I can’t believe you are five!! Was it really five years ago that we met for the first time? You were the most perfect baby I had ever seen. I was so excited to hold you. And even though I was so exhausted (it took almost an hour and a half to push you out!) I never wanted to let you go. Was that really five years ago? 

Your birthday is always extra special for me (don’t tell your siblings), but today is also the day that I became a mom! Thank you for making me a mom and giving me the greatest joy I could have ever known. You taught me about unconditional love, patience, understanding, and so much more. 

I have a lot of emotions thinking about my first baby turning five. It feels like we are leaving the baby years behind and heading straight to the big kid years. We have about a month together before kindergarten starts, and my mama heart is having a tough time with that. I am trying to sneak in every little moment I can with you this summer but it’s so hard with three little siblings at home too. I will miss you so much during the day but I am also so so excited for you. 

You have the biggest heart, and you are always thinking of others. You are so joyful, you can put a smile on anyone’s face! You wear your heart on your sleeve, and you have some big big feelings (your dad is the same way!) You guys both have a lot of passion, and that’s one of the things I love most about you two. You love hard, and you also fight hard too. But you are always quick to apologize and hate when anyone is upset with you. We love that you have so much spirit, and that you’re so full of life. 

You are the best big sister to your brothers and to your new baby sister. You play with them, teach them things, and are their biggest protector. Of course you fight like crazy too, but I know you all love each other and I hope that you’re all best friends someday!

You have a huge imagination, I can’t get over how creative you are. You love to get lost in the worlds of fairies, mermaids, and princesses. Dress up happens at our house every single day! Some days you are Mulan, other days you are a cat, and everything in between. We are always watching in awe of you, and get so excited to see what you come up with next. 

You love to sing. Your preschool teacher left a note for you at the end of the year that said to ‘never stop singing!’ She said she would always hear you singing in the bathroom. You love to put on shows for us in the living room. Sometimes you sing Taylor Swift (or one of your other favorite artists!) but most of the time you sing original songs. 

You are so smart and you love to learn! You are constantly telling us facts (where did she learn that?!) or remembering specific details from a year ago (how does she remember that?!) You ask one million questions a day, and you are so inquisitive! Preschool was so great for you because you are so eager to learn. You know all your letters and numbers, you can spell lots of different words, and I bet you can sight read about ten words now. I can’t wait to see you start to put words together and read books!

I’ll never forget your laughter, your ringlet curls, your 13 outfit changes per day, our trips to target, your prayers before dinner, or our kisses at bedtime. I am so proud to be your mom and I’m so so excited to see what the next year brings for you.

You always say that you ‘love me to Paris and back!’ or that you ‘love me to China and back!’ or something like that. Let’s just say that I love you to another galaxy and even further! I love you more than you will ever know sweet girl. Happy 5th birthday!

Mommy

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Dear baby girl,

You are the surprise of my life. I took a pregnancy test (the last random test left over from your brothers) and it said ‘pregnant,’ and I was shocked. Then I ran down to your dad and showed him the test, but I couldn’t find any words in the moment. I was speechless. A baby was coming. You were on your way! The greatest surprise of my life. 

You were a surprise to us, but not to God. I love the verse, ‘before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.’ We know that this is all God’s plan and we know that His timing is always perfect. You were always part of the plan and you are coming at the perfect time. There was always room for you! Your car seat is installed in the last seat in our car. Your things fill the last bedroom in our house. In a few months, your high chair will sit in the last spot at our dinner table. It was always you. The perfect fourth baby to complete our family.

You have been growing now for 37 weeks! This pregnancy has been such a joy (easiest of the three for sure!) I feel you moving every second of the day and night (my doctor says you will definitely not be a wallflower!) I’ve been trying to really slow down and enjoy the way it feels to be pregnant. I want to remember every kick and every movement because I know I will never feel it again. It’s the most bittersweet feeling. 

