Anyone else due in June "06

[vthompson]

Mindy - Wednesday is going to be a long day of appts for you. Make sure you post with an update. I was laughing about having sex would be like climbing a mountain!!

Lisa - You look really cute in your pictures. You are definitely carrying those babies all in front! As for the crib thing, I mentioned to my parents that we could pay for them and she got really upset and told me that it is really important to her to do this for us. I am going to wait another week or so and gently say it again. I feel bad to be complaining, but I am just so anxious. Thanks for understanding. Don't feel bad about the bed rest thing, although I do wish that we lived closer so you could come and visit!! :)

Staci - Welcome!! Unfortunately, I do not have any other ideas about sleeping. I am pretty miserable at night myself.

Ters - If I were you, I would definitely try and deliver at the other hospital. Make sure you check out your insurance like someone suggested. You do not want to have a lot of hospital bills if it is not covered.

Sherry - I agree that as long as we check in, that is enough. I think we all realize how much we care about each other and as we get closer, it is going to get harder and harder to reply to everyone's posts. I am very glad that you did not have to walk today when you picked up your boys. I hope that you can work something out with that dad.

Missy - It is great that the doctor is being cautious with your blood pressure. Make sure you keep us posted.

Rachel - It seems as though there have not been any changes. That is good. Keep resting!!

I will check in tomorrow!! I cannot believe how close everyone is getting. Before we know it, we will be like the May board, babies everywhere!!

Valerie

[AndreaR]

Good morning ladies (and Jason - I hope all is well)!

Lisa - I feel the exact same way as you. Too tired to post and very guilty about not providing support to you all who have been so supportive to me. At least I think that's what you were saying....

I've been so tired lately, and my brain seems fried. I do log on quickly almost every day to make sure everyone is still cooking, but I don't seem to have the energy to post like I used to. I'm also less comfortable sitting at the desk than I used to be. If I sit up straight, I still feel like my belly is squished; if I lean back a little, it's uncomfortable and I don't last long.

Well, let me see if I can remember what I just read:

Ters - I am so sorry that you are going through all of this with the doctor at this stage of the pg. I'm glad that you found another doctor that will take you. Honestly, I didn't love the idea of you walking into a new hospital when you went into labor. That had me a little nervous. I hope this new doctor is everything you deserve. Also, sorry about DH not liking William/Will. Do I need to repeat my little speech about the mother having the final say when it comes to naming the babies?? Do you want me to talk to DH? haha

Danielle - sorry about your trips to the hospital and the contractions. Please let us know what the doctor said.

Lisa (again) - I saw your pictures - you look BEAUTIFUL! You asked if your belly was bigger than ours..it's hard for me to say. You definitely are all belly, and your belly is nice and round. My belly is kind of square and lopsided. I think that's because Baby B is transverse, so she squares off the top of my belly. But you look like the only weight you are carrying is in your belly. You really look beautiful, especially for 33 weeks. You go girl.

Staci G - welcome to the board. I am sorry about your sleeping troubles. I have been pretty lucky in the sleep department. I go to sleep easily, but I do wake up a lot to pee. If I can't get back to sleep, I don't even try. I get up and check out this board, or I lay in bed and play solitaire on my iPod. I try to take my mind off sleeping, and it seems to help. Every bad night I have, I tell myself it is practice for what's to come.

Mindy - Please watch the BP and please take it easy. I'll be praying for you.

Sherry - Thanks for the suggestion on the quick post. I will definitely be doing that more and more.

Well.........I have reached my limit sitting here. I have to go lay down. Sorry, I know I missed some people. Please take care of yourselves and know that I pray for everyone every day.

AndreaR

[megzmom]

Sorry I haven't read any posts since my yesterday. I will try this afternoon.

I really HATE complaining but I feel so alone in this (except with you all)

I hit an all time low. I cried in front of my students today. They are really being HORRIBLE and I have new lady coming in to "help" and she'll take over but it really isn't being helpful. Kids are out of control. So my two girls who used to be angels are causing me so much stress. I pulled them asided and talked with them and started crying!!!!!!

Again no sleep. Looking forward to tomorrow-my first real day off.

Thanks for listening.

[twinsmakethree]

Hi Team!

Sorry if this post misses anyone I am a little aggrevated today from lack of sleep. I feel guilty, but i think i have to ask my husband to sleep somewhere else! The night before last i slept so peaceful with out him and only got up to the bathroom twice( normally its every two hours on the nose) last night was just horrible

Anyway anyone else having trouble walking I have to walk wide legged because it hurts so much down there,, I know the baby is definately in position there but I didnt expect it to hurt so much I look like fred Sanford( If you can remember him)

I'll to respond to some post I remember reading:
Stacy: All I can say is beautiful! Its nice to feel pretty isnt it! I feel so old right now I told my husband the first thing i want to do ( after losing the weight) is to go clothes shopping so be prepared and I wasnt joking either ;)

Lisa- nice belly, I think mine is the same as yours even though its looking a little lower now that both girls have turned head down.

Missy- Pay attention to your body and make sure you try not to stress keep us posted on your BP, maybe since they let you go home that means they think it is not serious right now keep it that way!!

Ters- Great news about finding a workable dr. Remember to ask alot of questions to make sure he/she fits the bill. I dont see an ob just my peri but each time Im loaded with questions based on what i study and you guys( which is a great source of info) But the more informed you are the more it makes them be on top of their game, make them work for your money

Sherry- thanks for the short post suggestion, leave it to you to come up with great ideas:D

as for the bedrest blues- I got them, but when I even attempt to go out I become to exhausted just going to my appointments make me tired for the rest of the day. I get very bored but I have become a pro at Cubis!!

Ok guys I hope I didnt skip anyone but I know I did and I am completely sorry
oh btw ( did I say a say a short post) the april board is a good soure of info as to what to expect once the babies are home alot of them are having breastfeeding issues and wight gain issues for the babies beacause of breastmilk or what have you but the advice is great. They are very supportive of one another and give good advice just thought you all might want to see the future!

Andrea

[twinsmakethree]

Heather dont feel bad this is the place for us to vent.
Dont take the children's behavior personal it seems students get a little "wild" as school nears the end and especially because they know they are soon to get a substitute. You cant let it get to you you have other children(yours) to tend to.

I hope you feel better no work tomorrow:yippee: :yippee:

[vthompson]

Andrea - What is cubis? I am always looking for games on the Internet to play. Is it like Tetris, I play that a TON! If you have a website I would appreciate it.

Heather - Do not feel bad for crying today! You are doing so much and you are still working. It is completely normal to get emotional. Hopefully your day off tomorrow will help. Just think, at this time next week, you will only have 3 days left of work!! :yippee: :yippee:

BTW, Ters - I am very glad that you may be able to go to this new doctor. Keep us posted. I think about your situation all the time and I really feel bad for you that you have to go through all this stress.

If you check out the May board, Teresa posted about the birth of her girls.

Just wanted to check in on everyone. Again, I truly agree with Sherry, it is ok if we do not reply to everyone anymore. Just as long as we try to at least post a quick roll call so we don't worry about each other!

[KKMOTO]

vthompson-I am from the aug. thread. There is a game on Yahoo.com, click on games then go to Chuzzel- it's great. My new love. Hope you don't mind I chimed in.

[vthompson]

Diane - I do not mind at all!!! I really appreciate it. I will have to check it out! Thanks!

[twinsmakethree]

valerie cubis is at yahoo.com under games my husband seems to think it is a version of tetris i dont think so eventhough i was a tetris freak before playing this game let me know what you think

diane- ill check out chuzzle too


andrea

[sgarrett]

HI Felicia,

I am in TN too, Kingston Springs.

This may sound horrible but it made me feel a little better to see that lots of people are having trouble sleeping. I guess misery loves company! The emotional thing too, I am such a cry baby lately. I laugh at myself while tears are streaming down my cheeks b/c of a sad commercial but I just can not stop them! My son and husband always laugh at me!

How do you get that tracker on the bottom of your screen showing how prego you are? My doc has not given me a "due date" he just says he would love for me to get to 36 weeks. What do you use as your due date?

[vthompson]

I LOVE the new games ladies!! Thanks for the suggestion. I now have new addictions!!

Staci G - To get the ticker, click on someone's ticker and it will take you to the site. You can put in a due date or you can put in the date of your last period, I think. It will then calculate your due date for you. I just went with my due date if I was to deliver at 40 weeks. I think that is what most of the ladies did. Once your ticker is completed, you will need to copy and paste the address into your signature. I hope this helps.

Valerie

[newmomx2]

Just a quick note - I am still here; thanks for the input on BP - I am really hoping it was elevated because of the 15 minute walk into the doc's office - I was SOOO tempted to park in handicap but I don't have a tag so I didn't.

Lisa - you look great and your size is similar to mine.

For all of you with sleeping problems - I took a tylenol PM last night and slept like a rock in between my potty breaks of course...first time I did that..perhaps every few nights I may try it just to not get to fatigued

I am going to check those games out in a few minutes - they sound like fun,
also American Idol is on tonight I am excited - how pitiful my highlights to get through each week revolve around TV shows ! Oh Well whatever helps count down the days.

Keep cookin' everyone.

PS - where is candy hope she is okay - and what about Jason.,

[sgarrett]

Thanks Valerie!

I have already used up my "free trial" on cubis - it is a fun game!

[newmomx2]

How come the times on the message board seem to be 2-3 hours delayed - but the May board seems fine - do I have a setting messed up? I was confused why so many of you were righting at 4am !

[sgarrett]

Missy,

My time seems to be OK - must be a setting somewhere!

Staci

[AndreaR]

Did anyone see Angela Bassett on Oprah today? Oprah was saying how she just "had" twins eleven weeks ago. She looks incredible! I couldn't believe it. It gave me hope. But I just googled her and found out they used a surrogate. Oh well, I guess my body will get back to shape at some point, but probably not within eleven weeks. I am happy for her and her husband - the babies are adorable.

