How far along: 18 weeks
Growth: This week, babies are theoretically growing from the size of bell peppers to the size of heirloom tomatoes. They are going from 5.59 inches to 6.02 inches long. Also, they are increasing in weight from 6.70 oz to 8.47 oz.
Symptoms: insomnia, braxton hicks contractions, round ligament pains, heartburn, high blood pressure.
Total weight gain: -13 lbs (I gained two this week- yay for no more metformin!)
Maternity clothes: Yes please! Still fitting in non-maternity clothing, but am much more comfy in maternity.
Stretch marks: Yup, I can see them coming, not dark yet, but starting for sure.
Sleep: Better this week, my hips hurt though, which keeps me rolling over again and again.
Best moment this week: seeing my little ones on Thursday, and knowing baby B was fighting back :-).
Movement: Yes, I used to feel them maybe once per day, but now it's all throughout the day.
Food cravings: Chocolate pudding, chips and salsa and chick fil a sandwiches!
Belly Button in or out: In for now, more shallow than ever, I say it's flat 24 weeks.
What I miss: mobility, I'm starting to waddle a little, and with the dizziness I have had to be pretty docile.
What I am looking forward to: finding out the genders next week. I really really can't wait!
Milestones: we are halfway to my goal, I'd really like to make it to 36 weeks, so either the very end of January, very beginning of February.
How is daddy? Busy, working very hard for us.
How are the grandparents? Excited, both moms are planning showers.... they are only a week a part. Anyone else seeing drama here?
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Friday, September 24, 2010
random
My headache is actually a little better today for now. I have been reading a lot lately. I think I am going to start wearing my glasses when I read like I am supposed to, and see if that helps.I had horrible horrible dreams last night. So horrible I won't type them. The least horrible- I dreamed that both babies were boys and I was really sad. I have been saying I'd like to have two boys rather than two girls. But would I be sad. I've got myself so convinced baby A is my little diva princess that I might be a little sad if she turned out to be a boy. As for baby B, I am praying it is mommy's little man, as I have thought. Can't wait until October 6th!!!!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
impromptu Dr visit, again.
the past several days i have had a headache that would not go away. Today it was joined by dizziness. These were on the list of things to look out for on the pre-e list my peri gave me. So I went to CVS and used their blood pressure cuff thing. 144/87. Ooops. So I called my OB, and they wanted me to come right in. When I went in it was 149/80, they had me rest for a while and it dropped to 135/80. Dr. said I have to check it 2-4 times per day and if it gets above 140/90 I have to call right away. Boo. Hoping that doesn't happen. The little ones were doing fine, beating each other up again! I have a follow-up in a week. And my regular appointment is the week after, and my peri appt is the week after that. Thinking I'm gonna get tired of the Drs!
Monday, September 20, 2010
and a little rant
I didn't want to include this rant in my 17 week post, because I want to look back on those with happy thoughts.
So at the babyshower yesterday I was eating some strawberries. My grandmother says "oh, those are good for you, no calories." I couldn't let it roll off my back and said, actually, I'm trying to gain weight, so I'm eating these because I want them, not because they are lo-cal. She says "Why in the world would you try to gain weight?!??!?!?!" Well, I tell her, I happen to be carrying twins, and my doctor wants me to gain 24 lbs by 24 weeks, and so far all I've done is lost 15. She went on and on about how overweight I was, and how the babies were so small and didn't need for me to gain weight. Then, when my uncle comes over to pick up his wife, and she starts back in on it, and he says "Why in the world would a DR tell you to gain weight" and he goes on and on with her about how overweight I am and how I should keep loosing weight etc etc. I was too tired to think about it much by the time everyone left. ( a rude guest showed up 3 hrs early, and the shower ended up lasting from 3:30 until about 10:30 pm!) But today, I come home from a long hard day at work to an empty house (I miss my DH!!!) and just feel like crying and crying. I'm already feeling really guilty about not being at a good weight when starting this pregnancy, and now I have family telling me how fat I am, and a DR urging me to gain 50 lbs. I haven't gained one, and I still feel like I can't eat. And I really feel like I can't win. Blah!
