Tov! Beautiful boy – great job. I love your website – just baked the granola bars – thank you, thank you, thank you! Please do not forget that we all are waiting for the new recipes and new wonderful pictures.

    Natasha

  1953. Gail

    Felicidades – not just on the beautiful baby, but on making your post about this both FOOD related and FUNNY. Just what we’ve come to expect. Awesome. :)

  1960. Kelly

    Congrats on this beautiful new baby boy! You are one of the lucky ones who are blessed with tiny little angels such as this one. Take care<3

  1962. Heather

    Mazel tov!

    He’s beautiful, congratulations :-) I hope he’s letting you sleep a little. Jacob Henry is a fine, strong name…may he bring you nothing but joy and not eat you out of house and home when he’s older ;-)

  1963. Gale

    Mazel Tov!!

    Wow! I guess you don’t realize how many people are reading your blog until you have a baby!!! Congrats! He’s perfect! And love all that hair! Now go dig up your best takeout menus!!

  1966. Starwind

    Congratulations to you, Deb and Alex — and welcome, little adorable Jacob, to the world. I hope your life is filled with joy, wonder, a lifetime of learning and great food!

  1969. Zippyone

    I love those hospital photos with the baby all wrapped up like a burrito. Take lessons from the nurses, swaddling really helps with the sleep. Congrats!!!

  1970. mbrouri

    Congrats on such a beautiful baby boy!!! What a lucky little guy to be the new mouth to feed…I’m sure he’s gonna eat well over the years.

  1974. Amy

    Oh my word, what a doll! That last photo of him gazing up into your (?) eyes is to die for. He is quite a thinker already, I can tell.
    Congratulations!

  1978. cj

    Holy Smokes! Look what I missed over the weekend! He looks like a little man already! Precious beyond words. Congratulations and cheers to you and your family.

  1988. Lexis Graap

    was just checking in for a new recipe and look who i found! hope the baked bribes helped through the delivery. how appropriate that he has cinnamon swirl hair and the post you announced your pregnancy was “cinnamon swirl buns + so much news”

  2003. Jessie

    Congratulations and enjoy each and every delicious moment. The photos are beautiful and touching. I remember pretending to chew on my daughters legs when she was small. Now, at age 4 (tomorrow), she doesn’t let me try to nibble but does join my in the kitchen to cook and bake.

  2005. mamabigdog

    Mazel Tov to all three of you! What a great name you chose. I hope everything went well, and I hope you have help at home so you’re not feeling overwhelmed. Remember to take care of yourself, and make sure you have a sympathetic shoulder to cry on when you need it. These little guys are so great, but it’s a real rollercoaster too.

  2013. Janet

    Wow. It took me – no kidding – FOUR HOURS to get into your site, everyone has been leaving so many adoring comments.

    So, I will say… CONGRATULATIONS on the oh-so-impossibly-cute bundle of joy!

  2022. Dorrie

    Congratulations! Wishing you all long, happy and healthy lives together. He is adorable. My nephew has that same hairstyle. It reminded me of a Jiffy Pop container when he was born (he’s a blondie). He still has it 13 years later and it looks very cool!

  2023. Lil D

    Congratulations, he is a good looking baby! My friend had a baby a few months back that was born with a ton of hair just like your son and I think it adds to the cuteness, but be prepared to hear a lot of “whoa, your baby has hair!” comments- I know she’s sick of them. Enjoy and I hope you are managing to get some sleep here and there :)

  2026. Kat

    Aww, he’s a cutie! Congratulations, and may he live a long and happy life :) Hope mama is recovering well! Hope the bribe cookies and brownies were a hit… they sure look like they were as Jacob is just perfect !

  2030. Simply Savvy Girl

    He seriously might be the most adorable little baby ever!! Well done you two, congratulations!!! I’m sure you’ll have many, many happy memories with that little guy … I imagine many of which will come in the kitchen.

  2034. Meegan

    My husband and I are trying to decide if we are 100% done having babies, as we are contemplating a vasectomy. We were talking about it today. TODAY. And then you post the most delicious baby pictures EVER! That SWIRL! It’s KILLING ME! Beautiful, beautiful baby. Congratulations!

  2037. Fuji Mama

    CONGRATS!!! I have to say that he is truly a beautiful baby! Ok, ok, all babies are cute, but some are cute JUST BECAUSE they’re babies. Jacob? More than just that! And that swirl? YUM!

  2047. Melissa

    EEEEE! He’s so cute! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Can’t wait to read all of the baby food recipes in future posts! Hope you are on the mend from the delivery. Sleep when he sleeps and enjoy every single moment.

  2048. cindi

    what a gorgeous baby! i remember reading your blog when you were a single gal living in the city – to meeting your husband – and now this! i’m so happy for you!

  2052. Jen

    Oh my gosh he’s so CUTE! Newborns are usually, well, GOOFY at best but he really REALLY looks like a cute little boy! And love love love the name. Henry was one of the names I had in case my daughter had been a boy and Jacob is my son’s middle name. Yay for the old fashioned names!! Mazel Tov!

  2055. Emily

    he looks absolutely adorable! Definitely way above the average, especially for a newborn! And believe me, I know…I’ve got two, and they weren’t that cute that early! :)

  2062. Stephanie

    What can I say that hasn’t already been said? You both are blessed with a healthy, beautiful, son. May he continue to be a source for joy, laughter and peace to you both and may he find excellent health, much happiness, love and fulfillment in his life. Health and peace be unto you and yours.

  2076. Liz D.

    Well, gee, Deb. Not that I could say anything that hasn’t already been said, but I too wanted to add my well wishes and congratulations to your page. I think it is great how you have let all of your followers know about this important piece of your life. I look forward to hearing what baby SK likes to do in the kitchen!