I am off to bed. I wish you all a good night's sleep!

AndreaR

[JacobsMom]

Hi,

Thanks for the sweet posts about my pics. I really do love that blouse!

Has anyone else been doing really dingbatty things?

I definately have baby brain. My latest brain malfunction was today when I was driving my MIL to the airport. I just completely drove right on by the exit and kept on going. It never even registered until she made a comment about not recognizing a church we passed. She had already commented about how it seemed like it was taking a lot longer to get there than she remembered. I said, well if we get to the exit for Space Center Houston, I'll know we went too far. Next sign said "Space Center Houston - next 4 exits"!! :rotflmbo: I am such a ditz. I took the first exit off I-45, did a U-turn and headed back the 7 MILES to the airport exit! It wouldn't have been so bad, except that we were already running late and the airline she was flying doesn't have reserved seating so she was worried she was going to be stuck with a middle seat. At least we realized we had gone too far before we got to GALVESTON!!!

Here is another example: Because of the high cost of gas, we have not been filling up the tanks - we put in $15 here, $20 there, sometimes $2 just to get home or to another station that has cheaper gas! LOL! Well the other day my "low gas" light was on when I took Jacob to school. After dropping him off I was heading to a gas station that had cheaper gas than the others in the area the day before. When I pulled up to the pump and opened my purse, I had NO debit card, NO credit card, NO cash, NO driver's license, and NO gas to get back home! I did have a checkbook, but they don't take checks at all, and didn't have my ID so they probably wouldn't have anyway. I just started to cry. I called my hubby who fortunately was working from home that day, and he drove to the gas station and bought me gas. I felt so stupid. I had stuffed all my cards in my camera bag the day before when I went to a meeting so I wouldn't have to carry two bags. Then as I was rushing out the door that morning, I grabbed my purse like I usually do.

Well, I need to get off here. I need to print out some papers for school tomorrow and get to bed. I am in charge of TV Turn-off Week and have to get the guidelines and commitment forms handed out at school tomorrow so I can get the list of participants ready before Monday. Luckily we have less than 200 students in our school, divided into only 16 classes.

Take care everybody.

Stacey

p.s. Does anybody know if there is an update on Teresa? I have not had time to go check out the May board. Just wondering how she and the babies are doing.

[AndreaR]

Good morning!

Stacey - I, too, have been feeling a little spacey lately. I noticed yesterday, while I was driving, that I was kind of in a fog. It scared me a little. Do you think we should stop driving??

Felisha - It sounds like you had a wonderful shower! I think the babies' weights are great. What did your doctor say about baby boy's slow down in growth? If your doctor is not worried, then I wouldn't either. I bet the babies will have different growth spurts for the rest of their lives. I hope you are feeling better today. I have more and more days when I feel sick to my stomach.

Andrea - I am in the same boat as you as far as DH and sleeping. I really want to kick him out, but I feel a little bad. I've decided that it's good practice for me to have sleepless nights. I am usually a great sleeper, and I usually need a lot of sleep, so I'm trying to get my body to adjust for when the girls arrive. Sorry, but I was laughing at your Fred Sanford comment. I don't walk wide legged like that, but I definitely waddle. When I first get up (from sitting or laying down), I have a little pain in the lower part of my uterus. It goes away pretty quickly, but I have to walk really, really slowly.

TMI alert......Someone else mentioned an increase in BMs....I think Rachel? What did they say about that when you went to the doctor? I have noticed that in the past week or so, my BMs have definitely increased - like two or three a day. I am going to see both my peri and OB tomorow, and I plan to ask. My theory is that I am having mild contractions. We'll see.

Addicted to Yahoo games....check! My favorites are the word games, especially Word Racer, which is like Boggle.

Oh, Stacey, Teresa has posted on the May board. She and the girls are doing well. You should check it out - there are so many babies!

Have a good day y'all.

AndreaR

I just noticed that Sherry didn't post yesterday. I hope she's just a little tired from all the move activity. Sherry, PLEASE POST AND LET US KNOW YOU ARE OK!!

[vthompson]

I just wanted to check in today. I feel terrible today. My stomach is very sour, lots of heartburn, and indigestion. I am going to lay down and try to nap. Hope everyone is doing well.

Valerie

[Dad of twins]

Hello ladies!
Everthing is still going well. We are just waiting for the big day. I think that everday she say she will never do this again. Then the next day she says that she will miss being pg. The doctor told her that we have the green light after 34 weeks. That is next tuesday! We are pretty much ready. Things are all set up but you know how things go. There will always be something that oyu forget.

I want to welcome the new ladies to our family! Feel free to talk about anything here b/c everyone is here to help without judgement. Yes to still can bash your husbands without hearing anything from me!

Lisa: I loved your photos. Some of the best photos are the ones without the makeup b/c it is the real you.

Monica: Those babies are so cute. I can't wait until I can hold my boys. I wish you the best of luck and keep being strong.

Well I have to go and attened to my wife. I am sorry that I didn't write more but you know how busy we all are. It can be amazing what you can find strenght from!

write later
Jason

[KKMOTO]

One more great one is on killsometime.com
It is called Goldminer:D

[newmomx2]

First let me say that I love all the tips on the internet games - I am home alone all weekend and can only watch so many movies - I will be sure to check these out !!

I had a BPP today and both boys are 8/8 they are both still head down although baby B is quite a uterus hog - my poor little baby A has been squished at the bottom right the whole time - I don't think he has any room to move - they said I have not dropped because they can still see is whole head. No weights since this was a BPP only - I have these weekly now that I am down to the home stretch...next Level II is in 3 weeks - I will be 37 weeks - any bets are me making it to then :)

I am sorry to here so many of you are having heartburn - I have been fortunate that I have not had this issue - I think because both are head down and no one is really pushing on my stomach at the moment.

Jason - glad to hear all is going well, I am 34 weeks tomorrow and very excited to reach this next milestone.

My dreams seem to keep getting weirder as time goes on !

Well back to work - having a hard time focusing today, I only had a few meetings and have transitioned so much work that some days are just slow...oh well I am still considered full time so no complaints.

Talk to you later.

[qbanmom5]

Hi, Terri....check!

I spoke at length with the nurse at the peri's office. She has worked at all the hospitals up here and with most of the doctors. She advised me to not change and just to request to see the doctor at each appt and they would accomodate me. She states that although he is arrogant, he is highly credentialed and regarded with the board of o/b gyn. She says his staff is another story and she has heard many many complaints about them. Anyway, she also said that the other hospital (the one the new doctor delivers out of) does not have a NICU and they are very small so the chance of me being shuffled around is very likely. She told me to talk to the doctor about my concerns about the anesthesiologist (or lack thereof). She says because he is king there, I need to let him know that what my concerns are and that there are nurse anesthetists all the time that can give me the epi (at his request). Also she told me to be sure to let him know to leave the orders for whomever is on call.

Anyhow, he refilled my prescription for the terb in a timely fashion (for which I guess I am glad). Also, I called and requested to see him on Friday so they are squeezing me in. I am really going to talk to him about all my issues then. I guess its not the best news, but under the circumstances I don't really feel comfortable switching around right now.

Sherry, Candy, Steph and others who arent' posting as much: Please keep us posted on any updates; we worry when you aren't here. I taught my 9 yr. old (little Terri) how to post on here when I go to the hospital in case DH says he was too busy and doesn't do it. That should be cute. Hugs to all, Kudos to those of you still working. Some days I can't even walk to the bathroom, I don't know how you do it. For you teachers, your job is really tough _I have been a teachers aide and wanted to strangle a few kids so I really admire you. Don't worry about breaking down and crying, it is a tough job that really weighs on your emotions (and patience) and right now we are vulnerable in both those areas.

Talk to you all later, I need to lie down my back is killlng me!

Ters

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[TMoT]

Sherry: CHECK. ;-)

AndreaR was right. I'm SOOO tired these days (sounds like a refrain around here now!), I just didn't have the energy to read/post yesterday. :-( I feel like I've hit a bout of pg insomnia or something. I just lay in bed feeling _exhausted_ but really _fidgety_ at night, so I can't sleep! (Is anyone else getting tired of just LAYING in bed and NOT SLEEPING?!?! That's ME these days!) Argh! I've discovered that I can only sleep calmly from about 11am to 2pm during the day!! (?!) My leg/feet cramps have been driving me crazy (and keeping me awake), so I started the magnesium supplements again two days ago, and viola!, last night I finally got a few hours (?) of real sleep. Whew. Otoh, I think the magnesium (speaking of bms!) makes me "loose" (ar ar!), so I gotta be careful... This pg is such a dietary Chinese puzzle though, isn't it?! It's just INSANE!!!!!

Anyways. Just chiming in with my own gripes now, and so glad you are all "here"!!!!! :)

Diane, you are making me laugh with your game posts! And I'm so surpised at all you gamer-mommies out there too! *ROFL* Keeps the tedium at bay though, doesn't it?!?

Ters, how are you doing? I'm SO HAPPY you found that new doc, with the new hospital, same peri, etc., etc. What a big LOAD OFF that will be. Please don't expect it all to be a dream come true, though -- just so you don't get disappointed if he isn't "Super OB"!! ;-) Anyways, he MUST be better than that @#$% (!) you were going to before! Hallelujah!!! ...And SORRY that dh changed his mind on Will now! (I feel like I jinxed you!!!) :-( Well, that reminds me, I might just try broaching the subject of Baby Names :eek: with dh tonight.... Means I still have a chance at not being the Last One in the Baby-Naming Sweepstakes!! ;-) And that bet then, folks??! ;-)

Lisa, my belly looks like yours too! At this point, though, if you showed me a picture of an ocean-going freighter (no comparison intended, L!), I'd say I look like that as well! So maybe my perspective is a bit skewed!! :crazy: Btw, I really want to see some more belly pics soon (my own included)!! It's just been too long since we've updated our ticker photos, and I'd love to see how everyone is faring. Well, I'll try to get a pic of me up tonight maybe so I can get things moving. ...And, L, wasn't that a sweet (and true!) comment Jason made about your pic with no make-up being the best?! J, you sure can land those nice compliments right on target sometimes! ;-)

I heard from Teresa! :-D They're basically having some nursing 'challenges,' but everything else about Hallie and Hannah is going super! I sure hope they'll get to go home soon! Congrats, again, Teresa!! :throb:

Val, Felisha, AndreaR, et al., YEP. Looser bms is definitely a "sign" -- in my own experience anyway. Could come and go for a while, of course, but it just means you're really "getting there"!!! Hooray!!!!!

