Friday, February 26
Thursday, February 25
Too Much...?
Yup. Too much! I've gained too much weight over the past 3 weeks according to my OB.
I know weight is a taboo subject, but I'm going to talk about it anyway. It's been a huge issue for me with this pregnancy, and it's imperative that I gain enough (but not too much) to help reduce my chances for preterm labor/delivery!
Just to recap things here:
I lost 10 lbs by 10 weeks.
I didn't gain much of anything for the 4 weeks following.
I finally caught up to my pre-pregnancy weight (where the doctor starts counting) at about 16 weeks.
I put on about 16 lbs over the next 9 weeks.
The American Pregnancy Association recommends (with twins) 4-6 lbs during the first trimester (I lost 10) and 1 and 1/2 pounds per week during the second (19-22lbs) and third trimester (13-19lbs), totaling between 35-45 pounds.
That means by 28 weeks I should have gained approximately 28 lbs. I'm at 25 lbs.
But over the past 3 weeks (weeks 25-28), I gained 9 whole pounds!
Too much too fast apparently. I was just making up for lost time, eating high carb high fat foods quite proudly! But if I keep that up, I could potentially gain 24 more pounds over the next 8 weeks. Ummm....no!
So I've been instructed to go on a low carb plan. Cut anything white in half portions: bread, potatoes, noodles, etc.
Kinda ironic after what we've been through isn't it!?!
Babies heart rates were perfect: 150 and 156. I actually measured 33 weeks, but that's in comparison to a singleton pregnancy. I kept saying I felt like I was 8 months pregnant...and that proves it!
So, all in all, great report. I'll cut down on those carbs; but to be honest with all of you, I'm pretty proud of that 9 pounds. :)
And because I really don't like doing posts without pictures as much, here's a picture of another variety. In copying my friend Kitty (who's about 3 weeks ahead of me pregnant with twin boys), here's the fruit of the week: Chinese cabbage, which weighs approximately 2 and 1/4 lbs and is about 15 inches long, the same as each baby.
And if you're really interested (and care to see more than I'm willing to post), here's a picture of what the girls should look like. I'll go ahead and tell you that I'm hoping Baby A is still head down, but I'm pretty sure Baby B is still transverse. I guess we'll find out in 4 weeks at our next ultrasound for sure!
Happy Thursday! :)
I know weight is a taboo subject, but I'm going to talk about it anyway. It's been a huge issue for me with this pregnancy, and it's imperative that I gain enough (but not too much) to help reduce my chances for preterm labor/delivery!
Just to recap things here:
I lost 10 lbs by 10 weeks.
I didn't gain much of anything for the 4 weeks following.
I finally caught up to my pre-pregnancy weight (where the doctor starts counting) at about 16 weeks.
I put on about 16 lbs over the next 9 weeks.
The American Pregnancy Association recommends (with twins) 4-6 lbs during the first trimester (I lost 10) and 1 and 1/2 pounds per week during the second (19-22lbs) and third trimester (13-19lbs), totaling between 35-45 pounds.
That means by 28 weeks I should have gained approximately 28 lbs. I'm at 25 lbs.
But over the past 3 weeks (weeks 25-28), I gained 9 whole pounds!
Too much too fast apparently. I was just making up for lost time, eating high carb high fat foods quite proudly! But if I keep that up, I could potentially gain 24 more pounds over the next 8 weeks. Ummm....no!
So I've been instructed to go on a low carb plan. Cut anything white in half portions: bread, potatoes, noodles, etc.
Kinda ironic after what we've been through isn't it!?!
Babies heart rates were perfect: 150 and 156. I actually measured 33 weeks, but that's in comparison to a singleton pregnancy. I kept saying I felt like I was 8 months pregnant...and that proves it!
So, all in all, great report. I'll cut down on those carbs; but to be honest with all of you, I'm pretty proud of that 9 pounds. :)
And because I really don't like doing posts without pictures as much, here's a picture of another variety. In copying my friend Kitty (who's about 3 weeks ahead of me pregnant with twin boys), here's the fruit of the week: Chinese cabbage, which weighs approximately 2 and 1/4 lbs and is about 15 inches long, the same as each baby.
Happy Thursday! :)
Tuesday, February 23
one. two. THREE!
Addie has a music (still known around here as meeky) CD with Ring Around the Rosy (known as Ashes Ashes by her) on it. After singing the song, a voice on the CD says: Ring around you. Ring around me. Everybody jumps up when I count to three. One, two... and Addie always yells THREEEEEE!
