Cousins Born Hours Apart in Hospital Rooms Just Feet Away: A Unique Family Milestone

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LAWTON, Okla. — In a heartwarming twist of fate, two newborn cousins made their grand entrance into the world mere hours apart and just a room away from each other at Comanche County Memorial Hospital.

Olivia and Tazzlynn Petro, born on the same day, found themselves in neighboring delivery rooms, separated by just a wall. Their arrival marked a rare and joyous coincidence, with their families celebrating this unique bond from the very beginning.

Andrew Petro, father of Olivia, noted the proximity with a touch of humor: "Their delivery room was right across the wall from mine. I could knock on the wall and be like, ‘Hey, y’all doing OK in there?’"

Tazzlynn’s mother, Mikaela Petro, marveled at the experience. “It was definitely unique,” she said. “We had my cousin watching her monitor while my brother-in-law kept an eye on mine. It was a neat process, getting to see each other’s births unfold.”

Stephanie Duncan, Olivia’s mother, shared her excitement about the shared experience. “It’s something special for our family,” she said. “It doesn’t happen often, so we’re thrilled to share this moment.”

Grandmother Lynn Petro is equally enthusiastic, envisioning a close bond between the two girls. “It’ll be like sisters,” she said. “We’re a close-knit family, and sharing the same birthday will only strengthen that.”

Adding to the family’s story, the Petro brothers revealed that all their children, including themselves, were born at the same hospital—though Andrew’s arrival was notably unconventional, having been born in the parking lot.

This extraordinary family milestone will undoubtedly be cherished for years to come, as Olivia and Tazzlynn grow up sharing not just a family, but a unique birthday story.