Heather, I'm so sorry about your 'breakdown' in front of your students. :-( What Valerie and Andrea wrote is SO TRUE though. Hope you get some comfort from that, and from knowing that you only have a short week to go until you are Home Free! :yippee:

...How come Steph hasn't posted lately?!?? STEEEEEPHHHHH!???!! And Daniele???! Danieeeeelllllllllaaaaa?????

Well, Other News for me... Yesterday, dh and I went to a delivery "theory" class given by the Excellent kinetherapist I've mentioned before (she was there for my ds#1's delivery and helped make things go like a CHARM)! So, she's going to come for the twins' delivery too, and I am SO EXCITED about that!!!!! Andrea, she's led some of the classes on breathing, etc., that I've taken and her input has really been instrumental in shaping my outlook on pg and having babies. I feel really fortunate to have her "on my team"!!! :-D

Anyways... One very cool thing she mentioned last night which I wanted to share with you all is the idea of making a "sling" (for yourself!!!) which you knot, stretch up over a door, close the door (TOWARDS you!) and use to stretch out your upper body and to take the pg weight off your back and tummy. The sling itself can be made from just a good-sized (=queen) sheet, and you make it long enough to sit under your armpits from a sitting position and hang over the top of the door above you. Then, using that AWESOME birth-ball Andrea (or was it Steph?) mentioned before (or just a hot-water bottle on a normal chair!), you sit and rock on the "ball" and hang/let the sling support your upper body. That way, your pelvis gets a really NICE rocking exercise (which is good for your back and babies' position), AND your ribcage gets a nice stretch which helps you to breathe, etc. Well, I don't know if any of you will try it, but I intend to get busy on making a sling for me tonight. I also got the ball -- something I've coveted since my first pg! -- so I'm really excited about trying this!!!!!

Otherwise, today I had a really nice day with the boys (half-day of school again -- MAN! The weeks seem to just be flying by these days! Hooray!!). Another Mommy picked ds#2 up from school for me, and a second friend and her ds ate lunch "out" with us at our usual Wednesday restaurant/cafe. Afterwards -- same as last Wed! -- the boys went skateboarding and I sat in the sun and enjoyed the weather. :-))) Guess that means I'll be out of whack tomorrow, but boys went to their father's tonight, so all will be a bit quieter around here (again!) for a while and I'll be able to recuperate. :-)

...I've got an OB appt tomorrow and u/s on Friday! Yeah!! It's been a while since these little buggers have weighed-in (and me too actually!), and I'm curious to see how much they've grown in the last two weeks! I'll also get my gd results back, I suppose...:xfingers:

Well, of course, I'll let you all know how it goes! Chin up and keep cookin' Ladies!
xox

[TMoT]

Ters, just saw your last post (obviously)! Guess what your peri said is for the best. So, go in there in get your due then, girl! (Imho, though, highly credentialed = diddly squat if he's NEVER +there+ for you!!! ]-( ) Well, looks like you're going to be able to change that, and all for the better too then! ;-) ...Can't wait till Terri Jr. posts for Terri Sr.!!! BUT I WILL wait, of course!!!!! ;-)

Btw, Ters, meant to tell you that if you go into "User CP" at the top of this page and past that html code for your Ticker into your Signature, you won't have to keep pasting it on each message. You have to turn your Signature "on," though, and then you will automatically sign each post with your Ticker (and whatever else you might want to add in there!)....

Missy, CONGRATS on the 34 weeks :clap: and the GREAT bpp scores for the boys! Just what we love to hear!!! Keep it up, Wonder Mom! We're rooting for you!

xox

[vthompson]

I am very glad that some of you posted today...I was getting worried!

Well, I took a nap and I feel better, not completely though. The indigestion is really becoming a problem for me. I seem to be eating smaller meals, but I have to wait 2 hours after I eat to take my stupid blood sugar. In the meantime, I am starving because my meal was so small. Never ending cycle... Anyways, I have a regular ob appt tomorrow so I am going to talk to her about these eating problems then.

I agree, Daniele, Steph, and Tina...where are you? At least post a quick roll call!! We are worried.

Sherry - I sleep so much better at naps then I do at night, too. I usually sleep well between 9am and 12noon. Weird...

Ters - You seem like you feel better about the situation. I am anxious to hear about your appt on Friday and what the doctor tells you.

Missy - Congrats on the BPP scores!!

Lisa and Jason - We are glad that you both checked in. I was getting worried about both of you!

KKMOTO - I will definitely check out this game. Thanks for the suggestion!

Valerie

[twinsmakethree]

andrea- Check!

Im happy to see everyone is doing well

Sherry That sling idea is very interested let me know how it turns out. Im trying to figure it out i think i would be too afraid i might fall. I wish i could see a picture, mentally i cant picture it.

Missy- Congrats on a good appt. I forgot we are the same due date. I am doing my count down now now we have maybe two or three weeks my doctor says she sees it as me going in 37 weeks. My husband believes may 15th is the date, which wouldnt be bad at all. It will be interesting to see which one of us go first. hmmm...

Ters- Well follow the peri's advice and just be agressive in asking questions and letting your dr. know what you expect. Good Luck, I believe after you talk to the dr. youll get a better feel of what is right and wrong

Jason- Im glad everything is still good, keep up the good work!! A supportive husband makes all the difference!!

My appt is not until friday i cant wait until I find out their weight!! Well my bag is packed and ready at least something's ready because im not sure if I can say I am my nerves grow more and more

Ok gals and jason until tomorrow

Andrea

[allyf8903]

I just thought i would drop a line and let you all know how much i appreciate the prayers and support from all of you. I really have no answers yet from the doctors, but I want to inform all of you so you all are aware of what can happen and how fast. Any weird feelings, dont wait. I dont want to scare anyone so if you would rather not read this post then please dont. I just dont want something like this is happen to any of you.

Thursday 4/13 I began with a stomache at about 10 am in the morning. My husband is off Thursdays and about 430 I went to the bathroom and thought i had lost my mucusplug. Around 530 I called the doctor b/c my stomache just would not go away. they told me to go to the hospital. We went right over. The nurses thought i just had gastrous (like the upset stomach and nausea and/or vomitting.) Well they put me on the monitor (never pulled in an ultrasound machine) both babies heartbeats were picked up. after an hour or so, my doctor was up in the hospital and he stopped in and decided to admit me. My husband went home b/c we live 1 mile from hospital and he had to work in the morning but was going to go in after i was released. At 330 am i woke up and that was when i noticed that every nurse and my doc was standing at the foot of my bed. A nurse was sitting on the side of my bed moving the monitor around trying to find B heatrate. she told me that she could find it with a doppler but not with the monitor. My doctor said to ship me to Crouse Irving Hospital and deliver me there. They called my hubby and he met us at Oneida Hospital and traveled right behind ambulance. We reached Crouse about 530am. They brought in an U/S machine and I have had enough u/s's to know what i was looking at. First the Doctor got A (Gianna) Heatbeat and I could see that. Then B (Giavanna) was on my left side of my stomach and so the doc had to reach over me. I know the moment that she put the u/s machine there that Giavanna was gone. I immediately began to cry. My hubby knew from the way i was acting something was wrong. And the doctor kept asking me what was wrong and she kept putting her arms in my view of the screen. My hubby went out to tell the family that had made it at that point to the hospital that Giavanna was gone. The delivering doctor, he said to me that they couldnt find B heartbeat and that he was going to call in another team of docs to redo u/s for second opinion. My hubby came back in at this point and i told the doc that i didnt want another opinion and i wanted him to deliver me and deliver me now. By that point he had told me that i had what is called HELLP. (if u go to webmd.com and type it in the search it will give you what it is in detail) The only way to save me and my Gianna was to deliver me immediatly. they prepared me for c-section and I had to go in alone so they could put me completely under. My parents, his mom and him had to wait in the waiting room. I made it out in about 2 hours. Doc told hubby when he was done waiting for me to come out that he was more worried about me at that point then Gianna. She was fine. the first 48 hours was the most important for me. The Doctor came in that day later on after i saw, got to hold and said goodbye to Giavanna that he believes that it was TTTS. Between the TTTS and the HELLP is what killed her. If can literally happen in a matter of hours.

I still dont understand why so fast my life was changed. I was having a perfect pregnancy and never had a problem the entire time. I am mad and upset. My Gianna and us will never get to know Giavanna. I will always wonder what she would have been like. if she would have been like Gianna or completely opposite. She never had a chance. The stupid TTTS and HELLP doesnt care who it hurts and takes. I just dont understand. And i know, like the doc said this past monday when i had an incision check, that it wont matter what answers, if any, that is found, they will never be good enough. I will never understand why i was blessed with 2 and then one was taken from me without warning. I cry everyday.

Please understand that I am not trying to scare any of you. Just be thankful that your pregnancies are going smooth. You dont want to go through what i went through and am going through. This truely sucks and I really dont think that it will ever get better. I will always have a daughter that has an emptiness that noone can fill and I will always have a hole that will never be filled. I do however thank you all for the thoughts, prayers and continued posting about me. Do me a favor that when you do deliver, you hold your babies and be thankful for what you have been blessed with. I was never able to do that.

