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Sometimes miracles come in pairs! On Mother’s Day 2023, we saw the first ultrasound photos of our twin girls with a very special bond – they have two big hearts but share one body! Our conjoined twins are growing stronger every day; supported by the love from their parents, two excited sisters, and grandparents and family eager to meet them when they join the world!
It is important for my husband and I to give these beautiful girls all the love in the world; and a chance to live great lives! While it was daunting when we learned that they were conjoined from the liver to the bladder, our local doctors referred us to the world-class experts at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. To check on the twins’ health, our first appointment in July 2023 was a detailed ultrasound of our girls’ bodies, from two beautiful heads to twenty fingers and twenty toes, to determine how intertwined their little bodies were. The expert doctors explained that our daughters share a liver, some GI organs, and a bladder. Our girls are facing towards each other – we think this is so they can share hugs and be strong for one another as they grow! We know that they know we are all cheering them on, every single day!
In this last month before delivery, we have had to relocate to be close to the hospital, moving almost two hours away from home. Appointments at CHOP to track the twins’ progress have gone from twice a month to weekly, and the twins are now well over 3.5 lbs each! We’ve tried to make the relocation to Philly an adventure for our exuberant toddler and school-age daughter. They are both eager to meet their new sisters, and share sisterly love, hugs and laughter!
Your support and prayers mean more to our family than you all can ever realize. This has been a roller coaster of emotions for my husband and I. I grew up in Central Pennsylvania, earning a college degree from Shippensburg University in criminal justice. I have grown that passion into a career to serve our community and protect everyday people like ourselves from fraud. My husband, Braedon, grew up playing little league baseball in Fredericksburg, Virginia, before moving to the Harrisburg-Hershey area. Braedon earned his business degree while contributing to the success of the Central Penn College baseball team, where he was honored as USCAA Academic All American. Knowing that our extended family, friends, and the greater community is cheering for our beautiful twins means more than I can convey. Thank you for all for sharing your kindness, hope and prayers with our family.
We cannot wait to meet our two beautiful flowers that are growing on the same stem!
A Miracle is Coming: Lilly & Lucy's Journey to Separation
High spirits abound as we countdown to the separation surgery of Lilly & Lucy this month! Our little blessings unite an extraordinary community of family, caregivers, world-class doctors and prayer-filled strangers from near and far, to stand in awe of the courageous spirit, unbridled wonder, and babbling laughter that Lilly and Lucy bring to the world.
The next major step in the twins’ courageous journey starts with their 30 day preparation for separation! The expert medical team at CHOP has been carefully planning the precision surgery to finally give each twin their individual bodies! The girls endured a multi-hour MRI in May, followed by tests, ultrasounds, measurements, lifting, and studying to make sure the staff has well-orchestrated game plan for separation.
The road to separation has been challenging for Lilly & Lucy's parents and their older sisters. Balancing the demands of caring for conjoined twins while also meeting the needs of their other children has been no easy feat. With the compassionate sanctuary of the Ronald McDonald House in Philly, Mom has been able to spend more than half the week working during the day and then heading to CHOP to babble with the twins, feed them their first solid foods, change their single diaper, and watch them wind down with heavy eyelids as they float off to sleep with sweet dreams. Their sisters get to come into CHOP on special weekends, and Lilly and Lucy are always excited to see their big sisters with giant smiles and arms outreached.
The twins have been resilient through viruses, teething, and having to lay down much of the day. When the girls get to ride sitting-up in the wagon, they are super-excited and wide-eyed taking in the entire world around them. We know it’s time the girls were able to crawl, walk and run on their own! Lucy taught herself how to pull herself up and try to crawl – only slowed down by her sister, and little speed-bump, Lilly. Now we know the twins are ready to explore the world hand-in-hand, without a bodily tether.
We're ready to support Lilly & Lucy on this incredible journey and help them reach their full potential. Let's come together as a community to cheer them on and be part of their miracle!
2023 has been a year of both challenges and triumphs for Lilly and Lucy. Like many other children, the twins faced a tough battle with RSV in December, but thanks to the exceptional care of the CHOP medical team, they not only recovered but transitioned to a regular pediatric care room just before Christmas. This past week, the family received even more amazing news: the CHOP team is planning their separation! While there are still several months of planning and growth ahead, this anticipation fills us with excitement for their individual growth and independence.
