Families with triplets celebrated at Mother’s Day event
A third baby is the charm for these seven Long Island families.
Each year, mothers of triplets and their families come together at NYU Winthrop Hospital in Mineola for a Mother’s Day celebration in multiples. On Friday, seven families swapped tips and experiences, as the kids — 21 triplets who were delivered at the hospital and their siblings — enjoyed cake and goody bags.
From carrying cases of juice boxes to buying color-coded outfits, seven mothers told Newsday how they make it work with multiples and why they wouldn’t change a thing.
Mariebelle Abelarde, of New Hyde Park, poses with her triplet sons, Liam Abelarde (left), Nathaniel Abelarde, and Vincent Abelarde, all 8, at NYU Winthrop Hospital in Mineola Friday. Credit: Jessica Rotkiewicz
Keri Witt, Wantagh
Triplets Julia, James and Michael, age nearly 5 months
Keri Witt, a teacher, and her husband, James, were expecting their first child when they found out they would get three at once.
So far, Witt, 38, said she’s relied on help from family and a night nurse to help manage the babies. It’s not often she gets time for herself, but when she does it’s for a brief shower or nap.
“People ask us how crazy it is and if we get any sleep,” Witt said. “They’re just really great babies.”
