Bath Time

Ruth was given very specific, step-by-step instructions about how to give "le toilette du matin."

1. make sure you you test the heat of the water with a thermometer (must be at 37 degrees)

2. soap him up while still on the towel, beginning with his hair and working down.

3. rinse him off gently.

4. based on temperature (taken just before bath) determine how many layers to put on. (The little sweater is very important part of a baby's wardrobe. It normally goes on over the "bodie" and under the vest.)

5. clean out his eyes, nose and face with special products provided.

6. give him his daily dose of vitamins via a syringe.

7. comb his hair.

Voila! A beautiful little baby is ready for the day.

Zacharie back with Mommy

Saying Goodbye to Zacharie

Here is mommy saying goodbye to her 18-hour-old son. Amazing how you can bond so quickly. Though we knew it was nothing threatening, it was still quite impressive to see the special neo-natal SAMU team with all their gear.

He is doing very well and should be able to come home today.

Zacharie Christian Bixby

7.11 oz
1:09 Wednesday am.
height to be determined!!
He made is presence known within 20 minutes of arrival at hospital before arriving in the maternity ward and before the midwife even got her gloves on.
We are praising the Lord for such a speedy birth.
God is good!
Welcome to the world Zacharie!