  2080. Samantha

    Congrats Deb & Alex, these pictures blend in perfectly with all the other amazing looking ones on this site. No need to tweak this recipe :)

  2092. Cindy

    Somehow I just knew when I checked in on you today that there was going to be an announcement. Well done to Deb and congratulations to you both! He is just gorgeous!

  2094. Chana

    Mazal tov! He is just beautiful. Tizku l’gadlo l’Torah, l’chupah ulemaasim tovim! (He should grow up to torah, chupah, and good deeds!)

  2108. Annabelle

    Hey he’s stunning! Newborns are not usually that cute- you’ll have to buy him one of those t-shirts ‘lock up your daughters’!!! Congrats guys!

  2111. Jo

    Hi Deb, this is my first post on your foodblog. I’ve been lurking for a while now and I can’t help but say may congratulations on the birth of your beautiful son. Looking at those lovely pictures brings back memories from nearly 10 months ago when our son was born. It’s such a wonderful feeling that is absolutely indescribable. Take care……

  2112. Ashleigh

    Congratulations! I hope he will be half as inspired from your cooking as you appear to be from your mother’s. Nothing reminds you of home like the meals you grow up with.

  2114. Sally

    I was thinking about you and wondering if the day had finally arrived. Congratulations! He is absolutely beautiful, and thanks for sharing the photos with us!

  2117. Sd

    Congrats Deb, Wish you all, ALL the happiness, good health and prosperity humanly conceivable:) He is the most beautiful person I have seen in a long time:)

  2121. Ping

    Aww… Congratulations! He looks lovely!! Makes me want to have one too… :) Hope you are doing well too and will be back in action in no time! Take care.

  2133. Dora

    Beautiful. The best thing you’ve baked yet. Looks like a lot is going on in that little brain of his already, judging by the wise eyes. Congratulations and enjoy every second.

  2136. Bridget

    Deb, Alex… Jacob is insanely, painfully beautiful and perfect!
    Well done and crongratulations – what a milestone!
    Love and luck to all 3(!) of you.

  2150. Donna bee

    Oh my goodness. I can definitely picture that new baby smell. It’s one of my favourites! Sweet and milky and pink, smells like pick. Whether it’s a boy or a girl. Anyways, Congratulations of this beautiful boy! I love babies but I know that they kind of look like aliens for the first few days BUT your baby has defied this. He is adorable, wide-eyed and cinnamon-swirled.
    Congratuations to you and Alex. *sigh*

  2174. Melissa in Mississippi

    Love your site and try your recipes all the time! Good luck trying to get through all these comments before Jacob turns 3. Get ready for a fabulous new life full of a lot more love, laughter, and poo poo! Our hilarious 20-month old is all the entertainment we ever need!

  2176. Lynn

    Congratulations Deb and Alex!!! So glad your little boy has finally arrived!!! He is absolutely beautiful, and he definitely looks like he’ll be Mommy’s little kitchen helper :) God Bless :)

  2177. Paula

    Congratulations- he is a yummy honey!!! Don’t feel bad if you don’t get around to baking, cooking etc. in the first few months. There’s breastfeeding, adjustments for sleep or lack thereof, trying to get back into pre-baby clothes, etc. etc. etc. The months will fly by quickly, take plenty of pics and enjoy one of the best (and most exhausting) roles you’ll ever have. All the best to you and your family!!

  2184. Meg

    Comment #2,184 – I can smell him from here. Delicious! I have a cousin who just love-love-loves newborn babies. She says when she holds them, they remind her of a warm little loaf of bread. And that’s about right, now,isn’t it?

    Enjoy!

  2188. Katie

    Oh. My. God. Your son is the CUTEST newborn I’ve ever seen!! Most newborns creep me out a bit (can you tell I don’t have kids yet?) but he is absolutely adorable!!!! Congratulations! I hope you had an uneventful delivery.

  2190. Brenda

    Talk about instant love!! Enjoy this wonderful new adventure in your life. I’m also impressed that you posted Snickerdoodles on September 16 and then delivered on September 17 and had pictures up on September 19. Enjoy enjoy enjoy!!

  2192. Terry

    Jacob Henry is a beautiful, beautiful boy! Thanks for sharing with your readers and also friends (obviously your friends by reading these comments).
    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

  2197. Tammy

    Also delurking to wish you congratulations on birthing this beautiful baby boy. He’s one of the most gorgeous newborns I’ve ever seen – so smooth-faced and he looks like a real person! Best wishes for a quick recovery. And, if you’re breast-feeding and it hurts – it’ll get better really soon (like, after 2 weeks). Take it from one who knows :).

  2202. Natalie

    So many heartfelt congratulations to you!! Your life will never be the same, and you’ll never even remember how you lived life before him. :)

  2207. csbrown

    Wow! That is the prettiest baby I’ve ever seen. He’s not all red and smushy, he’s just adorable! Congratulations :) I love the recipes and stories on this site and appreciate you sharing them!

  2208. bloomie

    Mazel tov Deb and Alex! He is gorgeous and what a head of hair! The luckiest babies are the ones who are wanted and loved, and there is no doubt that Jacob is. What a lucky, lucky boy.

  2213. Lauren (UK)

    Ohhhhhhhh mazal tov!!! He is glorious and I could eat him up!! Congratulations to you all and I look forward to seeing more photos/hearing tales that make me want to bake a baby too…

  2216. Charlotte

    Bravo and congrats! He’s so gorgeous! I hope he brings you both as much joy as our little boy has brought us (he also has a cinnamon swirl!).

