We made it!!! 28 weeks and counting; let's hope for a few more weeks now! I have been counting down to this day for so long, it feels odd that it has actually arrived. I am relieved, but know that we aren't out of the woods yet. I have still been feeling pretty good lately, although it is getting more difficult to move around. It is especially tricky to get off the couch and roll over or get out of bed during the night. I usually end up having a contraction after moving, so I am trying to move without using my abdominal muscles (which is pretty tough-try it)! Since taking more Prilosec my acid reflux has calmed down a bit, thank goodness! After a night time episode my throat is sore though. Hopefully I won't have any permanent damage from it!
While I am so happy that we are at 28 weeks, I wasn't able to enjoy it as much as I had hoped. As most of you know, I am on bed rest and not able to work. Currently I am receiving a paycheck, but I don't have too many paid days off. So, I am stressing out about certain issues concerning extra paid time off that my workplace has and how to qualify for that benefit. Along with that, I am worrying about how we are going to pay our bills when my paid time runs out. We made the mistake of calling one of our credit card companies to see if we could lower our interest rate and told them our situation, including that we might have a difficult time paying that bill in a few months. Keep in mind we haven't used that card in over 6 months and have been paying more than the minimum on time for quite a long time (I was one of those stupid college kids who signed up for a credit card on campus and used it way too much for way too long). So, they said there was nothing they could do to help us except waive the $15 fee they charge to talk to someone about issues. Later in the day, I was trying to figure out a budget and signed on to check the interest rate of that card and noticed that they lowered out credit limit to within a few hundred dollars of what we owed. I called this morning and asked about the situation and the man basically told me that they did that because they considered us a risk-nevermind all the payments we make! I was not happy and after a few more comments back and forth I told him we wanted to close the account because I didn't want to do business with a company that treats their long time customers like this. By the way, they didn't waive that fee either! I am so glad the government gave them money. Apparently they forgot that not so long ago they needed help themselves-so much for helping out the customer. So, needless to say, I had a few contractions this morning!
Sorry for that long vent-gotta get it out somewhere. Unfortunately, it looks like I will be returning to work at least part time, but more likely full time this year. While I miss being at school and working with students and staff, I really felt like it would be better for our family if I stayed home this year. It just doesn't seem possible at this time, especially with the financial needs of three babies looming over our heads. These are the times that I get most frustrated about both of us having student loans from college, along with car payments and credit card bills. We were able to defer 2 out of our 3 student loan payments (still working on that last one), and that will save us over $400 a month-that'll buy some diapers! So going back to keep us financially afloat is fine, but I have to be extra cautious about germs (kindergarten students are not known for their good hand washing skills). We are also going to be putting a strain on our families to help care for these babies, so I feel guilty about that too.
All in all, I can't wait to meet these little additions to our family, and I know everything will be alright (in the words of Bob Marley). I just hate not being able to plan everything out and see visually that we'll get through this. I guess I'll just have to believe in my heart that it'll work out.
Next appointment is Thursday! I am going to do everything in my power to not stress out tomorrow or Thursday morning-I know the stress can't be good for them in there. And we are now reaching for the mini-goal of 30 and big goal of 32 weeks. It does seem to be going a little faster now! We should meet our babies within about 7 weeks now! All this will be so worth it when we have them in our arms. Thanks for letting me vent-I feel better now!
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Cross another one off the list!
We had another appointment this morning and it went pretty well again (knock on wood). I was a bit worried because Brad did not park on the level I always park on in the parking garage-hey, can you blame me for being paranoid and wanting to avoid jinxing anything?! I honestly don't know how he puts up with me and my craziness sometimes!
The ultrasound tech first check all the fluid levels for the babies, and of course, she measured our twins as having levels in the 7 range. While I knew that was not correct, I have given up trying to convince them that baby C should be lower because baby B's pocket goes on top of C's. Our doctor always checks the levels for himself, so I usually just wait for him to tell us everything is good. I used to be able to tell if the levels were in the normal ranges by looking at the screen during the scan, but it is more difficult to tell now that the babies are bigger.