When I toss and turn at night, I can’t help but think of you. What will you look like? Like your big sister? What will your personality be? Does the name we have picked out seem to fit you? How many days until we meet you? I worry a lot too, and I worry about a lot of different things. But one thing I do not worry about is the amount of love we have for you sweet girl. We love you more than you will ever know. You are so wanted, and so so loved. 

Love,

Your mama (6-12-24)

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Sonny and Theo are 2 years old! I can’t believe we’ve made it through two years of twin babies. It’s been a wild ride and I know it’s going to continue to get even crazier with two toddler boys on the loose! They turned two back in March, but now that I have some updated photos of my two year old boys, I wanted to do a little ‘2 year update’ for them (even though its now June!) I also wrote the boys a letter on their second birthday if you want to read it here.

The ‘terrible twos’ are an often dreaded part of parenting but I really love this stage. I love that at 2 years old they are both starting to talk more and more. I love to hear them say new words and they are getting really good at repeating words too. We do a lot of sign language with them, and I just love the belly rubbing for “please” and when they sign “more.” Something unique about twins is their “twin language” that they have. I love to hear them talk to each other. It’s clear when one of them tells the other one what to do and then you just see them both run toward a toy.

For Sonny and Theo’s 1st birthday, we took these adorable cake smash photos. This year, I had this vision of them in matching denim overalls and I think they turned out so cute. My favorite photos are the ones where they are interacting, whether it be pushing each other in the little rocking chair or putting their arms around each other. I love that we were able to capture the bond of these sweet and handsome two year olds!

Here is all about Sonny and Theo at 2 years old!

WHAT SONNY IS DOING:

• Loves to hold hands with mama
• Leads mama or daddy around to show us different things
• Points at everything
• Has a stuffed puppy named “Ella” (just like our dog)
• When you ask how old he is, he says “TWO!”
• Signs a lot – mostly the signs for please, sorry, and more
• Climbs on everything
• Always on the move and running around
• Loves to push the buttons in the elevator and the handicap buttons
• Instigates fights with his brother
• Loves to be sneaky
• Plays with balls and sports equipment
• Outgoing and likes to play with other friends
• Loves to wear sunglasses and loves to put on shoes
• Sleeping about 7:30-7:30 and napping about 1-3

WHAT THEO IS DOING:

• Loves to cuddle
• Stays in his sleep sacks for a long time after he wakes up and after nap
• Sucks his thumb when he’s tired
• Loves Daddy the most!
• When you ask how old he is, he says “TWO!”
• Signs a lot – mostly the signs for please, sorry, and more
• Has sweetest bond with big sister Rosie
• Loves to joke around and be silly
• Shrugs his shoulders with his palms up as if to say “I don’t know?”
• Scrunches his nose up so cute
• More introverted and likes to stay close to mom and dad
• Loves any little toy figurines and lining them all up in a row
• Plays with all the character toys like Buzz Lightyear, Minnie Mouse, and Paw Patrol
• Loves to wear sunglasses and hats
• Sleeping about 7:30-7:30 and napping about 1-3

FUN THINGS WE HAVE DONE THIS YEAR:

• Fun outings to aquarium, zoo, twins games, drive-in, art class, library, state fair, and more!
• Very memorable holiday celebrations (especially Christmas when both boys were walking!)
• Went on an Alaskan cruise and got to see a lot of Alaska
• Fun trips with family and friends to Texas, Colorado, Wisconsin, and North Carolina
• Drove to Florida for an almost two week long Spring Break!
• ECFE playtime with us and their new friends
• Graduated both boys from PT (and both are doing great!)
• Tagging along to big sister’s activities
• Found out they would be big brothers!
• Fun time with grandparents when mom and dad took a few trips

FAVORITE PRODUCTS AT 2 YEARS OLD:

Transportation: We still really love our stroller. We have two seats for each of them and then our four year old rides on the ride along board. This is our primary mode of transportation right now, and what we keep in the car. We also got a Wonderfold wagon that we use for walks around the neighborhood.

