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UPDATE

Hello everyone,

The boys are doing great at home we are settling in to a nice routine. They had to put Jackson on a diet as he is eating to much , guess he has that right after all the tummy problems he has had. Connor has start to smile alot and laugh in his sleep . Jackson is close to smiling he gets his arms and legs flying around and the bright eyed look. They are sleep better than we could have hoped for Connor will go down form 11.30pm till about 8.00am . And Jackson wakes about 6.00am for a feed suprise suprise ,than goes back down till about 9.00am. Mommy is doing very good, getting enough sleep . Gets out of the house a couple of times a week to keep her mind intacted. She is handing things as they come she is a marvel to me she is a true super MOM, l am very proud of her . As soon as one of the boys wakes or crys she snaps into action. l will update l little more often now that we a in the zone.

Thanks for everyones Support

NAP TIME

ME AND THE BOYS HAVING A CAT NAP NO MORE ROOM FOR BRADY :(

CHILLING ON THE COUCH

CONNOR HAMMING IT UP

SATURDAYS LONDON FREE PRESS

MOM AND I ARE PUTTING A BIRTH / COMING HOME NOTICE IN THE PAPER THIS SATURDAY SO IF YOU LIKE CHECK IT OUT .

CONNOR HANGING ON THE COUCH

TUMMY TIME ON THE COUCH

HOLDING HANDS

HOME SWEET HOME

THE BOYS ARE BOTH HOME AND GETTING USED TO THERE DOGGY AND ALL THE NEW SMELLS AMD SOUNDS THEY ARE GETTING BIG CONNOR IS 11.3 AND JACKSON IS 12.4 HERE ARE SOME NEW PICTURES FOR EVERYONE. JACKSON IS WAS ON O2 IN THISS PICTURE BUT TODAY AT THE DOCTORS THEY SAID HE CAN COME OFF IT KNOW WEEEE FINALLY NO MORE CORDS OR WIRES.

Signing off

I am going to be signing off on this Blog now that the boys are home. Dace and Rhonda will be updating it will pictures and milestones for Connor and Jackson. This has been such a big part of my life for the past 4 1/2 months. I would like to thank everyone for the support that they have given to Dace, Rhonda, Connor and Jackson. I believe that your prayers and well wishes have helped to make this miracle. We are going to be printing off and binding this Blog as a keepsake for Dace, Rhonda and the boys. We are hoping that everyone will leave a message through a comment , the guestbook or e mail me directly. These will all be included in the Boys memory book.
Thank you again so much for your interest, concern , and powerful wishes and prayers.

Aunt Tanya :o)


my e mail ..... ron_tanya@rogers.com

Jackson is settling in well and seems to be enjoying the laid back lifestyle at home with Mommy, Daddy, Connor and Brady. I went to visit the other night and I have to say that Jackson looked like he has always been a part of that home. He seems so content and settled at home.

I am so proud to call these little guys my nephews and I couldn't be happier for Dace and Rhonda. I am sure that Mom would be so happy and proud and I am sure she was watching over both boys in the NICU. They are truly a real life Miracle and I am blessed to be a part of their lives. I am so excited for what the future will bring with play dates and sleepovers between our kids Dace.

Dace is going to post some pictures of both boys at home later this week. Be sure to look for them.

Well Jackson is not coming home Friday but will be joining his brother on Saturday instead. Jackson had his Circumcision done on Thursday and had a bit of bleeding so the Dr's decided that one more day in the ICU would be a good idea. '

I forgot to mention previously that Jackson will be coming home on oxygen so The house has now been set up with a big oxygen tank and a couple of small portable ones for outings and such. It's hoped that he will not need this extra help for long . Prayers for a smooth homecoming would be great :o)

HIP HIP HORRAY!!!!! FRIDAY'S THE DAY!!!!!

Finally it has come. Friday Jackson will be coming home. Let the fun begin. Look out Brady and Connor because the BIG guy is about to claim his spot in the house.
I will be sure to have Daddy post some pictures of Jackson's home coming. It has been such a long road and finally Dace and Rhonda's NICU days are over. What a great reward for all the long days and nights spent up there. Time to focus on fun as you enjoy your sons at home with you.

Connor is still being an angel and not giving Mommy or Daddy any trouble. Brady seems so much more mature now that there is a baby in the house. He is really being a good boy/ I got him a bone for the baby shower so he wouldn't feel left out. Keep being a good big brother Brady.

Jackson is one step closer to coming home he has moved to the big boy nursery and is likely goign to be coming home some day next week!!!!!

I will update more as news becomes available :o)

Update on the Baxter boys....



Connor is doing great at home with his big brother Brady, Mommy and Daddy, he is getting everything all worked out for when Jackson comes home. By then he should have all the kinks out and it will be smooth sailing to ad Jackson to the mix. Brady is a very good big brother and is always concerned if Connor starts to cough and spit up....Keep up the good work Brady :O)

Jackson came down with cold last week and needed a bit of help with some oxygen. This could have been a big set back with his feedins but Jackson did not skip a beat. He loves his bottle and wouldn't miss it for anything. Mommy was telling me that they expect Jackson should be home in the next couple of weeks if he keeps up the good work. Lets say some prayers to bring Jackson home. :o)

Today Ronda's friend Angie had a wonderful baby shower for Rhonda and the boys. It was such a great shower with lots of great food and fun games . These boys are going to have so much fun trying out all the wonderful gifts that were given to them.

Connor is settling in very well and Mommy and Daddy are getting some sleep. Mommy was telling me that she hopes Jackson settles just as well, but we all know that to have both boys sleeping 6 hours at night is gonna take a miracle..... but then again these little guess are prone to miracles.

Jackson is still growing and eating and is on 3 bottle feedings a day. he loves his bottle and cries when it is done. He will be up to full (tube ) feeds this week and the next step is to give him more bottles and hope he can handle it all without getting to tired out!! prayers for Jackson to keep up the good work he has been doing already... :)

Mommy and Daddy brought Connor home today!!! This is a great day for them all. Let the fun begin!!! It is going to take a while for everyone to adjust to this new lifestyle but the biggest hope is that Connor settles quickly before Jackson comes home and blows the door off the place!!!


It is bittersweet to celebrate bringing Connor home while Jackson stays in the NICU but truly Jackson is not far behind at all, especially considering all the surgeries the little guy has had. He is loving his bottle and loves to eat. I am guessing that Jackson will be home within 10 days....

Hugs and special prayers for you all as you start to enjoy what being a parent is like..... Have fun this time will pass so fast. :O)

Love you all xoxoxo Aunt Tanya

CONNOR IS HOME

YAY!! CONNOR IS HOME !!!!

It looks like Connor will be home snug as a bug in his very own big boy crib with Mommy, Daddy and big bro Brady by Monday !!! Mommy and Connor have enjoyed the last few nights of Care by Parent getting to know each other in a whole new way!! Daddy has been at home putting the final touches on the house and making sure all the bedding, blankets and baby clothing are good to go.
Jackson has been taking a bottle and is very good at sucking it back like a pro. It won't be long before he is running out the NICU doors after Connor. There will be no Care by parent for Jackson . Once he is on full feedings by bottle it is off to home he goes.

I am so excited for Dace, Rhonda, Brady and all of us. !!! This is such a wonderful story of love life and miracles.

CONNOR AND MOMMY !!!

Connor and Mommy are going to Care by parent.... TONIGHT!!! WOW now things are really happening. This is so exciting. It will only be a matter of a week before he is at home with Mommy Daddy and big bro Brady. Jackson will not be far behind if he keeps up the good work he is doing!. Prayers for the busy family.