  2217. Heidi

    Congrats if you ever get this far through the comments with your newborn and fabulously successful blog :D Cute kiddo; really. I don’t see many babies that I think are cute. Good luck!

  2219. josie

    If you get through all these comments, I just want to add my congratulations. And to say how exceedingly cute your little boy is. All the best to you and your family.

  2231. Kari D

    OH MY GOODNESSES! See what I have been missing! Snickdoodles and the perfect munchkin! Congratulations! Such a handsome young man….and a lucky one at that! Can you imagine growing up in a house that RESEARCHES the perfect chocolate chip cookies????!!!!! All the very best!

  2240. Beth

    Congratulations! He is a handsome. His hair is gorgeous. Have fun and enjoy every moment of his tiny self. It truely is gone before you know it.

  2252. Heather Brady

    You might know this already, but there was another blog baby on my list of feeds: 09-09-09 at Urban Grace Interiors. Thought I’d mention it as she is a girl :) Congratulations!

  2253. Karen

    WOW! Uber CONGRATULATIONS!!! We all knew you were very talented but you’ve certainly outdone yourself. Many blessings. (now go get some sleep)

  2254. Tami

    Jacob Henry looks absolutely delicious! Congratulations Deb and Alex. And how lucky is Jacob to have such wonderful parents?!
    With warm Aloha,
    Tami

  2256. Melissa Lucas-Artis

    I too am a faithful reader although I don’t comment much. But little Jacob is so beautiful, I had to tell ya so! Cinnamon swirl hair indeed :) I am so happy for you and your family! CONGRATS!!!

  2260. Trevor

    Great job with the new little one. I am sure that it is your best creations to date. One thing that help me baking with a little one is putting the baby in a wrap. Check out the various slings or wraps that are out there. It is a lifesaver in the kitchen.

    Trev

  2265. Linda

    Congratulations! Welcome little Jacob to a wonderful world. He is so cute,you could just eat him with a spoon, to use a phrase my Grandmother used to say.

  2270. Danielle

    Congratulations!!! He is so beautiful! That swirl of the hair is just the cutest! I wish you and your family all the best! As much as I adore all of your incredible recipes, this is your best creation yet!!!!

  2273. Laura

    congratulations!!!! what a lucky little guy, with gorgeous hair like that already! he’s absolutely beautiful, and I wish you all the best :)

  2282. Sharmila

    Another congratulations for the ever-expanding pile. Long time reader, first time commenter. I just could not resist saying congratulations, and all the best for you and your family. He is beautiful.

  2289. Aylin

    Congratulations! He really is beautiful. My daughter is almost one – it has been by far the best year of my life and it keeps getting better and better. Very happy for you!

  2291. Joyce

    Congratulations! I was offline for a few days and specifically went searching on twitter to see if you had posted about the baby yet! He’s gorgeous and I wish for you all the pure joy that my boys have brought to me. Enjoy every second!

  2293. Sadia

    Congrats! He’s beautiful … objectively, not just in Mom and Dad’s eyes. :)

    If this were to turn into a mommy blog, I for one would not mind. I know you’ve heard it a million times, but enjoy this time. It’ll be gone before you know it.

  2298. jill

    congratulations! I just made my husband look and said ‘cutest baby ever. Really–cuter, as a newborn than Declan (our son).’ He begrudgingly agreed.

  2314. Caroline Hadilaksono

    I’ve been following this blog for the past few months and thoroughly enjoy your recipes and beautiful food photography. I thought I’d say hi, and congratulations on the new baby boy!

    And thanks for the inspiration, this blog always inspire me to make something delicious.

  2318. Annika

    Congratulations! I have followed you for the last year and a half and enjoyed every detail you shared with us.

    That cinnamon swirl is adorable! Welcome Jacob!

  2325. Jessi A

    Congrats!!! He is so adorable. Enjoy every single minute. It goes by so fast. My oldest started kindergarten this year and I feel like just yesterday he was a baby.

  2328. Allison

    Hi. I never comment on blogs I read but I’ve enjoyed following you guys and this seems like an occassion to say thank you and good luck. Congratulations!

  2331. Muneeba

    EEEEEEEEEEEEEE …. darling darling baby! You did good Deb … pulling this magical thing out of your oven! Your best creation yet. A million congrats and loads of love for this newest edible cutie :)

  2337. Cathie

    Oh my goodness, Deb, that is the most delicious thing you have ever baked! He’s like a sucker punch to my ovaries. I think you need to add an obligatory baby photo to every post.

  2342. Valerie

    First thing I checked when I got back into town was your blog to see if the bun was out of the oven!! Congratulations on such a beautiful baby boy! Pinch those cheeks and nibble those toes (with or without BBQ sauce!)
    Hope dad is holding up well, too!!

  2346. TATYANA

    Mazal Tov Deb, Alex, grandparents. Thank G–d for this gorgeous, delicious and healthy baby. I can’t wait for more pictures of this adorableness.

  2348. Dee

    Congratulations to you and your family! Jacob is simply perfect. Thank you for sharing this great news with beautiful pictures as well. Enjoy!

  2354. Rachelle

    Congratulations! I took a blog reading break for my brother’s wedding, but I was hoping to get back on and see an announcement from you. He is absolutely perfect! Your best baked good yet!

  2373. MelissaBKB

    Oh Deb, he’s so sweet! And to think my first visit to this site happened to be the day of Cinnamon Buns + So Much News. Happiest congratulations!

  2375. Stephanie

    Congrats on the gorgeous new addition! My he bring you and Alex years of happiness. I can’t wait to see what new recipes he inspires!