Sleep: The boys are still in Kyte sleep sacks in their cribs. We are still using this noise machine. Blackout curtains are still absolutely crucial.

Toys: They really love this car ramp that I got recently, and will put hot wheels or little figurines down it. Both boys really like Buzz Lightyear, and recently got these big Buzz toys. Theo especially loves any little figurines like Toy Story, Mickey Mouse, or Paw Patrol. Any Fisher Price Little People sets are a huge hit. They love this farm and this taco truck. Both boys are getting more into building with duplos or magnatiles. They also to color with their sister’s art supplies or do play-doh!

Outdoor: We keep this water table on our boat for them to play with and they seem to really like that. We use these puddle jumper style life jackets on the boat. They also really love anything with bubbles!

Travel: We did quite a bit of traveling in their second year. We love these travel cribs and swear by the slumber pod! For Spring Break we let them use ipads for the road trip (for the first time) and loved these ipad holders for the car.

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DETAILS FROM OUR TWINS’ SECOND BIRTHDAY PARTY

My inspiration for the party came from this blog post on Pinterest. I used a lot of the same elements that this party planner used, while also making it my own and making it work for our spaces and guests. I started collecting silver pieces months ago, because I knew silver pieces would be reminiscent of trophies. My mom also had some antique silver pieces that I used in the decor as well. I also went through all of our toys to collect horses to use for the decor, as well as collected horses from my childhood toys well.

Next, I found these invitations and thought they were so cute. They were exactly how I wanted them and I didn’t edit any design elements at all. I knew I wanted light blue and white, but once I found these invitations, I knew I wanted to incorporate some gingham as well.

Twin Cakes + Some Cake Tips

In terms of cakes, I like to get two double-layer 5 inch cakes from our local bakery (with no decorations). Then, I can add whatever decorations or topper that I want to. At our local bakery, this cake cost $12! I added these small toy horses on top, a little baby’s breath, and then two candles.

We asked our guests to dress-up for the party, which was a really fun way to get everyone involved. We also had some extra hats and things at our house to use. At the end of the party we picked two winners and gave them trophies. I found these in the Bullseye’s Playground area at Target!

Kids Table and Favors

Decorating a kids’ table is one of my favorite parts about hosting a family party or birthday party. However, we had so many kids this time around that I didn’t actually set a table, but just set it up for kids to come and play as they wanted. I put this turf down, with horses and horse shoes on top. Then I put out some coloring supplies and these cute horse stickers. I didn’t have specific favors for the kids, but they took home a horse cup and any of the little horses they want.

Sources

• Invitations
• Balloon garland
• Tablecloth
• Silver items: all thrifted or my mom’s
• Horseshoe decorations
• Small toy horses
• Large toy horses are our toys
• Horse kids cups
• Horse trophies: Target Bullseye’s Playground
• Turf
• Horse sticker activity
• Horseshoe game
• Plates and napkins
• Blue gingham dress

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To my twin boys, 

Today is your second birthday! I found myself referring to you as “the babies” yesterday. I got teary thinking about how I should stop calling you that. You’re my big boys now! 

When we found out we were having twins, we were scared. How would we do this? How could we care for two babies at the same time? But here we are two years later! I am incredibly proud of all of us for getting here. It’s been an absolutely wild ride, filled with ups and downs, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I can’t imagine our family without you guys. You have brought so much joy to our lives. 

Yesterday I was looking back at photos from your first birthday and I can’t believe how much you have changed in the last twelve months! A year ago you were both bald as an egg and crawling across the living room. You look like such little babies! This year you are sprinting the halls and wrestling on the carpet. What a difference a year makes! 

You are both starting to talk more and more. I love to hear you say new words and you’re getting so good at repeating what we say. Your sign language is the cutest. There is something so sweet about you rubbing your belly to say “please” and signing for “more.” You have also started talking to each other in a sort of “twin language” that we don’t understand! I love to see you interact with each other and hope your bond continues to grow. 

