These photos are simply enchanting! Recently, news broke of two “star-crossed” infants, Juliet and Romeo, born just hours apart in the same hospital—what are the odds? While the idea of rival families may be a stretch (we admit to embellishing), it certainly adds a whimsical touch to their tale.
We’d estimate the chance of this adorable coincidence at about one in twelve zillion. Their parents recognized the uniqueness of the situation and quickly arranged a charming photoshoot for the tiny duo just days after their arrival. We can only hope this is the first of many, as we’re rooting for this delightful pair!
Background of the Star-Crossed Babies
Before diving into the heartwarming images, let’s explore a bit of their background. According to ABC News, their names were selected months before they were born, making their story even more captivating. Imagine if the name choices had been influenced by conversations in the hospital waiting room—what a different narrative that would have been!
Juliet’s mom, Sarah Thompson, revealed that her daughter’s name was inspired by a character from a TV show. “We were looking for a name that started with ‘J’ to match our son’s name, Jack. While watching ‘Psych,’ we fell in love with the character named Jules,” she shared.
Meanwhile, Romeo’s parents, Lisa and Tom Rivera, also decided on his name ahead of time. “Interestingly, we didn’t choose Romeo because of Shakespeare. We named him after our favorite singer, Romeo Santos,” Lisa explained.
It’s safe to say both families are in for an unexpected adventure. We secretly hope they consider changing their last names to Capulet and Montague for fun. For now, let’s take a moment to appreciate the overwhelming cuteness captured in these photos.
Oh my goodness! The cuteness is almost unbearable. Cassie Clayshulte, the talented photographer behind these precious moments, initially captured the newborns in the hospital and later conducted their joint photoshoot. “We’ve already joked that I’ll photograph their wedding and engagement if they decide to tie the knot,” she said.
Absolutely, we’re all in favor of that happening! Clayshulte told Home Insemination Kit that she had this idea in mind since their first hospital photos, though she was concerned about how to depict a newborn Romeo and Juliet without it seeming a bit grim due to the story’s tragic end.
She crafted props and outfits to create a Shakespearean atmosphere for the shoot. “The book was from my collection, and I pulled together a lace romper and floral crown for Juliet, while Romeo wore a cute brown romper with a gold crown I made for him,” she noted. The result is simply adorable!
The parents revealed plans for a Shakespeare-themed first birthday party, hinting that this could mark the start of a beautiful friendship rather than an ongoing family feud. Fingers crossed they share photos from the celebration; we can’t get enough of this charming duo!
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In summary, this whimsical tale of Romeo and Juliet babies has captivated hearts everywhere, and their adorable photoshoot is just the beginning of a story we hope continues to unfold beautifully.