As for Gianna, she is doing great. she is my fighter. She is still in NICU. Just got back from seeing her. She will hopefully be coming home soon. if you guys woould like to see her, you can visit the website from the hospital that i update daily at www.carepages.com. You have to give yourself a user name and password and the page you want to visit is GiannaCatherine. NO SPACE! talk to you all soon. Thanks again for the thoughts and prayers I need them!!!!

Allison
Adrianna 8-9-03
Gianna Catherine 4-14-06
Giavanna Grace (angel from heaven) 4-14-06

[twinsmakethree]

allison- Thank you first of all for telling your story. I cant really tell you or describe to you how I feel right now nor will I say i understand what your going through. I do want to say that God is a Merciful God and always Just and He knows what we do not know. Giavanana may not be physically with you and your family but she is still with you in your heart and every life serves a purpose! So know her death is not in vain. May God bless little Gianna and continue to make her a strong girl and a strong woman and may he bless you and your family with good. :throb: :throb:



Andrea

[sgarrett]

Hi Valerie,

Have you tried Prilosec? I am not sure if I spelled that right but my doc Okayed it and it has helped me tremendously with heatburn.

[Daniele'sTwins]

Hi everyone, I haven't checked the posts yet but I just wanted to let you know I am doing well. I did not have to take any of the trebutaline yesterday. Also, I had an ultrasound yesterday and Baby A is 4.3lbs and Baby B is 4.8lbs. They are both head down again too.

[swineland]

Okay okay....I'm here! Don't fret....just been laying low, very busy and in a new phase of "uncomfortable".

I had a housefull of people the last week and once they all left, I just collapsed. (not literally!) I have never been so tired in my life. The shower was great, although we ended up getting mostly non-registry clothing items. Not to worry, I took it all back to BRU and got a nice store credit....enough to turn around and get everything we need for the boys. I feel like I'm all set now and can't stop going into the nursery to look around and "nest".

For those of you who got the Duoglider in Blackwell, I sure hope you have your second car seat by now. Turns out Graco has discontinued that pattern and when I set out to get the second car seat I couldn't find it.....anywhere! Amazon is all sold out, BRU was out and all the other online retailers were out. I thought, oh no! We'll have some ghetto looking travel system with two different car seats! Alas, I called one BRU store that is WAY far away from my house and they had ONE left.....box was all beat up to hell, but the car seat was brand new and fine. So, whew....we're good to go!

I'm 32 weeks now and feeling different sensations and pressures. Today is an ultrasound and I can't wait to find out the weights. I'm peeing again with much more frequency, my belly aches on the sides, I'm TOTALLY out of breath most of the time and to top it all off, I've got that horrible PUPPPS rash that starts in the stretch marks. I literally want to itch my skin off. I've called the doctor and he said to take a Benadryl and use a cortisone cream. Big deal.....give me a steroid shot or something!! So, I'm just continuing to use my Aveeno cream and a cold washcloth. Is anyone else having this itchy rash???

Also, I think Evan (baby A) has dropped or something b/c I feel a lot of low pressure and these twinges of pain when he moves/kicks. I feel it all over "down there" :)

So, as I see it, no more babies have been born just yet....at least on our thread! Well, except for Theresa....and congrats to her!!! This means that most of us are getting into the low to mid 30 week range and are still cooking....good work ladies!

Allison, I looked at your photos of Gianna and she is such a little sweet pea.....still keeping you and your family in my thoughts as you transition through this bittersweet time.

There are SO many posts for me to catch up on and I'll try to read them all today......sorry if I offend by not personally responding to everyone. I just wanted to check in and let you all know I'm okay :)

I'll post later today with ultrasound results!
Steph

[CanadianChick]

Hello Everyone!
This is my fist time posting. I have been reading many of your posts the last few months now and than, but since I've been off work (the past 2 weeks) I think I'm becoming a stalker and thought it's about time I registered and started posting. I am 25yrs old and 32 weeks prego with identical girls, this is my first pregnancy and so far I've had no complications. I had an ultrasound yesterday and the girls weighed in at 4lbs and 4lbs 13onz. I have a question about weight, how much weight has everyone gained so far b/c I've packed on a whopping 65lbs already and my doctors feels that is fine but I think I'm starting to look like a beast. Anywho I look forward to getting to know you wonderful gals and sharing this 'blissfull' pregnancy thing together (even though we dont have much more to go, yippy!).
Kirstin
PS:how do you get thoughs little tickers that appear at the bottom of your postings?

[vthompson]

Just wanted to check in today. I have an NST this afternoon so I will post after that. I have them weekly now. DH stayed home so we have just been lounging all morning.

Allison - I admire your strength and outlook on what has happened. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I truly appreciate you posting and sharing your experience with us. I know that had to be very difficult for you. I looked at Gianna's pictures. She is adorable!

Valerie

[Tiny Blessings]

Hi everyone...I'm here! Just having a busy week and very tired. Had my first NST at the hospital yesterday...everything was fine. Had a cervix check and she said things were fine..a little soft, but not open. Going in for a level II next week...

Allison's story haunts me. My heart aches for her and I cry reading her posts and thinking about what she must be going through. I have never experienced what she is going through, but did experience coming withing moments of losing my first son several times after he was born prior to his diagnosis and surgery and I am just flooded with emotion whenever I think of her. Allison, my prayers are with you and if you need someone to talk to please know that I am here.

Lisa, your belly pics are great...you look wonderful! I took a few new ones last week so I will try to update my ticker later. For now, I really need a nap...

take care everyone...

Tina

[AndreaR]

Allison - Thank you so much for posting. It must have been difficult for you to relive your experience again as you typed. I think about you and your family every day. Gianna is gorgeous, and she seems to be doing very well.

Jason - Glad you posted! It sounds like your wife is doing well. I'm sure it's because of the great care you are giving her. You really are a wonderful husband.

Steph - Good to hear from you; glad you are okay. I am right there with you with all of your sensations, aches, and pains right now. Well, everything except the itching. That sounds awful. I'm so sorry.

Daniele - congrats on the weights! And it's great to hear from you, too.

Ters - It sounds like you are feeling more comfortable about your doctor situation. I'm glad to hear that they're seeing you tomorrow. Let us know how it goes.

Sherry - Glad you posted! I was getting worried. I am with the other Andrea; I can't picture what you mean about the sling. Send us a picture!! Good luck with your appointments today and tomorrow. Keep us posted.

Andrea - My nerves are getting worse and worse every day, too. I keep freaking out every time I realize that I am going to be responsible for not one, but two people in five weeks! I am too old for this! Seriously, I had the conscious thought the other day, "I don't want them." It's because I am so afraid. I have always been afraid of any major challenge or risk. I know it's going to be wonderful, but I'm still petrified. Please tell me I'm not alone.

CanadianChick - Welcome and congratulations on your twins. Great weights on your girls! I feel the same way about my own weight gain. I have gained 70 pounds. It's incredible to me when I see it in black & white like that. My doctors are not concerned one bit. As long as my babies keep growing, they are thrilled. They both tell me that the weight will come off. But they are both men.....

I went for an NST/BPP and to see my OB today. The girls both scored 8/8 - they were moving around like crazy. I am measuring 41 weeks. No contractions. I am very happy that there are no concerns. I just wish June 1 would hurry up and get here (but wait, didn't I just say I was scared and didn't want the babies to come???)!

Well, I'm exhausted and my feet feel swollen, so I'm off to bed with lots of H20.

Keep up the great work everyone!

AndreaR

[CanadianChick]

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[megzmom]

Hi. Just wanted to check in. Some of you are soo good at responding to everyone. I am so bad at that, sorry. I really think about you all day. Just don't have time during school to write down info and I don't have a computer at home.

Body is changing so fast. I pretty much have an outie that hasn't popped out all the way. Sticks out farther when I got to go pee!

I don't think the babies have really dropped but Baby A Zach is now punching down there and every time he moves/stretches he make B Ben wake up and he moves my right side out which is killing the ribs.

I forgot about the ball but I am going out a buying it for the back pain. I want to try the stretching/sheet thing to get them out of the ribs.

Heartburn=loss of appetite. Alot of you have had this for a while. I am just really starting to suffer.

School is still there. Threatened kids with death today. And some behavior problem kids were out so today wasn't as bad. Other teachers have been so supportive. I am really just going through the motions.

Nursery-DONE!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah. MIL came down and on Monday dh had off. Everything on my list got done! Love her!!! Both beds are up and have bedding (just need skirting). Clothes are washed and organized. Hospital bag for both babies and me are done. Except my clothes. I am so ready. Now I have to wait and cook. After next Friday, I am going to start filling in some of their scrapbook (got premade pages for my shower). The teachers here were so creative.

[swineland]

Hey everyone...off for a nap soon, but wanted to share the update from today's Level II.

The boys are looking really good, each with a weight of 4 lb. 5 oz! My cervix is long and closed and so I won't be "going" anytime soon (thank goodness). Evan (Baby A) is breech, with his head on my left side and Bailey (Baby B) is transverse, also with his head on my left side. So, given that I'm 32 weeks and the chance of them turning completely around and being head-down for a vaginal delivery just went out the window, looks like a probable C-section for moi. I was sorta prepared for that, but I'm definitely going to do a little more research now that my odds of a section are so great.

This momma is bushed and ready for a nap. Talk to you all soon!
Steph

p.s. anyone else having breathing trouble?? I just cannot catch my breath half the time......

[qbanmom5]

Allison: thank you so much for your post. It must have been very difficult for you to relive it and I very much appreciate all of your information. I am soooo sorry for your loss. All I can say is that God wanted Giavanna to be an angel to watch over her sister and be with her always in spirit. I know the emptiness inside will be hard to fill and you may never feel satisfied with answers, but know that Giavanna's spirit will be always in your heart.