Sonny, my sonny bunny, and little mama’s boy. We love to hold hands and you are always reaching your hand out for mine. You like to lead me around, show me different things, and point to where I should sit down. You love to point! I never want to forget how you stand just pointing at stuff. I love how you always want mama when you wake up (and you are still our earliest riser!) Your favorite lovey is a stuffed puppy that you call “Ella” and you are so sweet with it. 

Sonny, you are always on the move and so physical with your siblings. I like to call you “the instigator” because you sir are always starting fights with your brother! You have a very mischievous grin. When I see that little side eye, I know you’re about to do something sneaky! You love playing with balls and any kind of sports equipment. We can tell you’re going to be a natural at any sport you may decide to do. You like to make new friends and I notice you playing and talking with other kids a lot when we go out. The other day you kissed a little girl when we were saying goodbye to her. You dad and I will have to keep our eyes on you! 

Theo, my theo bud, and perfect angel! You are the sweetest kid in the world and the biggest cuddler. I love that you like to stay in your sleep sack for the first few hours of the day. I never want to forget how you suck your thumb. You only do it now when you’re tired or right when you wake up. You are daddy’s buddy and I can tell the two of you will be forever best buds. Whenever you get hurt or scared or anything, it’s always “dada!!!” You sir are tough as nails! You’ve been through a lot already at two years old and absolutely never give up. You are a fighter! 

Theo you are so silly, so fun, and the little jokester of our family. I picture you being the class clown someday. You love to shrug your shoulders with your palms up, as if to say “I don’t know?” I never want to forget your nose scrunch (more like total face scrunch) that your sister says looks like a smooch. I love how analytical you are and how you’re always trying to figure stuff out. You like to stand up all your toys in a line, and like to have your things just the way you want them. You love all your little characters like buzz lightyear, minnie mouse, and paw patrol.  

Watching you grow up is so bittersweet for your mama! On one hand, I am so proud of the boys that you have become and I can’t wait to see what you do next. But on the other hand, there are many days where I wish I could go back to the night we met. 

The next year is going to be full of changes for you both. We will be adding a baby sister very soon and I am so excited to see you in your new roles as big brothers. I still can’t believe that you two will no longer be “my babies” (in more ways than one!)

I love you my sweet boys and I feel doubly blessed to be the mom of two perfect two year olds! Happy second birthday!

Love, Mama

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Inspiration For Our Twin Boy Nursery

The inspiration for our twin boy nursery came from a few places. First, my grandmother passed away while I was pregnant with our twins. I knew I wanted to incorporate some of my grandparents’ things in their room. The items that I had envisioned were all antiques and in shades of neutrals. Second, we went on a trip to South Carolina while I was pregnant and I picked some pampas grasses from the property where we were staying. I knew I wanted to hang the pampas grass in their room, as well as incorporate those neutral colors and interesting textures. Then I couldn’t help but add some blue!

DETAILS

This lamp was in my grandparents’ home and it was at the very top of my list for the twin boy nursery since it has two little babies on it! I thought it was absolutely perfect for this space.

When I saw this frame in a thrift store while we were trying to get pregnant, I didn’t really think too much about it. I noticed it, but left it there on the shelf. Soon after that shopping trip, we found out we were pregnant. I thought back on that picture frame and knew it was a ‘wink’ or a little sign for me from God. I went back to see if it was still there and it was! We didn’t know the gender of the babies at the time, but I thought that we must be having at least one boy, and we had two!

This mirror was also in my grandparents’ house and I thought it would be a pretty antique to incorporate into their room. I love that it’s the first thing you see when you walk in.

One of the tricky parts about a twin nursery, is that because there are two cribs, there is a lot less space for other things! One thing I had to compromise on was having a large book shelf in their room like I have in their sister’s room. I ordered these floating book shelves so that they could have a few books displayed in their room.