The tech also did Dopplers on the umbilical cords to make sure the flow was good. I thought it was going to be quick, like usual, because the babies were pretty calm during the fluid checks. Apparently, they decided it was play time though-everytime she had a cord in the view on the screen, he/she would move. So, the tech became good at chasing them around! I thought they would have worn themselves out on the way to our appointment because they were moving so much-I think they have started teaching each other karate moves in there! Brad was able to see my belly move and see kicks when he would look over! The cord flow was normal for everyone-yea!
Good fluid levels, good cord flow, on to the exam room for more checks! Well, my belly is now measuring a whopping 43 cm, which equates to 43 weeks! Yes folks, I am going for a record. I didn't really gain much weight though, so it seems the babies are taking everything and making my belly grow! The boys were hanging out on the left side today, so I look a bit lopsided!
Dr. K came in to check my cervix and go over everything. We were joking around and he decided to wait to make fun of me until after checking my cervix-I appreciated his professionalism! :) Cervix is still closed, so the lovely contractions still haven't changed anything-whew, hopefully that'll continue! I asked about the flu shot and mentioned that would prefer to not have the swine flu shot, mainly because I think they are trying to push it through a bit too fast and not fully test the impact of it. He said that the major medical organizations are recommending both shots, but that usually 1 in 5 women don't get flu shots. He didn't really answer my question, so next week I will ask if they will give me the regular flu shot there or if I have to get it somewhere else. My wicked acid reflux is back in full force, and he gave me the go ahead to keep taking Prilosec instead of stopping after the 2 week dose. Hopefully it'll work because I am sometimes afraid to eat at night, even though I am hungry because I don't want to wake up choking on stomach acid!
We set up more appointments and are now scheduled through mid October-33 weeks! I really hope we can make it that long! I am really looking forward to 28 weeks right now and then 32 weeks after that. I am looking forward to cooler weather, seeing leaves falling onto the ground, and seeing all the birds migrate south. All of these things mean we will be in a safer zone, ready to meet our babies!! In the meantime, we will be dealing with Brad's insurance (why don't they ever cover anything???), setting up things in the nursery and items for the downstairs, and writing thank you notes. Thanks for all your support and well wishes-we need all the help we can get right now to keep us all going!!
By the way, still can't find that darn spell check button, so I apologize for typos!!
The ultrasound tech first check all the fluid levels for the babies, and of course, she measured our twins as having levels in the 7 range. While I knew that was not correct, I have given up trying to convince them that baby C should be lower because baby B's pocket goes on top of C's. Our doctor always checks the levels for himself, so I usually just wait for him to tell us everything is good. I used to be able to tell if the levels were in the normal ranges by looking at the screen during the scan, but it is more difficult to tell now that the babies are bigger.
The tech also did Dopplers on the umbilical cords to make sure the flow was good. I thought it was going to be quick, like usual, because the babies were pretty calm during the fluid checks. Apparently, they decided it was play time though-everytime she had a cord in the view on the screen, he/she would move. So, the tech became good at chasing them around! I thought they would have worn themselves out on the way to our appointment because they were moving so much-I think they have started teaching each other karate moves in there! Brad was able to see my belly move and see kicks when he would look over! The cord flow was normal for everyone-yea!
Good fluid levels, good cord flow, on to the exam room for more checks! Well, my belly is now measuring a whopping 43 cm, which equates to 43 weeks! Yes folks, I am going for a record. I didn't really gain much weight though, so it seems the babies are taking everything and making my belly grow! The boys were hanging out on the left side today, so I look a bit lopsided!