  2377. Jamie

    Wow – congrats. So much hair !!! We still try to eat piggies….enjoy him as the time flies, and I know you don’t believe it, but it seems like yesterday that Sofia was born and now she is 16 months.

  2380. Jenn

    Congratulations!!!!! Enjoy and cherish all the little moments, sometimes what you think is just a small milestone ends up being a BIG one you will never forget. My daughter will be 3 at the end of October and my son will be 1 at the beginning of Oct. Each year seems to go by faster than the one before it! :)

  2382. Karen

    Congratulations! I work at a maternity home, so I see a lot of babies. That means it’s serious when I say he’s a looker! I love that last picture – precious!

  2384. Lynne

    Congratulations!!! He’s GORGEOUS!

    (and that’s coming from a grandma/Bubbie who thinks her two grandsons [one by birth] are the most gorgeous in the world!!)

    :D

    Thanks for sharing your precious one with us…

  2390. Aisha

    Congratulations! Mabrook (Arabic)! Mubarak ho (Hindi/Urdu)! Mazal Tov! Félicitations (French, duh)! I can’t tell you how happy I am for both of you and wish you all the best in your new life as the proud parents of the cutest little Jacob “Cinnamon Swirl” Henry I’ve ever seen. I hope the delivery went well and that it didn’t gross you out enough to decide not to have another on ever ever ever!

    Your little bundle of joy got a double dose of blessings, being born in the month of Ramadan and so close to Rosh Hashana (am I missing some Christian/Buddhist/Hindu etc holidays as well?) May he be showered with tons more blessings throughout his long long life, may he always be protected, and may he always remain God’s lovely and loving gift to his parents.

    OK enough seriousness… So what’s the trick to having such a cutey pie? Baking insane amounts of cinnamon swirl buns while pregnant? Or does the prep start a lot earlier with heavy doses of Pasta Puttanesca? ;)

  2394. jeanette

    just to add to the chorus: congrats! he’s beautiful! and those chicken legs don’t have a chance of staying chickeny in your kitchen o’ sweets! :)

  2399. Louise

    Congratulations to you and your husband. Your baby Jacob is truly beautiful. I am sure you will treasure all the wonderful moments to come.

  2408. Lauren

    WOW! What a beautiful child! May he be happy and healthy all the days of his life :) Thank you for all the joy YOU bring to your readers, Deb — I started reading smittenkitchen on that very happy day you announced you had a ‘bun in the oven’ — and believe me, nobody will begrudge you a moment if we don’t hear from you for a while :) Now go soak up that new-baby smell! :)

  2412. gab

    what’s left to say, 2500 comments later? congrats to all! deb i hope you are well and cheerful and not overwhelmed with baby hormones/blues. im sure you have plenty of loving support all round you. and how nice to have this lasting record of felicitations to show to jacob one day! thousands of people love you, little guy!

  2413. Clabby

    Congratulations. Our little boy is called Jacob too but he’s 16mths now – believe it’ll be no time till yours is that age too! Enjoy every minute of it. You might have to slow the cooking and baking down now just to squeeze in getting dressed!

  2416. Jane

    Dearest Deb and Alex, I’ve been religiously following your blog for months now, fascinated by your witty banter and gloriously drool-worthy photos. But never has your blog induced chicken skin (aka goosebumps) on my arm! I am immensely happy for your itty bitty freshly baked baby, he is too adorable AND his name AND his eyes AND his hair AND…pretty much everything about him. I hope he’s in good health as are you (and Alex)! Might I also add how impressed I am at you evene plady with food-related puns for Jacob Henry? LOVE it! You are indeed a true foodie ;)

  2418. natalika

    Congrats! What a beauty! Ha, I knew this would happen: As soon as I leave for holiday that baby is coming and I’m gonna miss out the whole thing… mm, I probably should have warned you, shouldn’t I?

    Have fun with that new kitchen addition :)

  2422. Katie

    Have been reading but never commented before – I just had to say congratulations and honestly, your beautiful boy has the most amazing little person face, like he has been here for years already! Maybe he has an old soul, time will tell!

  2431. Debbie Lee

    OMG I absolutely love EVERYTHING you bake… but this particular little dish definitely takes the Cake! LOLOL! Huge Congrats heading your way!!

  2437. Selkie

    Deb and Daddy and Jacob Henry: I check the site a time or two a day, hoping for a new pic, a comment from Deb, wishing you all the best, and am IN LOVE with that guy in the last pic of yours… He is a startler!Love the early newborn pics but Can’t WAIT for some new pics! That infant “just born” look lasts only a few days, I found (two boys 21 and 25 yrs). Blessings, in the New Year…

  2440. Julia

    I hope the first week of life went well, congratulations! Beautiful images of a beautiful baby. And yes, newborns have the best smell of all time.

  2445. Vickie

    What a precious and gorgeous sweetie! Congratulations ~ and best wishes to all three of you. I want to press my face to that pretty hair and smell him…awhhh.

  2447. Killian

    Congratulations! I’m a long time lurker, but don’t post much. Welcome to the world, Jacob. Your mom will make you the best lunches in the whole school, and your dad will teach you to be a devoted chocoholic.

    Slainte!

  2457. Mary Ann

    Deb and Alex,

    It is times like these I wish I were a poet. I am not, so am sending these lovely words from “Simple Truths” by Kent Nerburn to you:

    “A child, whether of your blood or someone elses, whether healthy or ill, whether beautiful or misshapen, is one of life’s greatest miracles. It opens your world into a new sunlight and is a gift greater than a dream.”

    Congratulation–enjoy the dream!

