Meet Jax a funny, kind, and smart preschooler who was a micro-preemie born at 23 weeks. Now that Jax is older, the scariness of the NICU has faded, but we're still learning how to manage the lasting effects of prematurity including chronic medical issues, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is our story of love, hope, and survival.
Picture Comparison: Our Family Then and Now
Our family on Jax’s birthday…it was not a very joyous occasion.
The first time Mom saw Jax, 4 hours after his birth. Dad went to the NICU with Jax right away.
Our family three months later, on the day Jax was discharged from the hospital. Now that was a joyous occasion! He went home a full month before his due date, so he’s technically negative-one-month-old here.
Jax’s discharge day was also his 3 month birthday!
Our family today…with our hilarious face-making 9-month old stud-muffin.
Oh man, what an adventure! I went into labor unexpectedly when I was 23w3d pregnant. Jaxson was born weighing 1 lb 8 oz. A tiny little peanut, but boy was he feisty. He still is! We love it now, but we probably won't when he is a teenager. I write about our journey and all other things that come with it, including a brain tumor. We look forward to "meeting" you - come hang out with us...we're pretty cool.
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8 thoughts on “Picture Comparison: Our Family Then and Now”
Thank you, Teresa! I love being able to share all of Jax’s accomplishments – he’s such a strong baby and I think his story deserves to be told. Thank for reading!
I love comparison photos! Great family photos
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Thank you! I love looking at the difference between then and now. It makes me thankful for how far Jax has come!
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Great post! Neat idea to show the progression and transformation of your family! (And I’m totally stealing this idea for my blog!)
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Thanks! And steel away – I’d love to see some comparison shots of Jack! 🙂
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What a Beautiful Family! Thank you for taking the time to Share your life and stories with All of Us.
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Thank you, Teresa! I love being able to share all of Jax’s accomplishments – he’s such a strong baby and I think his story deserves to be told. Thank for reading!
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Love this Andrea, he is so amazing and your family is adorable!!!!
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Thanks, Tina! :0
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