Dr. K came in to check my cervix and go over everything. We were joking around and he decided to wait to make fun of me until after checking my cervix-I appreciated his professionalism! :) Cervix is still closed, so the lovely contractions still haven't changed anything-whew, hopefully that'll continue! I asked about the flu shot and mentioned that would prefer to not have the swine flu shot, mainly because I think they are trying to push it through a bit too fast and not fully test the impact of it. He said that the major medical organizations are recommending both shots, but that usually 1 in 5 women don't get flu shots. He didn't really answer my question, so next week I will ask if they will give me the regular flu shot there or if I have to get it somewhere else. My wicked acid reflux is back in full force, and he gave me the go ahead to keep taking Prilosec instead of stopping after the 2 week dose. Hopefully it'll work because I am sometimes afraid to eat at night, even though I am hungry because I don't want to wake up choking on stomach acid!
We set up more appointments and are now scheduled through mid October-33 weeks! I really hope we can make it that long! I am really looking forward to 28 weeks right now and then 32 weeks after that. I am looking forward to cooler weather, seeing leaves falling onto the ground, and seeing all the birds migrate south. All of these things mean we will be in a safer zone, ready to meet our babies!! In the meantime, we will be dealing with Brad's insurance (why don't they ever cover anything???), setting up things in the nursery and items for the downstairs, and writing thank you notes. Thanks for all your support and well wishes-we need all the help we can get right now to keep us all going!!
By the way, still can't find that darn spell check button, so I apologize for typos!!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
27 Weeks!
Okay folks, we are getting closer to our next goal!! One week until 28 weeks when viability jumps up over 90%! I can't wait to hit that goal, and then hopefully keep on going! While I am getting more uncomfortable with each passing day, I just keep thinking about how important it is for these babies to stay in as long as possible. I also keep reminding myself that this will be the only time that I am pregnant, so I am trying to enjoy every little kick and punch from our babies. Soon I will be able to share these little ones with our families and friends, but I think I will miss these moments I have with them now.
Our appointment is on Thursday this week, and the next few are also on Thursdays for those of you who check in on this blog on appointment days. I am hoping for more of the same-closed cervix, good fluid levels, etc. Luckily, this past week it seems my contractions are dropping off a bit (knock on wood), so hopefully that will continue for a bit so I won't worry as much.
The wonderful girls I work with at school threw a shower for me last week which was wonderful. It was nice to get out of the house and actually talk to people! I was definitely tired after, but had fun while I was there. We received a bunch of diapers, clothes, and gift cards, along with some other things. I now have more thank you cards to write, which will occupy my time for a bit. I can only write a few at a time because my hands hurt and my writing gets messy (which drives me nuts)!
I will update on Thursday with details, so think good thoughts for us please!
Our appointment is on Thursday this week, and the next few are also on Thursdays for those of you who check in on this blog on appointment days. I am hoping for more of the same-closed cervix, good fluid levels, etc. Luckily, this past week it seems my contractions are dropping off a bit (knock on wood), so hopefully that will continue for a bit so I won't worry as much.
The wonderful girls I work with at school threw a shower for me last week which was wonderful. It was nice to get out of the house and actually talk to people! I was definitely tired after, but had fun while I was there. We received a bunch of diapers, clothes, and gift cards, along with some other things. I now have more thank you cards to write, which will occupy my time for a bit. I can only write a few at a time because my hands hurt and my writing gets messy (which drives me nuts)!
I will update on Thursday with details, so think good thoughts for us please!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Another appointment down, one day closer to the goal!
I don't want to jinx anything, but we had another good appointment today. We first had a quick ultrasound to check fluid levels, which all seemed to be good. The tech first measured Baby C's level at 9.2-obviously she did not look for the membrane first! I said that Baby C is usually the one with the lowest level-around 4. She said, "Well, that's why we do more than one measurement, because the membrane is always moving." Good cover-I know the membrane is constantly moving, but not that much! So she found the membrane and measured it again in the 4 range. So, they all had decent fluid levels. She said that they all looked good and that I could get up. If there had been anything wrong, she would've gone and gotten Dr. K. Since everything was good ultrasound was over and to go wait for a nurse to call me. Okay.