  2458. Jackie

    He is absolutely gorgeous!What a beautiful face! He’s a lucky little fellow as he will no doubt get to try all your yummy creations. Enjoy every moment!

  2461. teal

    mmmm, delicious…..*grin*
    he looks wonderful – and that hair!!

    good luck with things, this first bit. remember – ask for help if things get rough!

  2474. Wizzythestick

    I have been following your blog for a long time now. I love food but not more than I love pics of cute babies! It’s a mummy thing. Before kids I swear I never went around oogling other peoples babies. Now that I am a mom myself I’d be shopping and it’s like I have baby radar. I guess because they remind me of my own at home and then I’ll start missing him….anyway congrats on your little one. Funny all your delicious posts and I never once said hi, one delicious baby and I rush over like crazy lady at the mall you don’t know who wants to hold your baby. What you haven’t met her yet? Hmm with a baby that cute I promise you soon will:-) Enjoy your cinnamon swirl

  2475. nancy

    Congratulations from a Canadian fan! My own little boys are now 20 and 15 respectively, the youngest of which is now a towering 6’2″. I can attest to the fact that they eventually lose that heavenly smell…but you never forget those chicken legs and the look in those intelligent little eyes as they stare up at you. Blessings on all three of you.

  2484. Swati

    Hey, CONGRATULATIONS to the proud parents and the grandparents of course.. yo!! you have a beautiful boy with those awesome cinnamon swirls. a baby can make all so happy, isn’t it. Enjoy the precious time, he will grow up so fast..

  2488. mikaela

    WOW, he’s so adorable! Congratulations to you and your husband, and to the little guy, wow he’s got a lifetime of good eating infront of him ;)

  2490. Martyna

    I’m not one to gush at babies, but that is one cute kid.I think twas the hair that did me in. Congratulations!

    (Ps Love love love your site!)

  2498. Laura

    Another looooongtime lurker, first time poster coming out of hiding at the sight of your beautiful baby! To echo the sentiments of the rest, he is quite possibly the most adorable baby I have ever seen! Heartfelt congrats!

  2499. Aimee

    Never posted before, but Jacob Henry is one truly beautiful baby! Congratulations. I LOVED your comments about his cinnamon swirl hair (which is really is) and his chicken legs (which they are not). Congratulations!

  2501. Nurit from 1 Family. Friendly. Food.

    Ok, my turn, my turn… I saw this post when it had 100+ comments, then 850+, then more then a 1,000… I thought you had enough (can you ever when a baby is born?). But, am I going to be #2,501? OK, ‘nough ’bout me.
    Really wanted to say “Congratulations!” and “Mazal Tov!” the second I saw that little hairy head. WHAT A CUTIE!
    Hava Nagila. Happiness and health to you all.
    Nurit

  2502. jill

    Congratulations & Mazel Tov!!!! He is adorable and looks so happy already… maybe he knows the deliciousness that is in store for him (and for you)! What a wonderful way to welcome the new year – shana tova – may the years be sweet to you!!

  2506. Laura Gaskill

    Yippee!!!!! He is a such a doll!! And what *gorgeous* hair! Congratulations, new Mama and Papa!!! Even though I am, oh, comment #2,506 or something like that, I just want to add my own wishes to this big pot-o-good wishes you have simmering for you and your family here on SK :) Muah! Muah!

  2508. Bubbles

    Oh my goodness! What a cutie! And all that hair. I would nom him in a heartbeat. Enjoy every sleepless moment of the next year of his being your sweet tiny baby. Before you know it, you’re looking down at this full on little person toddling around your house and going, “Who replaced my baby with this *kid*?”

  2514. mooxes

    WOW! so cute!
    The cinnamon swirl is dead center on the top of his wee head.
    was he born on the predicted due date? (the swirl location, according the vietnamese mamas, indicates whether the baby was born early, late, or on time.)

  2515. mooxes

    WOW! so cute!
    The cinnamon swirl is dead center on the top of his wee head.
    was he born on the predicted due date? (the swirl location, according to vietnamese mamas, indicates whether the baby was born early, late, or on time.)

  2518. sam

    i actually already congratulated you… about 1000 posts earlier… but i keep coming back the last couple of days and usually i get somewhat miffed when there isn’t a new recipe posted, but your cute baby post could probably stay up for another month and i’ll still be happy to see it!! he’s so cute!

  2528. slamora

    Congratulations, he is beautiful, and the sight of him makes me well up, probably because those days are well behind me. You can’t imagine how much your life has changed with his arrival. Prepare yourselves for an amazing adventure, where each day will bring new challenges and joys. Love every minute of it, because it’s over in a heartbeat!

  2536. adriana

    Even though more than 2,500 people have already said it, I have to add that he is GORGEOUS! Congratulations on your scrumptious lil cupcake. Enjoy every second with him and take a gazillion pictures.

  2538. Sharon

    Your baby is pure beauty!! I can remember after I had my babies my arm and neck would be soooooo sore, because I could not stop looking at them!! Enjoy the soreness!!! Congratulations to you and btw my hubby and I love your eggplant, olive pizza its our new fave!!

  2539. Kim

    Congratulations! NOM NOM NOM. So cute! NOM. You are so lucky to have such a blessed baby, and your baby is so lucky to have such blessed parents. Best to you, Alex, and Jacob! Also, he is so cute I cannot stop NOM-ing when I look at your photos of his adorable-ness.

  2545. Denise

    Alex is absolutely handsome! I especially like the picture where it looks like he is smiling. I have been enjoying your recipes for quite some time…keep up the great work!

  2547. Rosalie

    He is so beautiful! I just want to bury my face in that addorable little neck and smell his sweet perfume-y self. Lucky you and lucky Jacob.