So at the babyshower yesterday I was eating some strawberries. My grandmother says "oh, those are good for you, no calories." I couldn't let it roll off my back and said, actually, I'm trying to gain weight, so I'm eating these because I want them, not because they are lo-cal. She says "Why in the world would you try to gain weight?!??!?!?!" Well, I tell her, I happen to be carrying twins, and my doctor wants me to gain 24 lbs by 24 weeks, and so far all I've done is lost 15. She went on and on about how overweight I was, and how the babies were so small and didn't need for me to gain weight. Then, when my uncle comes over to pick up his wife, and she starts back in on it, and he says "Why in the world would a DR tell you to gain weight" and he goes on and on with her about how overweight I am and how I should keep loosing weight etc etc. I was too tired to think about it much by the time everyone left. ( a rude guest showed up 3 hrs early, and the shower ended up lasting from 3:30 until about 10:30 pm!) But today, I come home from a long hard day at work to an empty house (I miss my DH!!!) and just feel like crying and crying. I'm already feeling really guilty about not being at a good weight when starting this pregnancy, and now I have family telling me how fat I am, and a DR urging me to gain 50 lbs. I haven't gained one, and I still feel like I can't eat. And I really feel like I can't win. Blah!
17 weeks
How far along: 17 weeks
Growth: This week, babies are theoretically growing from the size of turnips to the size of bell peppers. They are going from 5.12 inches to 5.59 inches long. Also, they are increasing in weight from 4.94 oz to 6.70 oz. However, at my appt on Thursday the both weighed 6 oz.
Symptoms: vomiting, insomnia, braxton hicks contractions, round ligament pains, and heartburn.
Total weight gain: -15 lbs
Maternity clothes: Yes please! Still fitting in non-maternity clothing, but am much more comfy in maternity.
Stretch marks: Yup, I can see them coming, not dark yet, but starting for sure.
Sleep: I have been so tired lately, but still having trouble staying asleep
Best moment this week: seeing my little ones on Thursday.
Movement: Yes, more and more the past few days. They are moving right now!
Food cravings: No cravings, but fewer aversions.
Belly Button in or out: In for now, more shallow than ever
What I miss: my DH!!!! He is always gone it seems.
What I am looking forward to: finding out the genders in 2 weeks
Milestones: we are halfway to our goal that DR. D set, of 34 weeks. It's going so fast!
How is daddy? Very tired. And he misses us. Today when I saw him he touched my belly before he even kissed me!
How are the grandparents? Excited, and I think starting some grandparent rivalry. Good things there's two of you in there!
Growth: This week, babies are theoretically growing from the size of turnips to the size of bell peppers. They are going from 5.12 inches to 5.59 inches long. Also, they are increasing in weight from 4.94 oz to 6.70 oz. However, at my appt on Thursday the both weighed 6 oz.
Symptoms: vomiting, insomnia, braxton hicks contractions, round ligament pains, and heartburn.
Total weight gain: -15 lbs
Maternity clothes: Yes please! Still fitting in non-maternity clothing, but am much more comfy in maternity.
Stretch marks: Yup, I can see them coming, not dark yet, but starting for sure.
Sleep: I have been so tired lately, but still having trouble staying asleep
Best moment this week: seeing my little ones on Thursday.
Movement: Yes, more and more the past few days. They are moving right now!
Food cravings: No cravings, but fewer aversions.
Belly Button in or out: In for now, more shallow than ever
What I miss: my DH!!!! He is always gone it seems.
What I am looking forward to: finding out the genders in 2 weeks
Milestones: we are halfway to our goal that DR. D set, of 34 weeks. It's going so fast!
How is daddy? Very tired. And he misses us. Today when I saw him he touched my belly before he even kissed me!
How are the grandparents? Excited, and I think starting some grandparent rivalry. Good things there's two of you in there!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
1st Peri. Appointment
I went in for my first Maternal Fetal Medicine Dr today.
It was a 2.5 hour appointment. Before going I lost my breakfast. When I got there we had to wait about 30 mins before going back. Then I had an ultrasound that lasted for about an hour. They measured everything imaginable. Then the machine shut off and she had to do it again. We could've seen what they were, but I said no because DH wasn't there. Boy was that hard! The babies were both measuring perfectly. They even gave us a little show. Baby A was kicking Baby B in the belly, but I think I saw B poke A first. Lol. My mom says Baby A is the naughty one. I think she may be right. After the ultrasound I puked again. Almost all over the ultrasound room. They unlocked the bathroom just on time (what office locks a bathroom around OB patients?!!!) Then they brought me ice chips. I felt very pregnant. The Peri then came in and did another ultrasound, said babies looked good, and my cervix was great. It hadn't shortened anymore since the last ultrasound. The things I wasn't so sure my OB was getting right I asked him about, and I am happy I did! He is letting me off the met, tested my blood sugar today, and said I need to gain 24 lbs by 24 weeks. That's 24 lbs in a little less than 8 weeks! Not so sure about that, especially if I'm gonna start being sick again! Which I have been allllll day. Had to stay home from work. I really hope going off the met will help a lot! That's about it. Oh, except for that my bp was higher than it has ever been, 138/72. Praying it was just from being sick, not the beginnings of pre-e. Loving my little beans so much. Can't wait to find out who they are. Names are all picked, just depends on the genders, which we find out Oct. 6th!