That's how I feel right now...like yelling the number THREE.
Three people. THREE!
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With every step we take in preparation for these little ones arrival, it becomes more of a reality to me.
Bedding...for two.
Cribs...for two.
Car seats...for two.
Matchy matchy outfits or coordinating outfits...for THREE!
Lord willing, we will bring home two healthy infants. Addie will have two little sisters. There will be two itty bitty tiny babies to love and nurture and cherish. Our family will go from having one child to THREE...
As much of a worrier as I've always been and as easy as I could become overwhelmed, God has granted us this amazing peace throughout this pregnancy...even over the bumps and hills and mountains we've faced and crossed. It's not something that words can explain, you know, because it's that peace that surpasses all understanding!
Yesterday was a huge benchmark for this pregnancy: 28 weeks. I've been eying this date on my calendar, longing for it in fact. Twenty-four weeks was the first goal. And these last 4 weeks have flown by. Before we know it, we'll be 32 weeks and then, hopefully, 36 weeks. Part of me wants to push the pause button and the other part of me wants to hit fast forward! Thankfully, I can do neither!
So I'm trying to cherish these moments when my back doesn't hurt and I can actually take a deep breath, when I don't feel like a baby is going to pop out at any moment due to the pressure, and when I have even an ounce of energy.
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I watched Addie as we walked into music class yesterday. This baby isn't even a toddler now...she's a little girl. She loves to snuggle. She just sits in my lap or next to me sometimes for way longer than any almost 2 year old sits still. She tells me she loves me without me even telling her first. She tells me what she's done at MMO and who she's played with. She loves her friends and loves to be outside. She reads her books by finishing the sentences we're reading to her. She sleeps in a big girl bed and goes to sleep on her own! She talks about wanting the babies to be born right now so she can hold them. She calls them by name and calls them her sisters.
(oh...and a side note: she can scream louder and with a higher pitch than any human being i know. She often chooses to do this at the most inopportune times, like when I'm checking out in a store and can't do a thing to stop her. She hates leaving anywhere she's having fun and doesn't hesitate to express that. She can turn into a wailing rag doll heaped on the floor in seconds. She's deliberately testing limits right and left. She can cut her eyes at me like a 13 year old who's about to roll them. She's, without a doubt, a strong willed child. )
And I love every stinking ounce of her!
When I picked her up from Mother's Morning Out today, she was walking around the room loving on a baby doll. We are praying this transfers and minimizes her transition to having two baby sisters!
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Well...since I'm feeling good and wearing black, I took a quick 28 week 1 day belly shot. I'm not posting it here, but you can click here to see it. I'm just not big on belly shots/maternity pictures. I don't know why. I don't mind snapshots of me with others or something like that, just nothing formal and focused on my belly! I love looking at them of other people, but I just don't really think I want them taken (or really just published) of myself. Just me. :) But I have a few friends who I can't see in person who keep begging for one...so there you have it!
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I'm off to finish planning Addieboos 2 year old birthday party. I'm frantically trying to get a top smocked for her because I refuse to let that kind of thing go just because I'm pregnant! You know...all the while I'm sitting on the bed with my feet propped up resting...
Thankful...indescribably thankful!
That's how I feel right now...like yelling the number THREE.
Three people. THREE!
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With every step we take in preparation for these little ones arrival, it becomes more of a reality to me.
Bedding...for two.
Cribs...for two.
Car seats...for two.
Matchy matchy outfits or coordinating outfits...for THREE!
Lord willing, we will bring home two healthy infants. Addie will have two little sisters. There will be two itty bitty tiny babies to love and nurture and cherish. Our family will go from having one child to THREE...
As much of a worrier as I've always been and as easy as I could become overwhelmed, God has granted us this amazing peace throughout this pregnancy...even over the bumps and hills and mountains we've faced and crossed. It's not something that words can explain, you know, because it's that peace that surpasses all understanding!
Yesterday was a huge benchmark for this pregnancy: 28 weeks. I've been eying this date on my calendar, longing for it in fact. Twenty-four weeks was the first goal. And these last 4 weeks have flown by. Before we know it, we'll be 32 weeks and then, hopefully, 36 weeks. Part of me wants to push the pause button and the other part of me wants to hit fast forward! Thankfully, I can do neither!