I am feeling pretty good today despite the emotional roller coaster. Everything seems to really be sinking in and I get sooo overwhelmed with the thought that my kids will be home all summer and I will need to care for, feed, and spend time with kids all while getting used to mothering again and devoting myself to the twins. I don't know if I will have time to make meals, clean up, sleep, etc. Dh is feeling it tooo since he has been working a lot so he can take time off when the twins come but he gets all stressed when the house is messy and I know he knows I can't be cleaning it up but he feels that after a long day at work he is tooo tired to scrub toilets and mop floors. I wish that I had more help but I would have to hire someone and can't really afford it right now. I thank God every day for being blessed but also wonder how we are going to make it through. THen I think of Allison and want to take back anything negative I think or feel. UUUGGHHH. And I am in soo much more pain now than even 1-2 weeks ago and part of me wants them born now and part of me wants 6 more months....


I will let you all know how it goes tomorrow at the Dr's . I am going to call the hospital now and check in on my friend who was having her c-section today. Talk to you later, Ters

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[twinsmakethree]

Andrea check

I am here just very exhausted although i slept well. I will try to post more later on or tomorrow after my level 2

I hope all is well with everyone


andrea

[PaulaP]

Hi to all again. I've been catching up on all of the posts and I have a few questions. What is BPP? Is this something that I am supposed to know about? I also noticed that many of you go to a peri and OB. Is it ok to only go to OB?

Baby Weightsand my weight: I had my last u/s last Tue. (18th) just before I entered my 31st week. Baby A is about 3-12 and B is about 3-13. Does that sound ok to ya'll? Everyone tells me that I do not look big enough to have twins and believe it or not, that makes me feel nervous instead of happy. I've gained 40+ pounds, so what in the world?? I am carrying them all in the front, but people make me so scared when they say that. When I asked my dr.about it a month or so ago, she said that I am fine. She has women that cry because they're too big and those that cry when they're too small. That made me feel better, but now, I expected to be waddling and have lots of bodily complaints. Granted, I am on bedrest and I do not do anything all day long, but I guess I just had a different picture in my mind of what I would look like at this point. Also, this is my first pregnancy and I had lost about 60 pounds before I got pregnant. But I know many small framed women that blew way up when they got preg. If anyone can give me input on this I would really appreciate it.

Allison, I know that you are not familiar with me, but you and your family are in my prayers. Please take care.

Heather, I am also (or was!!!) a teacher. I do not know how you are still trudging along. My kids had almost done me in before I got put on bedrest. God Bless You! My assistant teacher came by to see me yesterday and I realized that though I don't love the bedrest at times, I do not miss school. Hang in there!

Valerie, my dr. just told me bedrest which they defined as no strenuous activity at all. I could take a shower and go to the bathroom and that's it. I am not to sit up long at all, so I really don't since I get up to go to the bathroom so much anyway.

Sorry for the long post. Hope I didn't bore anyone!

-Paula

[sgarrett]

Andrea R

I know what you mean about being scared of the babies coming. I have a 17 year old son, and my husband and I had trouble getting pregnant this time around. I was soo excited to get pregnant and now I get so worried and scared about two! Than I feel guilty for feeling that way b/c this is something I wanted so bad. Emotional rollercoster I guess. I wish I had found this website earlier, it does help to realize how many other people are going through the same types of physical woes and emotional ones.

Staci G

[TMoT]

Hi, Gals. Can't even get it up to read all the posts now, but I PROMISE I will tomorrow! Just had a busy day -- ob visit, more unpacking/building/organizing/cleaning, then dinner out with dh -- so I'm pooped! But, our OB appt today went really well. GD test was negative :clap: , babies are growing, Baby A is head-down, and Baby B is transverse-heading-down too!

Other big news is that doc and I talked about tying my tubes :eek: if I end up needing a cesearean (and even if I don't), so I'm thinking about this very seriously now -- God willing that all is fine with the twins birth and thereafter... It's kind of a sad prospect to consider (esp during pg, of all things!), but I think I'm ready for it. Anyway, we will see...

The "Sling": I'm afraid I don't have a picture, but lemme see if I can describe it a bit better maybe... In fact, what you do is take a big sheet, roll it up like a "cord" and tie the ends together (making a big, closed "loop"/circle out of the sheet). Throw the knotted end of the sheet over the top of a door in the center. Then close the door (towards you), causing the sling to become stuck in the door (because of the knot hanging over the other side) and to hang down the door from above you, like a big noose. Sit on a chair w/hot-water bottle (or ball) facing the door, put your head/arms through the sling so it "catches" you just under your armpits, going across your back, and so you can "dangle" from it just a bit while sitting. Hold on to the sling further up with your arms outstretched (like on a swing), with your back supported by the sling. Trick is that the sling should be long enough to support you from under your armpits going across your back, but short enough so you can stretch out your back/ribcage while "hanging" from it. Then, you rock/roll your pelvis around on the hot-water bottle while giving your back/rib-cage a good stretch from being in/holding onto the sling.

Does this make it any clearer? Or is it just more confusing??!?!! I started work on my own sling today, but couldn't find the bike-pump to pump up my ball, so the project got stalled. I promise to take a picture when I get it done though, in case my explanation above wasn't "graphic" enough...! Unfortunately, it's quite a simple thing! Just a knotted sheet dangling from the back of a door, in fact! But, it's much harder to describe than to see it and just do it. So, I promise I'll get you all a picture when I manage to put a sling together for me, and hope that'll help....! (?!)

Well, I'm off to bed now. I'm sorry I'm too tired to respond to any posts, but I will definitely do that tomorrow. I have a u/s appt tomorrow too, so that'll be a good opportunity to write...! ;-)

Till then, love and keep cooking! ;-)

PS I've gained 8lbs in the last 3wks which brings me to a whopping total of ***187 pounds*** for this pg!!!! :eek: I'm usually 130-135lbs, so this is truly dramatic! And I don't even feel like I'm eating a lot these days -- plus still walking and everything! (?!!)!! 8o)

[vthompson]

I had an NST today and everything looks good. My ob got the results from my level II last week and both babies scored 8/8 on their BPP. Also, after the peri told us that the babies were on the small size, the computer actually put them at larger weights. As of last Friday, Kayley weighed 3lbs 13oz and Corey weighed 3lbs 12oz. My ob was very happy with these weights and told us not to worry at all. During the NST, Kayley had the hiccups and you could hear them on the heartbeat monitor, it was weird.

Well, I feel bad for not responding to everyone but I am pretty tired. I am glad that everyone is doing pretty good, except for all our usual issues. Lisa, I am so happy that tomorrow is your last day of work. Welcome to the new moms!!

I will check in tomorrow.

Valerie

[allyf8903]

I didnt want to post my story at first, but I wanted you all to know how truely lucky we all are to have been blessed with mulitiple births. I have been laying low. Going to hospital when I can and see my Gianna and hoping that maybe she will be coming home that day. I think that it wont be long from what the nurses say. From what they see (they cant say for sure) but they seem to think that maybe she will be home this week. that means i have to go through the bedroom and get out the double clothes. i am going to donate them to the hospital b/c if Giavanna cant wear them I dont want them here. I have some onezies and a few outfits that people have bought. I have to bring myself to do it. breaks my heart...

Allison
Adrianna 8-9-03
Gianna 4-14-06
Giavanna (Angel) 4-14-06

[Tiny Blessings]

Hi girls...

just checking in on the posts since yesterday.

Felicia, I did the same thing with not telling anyone I was in labor...only my DH and I knew that our little one had arrived and then we shared some quiet moments together as a family with noone else around. It was a very special time that I cherish. If you don't want anyone there, go with that. Everyone is different and folks needs to respect the wishes of the mother and father as it it THEIR moment. I am too private to want anyone other than my husband...including my mother...in the room with me. Gosh..if I could do it myself instead of having several nurses and a doc staring at my freakin crocth for several hours I would do so?! LOL... But seriously, there is nothing wrong with keeping the big event private so that you can relish a few moments of joy and happiness before all of the hubbub begins. I know that some people view this differently and want all kinds of folks there, and that is fine for them and I encourage every woman to do exactly what feels right to her. I guess what I am trying to say is that it is okay to do what feels right for you and if this keeps things peaceful and less stressful for you, than you are on the right track with your plan to keep things quiet until you are ready for others to know. Good luck.... :throb:

Val: great news on the BPP and NST and those weights sound terrific! :clap: Hooray!

Sherry:My DH and I talked about the tube issue, too. It is a weird thing to be faced with, isn't it? But it seems logical to tackle it when you are already hospitalized. Kinda makes me more aware of my ever increasing age and face reality more than I would like to. I don't think of myself as older, but somehow the years keep creeping up on me when I am not looking! LOL. But I am not ready to close that door just yet...I'm only 26 in my heart, but in reality I am 35.

Paula: BPP is the biophysical profile (usually part of the Level II u/s along with the measurements and weights that are taken) The babies are assigned a score of 1 or 2 in four different areas such as fetal breathing movements, body movement, tone and amniotic fluid levels, resulting in a possible score of 8 if all are okay. I don't see a peri either. In fact, I had never heard of a peri until I logged onto this board. One of the other ladies can shed more light, but from my understanding a peri would be more likely used if there were fertility issues?

Lisa: what a nice surprise to have a shower at work...and that time out bear sounds so cute!

Steph: your weights sound good! :yippee: My babies are in the same positon as yours only my Baby B is transerse with his head to my right. I think several others have posted that this is the case for them, too (heather and Sherry, maybe?). I am still hoping that my B will flip down, but worry that with each passing week he is running out of room to do so...We'll see!

okay...sorry for the others that I missed...gotta get some paperwork done!

Tina

[AndreaR]

AndreaR - check!

Heather - I don't know how you do it at school every day. God bless you. That is great that you have everything in the nursery done, and your bags packed! AND YOU WORK EVERY DAY! You (and Lisa, and Felisha, and....) truly amaze me. We haven't finished the nursery yet (although we're making progress), no bags are packed, no diapers/wipes/anything practical purchased. And I'm home all day!

