All five Buffalo quintuplets home after months in hospital

The final two quintuplets are home from Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo, reuniting all five siblings for the first time since their birth in December.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:49pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph shot through condensation or rain-streaked glass, composed of a warm, glowing domestic scene that captures the intimate, joyful atmosphere of a family welcoming home their quintuplets.The Lottbrein family celebrates the long-awaited homecoming of their quintuplets, marking a new chapter of love and community support.Buffalo Today

The Lottbrein family in Buffalo, New York, is celebrating after welcoming home all five of their newborn quintuplets from the hospital. The final two babies, Connor and Mason, were recently discharged from Golisano Children's Hospital, marking the first time the entire family has been together at home. Quintuplets are extremely rare, occurring in only a tiny fraction of pregnancies, and this is believed to be just the second set of quintuplets born in Buffalo's history.

Why it matters

The safe delivery and homecoming of all five quintuplets is a remarkable achievement that required months of careful planning and collaboration between medical teams. It represents a joyous milestone for the Lottbrein family and highlights the advancements in neonatal care that have made such rare multiple births possible.

The details

The quintuplets, born just before Christmas in Buffalo, experienced some setbacks during their time in the neonatal intensive care unit at Golisano Children's Hospital. However, the babies continued to power through their care, and the final two, Connor and Mason, were recently discharged, allowing the entire family to be together at home for the first time.

  • The quintuplets were born in mid-December 2025.
  • The final two babies, Connor and Mason, were recently discharged from Golisano Children's Hospital.

The players

Jessica Lottbrein

The mother of the quintuplets.

Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo

The hospital where the quintuplets were cared for and ultimately discharged from.

West Herr

The company that donated a brand-new three-row Suburban to the Lottbrein family to help with transportation.

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What they’re saying

“One of the main questions we got asked during the entire pregnancy is how are you gonna cart them around, and with you stepping in and giving us the Suburban, it eased a huge burden off of us, and we're just so appreciative.”

— Jessica Lottbrein, Mother of the quintuplets

What’s next

The Lottbrein family will continue to adjust to life at home with their five newborns, receiving support from the community as they navigate the challenges of caring for quintuplets.

The takeaway

The homecoming of the Lottbrein quintuplets is a heartwarming story that highlights the remarkable advancements in neonatal care and the power of community support. It serves as an inspiration for families facing similar challenges and a testament to the resilience and determination of the Lottbrein family.