  2548. misseesippee

    “Making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” -Elizabeth Stone

    Congratulations, and best wishes to you and your family! Little Jacob is utterly adorable, or uberly cute, as my teenager would say.

    BTW, have you read “Amazing Baby” by Desmond Morris? It’s a great book!

  2551. Amber

    Jacob is darling and I just loved this post. My little guy (now 2) had the cinnamon swirl also and I lovingly referred to it as such:) Enjoy your sweet baby! Now I need to start looking at all these yummy recipes…I’m new to the blog.

  2553. K Hose

    Great parents you both will be. Stay happy and healthy together..like I do! Take great pleasure in every minute with Jacob. You will find “JOY”..years from now as well when you get to see and love his children.

  2554. Irit

    Mazal Tov!
    What a nice gift for the beginning of the new year!
    It’s amazing how much sweetness a little thing like that can hold, and how much you can enjoy it, without having to go on a diet later! Indulge! ;)

  2558. Kaje

    Great day to have a baby. My twin nephews turned 4 the day your little dough-boy came into our world. May your little guy not be a picky eater and enjoy every last morsel you give him — you will prepare it with more love than you ever knew existed. Blessings.

  2559. Sam

    It is quite rare indeed to truthfully say a newborn is beautiful, but yours surely is. Congratulations on your sweet boy, he is perfect. And I just love his name, my youngest (now almost a year old!) has Henry for his middle name.

  2563. Samantha

    OMG. I have one just like that, born on the same date and time, but mine was 7# 3 oz, Stephen Anthony. Only he’s 25 now. :-)

    I’m so happy for you. Welcome to the world little one.

  2571. Mike

    I am the proud uncle of two gorgeous little girls and three amazing little boys and I can still say… DAMN that’s one cute kid. :o) Congratulations Deb and Alex. You done good.

  2573. Denise

    Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is truely beautiful.
    My little had the “cinnamon swirl” thing too! She’s 4 1/2 months old now and it’s gone…they change sooooo quickly. Enjoy every moment!

  2574. gail

    congratulations. what a handsome boy! i’ve only just recently found your blog and am so excited to work my way through your recipes/posts. my daughter is making your “ratatouille’s ratatouille” for a french class project. i blogged about your site on my own (http://www.gailmcglamery.com/page/2) , though i’m so new i doubt anyone is reading it yet. best wishes for mommyhood.

  2578. Virginia

    Well let me be number 2,578!!!Whooooeeeeee what could be more fun than to be able to post your precious little dumplings photos on your blog and have all of us drooling over him. What a sweet little angel he is. Enjoy every single sleepless night and every nuzzle. And Jacob, Mumsie says, “Goochey coo!!!” :)
    V

  2582. Jess

    OMG Deb he’s absolutely the bees knees. What a sweetheart. Congratulations to you three and make sure to post lots and lots of your arty photos of the little snack! BABIESSSS!

  2583. SR

    oh my, I have been following your blog(s) for years, since you started and before you met Alex…hard to believe that much time has passed. I am so happy for you both, he is precious!

  2587. Maureen

    Ok, but really! He is ADORABLE!!!!! Love the hair. Both my babies were born with tons of hair and I can’t imagine one without it. Enjoy your little bundle. They are a precious gift.

  2596. dhana

    i’ve been offline for awhile and wondering about your little one! Funny, I was at a soccer game yesterday(yes, you too will become one of these) and one of the mums thanked me for passing your site to her. I asked her if you’d had your baby yet, she looked at me kind of oddly.
    Yet there I was, wondering about you and how your labour went.
    Was it alright? He is gorgeous, a smitten little kitten for your kitchen.
    Go and love him all up and forget about cooking for at least 3 weeks!
    Congratulations to you and yours.
    ps.I am a doula so if you have any questions don’t hesitate!
    Dhana

  2598. sara

    i was on another page of the site, looking up a recipe i love, and i thought – hey i wonder if she had the baby? YAY YAY YAAAAY! that is one beautiful bebe. congrats.

  2610. Danielle

    OK, I’m not just saying this. I don’t know you, and I only recently discovered your excellent blog and phenomenal photographs. I’m not even a baby person, meaning someone who goes crazy over every baby they ever see. But that is one gorgeous infant you have there. Most babies come out looking like Winston Churchill. Yours came out looking like a future movie star!

  2611. chicago_gal

    auh….the lil’man is “sho shweet”. congrat’s and savor. they do not stay that size for too long. before you know it, he’ll be cooking with his Mama.

  2614. Allison

    Your son is absolutely beautiful! Most newborns are not very good looking, don’t get me wrong, I LOVE babies, but there is something about them being squished in a small space for 9 months, they usually come out with a smashed face or a cone shaped head (that fixes it self in time-hopefully!). All that to say, he is probably the best looking newborn I’ve seen. So congrats, savor every moment-this time next year will be saying something about “how fast the time flies” and “I just can’t believe…”.

  2615. Lauri

    I find it amazing that you got such a great photo of him with his EYES OPEN at a day or two old. Congrats on your beautiful boy. I hope he will share your passion for food from an early age. My daughter is four and I love to cook with her. She knows how to measure flour and crack eggs and loves to make crumb cake. When someone has a birthday at school she always tells mne if the cupcakes were homemade or store-bought… Oh and if by chance the first few weeks have been REALLY hard I can promise you it will get better shortly.

  2619. Bea

    Wonderful. Many many congratulations ! It’s the crème de la crème ! If you’re like me, you’ll love it, despite the puffy eyes! ;-) It gets better and better.