Steph - Congrats on the great appointment. My girls are in the exact same position as your boys. It makes my stomach look like triangular, instead of round. I am having a c-section no matter what position they're in, so I haven't worried about them moving, but the nurse yesterday said they probably won't move out of position now; they're running out of room (but Felisha is the same week as us, and one of her babies turned around, so who knows). I am having much more trouble breathing these days, especially when I lay down, which I think is weird.

Lisa - YAY! No more work! I don't know how you've made it this long; I really don't. It sounds like you got great stuff for the babies, and very cool that it's stuff for when they're older. Maybe you could put the "time-out" bear away until you need to use it for discipline? That way they won't get attached to it. I'm sure you'll be getting plenty of other stuffed animals for them to cuddle before they're ready for time outs.

Paula - BPP is bio-physical profile. It is a test they do via ultrasound, checking for 4 (or 5?) different things. I can't remember them all, but one is movement and one is amniotic fluid level. I think your weights are great for 31 weeks. They are both almost four pounds! It sounds like your body was made to carry twins - good for you! Do not worry that you don't waddle and that you aren't very uncomfortable. You still have weeks to go, so your time will probably come. ha ha.

Sherry - I get it now (the sling)... I still want to see a picture of you in it, though. ha ha. Seriously, let us know if it works for you. I feel like I'm not eating as much, but I'm still gaining weight, too. For me, I know it's a lot of fluid.

Valerie - Congrats on the great results! Could you feel it when the baby had the hiccups? My sisters always ask me if I've felt them have the hiccups, but I don't know if I have. What does it feel like??

Felisha - Sorry to hear you've been feeling so sick. Maybe it's all the pills you have to take? And I'm sorry about the situation with your mother. I don't really know what to say. You know her best and you need to do whatever is right for you and your delivery. Who are you planning to have with you during delivery? Actually, that's a question I have for everyone... I am just planning on DH being there with me, but a few people have asked me if I was going to have someone else there taking pictures... I don't really want pictures of my belly cut open, thanks very much. I'm happy to wait for them to sew me back up and clean up the babies before any photos are snapped. Is that wrong?

Allison - It sounds like Gianna will be home with you very soon. That's great news. I can only imagine what it must feel like to see all of the double stuff. I think donating it to the hospital is a wonderful idea. Your strength is truly inspiring. I wanted to say that I really admire you for sticking around this board. We all love you and love hearing from you.

Everyone else - take it easy, keep cooking, and please post if you can, just to let us know you are okay.

AndreaR

[LucasMom]

Hey all,

Just checking in. Glad to see everyone is still hanging in, and that teresa is doing well with the babies. I am feeling the end coming near, but I feel like part of me thinks they could just stay in there if they want, like it will never end. At my BPP and NSt on Monday, I was contracting every five minutes, but cervix was still 1 cm and 60 % so still no babies. Doc thinks soon though. Getting tired, and excited!

Still at work, so just saying hi. Will try to post a pic I took yesterday. I look huge!

Mindy

[vthompson]

Andrea R - I did not really know what the hiccups felt like until the nurse said she was having them and asked if I felt them. It felt like little taps, but they were in a pattern, with equal amounts of time in between. It was a really funny feeling! As for the delivery room, I am with you. I only want DH in there. After active labor begins, I really don't want anyone coming back to see us either. I am just very private and want to share this experience with DH only. However, I know that other people are different.

Allison - I think donating the doubles is a really great idea. I cannot imagine how hard it will be for you. Try and stay as strong as you have been and know that we are all praying for you. I truly admire you!

Felisha - I do think that part of you feeling icky has to do with all the meds. However, I am also having a lot of nausea problems. I think the babies are just pushing on everything and causing lots of tummy problems in there!! I do not blame you for not wanting your mom in the room with you. Only you know what makes you feel comfortable. Don't let anyone else try to tell you what is best.

I will check back later.
Valerie

[LucasMom]

Here is a pic of my big belly!



http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/Mindyrnunez/untitled.jpg

[vthompson]

Mindy,
You look really good in your picture!

Valerie

[LucasMom]

Thanks Val...I feel like a house! Last pregnancy I took pictures every month and was so happy to take them, and this time, I just felt so BIG! But seeing as how it can end any day, I want some memory of it.

[twinsmakethree]

Hey everyone

Just wanted to give you my babies updates. Baby A (Nusaybah) is still had down she weighs appx. 4.9llbs. They are off a little because her head is so far down they cant get the whole measurement, so they say she maybe a little bigger then that. She was still practicing her breathing. VAl i just found out about how the hiccups feel as well. She gets them all the time, at first i thought she was just bored down there kicking me for entertainment.

Baby B(Ruwaydah) is in a funny position between transverse and head down it looks kinda crazy actually. She is 5 llbs!!! And was being very stubborn but finally we were able to make sure she is practicing her breathing as well

All in all everyone is doing fine. I still can barely walk but hey the price we pay right!

Allison- Gianna sounds like she is doing extremely well. Giving the clothes to the hospital is a good idea!

Mindy- time is coming huh! I wish I knew if I dialated yet my dr. did not check me but I go next week i know my contractions are more frequent than before but nothing strong. Has anyone found that they contract when they have to urinate? Maybe its just a coincidence

Congrats everyone on the reat appointments I dont want to rush ahead by saying this but it seems this board has been doing very well with our cooking, even our early babies have been extremely strong, keep it up everyone!

Andrea

[TMoT]

Sherry: Check!

Had another SUPER busy day and I'm bushed! :-( I read through the posts and want to respond to all you lovelies (as I promised), but I'm afraid I'm too tired again... :-((

Wanted to make sure I wrote a special note to you, Allison, for being so brave and sweet about sharing your story with us. :throb: Allison, you have been through so much and been so courageous, I am really in awe of you. I hope you feel us all right there in spirit with you while you go through these very trying and emotional times. Your fortitude is amazing and I have made you my personal heroine. Please embrace these precious moments to the fullest (even the painful ones), and your inner strength and blossoming love for little Gianna will certainly get you through. Love, love and more love to you all!

Felisha, I really think those antibiotics are probably getting you down, although uti's have a way of taking the zip outta anyone. Hope it passes soon... ...And about your delivery, by all means you should really do what feels good to you. It's such a private/personal time, as Tina wrote. Just stick with your own feelings and you'll feel best about it all, for sure.

Great news on all the baby check-ups! Congrats, everyone!!! Today, my lovelies weighed in at 3.25lbs (Baby GIRL!) and 3.00lbs (Baby Boy), and got a glowing report from the u/s OB. :-) I'm so proud of them!

I also managed to get some shopping in for prego mommy clothes (almost all black - ahem! - but in linen, at least!), and had a surprise SUSHI (!!) lunch with a very good pal. :-) That was nice. ...Had a late-evening visit to a friend's house who gave us PILES of baby clothes and hardware (including the Avent hand breast-pump I've been wanting to get!) too. That was also really nice. :-)

Anyways, that's why I'm tuckered out. DH will be home for the long-weekend, too, so I see us being busy, but I'll try to check in again and say a more personal "hi" to everyone here I'm still thinking about... Sorry, Ladies.

Take good care of yourselves and "talk" to you soon! xox

[twnz4atwn]

just wanted to introduce myself.. im a newbie here. my name is brandi and im originally from tx but have lived in nv for about a year. i have a twin brother and am expecting twin boys in june. i found your blog while looking for some answers about the ffn test i took. how wonderful that yall support each other.. its nice to know there are other people with the same questions!
anyway, look forward to reading more of your stories.. good luck to each of you!

[vthompson]

It sure is quiet on here today. It must be the nice weather. It is 72 here in Cleveland today!! My DH is watching the NFL draft with my brother and it is BORING!! So, I decided to check in. I am officially 32 weeks today! I feel like I have reached a milestone, although I know 34 is even a bigger one, it helps me get through the weeks to count down.

Lisa - HOORAY!!! :clap: I am so glad that you are done working. although I know it is bittersweet. You body needs the rest. I cannot believe you lasted as long as you did. I did not have the same strength as you!! Now that you are feel like delivery is approaching, you better check in once a day or I will worry about you.

Brandi - Welcome to the board!! We are glad to have you. Sherry, another mom on here is also a twin like you.

Sherry and Andrea - Congrats on the babies' weights and check ups! Things seem to be going really well!!

Talk to everyone later!

Valerie

[twinsmakethree]

Hi Ladies

just checking in Last night was pretty rough I got alot of contractions they were frequent though just enough to wake me up every hour. My husband thought it was time but i think it was just from all the activity from yesterday. I was really in pain yesterday from having to walk so much.

Lisa congrats on 34 weeks believe me i know how you feel i really believe 34 weeks is the time our body is Like come on now enough is enough! I am really uncomfortable now and ready to go even though I know two or three weeks would be better. We'll see

Hi brandi welcome to the board!

Well today is a recuperating day for me so im off back to watching the nets game hope everyone is enjoying their weekend

Andrea

[teresa67]

Thank you to all you ladies who checked in on me on the may board:throb:

I hope all of you are doing well and still cooking.

The girls are fine, they are eating most of their feedings and I believe we will be home by Monday:xfingers:

I'm pumping for them and it is going well:yippee:

Hope to post from home soon.

[TMoT]

Hi, Gals. Another busy day -- that makes THREE in a row! And I feel it! :-( I haven't been able to drink as much water as usual, either, and I woke up all swollen -- feet and hands -- and _grumpy_ this morning. :-( Tried to be careful today, but we spent FIVE HOURS in the Baby2000 (BRU equivalent) making our baby-list, and it was completely DRAINING. :-( Thought I was gonna croak. Afterwards, we managed to quickly get some food in us (salmon ;-)) and then finished with a grocery store trip!! ...You never notice how HUGE a grocery store is until you have to make it around with 60 extra pounds on you and walking. Ugh. It was awful.

