Jace and Rylee Kate

Kevin and Laura Butler were shocked and overwhelmed when Laura, pregnant with twins, had a placenta abruption at home, 26 weeks into her pregnancy. After rushing to their local hospital in Thomasville, Laura was immediately taken for a c-section because her son’s (Jace) heart rate was declining. On February 12, 2021, Jace was born weighing 2 lbs. 2 ounces and Rylee Kate was born weighing 1 lb. 12 ounces. Jace and Rylee Kate were quickly transported to Phoebe’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The Butler family began a long journey they never expected. At two days old, Jace passed away due to a pulmonary hemorrhage. “The doctors tried everything they could, but ultimately the Lord called him back home,” Laura shared. The Butler family is grateful for Phoebe’s NICU team and the equipment provided by Children’s Miracle Network that saved Rylee Kate’s life. Rylee Kate is pure joy and reminds us all that miracles do happen every day! Click here to read their story.