So I'm trying to cherish these moments when my back doesn't hurt and I can actually take a deep breath, when I don't feel like a baby is going to pop out at any moment due to the pressure, and when I have even an ounce of energy.
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I watched Addie as we walked into music class yesterday. This baby isn't even a toddler now...she's a little girl. She loves to snuggle. She just sits in my lap or next to me sometimes for way longer than any almost 2 year old sits still. She tells me she loves me without me even telling her first. She tells me what she's done at MMO and who she's played with. She loves her friends and loves to be outside. She reads her books by finishing the sentences we're reading to her. She sleeps in a big girl bed and goes to sleep on her own! She talks about wanting the babies to be born right now so she can hold them. She calls them by name and calls them her sisters.
(oh...and a side note: she can scream louder and with a higher pitch than any human being i know. She often chooses to do this at the most inopportune times, like when I'm checking out in a store and can't do a thing to stop her. She hates leaving anywhere she's having fun and doesn't hesitate to express that. She can turn into a wailing rag doll heaped on the floor in seconds. She's deliberately testing limits right and left. She can cut her eyes at me like a 13 year old who's about to roll them. She's, without a doubt, a strong willed child. )
And I love every stinking ounce of her!
When I picked her up from Mother's Morning Out today, she was walking around the room loving on a baby doll. We are praying this transfers and minimizes her transition to having two baby sisters!
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Well...since I'm feeling good and wearing black, I took a quick 28 week 1 day belly shot. I'm not posting it here, but you can click here to see it. I'm just not big on belly shots/maternity pictures. I don't know why. I don't mind snapshots of me with others or something like that, just nothing formal and focused on my belly! I love looking at them of other people, but I just don't really think I want them taken (or really just published) of myself. Just me. :) But I have a few friends who I can't see in person who keep begging for one...so there you have it!
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I'm off to finish planning Addieboos 2 year old birthday party. I'm frantically trying to get a top smocked for her because I refuse to let that kind of thing go just because I'm pregnant! You know...all the while I'm sitting on the bed with my feet propped up resting...
Thankful...indescribably thankful!
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:7
Monday, February 22
A Snowy Surprise...Pictures Finally
As I already posted on my other blog, we just don't get snow this far south. Our extremes tend to come in mid-summer when we have 120 degree heat index with 100% humidity. Have you ever tried to breathe in that? But not this day! This was early morning, before the ground was completely covered in several inches!
I am thankful Audrey Kate and Anne Perry were snuggled together in utero for this freezing weather but will be, Lord willing, healthy, happy and several months out of utero when our heat index climbs to its highest!
Addie wasn't quite sure she wanted to be outside walking in the snow at first. In fact, she ran out of it!
But that didn't last long!
After a while, she started picking it up and just chunking it!
She even decided that she'd try to eat some...
...but either it was too cold or didn't have enough flavor!
I had to post this picture because to me, it was a me look. Eyebrows raised a little, hand out, clearly telling something what to do. I don't often (ever) think Addie looks like me...but here she was at least giving one of my looks :)
She had so much fun that it was virtually impossible for me to catch her eyes. I finally got her to at least look at me here!
But as you can see, Kat had to be the one to pick her up and drag her back inside because she was throwing such a tantrum! Check out that arched back! Now imagine the screams!
She might end up being a little snow bunny after all...
Thursday, February 18
Be Back Soon...
I came down with a stomach bug on Wednesday. Paul had one this past weekend. Two weeks ago, I had a serious sinus infection. The week before that, Addie had a terrible cold and pink eye. The weekend before that, Paul and I both had a stomach virus.
Me, Paul, Addie, Paul, Me...notice the pattern. It's complete! I don't want it to continue or start over!
Before a month ago, we had all been well since my surgery (and Paul's first of 3 stomach bugs right after my surgery).
I told my mom the other day that our house fell apart from October of '08 to the summer of '09.
I had major emergency surgery in October of '09 and here we are sick again. I'm hoping our health valley will only be a semi-fiscal year and end now instead of this summer.
So although I have posts almost completed, they are going to have to wait until I'm back on my feet again.
Paul's dad and Gail are coming this weekend. After painting with Margaret two weekends ago, we hope to finish hanging shades and valences this weekend; and I'll take/post pictures of the girl's rooms soon. Maybe I can manage a belly picture in there for all of you begging to see! For now, these snow pictures will have to tide you over.
