#nicugrads

[crackiehatesfeet]

Hi! I’m Leah. I’ve been taking a big break since brain surgery last year. I’ve been spending time making art and settling into my unexpectedly fashionable asymmetrical undercut. . My fraternal twin boys are 6 years old (in the first grade) and constantly running this #oldMom in circles. But that surprises no one. . When I’m not otherwise occupied, I’m building and making things that I love to share. . And tonight, like most nights of the week, we try and be outside as much as possible. My heat-loving-self always resists being outside in the winter, but a roaring fire and the kids playing in the yard make my heart happy. . We are a multigenerational/multi-family home and I’m very appreciative of my bff and my folks being such a integral part of my kiddo’s childhood. . Fort Birthday started out as a simple project that has grown, but we stick to our basic principles that everyone is welcome in Fort Birthday and it is a safe space for all. . I hold dearly to the idea that Hate has No Home Here, Black Lives Matter, Love is Love, Water is Life, science is Real, ALL bodies are Beautiful, and being your authentic self is critical. . Oh, and I was a #dogMom first. We’ve been sharing our lives since April with a wonderful pair of Poodle Mixes, Benji and Brady. They are wonderful fluffy knuckleheads who we are honored to be their second home. . Tag me in your Nerd things. I love seeing people’s enthusiasm and creativity around their various fandoms. (I’m Stars, both Wars and Trek. 😂) . I love any kind of well made scripted TV or movies. But I’m fairly sci-fi partial. I always love to hear what other people are enjoying. . Happy Friday from the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland. I hope as we ramp up to the holiday season I find you all happy and healthy. . Sincerely, Leah #momOfTwins #marylandMom #NicuGrads #DIYMom #makersgonnamake #intro #RIPTwitter (at Talbot County, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClIDbdirltv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[crackiehatesfeet]

The serious business of getting some ice cream while your brother naps off his summertime cold outside. . Meanwhile I’m covered head to toe in double layers bc the doxycycline for my finger thingy makes my skin feel flayed by the sun. . The loving nature of wanting to be close to each other when they don’t feel well always surprises me because they are so high conflict when they aren’t sick. . Hope everyone’s week is off to a great start. #1000hrsOutside #twinbrothers #nicugrads #lifeafternicu #momOfTwins #twinMom #oldMom #TwinBond (at Talbot County, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfC0tkfgsXE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[crackiehatesfeet]

Real life morning. . I refuse to hate screen time because it gives them the opportunity to bond over something they won’t fight over. . Give me all your “helping twins manage sibling relationships” advice. I need help. . . . #twinBrothers #screenTime #twins #nicuGrads #twinBoys #twinMom #MomOfTwins #oldMom #marylandMom #kindergarteners #tVForKids #mornings #safurdayMorningCartoons @nuggetcomfort (at Talbot County, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ1vXQzLyaK/?utm_medium=tumblr

[barbitabor]

UPDATE: the girls are finally home! Well, they've been home for about a week now. A little late with the update, but I'm a busy mom now 😉 We spent 45 days in the NICU - 30 days in SF, then transferred to SR for 15 more days. It has been a tough month and half, but every moment, even the hard ones that no one likes to talk about, has been amazing. My babes are finally home and my heart is full 🥰 And I just want to, again, say how grateful I am to everyone that has supported and helped us through this tough time. Thank you thank you thank you and we love you all ❤❤❤ #nicugrads #nicumom #twinmom #happy #home #love (at Home Sweet Home) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZpRSd4p2FX/?utm_medium=tumblr

[misstiffany6778]

#tbt A few days after they came home from the NICU. Not quite three weeks old yet. #thewondertwins #theadventuresofautumnandharper #nicugrads https://www.instagram.com/p/B_VpSb9DGcn/?igshid=1d5nnmrvoruuz

[misstiffany6778]

My contribution to #tbt. These pictures were actually taken on their due date. #thewondertwins #theadventuresofautumnandharper #nicugrads https://www.instagram.com/p/B96af6WDUSh/?igshid=sobmbo7jfixk

[misstiffany6778]

am a few days late, but it is so hard to believe these beauties are 8 months old already. They have so much personality. They wake up laughing and talking to each other. #thewondertwins #theadventuresofautumnandharper #AutyPooandHipHopHarper #nicugrads https://www.instagram.com/p/B8pic_LDzhj/?igshid=1wzkim7cavdt0

[misstiffany6778]

My current favorite picture of twins 👭🏽 #thewondertwins #theadventuresofautumnandharper #nicugrads https://www.instagram.com/p/B8FhaCwj2Nh/?igshid=wgdbyfzc4xjt