We're Alive! Our Triplets are ONE!

It's been over a month since my last post and a lot has happened! First off, my babies are ONE!!! I can't believe how fast this year has gone by and how much has changed. It has been a whirlwind but so amazing and I wouldn't change a second. We celebrated their birthday with a party at our house a few days after their actual birthday. We had lots of family and friends over and had a great time! I didn't really do much of a theme because I didn't find anything I liked but we just did lots of bright colors and patterns and kept it very "summery". We did a big Barbecue and just enjoyed our little munchkins and their big milestone!! The triplets had a great time and loved all the attention.

The morning of their birthday they woke up and we just enjoyed some family time. We had them open up a couple gifts and that was quite the ordeal haha. I think the paper was a bigger hit! We took them to the playground to wear them out for a hopefully long nap that didn't happen. We had people come over at 11am. We had lunch and games and the weather was great. That time worked out really well except I wish we did the cakes a bit sooner. We had smash cakes for each of them but we pulled them out around 12:300. I think they all, especially the boys, were a bit tired and overwhelmed at this point. Declan wanted nothing to do with it and Owen followed suit. They ended up needing to be held and then Owen got into it. Evelyn was a bit wary at first but figured it out and really enjoyed it! Overall it was an amazing party! (I am working on another post with more pictures and details of the party).

The week after their birthday we went up to Tahoe with the whole family for just over a week for the forth of July and just got back today. We had a great time and the babies really enjoyed the beach!

Now here's their One Year Update!

Weights and Lengths: D- 22 pounds 29.5 inches, O- 22 pounds 3 ounces 29.5 inches, E- 21 pounds 1 ounce 29 inches.

Eating: Still nursing about 4 times a day, when they wake up and before naps and bedtime. They eat 3 meals a day and some small snacks throughout. They are great eaters!

Sleep: They all go to bed at 7:30pm and wake up around 7am. They nap twice a day for 1.5 to 2 hours.

Clothes Size: All of them are in 12 and 18 months sizes.

Milestones: They all were walking before they turned 1! Owen was first at just over 11 months, Declan was next at 11 months and 1 week and Evelyn at 11.5 months!

Pictures: 

Declan

Owen

Evelyn

Life Update

Sorry I have been mia lately! We have been very busy, as usual. I figured I would just write about the last few weeks to get us caught up and hopefully I can start being more regular in posting!

We had am awesome Mother's day weekend. Patrick surprised me with dinner on friday night since we didn't want to be out when it was super crowded Sunday. I was actually our first real date night since before the babies were born if you can believe it! We have done some low key things since, but nothing fancy! On Saturday we had a family day. It was pretty windy so we headed to the aquarium in Monterey. The babies loved it! As you may know Patrick and I love water and used to do a lot of Scuba diving so we were right at home. We spent the whole day there and had a blast. On Sunday, we headed to have brunch with Patrick's family to celebrate all the moms. The babies loved hanging with their cousins and all the attention they got! We went home for afternoon naps and then headed to my parents house for a BBQ dinner. The weather was amazing and we had so much fun there too. It was an awesome real first mother's day for me. Its crazy to think that last year I was still pregnant. Although we still celebrated it didn't feel quite as real. I am so grateful for my little munchkins!!

Last weekend and week Patrick had a ton of work to do for a case so he was pretty busy. My mom was over to help a lot and we spent a lot of time at the local park. The triplets have been really into actually playing at the playground now.

Also last week, the preschool that my brother and sister in laws kids preschool had a few days off because the teacher was sick as well as a lot of the kids. So we spent a lot of time with them and the cousins!

This weekend should be another low key weekend for Memorial day. We will probably spend time with the family and just relax!

The babies have been loving swimming lessons and are making so much progress! I am so excited for the summer! They all love the water and are all confident to go under the water!

They turn 11 months on Monday and I can't believe it! We are starting to plan their 1st birthday party and I can't get over how much they have grown and how quickly the time has flown!