Here is a full look at our little cozy corner. This nursery rocking chair is actually a glider and a recliner. We have loved it with all of our babies and we even purchased two more for our basement. The little table we have used next to the glider in both nurseries. It’s very inexpensive and the perfect size for all of the little necessities like bottle, phone, etc. Both blankets on the glider have sentimental meaning. The yellow quilt was my grandma’s and the blue and white blanket was a gift given to my husband as a baby.

This is the pampas grass that we picked in South Carolina when I was pregnant with the twins. I thought it was so simple and sweet hanging on the wall.

I didn’t come up with the idea to do a gallery wall in the boys’ room until they were probably about one years old! This area was one of those spaces that was really holding me up and preventing me from finishing this room. I had been collecting items here and there and realized this would be a perfect way to display them.

Starting in the top left, this print is called ‘the torn hat’ and was hanging up in my grandparents’ home as long as I can remember. I thought it was another one of those ‘meant to be’ things when we had two boys. The Minnesota Twins pendant is an antique that I found on Etsy. Below that is a letter I wrote to the twins while I was pregnant. I highly recommend writing at least one letter to your baby while pregnant. It’s the perfect nursery decor too. Then there is a cross that I bought while in Ireland. This was years before having the twins, but I loved it for their space. Finally, an ultrasound photo!

I love a child’s name above their bed (our daughter has something similar), but I find it extremely practical to have twin beds labeled. Each baby always gets put to bed into the same crib and I want them to always have their own space.

I found these name signs on Etsy and loved the look of the natural wood. The Etsy seller has lots of options and colors, the possibilities are endless. I’m not sure where I came up with the idea to layer the signs onto windows… I started with antique windows and realized that they may have lead paint or other issues, and so I went ahead and ordered these windows from Amazon!

Here is a good look at their cribs. This is the ‘Kendall’ crib from Pottery Barn Kids. We used one of these cribs for our daughter, and then just bought a second crib when the twins were ready to transition to cribs.

This is the same changing table that has been in both of our nurseries. It has served us well and love its height and functionality. We have also used the same diaper pail and changing pad. The changing pad is nice because it wipes clean very easily and it also has the ability to weigh your baby as well.

Full List of Sources

• Cribs
• Rug
• Blackout Curtains
• Curtain Rod
• Glider
• Book shelves
• Small round table
• Name signs
• Decorative windows
• Changing table
• Diaper Pail
• Changing Pad

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My favorite element was the rainbow balloon arch. Balloon arches are seriously such a low cost and big impact decoration. I found the kit at Target (only $12!) and just switched the order of the colors so that they were in rainbow order. Get an electric balloon pump and your life will be so much easier. I always use fishing line to attach the balloons together and to hang the arch up. I added this unicorn balloon to the display as well. Rosie picked out the floral unicorn crowns and I thought they were so sweet. I of course love when a rose makes itself into the party decorations!

I always like to do party favors for all the kids. Rosie went to a birthday party this Summer where they all got tubes like this and I thought that was such a good idea! I found these at Target (super cheap! and I wrote each kid’s name on it in permanent marker. It was helpful for the kids to know whose tube was whose, and also helpful for us to know who left theirs behind.

We had a temporary tattoo station setup (which is always a crowd favorite!) These were some of the most beautiful temporary tattoos I have seen (ha!) It’s hard to tell in the photo but they were super metallic and just really pretty. I think it works best to have a makeup sponge and water for doing tattoos. That’s just a hot tip from someone who had done a lot of them recently! They have ones at the dollar store.

I love a dessert table and my mom always makes the best sweets for the parties. This time around she did brownie bites with the rainbow icing, little unicorn chocolates, and then cake pops.

