The McCoy triplets are here!

Bella, Kaitlyn, and Crawford were born last Thursday afternoon at 31wks 1d! I am so happy for MaryBeth and Brent - you guys are going to be wonderful parents! The babies are all over 3 pounds and breathing on their own! MaryBeth is recovering well from surgery and I think Brent is doing good too (one proud papa!) Now a family of five -what a blessing! You can see their first pics on Brent's blog.

MaryBeth and I met in kindergarten, and became best buds - like sisters. We grew up doing everything together. Alot of great memories! We ended up going to different high schools and colleges, but we always stayed in contact like we promised we would. I was in her wedding and she was in mine. I will never forget the day she told me she was pregant with triplets - I was sooo excited and happy for her. What are the odds that two best friends both are blessed with triplets and within 2 years of each other! I can't wait for the day when I can see all of our children running and playing together.

Me and MB Christmas Program - 6 years old

At my wedding in 2005

MaryBeth and Brent came to visit us earlier this year to see our triplets in action. They were so great with the kids and they seemed so prepared for this wonderful journey ahead of them. I hope that Kevin and I were able to help them with our advice and experience (not that we really know what we are doing! ;) You guys made it through the pregnancy, now let the fun begin! All the smiles, hugs, and love times three!

Cory found a new buddy!

12 weeks preggo with the triplets. Doesn't she look great?!

Out and About

Now that RSV season is finally over, we have been taking the triplets out as much as possible. They made their first trip to mommy's favorite store - Target! We have also taken them to Lowes and Home Depot. We have been taking the double stroller and either the single or putting someone in a shopping cart, which they love! This way no one even notices that we have triplets, which is great! None of the dumb comments: "You must have your hands full", "Are those triplets?", and one of my favorites, "Are they all yours?".

On Mother's Day we took them to a park for the first time and they loved it! They all ran around and explored the play equipment. And they LOVED the swings! Too bad I didn't have my camera. We will go back soon for more fun! We are also planning a trip to the zoo soon! Yeah for warm weather!

Snacktime!

I have started giving the kids snacks before their naptime, since we are on one nap a day now. I bought the snack trap for them and it is a lifesaver. Great invention. Some cheerios still end up on the floor, but not many considering what it would be like with open cups. Ella always finishes first (in like half the time of the boys) and then follows Kelen and Cory around either trying to steal their cups or picking up the cheerios they drop. Here are a few pics I was able to get without them trying to run up and touch the camera.

18 month checkup and lots-o-pics

We took the kids to the pediatrician for their 18 month checkup a couple of weeks ago and I was really hoping that they had all gained weight. And boy did they! Everyone gained at least 2 pounds! Yeah! Which means Ella is over 20 lbs now, so we can turn her carseat around. They are all in the 15th percentile for weight and 10th for height. Here are the stats:

Kelen: 21.6 lbs, 30.8 in

Ella: 21 lbs, 30.2 in

Cory: 22 lbs, 31 in (I think this is probably more like 32 or 33 in)

We also had the kiddos evaluated again by the IL early intervention program since we suspected a speech delay. They are right on target with their gross motor and cognitive skills, but about 50% delayed in speech. So we qualified for the program and will start speech therapy in about a week. It is a play based therapy and I think they will really enjoy it. Here are some pictures from the last few months.

Homemade Ball Pit

Everyone kept telling me how much their kids loved ball pits........so we decided to make our own (thanks to my parents). They bought an inflatable swimming pool and then we just added the balls. Much cheaper than buying a "real" ball pit. And sure enough the kids do love it. I need to get some more balls though. I am not sure why it is so fun, but if they are happy, I am happy too!

A sea of tangled arms and legs.

Easter 2009

Here is the best I could do to get a pic of the triplets in their Easter outfits. It was a little cool outside, but the porch is the only place I can set them together and they stay put long enough for me to snap a few shots.

I can do it too!

Ella finally started walking last week. She is so proud of herself and we are proud of her too!