Blood pressure is still good, "lost" 1/2 a pound (I blame it on the fact that I wore normal shoes last week and flip flops this week), and am measuring 41 weeks. I asked about my GD test and I passed! My level was 109 and they want it to be under 140 or you have to do the 3 hour test. Whew-I can keep eating my normal food! :)
Dr. K came in with his new associate who I assume is joining the whole practice. He seemed nice, but didn't say too much. He checked my cervix and it is still holding well. No more ultrasound measurements, which makes me nervous just because I like to know the actual numbers! Oh well, he has been doing this job for a while, so I suppose I should trust him! He said, "You know I want to check the fluid levels for myself, right?" I told him that I figured, but this tech never listens to me when I tell or ask her something. So, back to an ultrasound room! He told his associate that we were dealing with the toughest type of pregnancy-first triplets, then having a set of identicals in there (I would think that quads or higher would be tougher, but I suppose since those are more rare he left them out). He went on to show him the membranes-the thick one and the thin one separating the twins. He also pointed out the good bladders on both our boys; always a good sign!
I didn't get to ask my list of questions (I always have a list, my poor doctor!), since I was all gooped up on the table and my purse was across the room. We are keeping our next three appointments and he added Biophysical Profiles at our 29 week appointment on Sept. 24. So the next 2 will be fluid checks, cervical check, blood pressure, and weight. I am hoping we keep having these types of appointments-I like when they are uneventful!
We have less than 2 weeks now to the all important 28 weeks! I can't wait! I am so ready to be at that point, and then keep on going hopefully! I would like to get there without a hospital visit because of contractions, but I have a feeling it's coming soon. Last night I had 4 and then 3 (just under the wire), so we almost had to head out to be checked. I feel a little bit better knowing that my cervix is unchanged, but I should be worrying again by the weekend! I just have to make sure I am resting as much as possible. It helps that Brad's mom made a whole bunch of meals for him, so I don't feel bad not cooking for him! Thanks to my parents, Brad had gyros and homemade fries for dinner tonight. It's so nice that we have our families close by so they can help out!
Blood pressure is still good, "lost" 1/2 a pound (I blame it on the fact that I wore normal shoes last week and flip flops this week), and am measuring 41 weeks. I asked about my GD test and I passed! My level was 109 and they want it to be under 140 or you have to do the 3 hour test. Whew-I can keep eating my normal food! :)
Dr. K came in with his new associate who I assume is joining the whole practice. He seemed nice, but didn't say too much. He checked my cervix and it is still holding well. No more ultrasound measurements, which makes me nervous just because I like to know the actual numbers! Oh well, he has been doing this job for a while, so I suppose I should trust him! He said, "You know I want to check the fluid levels for myself, right?" I told him that I figured, but this tech never listens to me when I tell or ask her something. So, back to an ultrasound room! He told his associate that we were dealing with the toughest type of pregnancy-first triplets, then having a set of identicals in there (I would think that quads or higher would be tougher, but I suppose since those are more rare he left them out). He went on to show him the membranes-the thick one and the thin one separating the twins. He also pointed out the good bladders on both our boys; always a good sign!
I didn't get to ask my list of questions (I always have a list, my poor doctor!), since I was all gooped up on the table and my purse was across the room. We are keeping our next three appointments and he added Biophysical Profiles at our 29 week appointment on Sept. 24. So the next 2 will be fluid checks, cervical check, blood pressure, and weight. I am hoping we keep having these types of appointments-I like when they are uneventful!
