Thursday, August 27, 2009

Welcome Andrew Scott and Samantha Elaine



On Wednesday the 19th, I went to Pocatello for a check up and 5 hours later we had two little babies. Andrew was 19 inches and 5 lbs. 11 oz. and was born at 6:23 p.m. Samantha was 18 1/2 in. and 5 lbs 6 oz. and was born at 6:27 p.m. Sammy had to spend a few hours in the NICU because she wasn't able to keep her lungs inflated and was having a tough time transitioning. But she bounced back amazingly and we were able to have her back to us in next to no time.




All of my siblings were in town for my younger brother Brian's wedding, and everyone was going to be staying at our house for a few days. Which actually still worked out great because I have awesome sisters, and Travis was wonderful. Although the twins definitely came earlier than we were hoping, it was great to have them when a lot of our family was here to see them.


My sister Deb has been here for a few days and I wish I could keep her forever. She has been cooking and cleaning like a crazy person, and anything else she thinks she needs to do. I don't know what we would have done this week without her. And Connor has been so great with "his girl and his boy." We thought he would have a tough time, but overall he just loves to see the twins and sit as close to them as we will let him. He has had both pink eye and a major ear infection this week. But the twins are so lucky to have such a great older brother to keep a close eye on them.






I'm constantly amazed at how tiny they are, and we just spend so much time just staring at them. They are gaining weight, although quite slowly, and we are figuring things out together. We want to thank everyone for all of the love, gifts, and congratulations.

12 comments:

Jut and Char said...

I am so proud of you little sister (and you truly are "little" again). I love you!! Give those three little ones a kiss for me. I wish I was there.
Char

Coming soon.... said...

Congrats!! They are so cute and I'm amazed how big they both were especially since they were early. Awesome! Good luck with everything!

Alicia said...

I'm glad that Connor is adjusting so well! They're beautiful, Rachel! Congrats again!

Tom said...

Congrats! It seems that you are transitioning well. I am glad you had help . . . especially help with cleaning and cooking! It was fun to hear your story and I am glad that Sammy recovered well and you were able to take her home!

Melissa

Aubrey and Chris said...

Congrats Rachel!! They are both absolutely beautiful. I can't beleive how good you looked after just having twins. You must feel so blessed. Good luck with everything!

Amanda said...

Hey rachel! My mom told me you had the babies...yay! congrats they are adorable. I hope its not weird that I blog stalked you:) your more than welcome to visit my blog anytime...it moser-familyof3.blogspot.com. CONGRATS again!!!

~jan said...

Amanda told me she had blog stalked and I decided to follow in her footsteps. I am happy for you and Travis. Your little angels are adorable!! Connor looks so big next to them. I am so glad you have had help from your supportive family. What would we ever do without our loved ones? God bless your cute family - Jan Christensen

Spilletts said...

congrats you guys they are both gorgeous. Mama you look dang good!!

Denise said...

Hey supermommy! I am so glad everything went well for you and the babies. What a healthy looking crew! Sounds like you were well taken care of for a while. We miss having you guys closer. Wish you all the best, keep in touch!

Walk Family said...

They are so cute!! I am so glad that Sammy recovered so well and that Conner is enjoying being a big brother!!

The Suttons said...

Congratulations!!! That is so awesome! They are adorable!

Skylette said...

They are both so beautiful! Quite the happy family! ;)