SOURCES

• Rainbow Dress
• Unicorn Swimsuit
• Unicorn Balloon
• Rainbow Balloon Arch
• “4” Balloon
• Floral unicorn crowns
• Temporary Tattoos
• Unicorn Inflatable Sprinkler
• Rainbow Inner Tube Party Favors
• Rainbow Plates, Unicorn Plates, Unicorn Napkins
• Cake Pops, Unicorn Chocolates, and Brownie Bites: My Mom!
• Lunch: Leeann Chin plus my mother-in-law
• Wine: 14 Hands
• Cake: Dairy Queen
• Candy: Dollar Tree

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Rosie you are four years old! Happy birthday to my favorite girl in the whole wide world. I wish I could bottle you up and keep you this little forever my angel. I can’t believe it’s been four years since we first met. It feels like yesterday. The day you were born was the happiest day of my life, the day I became a mom.

We have watched you grow into such a strong, spirited, loving, smart, funny, and beautiful girl. You light up the room with your personality and charisma and you can put a smile on just about anyone’s face. You child, are special!

Right now you love dress up, playing restaurant, fairy gardens, super heroes, unicorns, and rainbows. You are the most imaginative and creative child I have ever been around. The way that you tell stories and create entirely new worlds is truly amazing.

Sometimes you look at me out of the blue and say, “mommy, I love you.” I love our kitchen dances, baking competitions, car songs, and playroom time. I love your hugs, your smile, and your laugh. When you’re mad at me (like you were yesterday!) you say, “mommy we’re not best friends anymore!” but I know you don’t mean it. I know that we will still be best friends forever!

I love that we do bedtime together every night. It’s one of my very favorite parts of the day. Even at four years old, you still like me to carry you up the stairs. When I tuck you in every night I say, “good night Rosie! I love you!” You wake up multiple times per night lately (not sure what’s going on there!) and while it’s hard for mama, I know it won’t happen forever. You still need your mommy sometimes and I will always be there for you when you need me sweet girl.

I am so proud that you have tried so many new things this year. It was your first year of preschool! You learned so much and made so many friends. Picking you up from preschool was the highlight of my day. You would run out of the building yelling “mama!” You also tried soccer and t-ball, and although you struggled through the practices sometimes, you never gave up. I applaud you for trying new things and always doing your best.

This year you really came into your own as a big sister. You love your twin brothers so much. You call them your “little nibbles,” “pickles,” or “twinnies” and I love the way you say “my brudders.” That’s one of those words I will be so sad when you say it correctly! You like to call Sonny “Sonny Bunny” or “Bun Bun.” You pronounce Theo like “Feo” (it’s so adorable) and you like to call him “Fee Fee” too. Your brothers are “hilarious” (your words!) You like to tickle them, wrestle them, and lately you have been carrying them around! I know that you have a lot of big feelings and big struggles when the babies are around, but I also know that you are trying your best to be a helper and great big sister.

You have taught me so much in the past four years. I have learned to care for someone more than myself, to love unconditionally, and to have patience (so much patience!) You have also shown me that I am so much stronger and more capable than I ever thought possible.

I want you to never be afraid to be yourself and to always have the confidence that you have right now at four years old. I never want you to lose your spirit. You have always been special sweet Rosie girl, remember that. And don’t worry, I will always be here to remind you if you ever forget.

Happy birthday my darling daughter. I love you so much.

Mommy

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I love this age because I am seeing their personalities more and more, I am watching them learn new skills, and I am witnessing them discover the world for the very first time. That being said, this stage has definitely been the second most challenging stage for me (most difficult since newborn!) They are very mobile, very curious, and they also get VERY frustrated. I forgot how challenging it can be when your one year old can’t communicate all of the things that they want to say!

Sonny and Theo are still so easygoing and happy. Others comment all the time amazed at how content and happy they are. We got pretty lucky with these two for sure! As the younger siblings to a very busy 3 year old sister, they are just along for the ride sometimes. I still feel like God really only gives you what you can handle, and Sonny and Theo were the perfect additions to our family.

