Jonathan and Mercedes Sandhu welcomed identical quadruplets – Hannah, Rebecca, Lucy, and Petra – earlier this month in Houston. The couple, who had only two children last year, now have doubled their family size just in time for Mother’s Day. The pregnancy was high-risk due to the shared placenta and the rare occurrence of identical quadruplets. The quadruplets are currently in the neonatal intensive care unit but are expected to go home later this summer.
Mercedes’ pregnancy was filled with shock and disbelief when she first saw four fetuses on the ultrasound. The couple’s colleagues were also skeptical at first due to Jonathan’s reputation as a prankster. The pregnancy was emotionally challenging due to the potential health risks associated with carrying quadruplets. However, Mercedes gave birth to the babies via caesarian section at 29 weeks without any complications.
Mercedes described her pregnancy as similar to her previous ones, just with a larger belly and increased appetite. She felt the movements of all four babies at once, making their presence known in her belly. The couple, who initially planned for a total of five children, is now coming to terms with the unexpected addition of four more. The Sandhu’s Instagram account offers insights into their life with quadruplets.
Overall, the Sandhu family is excited to raise their four new daughters and embark on this next chapter of their lives, despite the initial shock and fear associated with the high-risk pregnancy. The rare occurrence of identical quadruplets has captured the attention of many, highlighting the unique and challenging journey the family has experienced.
Photo credit
www.usatoday.com