We have less than 2 weeks now to the all important 28 weeks! I can't wait! I am so ready to be at that point, and then keep on going hopefully! I would like to get there without a hospital visit because of contractions, but I have a feeling it's coming soon. Last night I had 4 and then 3 (just under the wire), so we almost had to head out to be checked. I feel a little bit better knowing that my cervix is unchanged, but I should be worrying again by the weekend! I just have to make sure I am resting as much as possible. It helps that Brad's mom made a whole bunch of meals for him, so I don't feel bad not cooking for him! Thanks to my parents, Brad had gyros and homemade fries for dinner tonight. It's so nice that we have our families close by so they can help out!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Close, yet so far away
26 weeks today!!! Two weeks until the safer zone! I cannot wait for that day! The other day, Brad and I were talking about when we can start putting some of these things away (and *gasp* actually take things out of the packages they came in). I said anytime after September 15th would be fine, but in the back of my mind I was still a little worried. There are no guarantees in life, especially not with a triplet pregnancy. I just can't wait to start thinking about the future with these little ones and not be thinking what if. I think I will have to make myself a countdown chart today because we really are so close to where I want to be. 2 weeks to a little safer, 6 weeks until much safer, 9 weeks until the end! Really not so far, but it takes forever to get there! I really appreciate everything our families and friends have been doing for us while I am permenantly indenting the couch. They have been cleaning, cooking, and shopping for us, among other things. They have been great, but I am looking forward to the day I can do things for myself again. Sometimes I look around and think, "I can just clean that really fast, and then lay back down," but I am usually kicked by a little one right then! They are good at reminding me why I am doing all this-for them. This will come in handy for guilt trips when high school rolls around! :)
Tomorrow afternoon is our next appointment, yea! I have not heard about my GD test from last week, so hopefully that means I passed it. I am not sure what else they are doing-biophysical profile or non-stress test maybe. I am hoping he is going to measure my cervix too! Our little girl has been kicking down low the past couple days-it feels like she is trying to escape! They have been much more active the last few days, which is comforting. I would take constant kicking over quiet belly any day!
I have to turn in my computer on Thursday so my sub can use it while I am gone. My lifeline! My parents were thinking about buying a laptop in the future, so they are going to buy one now and let me use it until the babies come. They're awesome! We have a desktop, but it's in the basement-too many stairs! I know I won't really have much time to sit around and be on a laptop once the babies are here, so it'll work out nicely to borrow theirs for a couple months. They aren't sure when they will get it (it's out of stock), so I may not be able to update for a little while. I will definitely update tomorrow night though to fill everyone in on the appointment details. Fingers and toes crossed please!
Tomorrow afternoon is our next appointment, yea! I have not heard about my GD test from last week, so hopefully that means I passed it. I am not sure what else they are doing-biophysical profile or non-stress test maybe. I am hoping he is going to measure my cervix too! Our little girl has been kicking down low the past couple days-it feels like she is trying to escape! They have been much more active the last few days, which is comforting. I would take constant kicking over quiet belly any day!
I have to turn in my computer on Thursday so my sub can use it while I am gone. My lifeline! My parents were thinking about buying a laptop in the future, so they are going to buy one now and let me use it until the babies come. They're awesome! We have a desktop, but it's in the basement-too many stairs! I know I won't really have much time to sit around and be on a laptop once the babies are here, so it'll work out nicely to borrow theirs for a couple months. They aren't sure when they will get it (it's out of stock), so I may not be able to update for a little while. I will definitely update tomorrow night though to fill everyone in on the appointment details. Fingers and toes crossed please!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Good Job Babies-Keep It Up!!!
Today's appointment went pretty well, and it was a long one! I had to drink the super sweet orange drink for the gestational diabetes test as soon as I got there. It was so sweet it burned the back of my throat! I am hoping it comes back okay because I would really like to avoid the three hour test! Then a quick weight and blood pressure check. I gained a good amount of weight-yea! Not too many people are happy about gaining weight every week, but I know it's super important to pack it on now before I am unable to eat a lot. I did try to eat more this week and it was difficult, so I am sure as I grow it'll get worse. I did not ask about my fundal height, so I'll have to get that info next week. The nurse did say that she could see where they were all laying by looking at my belly-mostly on my left side. I guess that's why I haven't been feeling as much kicking in my upper right area!
We had to wait for a while before our ultrasound because earlier in the morning one of their machines was not working. Finally, they called us back. I always hold my breath when they scan over and check where all the babies are. I think it goes back to the beginning when you first start seeing the heartbeat-I am still looking for that heartbeat and movement. So our little girl is still hanging out on the bottom, but kind of tucked away in the bottom right corner now. Baby B is hanging out in the middle to left and Baby C is way over on my left side. I had to scoot over closer to the ultrasound tech when she did measurements for him because he was so far on that side. That explains all the kicking when I lay on my left side all day! Now for the details.