Happy Weekend!
Me, Paul, Addie, Paul, Me...notice the pattern. It's complete! I don't want it to continue or start over!
Before a month ago, we had all been well since my surgery (and Paul's first of 3 stomach bugs right after my surgery).
I told my mom the other day that our house fell apart from October of '08 to the summer of '09.
I had major emergency surgery in October of '09 and here we are sick again. I'm hoping our health valley will only be a semi-fiscal year and end now instead of this summer.
So although I have posts almost completed, they are going to have to wait until I'm back on my feet again.
Paul's dad and Gail are coming this weekend. After painting with Margaret two weekends ago, we hope to finish hanging shades and valences this weekend; and I'll take/post pictures of the girl's rooms soon. Maybe I can manage a belly picture in there for all of you begging to see! For now, these snow pictures will have to tide you over.
Happy Weekend!
Monday, February 15
Playdates, Coloring, and Meltdowns
I think I'm going to do my post backwards...in time, that is.
Well since we didn't have Kindermusik today because of the holiday, we all went for a play date at Thomas' house. His mama was so sweet to have us all over! The kids played and the mama's got to visit, and we ate some yummy treats.
There were 3 little boys and 3 little girls, all of which are sweet children, so it was perfect! All of a sudden Addie came and asked me to "help". So I followed her into Thomas' room only to discover that she needed help pulling the chair out so she could sit...and color. Well, considering their house is on the market, I kept a close eye on my "colorer" to make sure she focused on the paper and not the bedroom walls!
Of course I left my camera at home, but Anna (Thomas' mama) grabbed this sweet shot of Audrey, Thomas, and Addie coloring. Addie is about 6 months younger than Audrey and Thomas, but she sure didn't shy away from coloring with them!
Another family had to leave early, and Addie burst into tears thinking we were leaving too! That wasn't the only time Addie melted down. When it was time to leave, she threw an extra dramatic fit, laying herself down on their foyer rug while I got things together. Anna's sweet husband (who we found out later was actually my mom's favorite radiation tech when she was going through treatment) was home for lunch and picked Addie up to love on her. I smiled and said we had two more of those on the way, and I'm pretty sure I got a sympathetic look! It was nothing her lovie, paci, and a 2 hour nap couldn't cure!
Being two is so hard. But I hear being three is even harder. {{sigh}}
Well since we didn't have Kindermusik today because of the holiday, we all went for a play date at Thomas' house. His mama was so sweet to have us all over! The kids played and the mama's got to visit, and we ate some yummy treats.
There were 3 little boys and 3 little girls, all of which are sweet children, so it was perfect! All of a sudden Addie came and asked me to "help". So I followed her into Thomas' room only to discover that she needed help pulling the chair out so she could sit...and color. Well, considering their house is on the market, I kept a close eye on my "colorer" to make sure she focused on the paper and not the bedroom walls!
Of course I left my camera at home, but Anna (Thomas' mama) grabbed this sweet shot of Audrey, Thomas, and Addie coloring. Addie is about 6 months younger than Audrey and Thomas, but she sure didn't shy away from coloring with them!
(I think she's telling Thomas what to do here...)
Another family had to leave early, and Addie burst into tears thinking we were leaving too! That wasn't the only time Addie melted down. When it was time to leave, she threw an extra dramatic fit, laying herself down on their foyer rug while I got things together. Anna's sweet husband (who we found out later was actually my mom's favorite radiation tech when she was going through treatment) was home for lunch and picked Addie up to love on her. I smiled and said we had two more of those on the way, and I'm pretty sure I got a sympathetic look! It was nothing her lovie, paci, and a 2 hour nap couldn't cure!
Being two is so hard. But I hear being three is even harder. {{sigh}}
Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow...
Matthew 6:34a
Not Me Monday!
This post is way overdue! Here are some things that have not happened over the past few weeks!
The cord to the alarm battery that powers our panels did not intentionally get cut and shoved into the wall while we were painting. Our alarm was not dead by the next morning. I did not have to call the alarm company to come and fix it. We're not looking at a minimum of a $90 service charge plus repairs!
I did not come home one day last week to find that one of the cats had chosen to use Addie's favorite chair (the purple Pottery Barn chair!) as a litter box! After investigating, the litter boxes were not dirtier than ever, thus preventing the cat from wanting to use them. It did not soak through the cover and into the foam padding. I was not so angry that I couldn't see straight. And I do not have an excuse not to touch the litter boxes because I'm pregnant. My husband did not come home from work to clean them out during his lunch break.