Anyways. We managed to close in on the big decisions still left about our baby items and will be able to put everything on a formal List this coming week. :yippee: Notice how LATE we are with this, but as I told you all, Belgians don't buy baby-list stuff until AFTER the birth...! Has me truly panicking about how we're going to acquire (and pay for!?) all the things we'll need to have on-hand when the babies arrive! Ugh, again. And after all those IKEA purchases too... *sigh*

Still unpacking and cleaning up "dh's" rec room/office, but I'll post some pictures when stuff is more in order. All this running around just has me so exhausted, at the end of the day, I can't bear to look at the boxes that need attention. :-( So, I keep putting it off.... I suppose the nesting instinct will kick in again this coming week (maybe Monday even!), and I'll be able to wrap things up... We just got that load of baby things from friends too, and I'm going to have to force myself to wash it all, etc., etc., as well. *sigh* Nesting is difficult business!!!!!!!

Well, CONGRATS TO YOU, Lisa for having wrapped up work(ing outside the home for money)!!!! So touching that even your boss cried!!! :-) In a couple more weeks the REAL work will start, if you ask me, ;-) so take your time to breathe, relax and just "jell" as much as you possibly can (!!??!) till then. I understand ALL of our impatience about getting these babies OUT, but I can promise you, as hard/uncomfortable as things are now, Life is only going to get magnitudes more demanding when those lovely little (in your case, BOYSx2!!!) monsters arrive, so we really need to do our best to make the most of these last few _quiet_ weeks....!(?) ;-)))

Whew, Andrea, HANG IN THERE!!!!! All this talk of BH is making me anxious!!!! :crazy: *reaching for water-bottle* Your post reminded me that even though Teresa's babies weighed in at almost six pounds a piece at 34 weeks, they still needed to stay in nicu for getting that sucking reflex going (don't even know if they're home yet... TERESA?????)! So (again, sorry!), just try to bear in mind that a few more DAYS (couple weeks??) of misery in our lives could translate into weeks (months?) of greater comfort and better health for our little muffins... Maybe that will help to keep you/all of us (?!) calm and "zen" up till a very RIPE Big Moment...??? :throb:

Regardless of what we've experienced here, full-term for twins is still considered *38 Weeks*. I know it's getting hard (beyond words), but let's try to keep our eye on "the prize," eh Ladies? What do you think?????

Brandi, so cool to "meet" another twin having twins on our thread here -- and with due dates so close! (I guess we're about a month apart, but still....!) I imagine your little boys are frat too then? ;-) We're expecting a b/g for end-June (but mid-July =40wks)... Are there lots of twins in your family??? My aunt/uncle are twins, sister and I are twins, and my younger sister had g/g twins just two years ago...! I guess I should have seen this coming (esp because I'm 39 and the odds of having twins go up with age!), but I was still shocked! As I say, "not surprised, necessarily, but still SHOCKED"!!! ;-) Well, welcome aboard!! CONGRATULATIONS on becoming a Twin Mommy of Twins :) , and I really hope your pg is going well!!!!

Mindy, you DO look super in your pic! "Rond and gezond"! GOOD for you!!:clap:

Take good care, Ladies. Stay STRONG, focused, and keep cooking!!! xox

[TMoT]

Teresa!!! ESP!!!! SO glad to hear the news about the Little Angels coming home soon! ...How are their weights now? How are you feeling??

Big hug and lots of love!!!!!

[qbanmom5]

Hi All!

Just checking in...all is o.k. Dr.s appt. went pretty well yesterday. He was reassuring and I felt better about it. Also, I ran into 2 of his other patients at the peri's office. He delivered both of their kids before and they actually loved him and requested him again. Both also said their hospital experience was wonderful and they were treated like queens. I felt really good after that. I am so proud of you all for hanging in there. I know I am a few weeks behind most of you since I am due in late June and I feel soooo uncomfortable. You all are real troopers!! The crotch pain is almost unbearable now, and when I have been sitting or laying for a while it is soooo painful to get up and walk. I can only imagine what the next weeks have in store for me! At least I have my 32 week milestone coming up on Tuesday (yeah). Not that I want them to come so soon but it is reassuring that with each day their chances get better and better (and they get bigger and bigger).

We are back to the drawing board with the name game (that should make you feel better Sherry). DH says if she is Scarlett he has to be Rhett. So, I got upset and said "then she's not Scarlett". We will see what happens.

Ta-ta for now, Ters

[sgarrett]

I was just curious, I am new to this board and I see alot of people mentioning going to see their peri in addition to their OB. What is a peri? I only see my OB doc.

[LucasMom]

Hey ladies,

Slow going around here. I guess everyone is too uncomfortable to sit down and type!

Ters- So glad you are feeling more comfortable with the Doc! It is so much more reassuring when you don't have to worry about this stuff going in. Labor should be a cool and memorable part of your pregnancy experience.

Sgarrett- Alot of ladies on here see a perinatologist (high risk OB basically), I was concerned because I have never seen one either, but upon questioning my OB about it, I was told that not all twins are high risk, and different docs will treat it differently. If you have never had any issues so far in pregnancy, ie; assistance with pregnancy, diabetes, high blood pressure, signs of TTTS, etc., your doc may feel there is no cause for concern. Each one treats it differently, but be sure to ask, if you feel like you'd like more info on it.

I am feeling full of babies! I have now officially convinced myself that these guys are NEVER going to really come out. They are both head down, and I am not scared about labor at all except for (strangely) the epidural. Weird because I have a very bad back and get epidurals when not pregnant to alleviate pressure between discs, and I am not afraid of them, but the last pregnancy with my son, the anesthesiologist was very mean and tried three separate times, and the epidural never took. Only bad part of the whole experience. People keep asking me when I think I'll go and at this point, I have no idea. I keep waiting for some kind of sign, but these guys are staying put!

Dh told me last night at 11:30 that the inlaws are coming to visit today from Brooklyn. Asked if I minded...um...loaded question. If I say no, I am the bad guy, if I say yes then what happens after then arrive will be my fault because I said ok. My mother in law will no doubt make some really hurtful and disparraging comments to me, and maybe it will get me mad enough to start labor!:rotflmbo: Heres hoping!

Well, I've taken up enough space here. Through another week, and another month for that matter guys! Time IS moving, even though it doesn't always feel like it. Have a wonderful Sunday!

Hugs,
Mindy

[TMoT]

Ters, so glad your appt went well with doc and you got such good feedback about him. But so sorry you're suffering so much. I just find being uncomfortable now right next to breathing, so I try not to focus on it. I'm sure dh is SICK of my complaining anyway, but he'd never say so. He's such a sweetie. ...Some days it's really unbearable though. And, remember, I'm even two weeks _further_ "behind" than you. You ALL are incredible in my eyes! :clap: ...Sorry about the name-game too! :-( DH and I have basically agreed on Darius for our little boy :yippee: , but are still horn-locked over Little Girl...! :-((( For some reason, this morning (before I even read your post!), I was thinking you and I should just adopt eachother's "other" name -- so we both have a Scarlett and a Darius!!!! :rotflmbo: Would just make things easier. But our dhs just HAVE to go and be block-heads so we can't wrap this issue up neatly, don't they?!!!! ;-) Well, hang in there, dear, sweet lady!!!

Mindy, I guess if you just figure that the babies'll NEVER come out, when they do, they'll surprise you, right??!! lol That's probably the very BEST attitude to have these days -- just to keep your stamina and momentum going. GOOD FOR YOU!!!! ...Personally, I'm afraid of the epidural too!!! :-(( It's the only thing that'll almost certainly be a 'new feature' in this delivery that I haven't experienced before. And, frankly, I don't want one!!!!! :-((( Well, doc says it'll only happen if they're NOT both head-down, so we all need to work on that to make sure the dreaded epidural can be avoided. We'll see... ...DH springing the IL visit on you like that was pretty mean, imho! Why don't you focus on _that_ point when you reply to him than on really answering the question of whether or not you want the ILs to come over...?! ;-) How long will they be staying, anyway? If you ask me, that was pretty impertinent of them to arrange a visit (behind your back?!) for this precise period in the pg. DH should KNOW you need to be keeping a low profile, nesting, cocooning, etc., and NOT having to entertain visitors and unwelcome insults!!! :-( ...Well, I guess that means, in reality, you should tell him what you honestly think: That you'd rather he had discussed this question with you BEFORE the ILs were already "on their way"; that you'd rather not have ANY visitors at ALL at this point (and especially a nasty MIL -- your own or anyone elses!); and that he then can be responsible for taking care of them and keeping the peace in the household while they are there. He's really asking TOO much of you at this point, imho again, and if he wants to have his parents visit, I think HE should be responsible for (managing) the consequences of having made such a decision. (!!)

Whew. Didn't realize how strongly I'd react to your comment about the IL visit there, Mindy! Guess I'm just feeling a bit protective of you -- and of everyone on our thread at this point! Luckily, I adore my MIL. So, I wouldn't fear the same nastiness in a visit from her. Otoh, she would sooner err in the direction of NOT coming around (for fear she'd be imposing on us) than in coming when it wouldn't be "optimal" for everyone. So, I guess I'm pretty lucky there! (?!)

Btw, I'll get to find out more about my and MIL's interpersonal "chemistry" when the babies come anyway...! She's going to be working half-time as of June so she can be here in the afternoons to help me with the babies!!!!! :-)) I didn't even know she was planning to do this, so it was such a nice surprise when she told me! And it's even for "helping a family member on the basis of medical need," so she gets official leave from her job to do it. Isn't that awesome?!?!? She really is such an angel. I just know how it is (even if it's your own mother!) to have someone watching over your shoulder when you're doing what you think is "right" with your babies, when they have different experience, ideas, etc., etc. In situations like that, it takes a certain person to know when to "help out" and when to fade into the wood-work. Anyway. I'm really happy about the idea of MIL "being there," but I'm also anxious about being able to exercise my own "autonomy" on raising these babies without judgement (even silent) from someone else... Does anyone "get" what I mean?????