It was a 2.5 hour appointment. Before going I lost my breakfast. When I got there we had to wait about 30 mins before going back. Then I had an ultrasound that lasted for about an hour. They measured everything imaginable. Then the machine shut off and she had to do it again. We could've seen what they were, but I said no because DH wasn't there. Boy was that hard! The babies were both measuring perfectly. They even gave us a little show. Baby A was kicking Baby B in the belly, but I think I saw B poke A first. Lol. My mom says Baby A is the naughty one. I think she may be right. After the ultrasound I puked again. Almost all over the ultrasound room. They unlocked the bathroom just on time (what office locks a bathroom around OB patients?!!!) Then they brought me ice chips. I felt very pregnant. The Peri then came in and did another ultrasound, said babies looked good, and my cervix was great. It hadn't shortened anymore since the last ultrasound. The things I wasn't so sure my OB was getting right I asked him about, and I am happy I did! He is letting me off the met, tested my blood sugar today, and said I need to gain 24 lbs by 24 weeks. That's 24 lbs in a little less than 8 weeks! Not so sure about that, especially if I'm gonna start being sick again! Which I have been allllll day. Had to stay home from work. I really hope going off the met will help a lot! That's about it. Oh, except for that my bp was higher than it has ever been, 138/72. Praying it was just from being sick, not the beginnings of pre-e. Loving my little beans so much. Can't wait to find out who they are. Names are all picked, just depends on the genders, which we find out Oct. 6th!
Sunday, September 12, 2010
16 weeks
How far along: 16 weeks
Growth: This week, babies are growing from the size of avacados to the size of turnips. They are going from 4.57 inches to 5.12 inches long. Also, they are increasing in weight from 3.53 oz to 4.94 oz.
Symptoms: vomiting, insomnia, braxton hicks contractions, round ligament pains, and heartburn.
Total weight gain: -13 lbs
Maternity clothes: Yes please! Still fitting in non-maternity clothing, but am much more comfy in maternity.
Stretch marks: Not yet, but my belly is growing so I expect them soon
Sleep: New work schedules for DH and I have me staying up late and sleeping in. I feel better when I don't sleep the day away.
Best moment this week: knowing the littles were okay after the scare on Saturday.
Movement: Yes, especially if I lean against something or if my lapdesk with my laptop is in my lap
Food cravings: I ate a lot of cookies.
Belly Button in or out: In for now, I dreamed it was flat last night
What I miss: energy
What I am looking forward to: finding out the genders in 3 weeks
Milestones: Finally got to see our DR this week.
How is daddy? Very tired. He just took a 3-11 job, on top of his school which is 7-3, and his 48 hour weekend job. Your daddy is working hard for us little ones!
How are the grandparents? Excited, and I think after the ER visit starting to worry. It all gets more intense from here. My mom is going with me to my maternal fetal medicine appointment on Thursday.
Growth: This week, babies are growing from the size of avacados to the size of turnips. They are going from 4.57 inches to 5.12 inches long. Also, they are increasing in weight from 3.53 oz to 4.94 oz.
Symptoms: vomiting, insomnia, braxton hicks contractions, round ligament pains, and heartburn.
Total weight gain: -13 lbs
Maternity clothes: Yes please! Still fitting in non-maternity clothing, but am much more comfy in maternity.
Stretch marks: Not yet, but my belly is growing so I expect them soon
Sleep: New work schedules for DH and I have me staying up late and sleeping in. I feel better when I don't sleep the day away.
Best moment this week: knowing the littles were okay after the scare on Saturday.
Movement: Yes, especially if I lean against something or if my lapdesk with my laptop is in my lap
Food cravings: I ate a lot of cookies.
Belly Button in or out: In for now, I dreamed it was flat last night
What I miss: energy
What I am looking forward to: finding out the genders in 3 weeks
Milestones: Finally got to see our DR this week.
How is daddy? Very tired. He just took a 3-11 job, on top of his school which is 7-3, and his 48 hour weekend job. Your daddy is working hard for us little ones!
How are the grandparents? Excited, and I think after the ER visit starting to worry. It all gets more intense from here. My mom is going with me to my maternal fetal medicine appointment on Thursday.
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