  2626. Jenny

    Congratulations! I have a 17 year old September 17th baby. I must say they are the best, and yes I am totally biased. Your son is beautiful, may he bring you the joy and happiness our daughter has brought us!

  2631. K. Golding

    Oh! What a sweet little boy. You can’t imagine how much you can love someone so new to you. My baby boy is 4 months old and I shed tears of joy at least 3 three times a week. They are truly a blessing. Congrats!

  2633. dick

    Heartiests congratulations. I was introduced to you from Pioneer Woman. I know you are going to be very busy making sure the little one gets fed good food right from the start. He is a little love indeed but how could it be otherwise with his parents.

  2634. Mels

    I already sent congratulations in my post on your delicious pretzal recipe…but I felt compelled to post here as well. I don’t know you personally, but as I fall further and further in love with your recipes, I have to say this is the most beautiful baby boy and congratulations again!! Mazel Tov and much joy ahead!

  2635. marianne

    awww, what an angelic little face! i’m SO happy for you! these past several months went by so fast, probably faster for me than for you trudging around with a humongous belly, but it’s incredible how quickly life shifts directions. so, in about 6 months, will we be seeing a variety of smashed food recipes? :)

  2638. Bina

    Mazal Tov, Mazal Tov! What a sweet way to bring in the New Year! May you all have a Shana Tova, blessed with health and happiness and lots of success.

  2639. Rachel Shadoan

    I know you like to skip to the bottom of the comments section, where people are more likely to have tried a recipe and make suggestions, but I just couldn’t quite commit to nine whole months of baking! But boy howdy, does it look like he was worth it!

    As they say in the interwebs, he is “om nom nom”able! What great cooks y’all are! Congratulations! If any baby I bake is half as cute as yours (which seems unlikely, given that that might be the cutest baby I have ever seen–look at all that hair!), then I will consider myself a good baby baker.

  2640. Jill

    wow, your son is gorgeous! and that hair! you’re a complete stranger, but i’m so happy for you! I don’t have children yet, but am always so delighted to hear of other peoples new little bundles of joy :) Enjoy your little man!

  2641. Jessica Lee Binder

    Aww…congratulations! I love the way he is looking at you (or who’s holding him in the last pic). I just have to crack up over the cinnamon swirl hair and chicken legs. My husband always tells our Jack Russel, he’s going to eat her delicious looking legs.

  2645. Jenna

    Oh my goodness!! I know many many people have said this, but he is ADORABLE!! Look at all that hair!! Thanks so much for sharing him with us!! I LOVE the name Jacob!!

  2647. Shannan

    Oh my GOSH! So many months we have been doing little dances around the oven waiting for this little sweet thing to cook up and I MISSED his being slid from the oven! Darn vacation!

    Congratulations to the happy parents. Such a face on that boy! And that full head of hair! A lovely little concoction!

  2655. Donna

    How precious! Congratulations on your wonderful, handsome baby boy! He looks perfect…love your description of the little cinnamon swirl hair. Wishing your family a lifetime of shared happiness. Thanks for sharing with all of us who enjoy your postings.

  2657. Mrs Ergül

    ooohhhhhhhhhhh I’m late in congratulating you! I’m smitten that your Jacob was born on the same day as my darling nephew! Now, I will never forget Jacob’s birthday! Congrats again!

  2662. Joanna

    Congratulations on your gorgeous little one! I just discovered your delightful blog and already I’m a fan; I’m baking the oatmeal raisin cookies as I type this. :-)

  2664. Debbie

    What a precious baby!!! Congratulations!! They certainly add spice to life!!! Loooove your site!! Found it when looking for a Blondie recipe. Which is wonderful, especially with the bourbon!! Thanks for sharing your love of food!! Us foodies really appreciate it!

  2673. Jami

    He really is a handsome boy! So, so sweet. You are a champion for even posting one thing since then. I love your website and am making tons of pizza now! Anyway, congratulations and I hope you are all doing well.

  2674. Tom

    Ahhhhhhhha what a adorable little guy now you can get back to the normal life things like changing diapers, feeding and no sleep. (lol) Congrats and hope you and everyone are doing well.

  2675. Sarah

    Mazel Tov! He is absolutely beautiful. Take advantage of the countless hours that he will want to spend sleeping on you these first few months… it is time you can never get back and what a wonderful memory! Also, don’t worry about what things don’t get done, they will always be there later. My husband too is absolutely infatuated with the smell of babies, even our youngest, 2 years old, even though she isn’t technically a “baby” anymore. So much hair, too!

  2677. Kelly

    Ahhh! So cute! & we have the same birthday, so that makes him even cooler!
    haha Not that I’m biased or anything! :) Congratulations!

  2681. andrenna

    As comment 1681, I am a little late, but I still felt obliged to say congratulations on your little cinnamuffin. Superrrr cutttealicious.

  2685. Menolly

    i’m so incredibly late, but CONGRATULATIONS!! Thank you so much for sharing your pictures. He really is one of the most beautiful babies I’ve ever ever seen.

  2689. the walnut

    How wonderful! Your blog never fails to make me smile and I see you have something that will continue to make you happy for the rest of your days. Congratulations and Best wishes!

  2690. Mara

    Popped in looking for something to bake and saw this. Belated congrats!! I am 6 months pregnant and Jacob is one of our favorite names…he is absolutely darling!!! Love the photos.

  2691. Lisa

    I haven’t checked in for a while – so am just now seeing the beautiful new babe. He is gorgeous!!!! Congratulations! Enjoy :)

  2692. liz

    I’ve been out of town for the past month, so sorry for the belated congratulations!! How exciting, take lots of pictures because they grow like crazy!