Addie was not crankier than ever the other morning. I could not figure out why and was getting a tad exasperated. Deciding we needed to get out of the house, I did not go to change her diaper only to find a horrible diaper accompanied by the reddest little bottom I've ever seen. After coating her in cream, we did not sit and cuddle because that's all she wanted to do! I did not feel like the worst mother ever, ever!
Addie does not think her letters on her wall say Addie Marie but instead Addie Am-rie.
I did not hammer a minimum of 42 holes in the freshly painted wall in the twin's room trying to hang their letters. I did not then decide to move both names to two completely differernt walls, requiring me to nail even more holes. My success rate was not (it was) significantly better on the 2nd go round though! I have not been filling in holes for days now.
I did not attempt to buy some pink fabric from a brand newly opened fabric store only to find that they had it in blue and green but no pink. As I'm trying to figure out where I can get it (Birmingham), the manager (a male) does not look at me and have enough nerve to ask if I'm "about to pop?" I mean, who asks that? I smiled kindly and said no, that I hoped not until April (really) as I was pregnant with twins... I am not already feeling huge enough!
I am not way behind on processing pictures, and I do not owe you pictures from a birthday party Addie attended, snow pictures, and most importantly pictures of all the girl's rooms!
And my favorite sayings of Addie's right now are not: "Happy to see you Addie!" "It's okay!" "Kiss it please!" "Mommy fix/get it." and "Happy Birthday KatKat/DiDi/Jace/RieRie!"
I am sure there are plenty more things that did not happen over the past few weeks, but they can wait until next time!
I hope that you DO have a wonderful week!
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
I Corinthians 13: 4-8a
Thursday, February 11
Really?
A little history: we bought a matching crib (for a great deal) the beginning of October for the twin's room. Both of our cribs were recalled a month later; but a piece can be installed to make them safe, so we kept it (plus they wouldn't take it back). It sat in the guest room (now the twin's room) for close to 4 months because, well, we had a few things going on...like unexpected surgery!
So a few weeks ago when we started putting the girl's room together, we pulled out the 2nd crib. There was a dent in the mattress board (where the mattress sits) but not too bad. Then Paul started pulling pieces out. There was a dent here, scratch there, and what looked liked gnaw marks on the edge of the railing. I was not a happy pregnant woman! The scratches weren't terrible but just annoying that we'd paid for a new crib and gotten this.
So the mother lion came out in me, and I kindly wrote the company. Their return policy said that if we wouldn't just accept parts that we'd have to pay to return the whole thing. I. Don't. Think. So. And I told them that, nicely.
They write back, horrified at the condition of the crib (it's really not that bad but still), and immediately agreed to ship us a new one and take back at no cost (or let us keep) the old one. I was ok with that but went ahead and asked if we could just get a partial refund. They would only offer us 20% of the price we paid. Not enough.
That was 2 weeks ago. I got an email at the end of last week saying the shipment had been delayed. And then yesterday, I got an email that our crib had been completely discontinued. And...
...that we 1.) could keep the current crib and 2.) would be refunded the full amount of our purchase!
Really?
I can handle a few dents and scratches here and there. Now it just matches Addie's old one.
And completely for free...really! What an incredible blessing, and I honestly believe another gift from God!
So a few weeks ago when we started putting the girl's room together, we pulled out the 2nd crib. There was a dent in the mattress board (where the mattress sits) but not too bad. Then Paul started pulling pieces out. There was a dent here, scratch there, and what looked liked gnaw marks on the edge of the railing. I was not a happy pregnant woman! The scratches weren't terrible but just annoying that we'd paid for a new crib and gotten this.
So the mother lion came out in me, and I kindly wrote the company. Their return policy said that if we wouldn't just accept parts that we'd have to pay to return the whole thing. I. Don't. Think. So. And I told them that, nicely.
They write back, horrified at the condition of the crib (it's really not that bad but still), and immediately agreed to ship us a new one and take back at no cost (or let us keep) the old one. I was ok with that but went ahead and asked if we could just get a partial refund. They would only offer us 20% of the price we paid. Not enough.
That was 2 weeks ago. I got an email at the end of last week saying the shipment had been delayed. And then yesterday, I got an email that our crib had been completely discontinued. And...
