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On January 26, Garrett was discharged from the NICU after 57 days. It was one day after his due date.

It was very surreal. On one hand it feels like ages that we've been doing the whole NICU routine. On the other hand, it went by very quickly. I can't believe they are almost two months old!

We were, of course, very happy for Garrett. But also sad to be leaving Rhys all alone. It was also strange to think that after all this time, Mark and I are now fully responsible for all his care. You get very used to the routine and parenting an NICU baby is really just a series of limited interactions. You really only see your baby during the day (hence why I had no clue Garrett was such a night owl) and can really only do the very basics for them: feeds, diapers changes and cuddles. The nurses do their best to get you as involved as possible, but really, it's not a normal environment or situation. We couldn't believe that we were finally taking him home and could do whatever we wanted with him whenever we wanted to!

Rylen was so pumped. He was excitedly waiting at the window when we drove up. The first thing he did is run down to the basement to "get Garrett a present" and returned with a pile of toys that he kept putting in Garrett's car seat. Then, of course, he wanted to hold him. He was very gentle and loving. So cute. This is by far the best thing ever: to see Rylen's interactions with Garrett. So far, only love, kisses and "sharing" toys. No jealousy, although I'm sure it will come.

All dressed up and ready to go!

Garrett's first time outside the NICU doors!

Rylen gave Garrett a bunch of his train pieces to play with :-)

Proud big brother

Sharing with Garrett