Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Happy (almost!) New Year!

I had my first "growth" ultrasound today - I have them weekly now. Baby A is 3lbs, 11 oz, and Baby B is 4lbs, 2 oz. They are big boys! They have a scoring system where they check their movement, if they are practicing breathing motions, how big they are, etc. and they scored an 8 out of 8.

And, in the most shocking news, they are BOTH head down now! I didn't have a Dr appointment afterwards, so I'm not sure what that means in terms of delivery, but I couldn't believe it! They didn't think the one that was sideways would turn - but here they are, both head down!

31 weeks, 4 days. I can't believe how huge my stomach is getting! In sad news, my lone stretch mark that appeared a few weeks ago brought friends this week. :(


I'm going to be as wide as the door soon. :)
Cute blankets from Great-Grandma Marilyn from Christmas . . .

Their new changing table - complete with toys from Uncle Brett, and a diaper hanger from Great-Grandma Marilyn!


They've got cute stuff waiting for them!

Monday, December 29, 2008

Less than 7 weeks left to go!

I'm counting down the days - 6 weeks and 4 days left to go! Starting this week, I get weekly ultrasounds so they can keep an eye on their growth in these last few weeks. I'll be seeing the boys lots over the next 6 weeks!

A few Christmas pictures (more to come tomorrow of more toys and fun stuff they got for Christmas - plus their changing table) . . . Jack and Aiden are 2 lucky little boys with lots of family members to spoil them!

First, my cat babies:

Lily sleeping under the Christmas tree . . .

Sophie decided to embrace the lack of space in my lap after she realized how warm it is. :)


A Christmas present from Grandma Linda and Grandpa Don. Blake put it together this weekend - it looks pretty fun!

Auntie Natalie sent them these adorable Old Navy jeans for Christmas - and "Santa" brought them the stuffed animals.

Santa also brought them these "Daddy & Me" dinosaur outfits :)
More to come tomorrow!

Monday, December 22, 2008

Did I get bigger in a week?

I think I did get bigger in a week. Hmmm.
Our changing table finally arrived - I'll post a picture soon!

Friday, December 19, 2008

I'm 30 Weeks Today!

Exactly 8 weeks from today, (if I don't pop before that), is the boys' birthday! They now should gain about 1/2 pound and 1/2 inch each week until they are born. They are over three pounds now, and should be about 16 inches long, from head to toe.

See you soon, babies!

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Doctor Appointment #3,398

I went back today for my three hour glucose test - which was miserable - but the good news is I passed. So I'll be enjoying Christmas cookies and candies this year!

Friday, December 12, 2008

Ultrasound & Dr Appointment

I had my ultrasound appointment this morning, as well as an appointment with the Dr and a glucose test. The babies are healthy and wiggly - and they've gotten closer together in weight which is great! They weight 2 lbs, 12 oz and 2 lbs, 15 oz. If they were too far apart in weight - they would have to take them out early so this is great news. They are right on track - the Dr told me I was "perfect" as I pointed out to Blake. :)

We scheduled the c-section for Friday, the 13th of February (yes, Friday the 13th!) . My blood sugar was elevated, so I have to go back next week for a three hour glucose test. :(

One baby was kicking the other in the face. The poor guy had his little hands up by his face trying to shield the blows. :)

Can't wait to meet these guys!

Thursday, December 11, 2008

29 weeks . . . and babies' room photos.

We can now legally take babies home from the hospital. Aren't they cute? They are just sitting in our living room because I like to look at them.

Here's some new nursery pictures.




I just finished this project last weekend - painting and hanging up their names above their cribs!




And yes, that means we've decided on names! (Middle names are still being worked out :)







I love this one, because I didn't even notice Lily was bopping around in the closet when I took the picture!


Here's a couple pictures of me at 29 weeks. Even my face, hands, and toes have gotten chubbier. :(

I'm ready to get these boys OUT!



Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Keeping in touch . . .

I thought I'd keep friends and family updated via this newfangled technology, so I'm giving this blog thing a try.

We found out we were having twins way back in August when I was 13 weeks pregnant. I laughed through the whole ultrasound after the u/s technician told us. Hard to believe that I'm almost to the 29 week mark now! 9 weeks left to go . . . and I can't wait for these guys to get here!