...that we 1.) could keep the current crib and 2.) would be refunded the full amount of our purchase!
Really?
I can handle a few dents and scratches here and there. Now it just matches Addie's old one.
And completely for free...really! What an incredible blessing, and I honestly believe another gift from God!
Wednesday, February 10
Saturday, February 6
Under 100
Have you noticed that we have under 100 days to go? Not that it's an exact science nor that twins follow the 40 weeks general delivery date...but that little counter over there is under 100!
But before we even hit under 100 days, we've completed a few things on our checklist:
But before we even hit under 100 days, we've completed a few things on our checklist:
- Addie's new bed, comforter and sheets...check.
- Addie's dresser: paint and get/put on drawer knobs...check.
- order shades for Addie's room and valences and shades for the twins room...check.
- recover valence for Addie's room...check.
- paint, cover, and attach ribbon to letters for Addie and girls (full names...29 total letters)...check.
- bedding for the twin's room...check.
- make mobiles...check.
- put 0-6 month clothes in closet and drawers...check.
- paint Addie's and twin's room...check (this weekend thanks to Paul's mom! pictures to come!)
- arrange the twin's room...check.
- find a reasonable rug for the twin's room...check.
- put together Addie's bookcase and figure out how to fit everything in her tiny room...check.
- wait for and assemble a replacement crib...long story
- hang valences, shades and mobiles
- bring Addie's kitchen from my mom's where it's hiding
- hang pictures, letters, etc on walls in both rooms
- take pictures!!!!
Friday, February 5
Thursday, February 4
25 Week Ultrasound
Well bottom line, the girls are doing great! That's what matters. They are measuring perfectly and Baby A weighs 1lb 10oz and baby B weighs 1lb 11oz. We could not ask for anything more! Praise God!
But our ultrasound tech today had a lot to be desired. She was curt and short with us, something our other two techs have never been. They always took the time to let us see the girls, watch them move, ooo and ah over them, find fingers and toes, make sure they were still girls, everything. This one took measurements faster than I've ever seen and jumped to the next screen! We were back there for less than 10 minutes.
There was one point where she was measuring one of the girls heads and there was something moving on the screen. We all piped up and said...is that a hand/arm or a foot/leg? Whatever was there was literally on the screen for 5-8 seconds, plenty of time to make it out if you knew what you were looking at. She just sat there like we were crazy and then was like, oh, i don't know and it's gone now and kept going.
Therefore, I have not a single good picture to show you! They were hardly readable and the ones that were showed half a head and the heart or something completely random like that. I was so disappointed, as Paul's mom got to come with us today. We did get to hear the little heartbeats and watch the very quick measurements be done, but it made me sad that she didn't get to see what we've been able to see in the past.
I got weighed again and have gained 16lbs from my prepregnancy weight. The doctors won't count it, but I've technically gained 24lbs from the weight I was after I lost so much right before and after surgery. They may not count it...but I do! So, I guess I'm just "all baby" as they say. I still feel like I look like I did when I was 8 months pregnant with Addie, and I'm outgrowing clothes by the day. My doctor is very pleased with the growth and measurement of the girls. Therefore, I will keep eating and keep eating and keep eating!
Our number one prayer is for these babies to go full term. (remember, full term for twins is 36-37 weeks). That puts us mid to the end of April. As of today, Baby A is head down face up and in the delivery position. This is what we'd have to have in order for me to even attempt a traditional delivery. But that's all in God's hands. A lot can (and will) change from now to then, and we know that God has it all worked out perfectly.
Stay tuned for a sweet Flashback Friday and pictures of Addie and the little girl's newly painted rooms soon! Have a great weekend!
But our ultrasound tech today had a lot to be desired. She was curt and short with us, something our other two techs have never been. They always took the time to let us see the girls, watch them move, ooo and ah over them, find fingers and toes, make sure they were still girls, everything. This one took measurements faster than I've ever seen and jumped to the next screen! We were back there for less than 10 minutes.
There was one point where she was measuring one of the girls heads and there was something moving on the screen. We all piped up and said...is that a hand/arm or a foot/leg? Whatever was there was literally on the screen for 5-8 seconds, plenty of time to make it out if you knew what you were looking at. She just sat there like we were crazy and then was like, oh, i don't know and it's gone now and kept going.
