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\"Born on Jan. 3rd 2021. 7lbs. 2oz. 21\" long,\" the 27-year-old added. \"My little Leo, I love you more than words can express. You are the most precious gift. My life will forever be changed by your sweet spirit. Welcome to the world Leo.\"

In an Instagram post on Monday, Carson shared that she welcomed her first born after \"really hard 24-hour labor\" and \"an unexpected C-section.\"

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\"...we are all healthy and well,\" she added at the time. \"We are so grateful & we’ve been soaking up every moment with our perfect angel boy. Thank you for all the prayers.\"

The newborn is the first child for Carson and McAllister, who wed in 2015.

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