I'm kind of a big deal

or Happy New Year Babies

from JoeUser Forums
Well... They are here and healthy. Just over 12 hours into their life they all appear to be doing great.

Tabitha Brooke came first at 3lbs 10ozs





Parrish John came next at 3lbs 7ozs





Chloe Rene was last and the littlest of all at 3lbs 2ozs





We celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary last night and the birth of our triplets early this morning. It was all so fast. The babies came a minute apart and mom got all sutured up. Minutes later she was in recovery and right after that the news cameras were coming in one after the other. (I'll link the video when/if they post it) We're kind of a big deal I guess.

For me, it is all still so very surreal. I go in and visit them but it is hard to grasp that in a month or so I will be bringing these little bundles home to start our new life together.

I like to say a big thanks to all of you who have kept us in your thoughts and prayers for so long. It will continue to be my pleasure to share these little wonders with you.

Happy New Year!
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Reply #1 from JoeUser Forums Top
Wow! What a way to ring in the New Year! Congratulations and I wish you and your new family the best.

They are so precious. 2007 is gonna be a great one!
Reply #2 from JoeUser Forums Top
Oh yay! Congratulations to you and Michelle! How wonderful! Welcome to the world, little ones!
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Reply #3 from JoeUser Forums Top
They are beauties. Congratulations.

Fasten your seatbelt. It's going to be a wild ride in 2007.

Reply #4 from JoeUser Forums Top
Congratulations! They are all gorgeous! Welcome to the world little babies!
Reply #5 from JoeUser Forums Top
They are so sweet.! Congratulations!

So did they make it in time to be tax deductions for 2006? Or were they the first new babies of 2007?
Reply #6 from JoeUser Forums Top

WOOT!

Congrats to you and your wife, Daddy.  They are so sweet.

My youngest was only 5lbs (premie) when born...hope your wife is feeling well.

Reply #7 from JoeUser Forums Top
Congratulations Dad!  And tell Your wife congratulations as well!
Reply #8 from JoeUser Forums Top
Crapola! I thought I had another week or so to get their hats done! I've got one done and one on the needles, and I can finish all three today and get them in the mail tomorrow.

Actually, this works out better because now I know how big they are and can adjust their hats accordingly.

Congratualtions, JJ. I know that you and your beautiful wife have been waiting for this for years, and I am incredibly happy for you both. Those babies are gorgeous, and all five of you (you're a party of five now, doesn't that sound awesomely cool?!) deserve the best life can offer.

Namaste, my friend.
Reply #9 from JoeUser Forums Top
Congratulations JJ to you and your wife - well done both of you!
Reply #10 from JoeUser Forums Top

CONGRATS!    

That is amazing!  What a way to start the New Year!

I am so happy to hear that they all made it into the world healthy.  Nice weights for triplets!

You have to be absolutely in awe of your family right now.  What a fantastic year you will have.

Reply #11 from JoeUser Forums Top
Wow! Fantastic John! Congrats to you and your lovely wife! Happy Birthday and Happy New Year to the babies!
Reply #12 from JoeUser Forums Top
That is awesome,...welcome to the world, Triplets! You are going to be some busy, but jubilant, parents. btw, they are adorable.
Reply #13 from JoeUser Forums Top
Oh, forgot to add - Love the names! Y'all be good chillins for my man John! Them names are pure Loosiana! From the Uncle of Jordan, Ashley, Kaitlin, Carter, and Amber (among others - our Loosiana roots!)
Reply #14 from JoeUser Forums Top
Wow, congrats!!!

Beautiful babies...they all look hearty and healthy for preemies. Poor mom, though...that was a LOTTA baby to carry around!

I'm so happy for you.
Reply #15 from JoeUser Forums Top
I am very happy for you guys! Congratulations, and good luck with the handfuls!
Reply #16 from JoeUser Forums Top
Thanks for all the comments. I just wanted to pop in and give an update.

All the babies are doing great. They were breathing room air without the little nasal canellas the day they were born. Parrish is the only one who has had any difficulty with this and his has been very minor. Little boys usually have more issues with breathing than girls at this point. He has managed to stay on room air so it can't be all that bad.

They got their feeding tubes yesterday and they began feeding through them last night. Each of them has lost a couple of ounces but that is to be expected. They could loose as much as 10% over the next couple of days. They all seem to have some suckling response to the pacifiers. This response doesn't develop until week 34. It is a strong sign that in a couple of weeks they should be able to feed on their own.

There are lots of little milestones for them to cross at this point but they are doing fantastic.

I got to hold the two girls yesterday. They are both just so amazing in my arms. I'm afraid to take my arm bands off because I know I will wake up and have to pinch myself to remind me that this is real.
Reply #17 from JoeUser Forums Top
There are lots of little milestones for them to cross at this point but they are doing fantastic.


And stronger they will become each day!

I got to hold the two girls yesterday. They are both just so amazing in my arms. I'm afraid to take my arm bands off because I know I will wake up and have to pinch myself to remind me that this is real.


your excitement and joy comes through and brings a tear to my eyes enjoy the little ones JJ and God bless all of you.
Reply #18 from JoeUser Forums Top
Congrats to you and your family. All the best in 2007, be strong, safe, and happy!
Reply #20 from JoeUser Forums Top
The babies are still progressing along. They were switched to formula and are getting a little of mom's milk now. Mom was released from he hospital this afternoon and it was nice to come home with her here. So nice that I fell right asleep for a quick nap. In a little bit we can go and see the babies again and spend some time with them.

Oh! I got to change the first of many diapers today. I know I will regret the excitement soon enough.

We are getting to do more and more with them each day. It is great to be able to take care of them and attend to some of their needs. The will get their lines taken out in a week and we should get to hold them every time we go in.

These little ones just don't have any idea that they are premature and they refuse to act like it.

As promised here is a link to some video.
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Reply #21 from JoeUser Forums Top
Cool beans Jon.