Baby A, our girl, weighs about 1 lb 15 oz. She was fairly cooperative during all the measurements, but was curled up a lot of the time. We saw her moving her eyeball around a few times and she opened her mouth-I see a trend here since she did that a couple times now!
Baby B, twin boy, is the one with all the fluid. The fluid level was actually under 8 again this week, and we are hoping it stays there! He weighs about 1 lb 11 oz. now. He was moving a lot, which is typical for him. He likes to stretch out in all his fluid. I hope he enjoys it while he can since they are losing space quickly in there! He is our boy with the 2 vessel cord, but he had adequate growth too. He had his arm up by his face a lot during this ultrasound, so hopefully next week he'll be a little less shy!
Baby C, other twin boy, usually has a lot less fluid than his brother. They measured it around 5 this time too, so again we are hoping it stays there and doesn't go down. He weighs about 1 lb 12 oz. It's really good that he is about the same size as his brother. He was facing away from us during the ultrasound, but she was able to get most of the measurements. He is the one I feel the most during the mornings right after I eat breakfast, but he was a bit calmer towards the end of the ultrasound.
I love being able to see them once a week, although it's not always in this amount of detail. I know I've said it before, but I would be a wreck if I didn't get to see them so much. It's just reassuring to know they are all okay in there! It helps calm my nerves a lot, at least until around Sunday! Next week I think we start the Biophysical Profiles or the Non-stress tests, so that'll be interesting.
Our doctor was really pleased with their growth and where we are at for 25 weeks. My cervix is still long and closed, but I think the measurement was a little under 3 (it was hard to see the screen for that one). He seemed happy with that though. Dr. K was actually pretty funny today, but he is usually goofier when Brad is with me at appointments-must be a guy thing! He mentioned that someone from the show, A Baby Story, called him looking for patients with multiples. He asked if we would be interested. Now, Brad and I are not usually the type that would enjoy sharing our lives with complete strangers on T.V., but we didn't say no-yet. We said that we would like some more details and find out if we get any compensation. Keep in mind I am not going to be getting paid for the entire time I am off from work! We'll see. We probably won't end up doing it, but it would be nice to have the footage of the birth since otherwise we won't see anything. Dr. K didn't seem like he really wanted to do it, but said he would if we wanted to.
So less than 3 weeks until our next goal of 28 weeks! I hope it goes by quickly!! After that, we will aim for 32 weeks. I found out today that our doctor is going to Las Vegas during my 30th week, so I am telling the babies that week is not a choice!! So, let's hope for quick and cooler days (I love Fall and can't wait until summer is over)! Thanks for reading and checking in on our lives-we appreciate all your support and prayers! One of these days I will venture down to the basement so I can post some pictures of the babies and of my ever-growing belly (stretch marks and all)!
By the way-I seemed to have lost my spellcheck button on this screen, so I apologize for any typos!
We had to wait for a while before our ultrasound because earlier in the morning one of their machines was not working. Finally, they called us back. I always hold my breath when they scan over and check where all the babies are. I think it goes back to the beginning when you first start seeing the heartbeat-I am still looking for that heartbeat and movement. So our little girl is still hanging out on the bottom, but kind of tucked away in the bottom right corner now. Baby B is hanging out in the middle to left and Baby C is way over on my left side. I had to scoot over closer to the ultrasound tech when she did measurements for him because he was so far on that side. That explains all the kicking when I lay on my left side all day! Now for the details.
Baby A, our girl, weighs about 1 lb 15 oz. She was fairly cooperative during all the measurements, but was curled up a lot of the time. We saw her moving her eyeball around a few times and she opened her mouth-I see a trend here since she did that a couple times now!