10 Months Old!!

We have had a very busy month! What's new! The babies are growing and getting so big! They are really becoming toddlers and aren't our little babies anymore. Their first Easter was great and we spent time with both Patrick and I's families. This month we have signed them up for baby swim lessons! They have been to two classes so far and seem to love it! We are basically the whole class, there are only 2 other babies and both of them were only there for one class so far. Patrick and I take them with usually one of our parents since each baby needs an adult. It has been so much fun! We are getting ready for a busy summer and have a lot of things planned. Its starting to warm up quite a bit besides the last bit of rain which is awesome for getting out and about. We really can't keep them inside too long anymore, they need to get out! We have settled into a good routine now and everyone is happy!

Declan

He is still such a sweetheart and so laid back. He is usually very calm until his brother gets on his nerve.  He is still climbing everything and loves to be on his feet. He comes up to us a lot and pulls up on whatever furniture is nearby and just watches. He follows his siblings around everywhere but also love to sneak off and see how far he gets (Its not far by the way)! He still has four teeth and has figured out how to wave!

Weight and Length: No idea on weights, we won't have another appointment until they turn 1!

Eating: He nurses 5 times a day and eats 3 solid meals a day as well.

Sleep: He sleeps from 8pm to 7am still and naps almost always 2 hours twice a day. He has completely dropped a third cat nap.

Clothes Sizes: Mostly 12 month size except for a select few outfits. We are slowly transitioning into all 12 month.

Favorite Things: Baths, climbing on everything, being outside, music, sneaking out of the play area.

Least Favorite Things: Diaper changes still are a struggle and he really doesn't when he can't get to things.

Milestones: Pulling up, cruising, climbing, and waving!

Owen

He is our clown still and has become quite the little flirt. He was the first to figure out waving and now waves and smiles at everyone he sees! He definitely isn't shy! He is very active and is always cruising or climbing on everything. He is a little leader and tries to get his brother and sister to follow him or just laugh at him. He always needs attention! He also has just 4 teeth.

Weight and Length: No idea on weights, we won't have another appointment until they turn 1!

Eating: He nurses 5 times a day and eats 3 solid meals a day as well. He is the only one that may nurse another time.

Sleep: He sleeps from 8pm to 7am still and naps almost always 2 hours twice a day. He has completely dropped a third cat nap.

Clothes Sizes: Mostly 12 month size except for a select few outfits. We are slowly transitioning into all 12 month.

Favorite Things: Baths, climbing on everything, being outside, music, sneaking out of the play area.

Least Favorite Things: Diaper changes still are a struggle and he really doesn't when he can't get to things.

Milestones: Pulling up, cruising, climbing, and waving!

Evelyn

Look and those blues! Evelyn is a sweetie but all girl and all drama. Everything is always a big ordeal for her. She loves her Daddy and loves to explore and try to lead her brothers (although Owen isn't always easy to control)! She has caught up to them in mobility and now is just as quick. She loves to find mischief and get into things. She has 4 teeth now too! Also, her hair is growing a ton!

Weight and Length: No idea on weights, we won't have another appointment until they turn 1!

Eating: She nurses 5 times a day and eats 3 solid meals a day as well.

Sleep: She sleeps from 8pm to 7am usually and naps usually around 2 hours. She also has dropped the third cat nap.

Clothes Sizes: Mostly 12 month size except for a select few outfits. We are slowly transitioning into all 12 month.

Favorite Things: Baths, climbing on everything, being outside, exploring, books, swinging.

Least Favorite Things: She doesn't like to be trapped and she still has a weird thing about socks!

Milestones: Pulling up, cruising, climbing, and waving!

9 Months Old!!

Sorry this post has taken so long! We have been very busy lately! We made it back from Ireland (I will do a detailed post on our return travel day... it was not fun) and had an amazing time! Towards the end of the trip we started having some teething, sleep issues and are still struggling with it. Now im thinking it's more of sleep regression/ growth spurts/ teething all at once! They have started waking in the middle of the night and not napping as well so our days have been long. I think we see the light at the end of the tunnel though. Fingers crossed.