  2697. yael

    I must not check this blog enough but I am so happy I did today! Despite the fact that we want to teach kids it’s what’s inside that counts, your son is GORGEOUS! Well done. I had a C-section too, in June- my first, and also a son. It’s nice when they come out with perfectly formed heads and hair :) I wish I had a swing (you make them sound so nice) but alas our flat in London may be a bit small. I am wishing your family all the best. Mazel tov.

  2698. Harleydude

    I don’t check here often enough, either. Matzeltov! About time!

    My wife had two C sections with the second being twins. Perfect heads on them all. My my Mom asked what was wrong with them. She had six naturally.

    I can’t say enough about giving yourself time to recuperate.

  2701. Heidi

    Congratulations on my behalf as well! I’ve been so busy that I haven’t been able to check your blog in a while and in the meantime little Jacob was born! How he’s cute! I’m sure that he’ll be in the dough cup up to his tiny elbows in no time. :) I wish all of you the best to come, both in life generally and of course from the oven as well! ;)

  2704. Gina

    Oh my gracious gravy!!!! I’m woefully behind on my blog reading (over 1000 items in Google Reader) but I made sure to visit here to see the Smitten Baby. Oh my gracious gravy…I said that once already, I know…he is PRECIOUS! I love the shot of his sweet little head! He is a beautiful baby – and as the mom of four, I know not all new babies are pretty – but yours? Absolutely beautiful!!! Congratulations! I trust your delivery went well and everyone is adjusting. A friend of mine told me this when my first was born almost 7 years ago and I had no idea what she meant…now, I get it… Enjoy every minute. Sometimes the days (and the nights) seem oh so LONG. But the years…the years are oh so SHORT.

  2706. Brenda

    “Sometimes the days (and the nights) seem oh so LONG. But the years…the years are oh so SHORT.”
    Gina, you are oh so right. Mine’s 18 now and trust me, it’s true.
    Deb, enjoy every sleepless night now and know that they won’t last forever. Sadly so.

  2709. Allison

    New to this blog – as of today acutally… But I HAVE to say how flippin’ cute your baby is… I could totally eat him too, if you guys leave any leftovers… :) SO PRECIOUS!!!! Congrats!!!

  2711. helga

    i haven’t been here for a while and look what i found among your amazing recipes!
    congratulations from the bottom of my heart. a new mother myself, my son was born in july and when i think my heart can’t grow any bigger it doubles its size. i welcome you to the wonderful and profound bliss of motherhood, i know you’re as happy as i am. and thank you for the food, i’ve been coming here for a while now. when you see hits from iceland it’s probably from me or some of my foodie friends, we’re all crazy about you!

  2712. CatherineB

    I just found your blog and imagine my surprise when I found this post…your son and mine were born on the same day! So congrats…it was a great day to have a baby!

  2713. Vonnie

    Good God am I ever late to THIS party, but hearty congratulations to you! I hope you’re enjoying him to the max, my littlest baby was born in May and I just can’t quite believe how quickly this amazing period goes by. Enjoy all the snuggles you can! x

  2715. Alissia

    What a beautiful little baby with such a sweet little face! Our second is due in April and I can’t wait to see what he looks like! Congratulations on the safe passage through such a life-changing event! Babies are the greatest thing ever.

  2716. Cynthia

    Oh dear, he’s sweet as can be and just 2 days older than my daughter!!
    Keep taking pictures, because they change soooo fast!
    A real recommender, baby swimming!! Too fun for words (not sure if you have that in the US, but if you do, GO!)

  2718. Evelyn

    Wow…I clicked “Surprise Me” on the left and this is what I got…congrats on your best creation! This made me laugh and smile today :-) Thanks for sharing!

  2719. Courtney

    Wow, um, quite a bit of comments. I just happened to stumble upon this post in the Surprise Me! adventure i’m on. Our little Isaac was born on the 17th as well, but in December. He was also 7 lbs exactly and 19.5 inches long. He also has swirly, twirly hair. Aren’t they the best?

  2720. Carrie

    It’s incredible how much he still looks like he did on Day 1. My 14-month-old looks utterly and completely different from his newborn photos, but Jacob is still so very… baby Jacob!

  2721. Laurie

    I echo what Carrie said. He’s just a more filled-out and longer-haired version of who he was as a newborn. All that adds up to even more adorable and edible than he started!!

  2723. sayra

    Wow, it takes a long time to scroll to the bottom of all of these comments.
    I started reading your blog when I was pregnant with my first kid and had my daughter the day before you had Jacob. Hard to believe it’s been 3 years. Thanks for providing some really entertaining reading and food inspirations. Wish you were coming to Edmonton for the book tour – I feel like you’re an old friend!

  2726. Athena

    One year old! And now that you have a one year old I would be more than glad to take a 3am feeding for this little gem of advice: you’ll be a great mom as long as you love your child. :D Congratulations (for the 2726th time) and as a mom of two boys… HIDE THE DIAPER RASH CREAM! Haha!

  2728. Charlotte in Toronto

    I’m 5 1/2 years late to the party. I came upon this post while doing “Surprise Me”. I’m so glad I arrived here. He is a perfect baby whose grown in to a precious little boy. Someday he’ll be a handsome young man. You’ve been blessed. Congratulations.

  2729. Margo

    Hi Deb! I’ve been following SK for many years now but somehow never saw these delicious photos of wee Jacob! Must be hard to wrap your mind around the fact that your tiny newborn is now officially a teen, my goodness time flies! Given your amazing creative skills, I’m not surprised you produced such a gorgeous little boy, absolutely beautiful!! 🥰 Hopefully by now he’s discovered the joys of a sleep in, lol!