Therefore, I have not a single good picture to show you! They were hardly readable and the ones that were showed half a head and the heart or something completely random like that. I was so disappointed, as Paul's mom got to come with us today. We did get to hear the little heartbeats and watch the very quick measurements be done, but it made me sad that she didn't get to see what we've been able to see in the past.
I got weighed again and have gained 16lbs from my prepregnancy weight. The doctors won't count it, but I've technically gained 24lbs from the weight I was after I lost so much right before and after surgery. They may not count it...but I do! So, I guess I'm just "all baby" as they say. I still feel like I look like I did when I was 8 months pregnant with Addie, and I'm outgrowing clothes by the day. My doctor is very pleased with the growth and measurement of the girls. Therefore, I will keep eating and keep eating and keep eating!
Our number one prayer is for these babies to go full term. (remember, full term for twins is 36-37 weeks). That puts us mid to the end of April. As of today, Baby A is head down face up and in the delivery position. This is what we'd have to have in order for me to even attempt a traditional delivery. But that's all in God's hands. A lot can (and will) change from now to then, and we know that God has it all worked out perfectly.
Stay tuned for a sweet Flashback Friday and pictures of Addie and the little girl's newly painted rooms soon! Have a great weekend!
Wednesday, February 3
Mid-Week Musings...
We were late to MMO yesterday for 2 reasons:
1.) Addie wanted to cuddle and I sure wasn't about to rush her. It was precious and sweet and I 'm so thankful for that time with her. It is quickly fleeting.
2.) I jumped out of the shower to a too quiet room only to find Addie dumping out the 2nd half of an entire bottle of gatorade in her lap on the floor that I was so looking forward to drinking after my shower. How she got the top off, I'll never know!
The girl's (all 3 of them) valences and shades came today. They are beautiful, and I'm eternally grateful to my mom for helping us have them made.
I was 25 weeks on Monday. I wrote a whole post last week on making it to 24 weeks and never published it. Bottom line: I continue to thank God for His faithfulness throughout this pregnancy, every bit of it being orchestrated by His hand. We have an ultrasound on Thursday, and I can't wait to see these girls again.
I had a much needed girl's night Monday with 5 other friends from high school. We're all completely different than we were almost 15 years ago and yet the same, but it's so refreshing to reconnect with Godly, encouraging friends!
I have either a terrible cold or a sinus infection. Can't breath. Coughing. And I've almost completely lost my voice. Miserable. But...I'm not throwing up, and I couldn't be more thankful!
Fuzz the cat just grabbed one of Addie's toy spoons and carried it down the hall making the strangest crying sound. She acts like such a dog. Weird cat.
My aunt is coming today with an entire car/trunk load of bigger maternity clothes, baby gear, and some baby clothes all from a cousin. My aunt has this way of finding out a need and working magic to meet it. Really.
Paul's mom is coming Thursday to see the ultrasound with us and then staying for a visit and to paint the girl's rooms. I'm worried it's going to be too much for us to complete, but then again, she can work (speedy) magic with paint!
Addie thinks in days of the week now, at least for the first 4. RieRie church Sunday. Sara Monday. Deborah Tuesday. Cady Wednesday. Kindermusik with Ms. Sara is on Mondays. MMO with Ms. Deborah is on Tuesdays. Cady comes to spend the afternoon with us Wednesdays.
Three nights of success in a big girl bed...answer to prayer. Waking up to Addie walking in our room in the morning, sneezing, and saying "Bless you Addie" at 6:30am...a little early but precious.
And that was officially the most random post I've ever written...but I'm ok with that!
1.) Addie wanted to cuddle and I sure wasn't about to rush her. It was precious and sweet and I 'm so thankful for that time with her. It is quickly fleeting.
2.) I jumped out of the shower to a too quiet room only to find Addie dumping out the 2nd half of an entire bottle of gatorade in her lap on the floor that I was so looking forward to drinking after my shower. How she got the top off, I'll never know!
The girl's (all 3 of them) valences and shades came today. They are beautiful, and I'm eternally grateful to my mom for helping us have them made.
I was 25 weeks on Monday. I wrote a whole post last week on making it to 24 weeks and never published it. Bottom line: I continue to thank God for His faithfulness throughout this pregnancy, every bit of it being orchestrated by His hand. We have an ultrasound on Thursday, and I can't wait to see these girls again.
I had a much needed girl's night Monday with 5 other friends from high school. We're all completely different than we were almost 15 years ago and yet the same, but it's so refreshing to reconnect with Godly, encouraging friends!