Other than that, the babies are doing great! They are getting so big and are changing so much! Their first birthday is getting way too close! Evelyn has now been mobile for a while and they all are getting into everything. Patrick and I have slowly been trying to baby proof and set up some more defined spaces for them. If anyone has any recommendations let me know! All of the gate things seem so small for three babies!

Anyways lets get on to the updates...

Declan

Declan is such a sweetie and usually very calm and chill but he is slowly becoming much more assertive when he wants things. He is very much on the move (as you can see in the pictures) and loves pulling up on anything. He is still our best cuddle monster and loves to be held. He has cut a few more teeth and now has 4! Two on top and 2 on bottom.

Weight and Length: 20 pounds 3 ounces and 28.5 inches

Eating: Nursing about 5 times a day still and eats solids at breakfast and dinner and usually another snack mid-day.

Sleep: He is a great sleeper and sleeps from 8pm-7am still (besides this little regression). He takes two 1.5-2 hour naps a day. He has basically dropped the third catnap unless we are in the car.

Clothes Sizes: 9 and 12 month clothes. We are switching to 12 month pajamas and most of the outfits fit, but so does most of the 9 month stuff.

Favorite Things: Bath time, being outside, going for walks, books, music, and climbing.

Least Favorite Things: Still doesn't like diaper changes but is getting better. He likes the car seat now as we have switched to the convertibles and he loves sitting up more. He doesn't like being confined and when we "trap" them in the living room.

Milestones: Pulling up on everything, and climbing!

Owen

Owen is our charmer and clown. He loves to laugh and is always either very smiley or screaming for attention. He is our dare devil and loves to climb things now (you can see above how he figured out how to get on top of the shelf and has tried to climb the dishwasher too)! He never stops moving! He also has the same 4 teeth and more are coming!

Weight and Length: 20 pounds 5 ounces and 28.5 inches

Eating: Nursing about 5 times a day still but usually wants a few more minutes here and there and eats solids at breakfast and dinner and usually another snack mid-day.

Sleep: He also goes to sleep at 8pm and is usually up around 6:30am. We usually get some cuddle time in then until the other two wake. He naps for about 1.5 hours (maybe closer to 2) a day. He also will nap if he's really tired in the car.

Clothes Sizes: 9 and 12 month clothes. We are switching to 12 month pajamas and most of the outfits fit, but so does most of the 9 month stuff.

Favorite Things: Bath time, being outside, going for walks, books, jumping, laughing, exploring, and climbing.

Least Favorite Things: Still doesn't like diaper changes but is getting better. He doesn't like to be confined either and hates it if we aren't in the area with him. He wants to be with everyone!

Milestones: Pulling up on everything, and climbing!

Evelyn

Evelyn is still quite the daddy's girl and very much a drama queen. She doesn't let her brother's take over! She has learned to crawl and is always exploring. She is a little leader with her brothers and taking them all over the house! She has also figured out how to climb (she figured out our makeshift block to the fireplace in Ireland quick!). She still has just the 2 teeth but her top 2 teeth are so close to cutting through.

Weight and Length: 19 pounds 8 ounces and 28 inches

Eating: Nursing about 5 times a day still and eats solids at breakfast and dinner and usually another snack mid-day.

Sleep: She also is a great sleeper and sleeps from 8pm-7am. She naps twice a day for 1.5-2 hours and possibly another if we are in the car.

Clothes Sizes: 9 and 12 month clothes. She is basically in all 9 months still except for pajamas.

Favorite Things: Bath time, being outside, going for walks, exploring, swinging, books, getting into things she's not supposed to, when daddy comes home.

Least Favorite Things: She doesn't like being by herself or being confined. Diaper changes are better now with her. She also hates socks. Whenever we put them on she rips them right off!

Milestones: Pulling up on everything, and climbing!