Baby B, twin boy, is the one with all the fluid. The fluid level was actually under 8 again this week, and we are hoping it stays there! He weighs about 1 lb 11 oz. now. He was moving a lot, which is typical for him. He likes to stretch out in all his fluid. I hope he enjoys it while he can since they are losing space quickly in there! He is our boy with the 2 vessel cord, but he had adequate growth too. He had his arm up by his face a lot during this ultrasound, so hopefully next week he'll be a little less shy!
Baby C, other twin boy, usually has a lot less fluid than his brother. They measured it around 5 this time too, so again we are hoping it stays there and doesn't go down. He weighs about 1 lb 12 oz. It's really good that he is about the same size as his brother. He was facing away from us during the ultrasound, but she was able to get most of the measurements. He is the one I feel the most during the mornings right after I eat breakfast, but he was a bit calmer towards the end of the ultrasound.
I love being able to see them once a week, although it's not always in this amount of detail. I know I've said it before, but I would be a wreck if I didn't get to see them so much. It's just reassuring to know they are all okay in there! It helps calm my nerves a lot, at least until around Sunday! Next week I think we start the Biophysical Profiles or the Non-stress tests, so that'll be interesting.
Our doctor was really pleased with their growth and where we are at for 25 weeks. My cervix is still long and closed, but I think the measurement was a little under 3 (it was hard to see the screen for that one). He seemed happy with that though. Dr. K was actually pretty funny today, but he is usually goofier when Brad is with me at appointments-must be a guy thing! He mentioned that someone from the show, A Baby Story, called him looking for patients with multiples. He asked if we would be interested. Now, Brad and I are not usually the type that would enjoy sharing our lives with complete strangers on T.V., but we didn't say no-yet. We said that we would like some more details and find out if we get any compensation. Keep in mind I am not going to be getting paid for the entire time I am off from work! We'll see. We probably won't end up doing it, but it would be nice to have the footage of the birth since otherwise we won't see anything. Dr. K didn't seem like he really wanted to do it, but said he would if we wanted to.
So less than 3 weeks until our next goal of 28 weeks! I hope it goes by quickly!! After that, we will aim for 32 weeks. I found out today that our doctor is going to Las Vegas during my 30th week, so I am telling the babies that week is not a choice!! So, let's hope for quick and cooler days (I love Fall and can't wait until summer is over)! Thanks for reading and checking in on our lives-we appreciate all your support and prayers! One of these days I will venture down to the basement so I can post some pictures of the babies and of my ever-growing belly (stretch marks and all)!
By the way-I seemed to have lost my spellcheck button on this screen, so I apologize for any typos!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
25 Weeks
Today is 25 weeks and one week closer to our goal!! Our ultimate goal is still 28 weeks-35 weeks. So, 3-10 weeks and we will be parents (hopefully 5 weeks or more). Sometimes it seems so close and other times it seems sooo far away! I can't wait until I can be a bit more excited instead of scared of them coming too soon.
My belly button hurts again!!! It hurt a lot a while back when I first started showing and then it felt better. The last 2 days I can't even brush up against it (which happens often since I seem to forget that I have a big belly now), without being in pain. I am hoping that means that I am just growing quickly and that the babies are going through a growth spurt! Wishful thinking, I know.
I will update again on Thursday or Friday, depending on how tired I am when we get back from our appointment. I get pretty worn out now on my weekly outing! Brad is going with me this week since it is our growth scan appointment. Fingers and toes crossed on Thursday please!!! :)
My belly button hurts again!!! It hurt a lot a while back when I first started showing and then it felt better. The last 2 days I can't even brush up against it (which happens often since I seem to forget that I have a big belly now), without being in pain. I am hoping that means that I am just growing quickly and that the babies are going through a growth spurt! Wishful thinking, I know.
I will update again on Thursday or Friday, depending on how tired I am when we get back from our appointment. I get pretty worn out now on my weekly outing! Brad is going with me this week since it is our growth scan appointment. Fingers and toes crossed on Thursday please!!! :)
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