I have either a terrible cold or a sinus infection. Can't breath. Coughing. And I've almost completely lost my voice. Miserable. But...I'm not throwing up, and I couldn't be more thankful!
Fuzz the cat just grabbed one of Addie's toy spoons and carried it down the hall making the strangest crying sound. She acts like such a dog. Weird cat.
My aunt is coming today with an entire car/trunk load of bigger maternity clothes, baby gear, and some baby clothes all from a cousin. My aunt has this way of finding out a need and working magic to meet it. Really.
Paul's mom is coming Thursday to see the ultrasound with us and then staying for a visit and to paint the girl's rooms. I'm worried it's going to be too much for us to complete, but then again, she can work (speedy) magic with paint!
Addie thinks in days of the week now, at least for the first 4. RieRie church Sunday. Sara Monday. Deborah Tuesday. Cady Wednesday. Kindermusik with Ms. Sara is on Mondays. MMO with Ms. Deborah is on Tuesdays. Cady comes to spend the afternoon with us Wednesdays.
Three nights of success in a big girl bed...answer to prayer. Waking up to Addie walking in our room in the morning, sneezing, and saying "Bless you Addie" at 6:30am...a little early but precious.
And that was officially the most random post I've ever written...but I'm ok with that!
Praise be to the LORD God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds. Psalm 72:18
Tuesday, February 2
Our Girl's Names...Finally!
Ok. So I had no idea that I'd make so many people "mad" by just posting the girls initials! It was Wordless Wednesday! I even got emails and texts and comments all about how "mean" I was for not putting the names at the bottom of the post! :)
Clearly, I know no one was mad; and I'm certain that you don't think I'm mean. I was really planning on waiting until we did our ultrasound on Thursday before posting the names. You know, so I would have updated pictures to go along with them!
But without further teasing or drama, I'll share the names; considering I heard Addie talking about one of them by name earlier today! In fact, I'll let her share them with you!
We aren't planning to decide which baby will be named what until they are born, although I have an idea who is who. (whom is whom?)
And just in case you couldn't understand 22 and 1/2 month old speak, here are the actual names:
Name 1: Audrey Kathryn
Explanation: No, we are not fascinated with the Hepburns, but we loved the two names together. With Addie, we chose one family name and one new name. Sara (Kathryn) and Kathryn are dear friends of our family. Although they are named for my great aunt, we are naming one of the babies after them. Since they are considered family, that's our family name. And Audrey...we just loved it.
Name 2: Anne Perry
Explanation: Perry was my great grandmother's maiden name. We've always thought it was a beautiful name. We had not originally planned to do two "A" names, but after realizing we'd have one "A" name, Paul got to thinking about others. So after exploring a million "A" names, we landed on Anne to go with Perry.
So what will we call them?
Audrey Kate and Anne Perry
Yes, we're going with double names and so excited about it!
So there they are..our girls!
Clearly, I know no one was mad; and I'm certain that you don't think I'm mean. I was really planning on waiting until we did our ultrasound on Thursday before posting the names. You know, so I would have updated pictures to go along with them!
But without further teasing or drama, I'll share the names; considering I heard Addie talking about one of them by name earlier today! In fact, I'll let her share them with you!
We aren't planning to decide which baby will be named what until they are born, although I have an idea who is who. (whom is whom?)
And just in case you couldn't understand 22 and 1/2 month old speak, here are the actual names:
Name 1: Audrey Kathryn
Explanation: No, we are not fascinated with the Hepburns, but we loved the two names together. With Addie, we chose one family name and one new name. Sara (Kathryn) and Kathryn are dear friends of our family. Although they are named for my great aunt, we are naming one of the babies after them. Since they are considered family, that's our family name. And Audrey...we just loved it.
Name 2: Anne Perry
Explanation: Perry was my great grandmother's maiden name. We've always thought it was a beautiful name. We had not originally planned to do two "A" names, but after realizing we'd have one "A" name, Paul got to thinking about others. So after exploring a million "A" names, we landed on Anne to go with Perry.
So what will we call them?
Audrey Kate and Anne Perry
Yes, we're going with double names and so excited about it!
So there they are..our girls!
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I couldn't resist posting this video too. This is the 1st video i took of Addie. The video cut off before she said "bye ya'll" but it was her facial expressions and how she said the names that just cracked me up. So here's our "outtake"!
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