We're Home!

We got home last Sunday night and are adjusting well. My mom took the girls the first couple of days, so we could focus on the twins. I was anxious to get Lily and Bridget back to our house. Aunt Sarah came to help and it was so wonderful to have her. Bamma and Papa then came this weekend. All the extra hands have been such a blessing. Plus, teachers at Chatard have been bringing by meals. We are so grateful!!!!! Papa with his two grandbabies!

Bridget and her little sister Lucy.

Aunt Sarah, Thomas and Lucy!

The twins taking their first ride. It took us about 25 minutes to get all the kids ready for the walk!

Lily snuggling with Lucy.

Grandad and tiny Lucy.

Lily and Lucy...such a proud big sister.

Thomas is on the left and Lucy is on the right. Thomas is about 1 lb. bigger than Lucy. Lucy has really dark hair and Thomas' is light. They are both great eaters and I can usually feed them at the same time. The nights haven't even been that horrible! I was actually expecting worse. They went for their one week check-up and everything seems great.

There were many questions about the two deliveries. Lucy was delivered first and everything went great! I delivered in the operating room, since it was considered a high risk pregnancy and there were more doctors and nurses in the room...just in case. Tyler was taking pictures of Lucy and the nurses were telling me how great she looked. I was resting, preparing to deliver Thomas when I glanced at my doctor's face and could tell something was definitely not right. At the same time there was a fluster in the room and I saw that lots of doctors and nurses starting running in the room. There was tons of commotion and some yelling. They put the oxygen mask on my face and to my surprise I was staying very calm. The nurse explained to me that Thomas' umbilical cord had slipped down and if I delivered, Thomas would not get any oxygen. I was going to have to have a c-section. Then a man (not sure who he was) told me they were taking good care of me and everything was going to be ok. The next thing I knew...I woke up. Thomas and Lucy were both healthy and getting their baths. So happy to have my family all home and healthy. Now I just have to get back on my feet before the BIG wedding!

Twin Pictures

Everyone is healthy and doing well. Lucille Elizabeth Mayer (5lbs 13 oz) was born first right before 8pm naturally. Thomas Vincent Mayer (6lbs 15oz) was born around 8:10 by c-section. Everyone is tired but doing well. Enjoy the pictures below:

Off to the Hospital

Let's have these babies! Can't wait to meet them and be the Mayer Six! Keep us in your prayers.

Family Pictures

My sorority sister, Kara, is just starting her photography business. She asked if she could do some maternity pictures of our family. Didn't they turn out awesome? She's very talented. She will also take pics of the twins after they are FINALLY born! Can't wait for those.

I've had quite a few contractions lately, but they always seem to stop. I am officially scheduled to be induced on Thursday, June 2nd at 7:30 AM. Not too long before we meet them!

Home Alone

I'm home alone today. My last day at BCHS was on Tuesday. The girls have their last day of Trojan Tots today. Lily will continue to go next year, but Bridget will stay home with me. Yes, I will officially be a stay-at-home mom. Lil is thrilled because she gets to go 3 days a week and Daddy is taking her to school. Bridget always liked school and they did so many fun things with the kids. But she's the kind of kid who will be happy to be at home everyday. Lily would scale the walls if she had to stay home everyday, so it will be a perfect mix.

It's so quiet here. I'm NEVER here by myself. It was nice in the morning to relax and not have to watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. I've also been able to keep my feet up, so the swelling has been kept to a minimum. My feet have been swelling a lot with this warm weather.

It's nice to know that in a couple hours it will be chaos again. I love the energy and fun that Lily and Bridget (and even Tyler :) ) bring. And I think I'm ready for even more chaos, energy, and fun from the twins.

Four under four...four before we're 30! It still blows my mind. I also can't believe these little ones haven't come yet either. It's pretty unusual for twins not to have come yet. I went to the doctor on Monday and go again on Friday. My doctor has delivered MANY babies and he said he has very rarely had to induce twins. But he said if they don't come soon he will most likely induce June 2nd. I've been having some contractions, but nothing painful. I'm ready to have these babies out! I didn't know I could be this uncomfortable! Walking from room to room is even a challenge. Plus, I'm so ready to meet them and begin the adventure of a family of six with a set of twins!

We've been doing lots of activities where I can sit and watch the girls play.

Here they are playing with shaving cream. Have I mentioned Bridget hates clothes lately. It may be a naked summer for her.

Here's Lil at her gymnastics performance. Nana had been taking her to this class and she loved it!

We will keep you updated on the blog and let you know when we head to the hospital. We will get pics up as soon as we can, too!

Moments as a Mother

It was one of those mornings. Moms out there...you know what I'm talking about. It's taken twice as long to get out of the house, tantrums have been thrown, things have been spilled, items have been forgotten at home. You name it, it happened that morning. We FINALLY got in the car and I was ABSOLUTELY exhausted. The thought even crossed my mind, "Should I even go to work today?" I'm sure people would understand a 36 week pregnant woman of twins, not coming to work. But we were on our way and we were going to make it. About 5 minutes into the car ride, I hear Bridget say, "Wet!" Bridget spilled her juice all over herself. I said to myself, "I'm not going to make it!!!" Then I hear Lily respond, "Well, you are going to have to try, Mother." Thanks for the tip Lil. How could I not laugh...the morning seemed much more tolerable after that comment. ha!

Happy Mother's Day!

I had an amazing Mother's Day. Bridget brought home this adorable frame with her hand print in it. Seriously, precious! Lily had made a book for me. One question in the book was, "What do you like about preschool?" Part of her answer was, "Being funny and making people laugh." Now if that doesn't have Tyler Mayer written all over it...

Sunday morning I was greeted with Dunkin Donuts. I proceeded to get these ready all day...

That's a lot of car seats! I wonder how long it will take to load everyone up in them.

Tyler and the girls got me a Mary garden. Lil and Ty are planting the flowers in this picture. Of course, our dear Bridg, is taking a nap.

Isn't it beautiful? What a thoughtful present.

That night we went to my mom's house and ordered take-out. It was perfect and very relaxing.

I went to the doctor yesterday. Everything looks great! The girl is just under 5 lbs. and the boy is just over 5 lbs. They are both head down. I will officially NOT be put a bed rest. If contractions begin, they will let me go into labor. I feel like that is quite an accomplishment. Not everyone carrying twins makes it to 35 weeks with no bed rest. They are still hoping I carry to 37-38 weeks. Can't wait to meet the little ones!