Seven years after the reality show “Sweet Home Sextuplets” offered an intimate glimpse into the Waldrop family’s life, the cameras may have stopped rolling, but the story of Courtney and Eric Waldrop and their nine children continues to unfold. The couple, who met in eighth grade and married in 2004, always dreamed of a large family. After their first son, Saylor, arrived in 2008, followed by twins Wales and Bridge in 2012 (after fertility treatments and heartbreaking miscarriages), their lives dramatically changed in 2017 with the unexpected arrival of sextuplets. Courtney, a first-grade teacher and mother of three at the time, admitted she was “scared to death” upon learning she was carrying six babies, a high-risk pregnancy that ultimately resulted in the healthy, premature birth of Blu, Layke, Tag, Rawlings, Rayne, and Rivers.

The birth of the sextuplets transformed the Waldrops from a family of five to a family of eleven, quickly capturing public attention. TLC’s “Sweet Home Sextuplets” documented their daily lives, offering viewers an intimate look at the logistical challenges and joyful chaos of raising nine young children. Despite the sudden fame, Eric and Courtney maintained that their goal was not celebrity but to share their blessings and faith. The show also highlighted the unwavering strength of their marriage and the immense community support they received, from fundraising efforts by neighbors to hands-on help from friends and family, enabling them to navigate the early years of their supersized family.

Today, the Waldrop children have grown into a vibrant and dynamic group, each developing their own distinct personalities and interests. The three girls of the sextuplets—Rawlings, Rayne, and Rivers, now seven years old—have embraced dance, recently performing in their fourth dance recital. Meanwhile, the three boys—Blu, Layke, and Tag—have taken to baseball, joining their older brothers on the field and developing both skills and confidence. Their seventh birthday in February was celebrated with cupcakes and bright party decor, reflecting their continued growth and enjoyment of childhood milestones.

The older boys are also reaching significant milestones. Saylor, the eldest, celebrated his 16th birthday in December 2024, described by his parents as “an incredible boy” and a “great role model.” Twins Wales and Bridge turned 13 in January 2025, a milestone that highlights their inseparable bond and how much they resemble Courtney’s father and his twin brother. Family social media posts frequently showcase their growth, with comments from netizens marveling at how big they’ve become since the show aired, and noting details like the striking blue eyes of two of the sextuplets.

From busy baseball fields to lively dance recitals and teenage milestones, the Waldrop kids continue to flourish, grounded in the love and faith that have defined their extraordinary journey. The family’s public sharing of their lives, initially on television and now through social media, continues to resonate with fans who have watched them grow from tiny newborns into a lively, tight-knit group, symbolizing resilience, family strength, and the enduring power of community support.