I love their laughs and all of the little mannerisms they have started showing. Sonny loves to say “ball” and has started pointing at things a lot. Theo loves to do ‘peekaboo’ and hides absolutely everywhere. Sonny is still my little mama’s boy and loves the cuddles. Theo is quite the comedian lately, and puts on a show for anyone who will watch!

WHAT SONNY IS DOING:

• Started walking!
• Gets into a downward dog and stands up
• Climbs up the stairs and climbs on everything!
• Still going to PT every other week
• Very clingy to mama, likes mama to put him to bed
• Favorite foods are corn on the cob, cheese, pizza, and hot dogs
• Teething a lot and has a tougher time dealing with that
• Loves playing with balls and pushing the walker
• Says “ball” a lot
• Loves pointing at things (especially the tv!)
• Struggles with ear infections every time he is sick
• Drinking only whole milk now (breastfeeding is done!)
• Wearing shoes a lot more (trying to get in the habit)

WHAT THEO IS DOING:

• Loves to make kissing noises
• Started pulling up and cruising around!
• Started pushing the walker really well
• Climbs up the stairs
• Favorite foods are french fries, cheese, and broccoli
• Has 17 teeth (one is an extra! we confirmed with a pediatric dentist)
• Loves stuffed animals, music, and stacking cups
• Started going to PT and goes every week (have seen huge improvements!)
• Still sucks his thumb and its so cute
• Still scrunches his nose and its so cute
• Pinches his fingers together to signal that he wants something
• Drinking only whole milk now (breastfeeding is done!)
• Wearing shoes a lot more (trying to get in the habit)

FUN THINGS WE HAVE DONE:

• First birthday party!
• Lots of walks, trips to local parks, and fun in the swings
• Fun outings to the zoo, aquarium, horse track, twins game
• Fun holidays with family including Easter, Mothers’s Day, and Father’s Day
• Celebrated Daddy’s birthday
• Trips to Dallas and Vail
• Went to their first wedding
• Tagging along to big sister’s sports, play dates, recitals, and more!
• Fun Summer days on the boat and by our pool
• Fun ECFE ‘summer camp’ days

FAVORITE PRODUCTS AT 15 MONTHS:

• Activity table – We bought this when they were around 12 months and it helped with pulling up and cruising. I highly recommend something like this if your child is slower to do some of those skills.
• Wonderfold Wagon – This is pricey but a great investment if you have three or more kids. The stroller is great for errands and shorter distances, but it’s nice to have seats for all three kids when you have a lot of walking to do.
• Stroller and snack trays – Best stroller ever! We have had for four years and use it daily. We recently invested in two snack trays too and that was a GAME CHANGER. The babies can now easily eat meals at restaurants, etc. and can eat snacks while on walks or at their sister’s activities.
• Nugget – The boys’ physical therapists encouraged me to move this into the baby play area to help with muscle strength. I change around the configuration a lot and they love it.
• Zebra walker – We have had this walker since our older daughter was learning to walk. It helps a lot in the early stages of walking.
• Toys – Some of their favorite toys right now are the whale popper, stacking cups, this set of boxes, their story pod, and this little push car.
• Outdoor – We spend quite a bit of time on our boat and in the pool. We put our water table and this mini pool on the boat, and we use this pool float for when they go swimming.
• Sleep Sacks – We use the Kyte brand of sleep sacks and we love them! There are different weights and sizes. We have the 1.0 tog in the 6-18 month size and they fit with plenty of room.
• Play Pen – We use this every single day. It works as a play pen or you can use it as a gate. The babies are starting to get very frustrated in here, so we may have to find another solution soon!
• Travel – We use one SlumberPod for both of the babies and two travel cribs fit inside it. My link for SlumberPod gives you a little discount!
• Clothes – My favorite places to shop for them are Old Navy and H&M. I like to get mostly neutrals and basics at each of these stores. My favorite brand of pajamas is Angel Dear!

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