Lemonade Stand

Almost forgot to post these cute pictures. These were done at 4 months by Amanda Livingston Photography in Nephi. She does an amazing job! P.s. Lydia did not want to smile, little turkey

Luke's hand was not posed. He did this all on his own.

5 months

Wow, keeping track of these little ones is hard work. They are changing every day and getting so big!

Lydia

Is rolling from back to tummy, and tummy to back. She found her toes and loves to grab them. She also found her voice and loves to screech. She is still pretty quiet, and like you to talk to her in a soft voice. She likes to stand or sit up, but isn't a big fan of laying down. She thinks she is bigger than she is.

Weight:12.46 lb

Height: 24

Head:15.75 in

Luke

He finally learned how to roll from tummy to back, but prefers to just lay and kick his feet. He loves to smile and has the best belly laugh. He likes mommy to hold him whenever possible.

Weight: 14.15 lb

Height: 24.5 in

Head: 16.26 in

They both have started to recognize one another. When Lydia cries, Luke will talk to her in a very soft voice. Lydia will do the same with him. Lydia likes to hold Luke's hand or whatever body part she can get a hold of. They both love bath time, and it's the best way to calm them down. They are both pretty much sleeping through the night, which makes me very happy!

3/4 month

We had quit the summer. My sister Lindsay and her family were here from Seattle. I had the best helpers anyone could ask for. I paid Abby (7 yr old) $1 a day to help me with Lydia. Best $35 I ever spent. We went to the movies, splash pad, museum, and many dates the Lucky's slushie shack. Luke and Lydia were spoiled rotten! L&L are doing more tummy time, but Luke hates it.

 Lydia is such a go getter and loves tummy time. Lydia is rolling from her belly to her back. She is smiling more and using her soft sweet voice to tell us stories.

Luke is smiling and laughing. He doesn't like tummy time, and has found his voice. It sure let's us know when he isn't happy with something.

They are both sleeping a lot better (8pm-5 or 6am). We moved them into their own room finally. We started by just putting them in their rockers, and slowing put them in their cribs. They are also just being bottle fed now. Luke started throwing a fit when he would nurse and it was just too much. I am now just pumping and feeding them that way, which is so much easier now. We are sure blessed with these two wonderful babies!

Adam's grandpa and his twin sister hold L&L

Grandpa Dave

Cohen and Lydie

Luke went to Jordenelle with me

Luke in Adams outfit and Lydia is in my blessing dress

Blessing Day

On June 2, 2014 we were able to celebrate Luke and Lydia's blessing with their cousin Cohen. Cohen is only 2 weeks older and I can only imagine how much fun they are all going to have. We blessed them at my Brother Jeff's house.My sister Lindsay and her family weren't able to be their, but they joined us through facetime. Adam did an amazing job, and it was such a great experience. We are lucky to have such wonderful family in our lives!

(for some reason I don't have any pictures with Adams family)

2 months

I am already behind in keeping up with these two rugrats. Lydia and Luke are doing awesome. Lydia was having problems throwing up after eating. Not spitting up, but 2-3 burp cloths soaked. We switch both of them to different formula (Gerbet goodstart soothe) and made such a big difference. It contains only 30% milk protein instead of the regular 70%.

They have both started smiling and cooing. It's so fun to hear their sweet voices ( when they aren't crying). 

They are both sleeping a lot better also. Right now we put them to bed around 10 and they sleep until around 2:30-3.

I am continually amazed at how much they are learning everyday. I am also amazed that these two tiny spirits can teach me so much. I am so blessed to be their momma!

Luke

Weight: 11.27lb

Height: 21.75 in

Head:15.25 in

Lydia

Weight: 8.86lb

Height: 20.75 in

Head: 14.75 in

 

L&L 1 month old

I can't believe we've made it to this point. What an adventure it has been. So far L&L have been sleeping in their rock n' play's in our room. If you haven't heard of these, they are the bees knees for my little ones. They are are at an incline; so your babe isn't laying flat. They also vibrate and you can rock them as well. We ❤️ these.

L&L are setting their own schedule. I make sure they eat every 3 hours during the day, but they set everything else. They are pretty amazing. When one wakes up, the other follows shortly. I love that they are so in sync.

We have had some issues with weight gain for both babies. Lydia ended  up needing to be bottle fed breast milk, so we knew exactly how much she was getting. Since then she has had problem latching. I finally went and saw a lactation consultant , which was a big help. I was almost ready to give up and start bottle feeding since both of them would nurse for 30-40 min and still be starving. It was nice to hear that supplementing was the right thing to do for our twins.

We found out Luke was tongue tied and also having a hard time eating. We got his little tongue clipped and he is doing so much better. 

Around 3 weeks is when reality started to set in. They were having problems nursing. Sleep depravation was catching up to both Adam and I. I really started to rethink having babies. All I can say is just keep swimming (thanks Dori). 

Things are getting better. With double the fun, you also have double the work which means you have to take multitasking to a new level. Each day I just remind myself how much I prayed to be able have them. They are my greatest blessing!

3/27/14

Luke 5lb 6oz

Lydia 5lb

4/2/14

Luke 5 lb 11oz

Luke 5 lb 3.5 oz

4/9/14

Luke 6lb 5 oz 19.75 long

Lydia 5lb 12oz 19.5 long

4/21/14

Luke 7lb 5oz

Lydia 6lb 6oz