Beyond the medical milestones, there have been moments of pure joy. Mom Kayla will never forget the first time she saw Lily's radiant smile, a glimpse into her blossoming personality and progress. Even the slightest interactions, like their wide eyes and sweet baby squeaks in response to Mom's voice, speak volumes about their connection and incredible development. Seeing Mom holding down the fort at CHOP, while Dad lovingly tends to their older sisters, showcases the true strength and unwavering dedication of their family unit.
Through it all, the Thomas family remains incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share their story of hope, resilience, and love. They stand as a testament to the power of family, medical expertise, and the inherent fighting spirit of these two remarkable little girls.
Lilly & Lucy Thomas were born on November 9, 2023 at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The twins get to hug each other every day - being conjoined at the abdomen. Mom and Dad are learning a lot about the twins, with the help of the wonderful medical care team at CHOP. The girls each have their own medical team (making sure they don't confuse Lilly with Lucy!). We are excited to learn more about the girls - they are stretching and squeaking and being babies! Welcome to the world!
Check out our album below for pictures of the girls!
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Wishing you guys the best!
From your Linkbank - Delmarva Region Family!
Angel Hill
Best wishes as the girls develop ti a full life!
Joyce Gerstenlauer
Hugs and Love, Lilly and Lucy!
Cindy Graham
The twins Uncle Bill shared your story with me and it has pulled at my heartstrings ever since. We are praying for healing, recovery, strength and peace for your family. May God bless you this Holiday Season!
Heidi and Jerry Boyd
Lilly & Lucy, you are such a blessing to this world. Keep growing stronger and stronger! All praise to Him!
Jessica Gehman
God bless.
Alex Dinh
Hugs and prayers to your family!!
Anonymous
My wife and I are send out our best wishes and hopes for a speedy recovery! We are friends of Dennis & Bernadine Wasiczko.
gary sparago
Hugs to the girls & the family for their new future! ❤️
Joyce Gerstenlauer
Hearing the girls story reminds me to to still believe in miracles.
Kim Basch
Sending lots of love and prayers!
Barbara Irwin
Thinking of you all, prayers for strength and healing after surgery.
Horton Tiffanie
Lucy & Lilly Thomas
Michele Carey
I will be praying four lily and lucy.
Dona Meyer
Praying for the family, babies and doctors.
Shirley Coblentz
Praying for your little angels:-)
Victoria Young
Praying for you and the girls
Charles Webster
We will be praying for Lucy and Lilly and your entire family.
Bill and Eileen White
Love and prayers from all the Gelbaughs ❤️
Ami Gelbaugh
Many prayers for you Lily and Lucy...May God continue his grace upon your lives...
Anonymous
God Bless the girl's
James Framo
Best wishes with your beautiful famiky! Thank you Fox 29 for sharing their story!
Lisa Xavier
We saw you on Fox 29! You and your family are gorgeous. Sending love and support.
Harley & Quinn
Thank you for brining these beautiful angels into the world.
God bless you
Tom McCloskey
Praying for these adorable little girls and their family.
Rachelle Melms
Sending our love too!
Harley & Quinn Rodenbaugh
God bless your beautiful twins!
Elvin Urrutia
From Jon and AJ - friends of Nikki and Harrison. Best wishes!
Jon Bell
God bless !
Michelle Scala
Congratulations on your new little girls Lily and Lucy! Susan & Paul ❤️❤️
Paul Myers
Congratulations on the birth of lucy and Lilly. May you be blessed with strengthi’m and support from family, friends and community.
Lisa Foer
congratulations for the birth of Lily and Lucy. May your family be blessed with strength and support from family, friends and community.
lisa and cj foer
Prayers for Lilly and Lucy during their long journey and to mom and dad that God will help and support them throughout. Olivia Hafner
Olivia Hafner
We admire your strength that will get you, your twins, and your family to start strong. You are not alone, with much love, Mr. & Mrs. W.
Bernadine and Dennis Wasiczko
First Fundraiser completed at our Community Yard Sale! $191 raised from the sale -- a big THANK YOU to all who visited, shopped, or took a flyer! Great to meet kind people in our community!
Please continue to follow our family\'s campaign to help the Thomas Twins start strong!
Grateful Thomas Family - Jeff & Linda
Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live
Note in memo:
In honor of Lilly and Lucy Thomas
Mail to:
Help Hope Live
2 Radnor Corporate Center
Suite 100
100 Matsonford Road
Radnor, PA 19087
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