*sigh* I guess it'll all measure up to being a "plus" (especially if she helps with cooking, cleaning and taking care of the big boys) anyway, so I'm really relieved and happy. Just a bit anxious -- like everything, to one extent or another -- these days...!! ;-)

Well, that was a long post for not saying a whole lot! I guess I'm just making up for being in absentia these last few days!! And, btw (Andrea), I still haven't found the bike-pump so no pictures yet of the sling/ball idea! Wah! And I wanted to do that so badly!!!! Soon, I hope. Keep you posted.

xox all!

[Daniele'sTwins]

Hi everyone...well, I made it to the wedding of a friend of mine last night. I really wanted to go to that it was so important to me! Everyone kept asking me when I am due, I HATE answering that question! I just say in a couple of weeks, I don't dare tell them that I am not due until June!

I still have little to no energy lately. I just can't wait till these little guuys come! I want to kiss them and squeeze them!

Hope everyone is doing well.

[AndreaR]

Good morning, friends. I've noticed that we are getting more and more quiet as the days go on. I hope everyone is okay.

Ters - I'm happy that you are feeling more comfortable about the doctor situation. I just couldn't imagine you going into labor with someone you didn't feel comfortable with. I'm sure it was a relief to get some endorsements from other women. I felt the same way when I recently met a woman who had triplets with my OB and had nothing but wonderful things to say about him. I've really liked him from Day 1, but you can't beat hearing it from someone else. Sorry about the name dilemna - to you and Sherry. I don't know what to say (other than what I've said before, which is I think you should get the final say...).


Andrea - That must have been a little unnerving to have contractions all night long. It sounds like you handled it like a trooper. I would have freaked out!

Teresa - SOOO nice to hear from you. I am thrilled that things are going well and maybe the girls will be home TOMORROW! HOORAY!! Good luck. Keep posting, if you can. It is great to hear your experience.

Sherry - That is great about your MIL, that she is going to take time off to help you, and that you get along so well. I bet you will do fine w/ her in your house. You've already had two children, so you have plenty of baby-raising experience. I'm sure she'll be happy to help with all of the non-baby-related stuff so you can focus on your new boy & girl. My parents are going to move in for the first few weeks we are home. My mom has raised seven children and she's helped with almost all of the eleven grandchildren, so I'm REALLY looking forward to her being around. We've already had the talk about "what if you drive me crazy?" She told me just to tell her, and they'll go home for a day (or whatever). They only live an hour away. I feel so lucky - blessed really - to have them. My ILs live about 30 minutes away, and I know they will be helpful, too, but it's not the same as my own parents, you know? I'm so petrified of all of this, I just want my mommy! LOL

Mindy - I am feeling full of babies too. I just said that exact thing to DH yesterday, "I am sooo full. Not full of food, just full!" It won't be long now. Sorry about the surprise IL visit. I agree with Sherry that if your DH agreed to their visit, then he is in charge! You need to take it easy. Try not to let anything your MIL says too seriously. She's just your MIL. You are doing a fabulous job and nothing she says can change that. I, too, am very nervous about the epidural - more than the big ol' incision in my belly. When I had uterine surgery last year, I was put under general anesthesia. I keep watching the Discovery Channel hoping that the more epidurals I see, the more comfortable I get with the idea. It's not working.

Well, I should scoot. Today is my shower (finally!), so I have to start getting ready. As you know, it takes twice as long to do anything these days.

I hope you are having a great weekend. Please post if you can, just to let us know you are okay.... we are missing LOTS of ladies.

AndreaR

[AndreaR]

Danielle - we were posting at the same time. SO NICE TO HEAR FROM YOU! You have been very quiet, and I was beginning to worry. And, I am with you on the due date question.... Hang in there!

[mmzill]

Hey everyone!

I'm so glad you are all still hanging in there! My hats off to you all - I know you must be miserable! I actually read the posts more now then I used to. I have my pump set up at the computer, so every time I pump, I read all the posts......but then I hardly ever have time to respond. But at least it keeps me busy while I have to just sit here - I love seeing how you are all doing.

Well, the boys are 1 month old today!!!!! It's so hard to believe that they are that old. They are doing really well. Anthony is now at 3 lbs 9 oz - today I was nursing him and he actually felt like a real baby, like I was holding someone and not a doll or something. He seems to be taking to nursing better than Nathan, although Nathan has latched on a few times and done well also. Nathan is now 2 lbs 15 oz, so he's getting big also. I have been going back and forth to the hospital alot it seems. The dr wants me to try to nurse them every other feeding (except at night) then they are getting the gavage feeding on top of what they nurse, so I want them to nurse as much as possible to fatten them up.

On Thursday I actually nursed them both at the same time! Wow, that was quite the experience/sensation! I couldn't have done it without the nurses help though. Nathan was eating first, but then Anthony woke up and was hungry, so the nurse got him and positioned him and they were both on me :crazy: But it was doable.......and I felt quite proud of myself afterwards. :clap:

Well, I need to pump now and get some other things done while dd takes a nap.

Have a good rest of the weekend. Oh there are new pics http://photos.yahoo.com/mmzill

~Monica

[Tiny Blessings]

Just checking in...glad to hear from some of you MIA's and that everything is going okay. PHEW...

MOnica....how great to hear from you and the pics of the boys are heartwarming! You have such strength...I admire you!

Not much energy to write, just wanted to check in. Take it easy, ladies!

Tina

[qbanmom5]

Hi guys! Glad to hear from all of you! Feeling better today despite bad hip pain while sleeping on my side. I am sure you all know what I am talking about. I think Darius is a beautiful name! That would be cute Sherry if we each had a Scarlett and Darius. But these DH's think they have a say when their role in the whole thing is minimal-just kidding.

Mindy: You look awesome in your picture! I don't see any stretch marks either! way to go!

SGArrett: I have been seeing the peri since before I even knew I was having twins because I am 35. I don't know that I would see him as much (or at all) if I were younger and having twins. Don't worry.

Teresa: Hope your babies are home with you soon. Sounds like you all are doing great!

Everybody keep cooking! Can't wait to see who goes next !!!! There are a couple of you who are really close!!!!:yippee: :yippee: :yippee:

PS. Anyone else notice that these guys are moving all the time? It was easier to detect when they were sleeping and active when I had singletons but with these I feel movement all the time --even all night. I don't know if they keep each other up or what. Also, have you noticed times when they are either playing or fighting but definite movement on both sides taking turns like she kicks him, he smacks her, she smacks back. It is cute like they are playing ping pong in there.

Talk to you later, Ters

[newmomx2]

Been busy - I actually was in the ER on thursday night - I was having a lot of cramping and the doctor wanted to see me and then sent me to the ER - Good news I was closed long and 0% effaced ! Apparently I was partially dehydrated - and that was after having 80 oz by 2pm so ladies drink more water - till you float:spitwater

Yesterday I had a friend her husband and 2 little boys come visit - she helped vacuum - weeded the garden and even planted some flowers - YEAH..on top of all that he put our second crib together and she made lunch and dinner !!!

Today my ILs decided to 'drop' in with my DH grandpa - it was a nice visit - she kept saying are you okay - HELLO 34 1/2 weeks pregnant with twins and can't sleep what do you think... then she said you can't have them till after May 19th because that is her last day of work - I said hate to tell you but they will come when they are ready !!

Nathan and Anthony are soooo cute, glad to hear that they are doing well !

Andrea - I think of you as my due date buddy - are you starting to count down... I feel that if I can keep them in 2 more weeks then everyone should do well (that would by 36 1/2 weeks)...

Well I think I am going to take a nap before DH gets home - he is still working over time till 5/4 then he is off for 2 weeks ...hang on boys ...

[vthompson]

Hi Ladies (and Jason)! I have checked in a few times today but was too lazy to post!!! Glad to hear from some of our MIA mommy's!

Missy - I cannot believe you drank that much water and you were still dehydrated! That is crazy! I need to be drinking more!! I am glad that you and the babies are ok!!

Ters - It is amazing how much they move. Sometimes I wonder if they will have any kind of schedule when they are born!! I will get up at 3am to go the bathroom and it feels like a party is going on. But then, like yesterday, they were insanely active, and today they are much quieter, so who knows!!

Tina - Glad that you checked in today!!

Monica - Wow, the boys are getting so big! I loved your family photo. It was amazing to see all of you together. Good job on feeding both babies at the same time!! I am impressed! Make sure you keep updating us.

Lisa - My DH was also upset about the OSU player being drafted by the Steelers, I am sure you can understand!! :) For our shower, we got 2 OSU onesies. You should make sure you get PSU onesies and then we can send each other pictures!! As for the pool thing, I am not sure I would be comfortable putting the babies in a chlorine pool either. It just seems like their skin is so delicate. I am worried about having them outside and getting sunburned. You would really have to make sure you had a ton of sunscreen on them in the pool. Can newborns even wear sunscreen? I am glad that you posted today. I miss hearing from you!

Andrea R - I can't wait to hear all about the shower. Make sure you post!!

Daniele - Glad to hear from you!! You have been very quiet lately, but we appreciate you checking in. Otherwise, we worry!! Good for you for making it to a wedding! I hope you had fun!

Sherry - That is great news about your MIL coming to help, especially since you already have 2 children to care for.

Mindy - I think that is crap that your DH sprung the IL visit on you at the last minute!! Let us know how it turns out. I, like you, am afraid of the epidural, but more afraid of the pain to not get one!! I think the whole thought of delivery scares me, since it is my first time. I just want everything to go smoothly.

Teresa - So glad to hear from you!! We can't wait to hear if the babies get to come home tomorrow!! Make sure you post some pictures when you get a chance.

Andrea - You are certainly a brave and strong person! I would have been freaking out about the contractions. Make sure you keep us posted.

Sgarrett - I agree with someone else who said that every doctor is different. My ob said she treats every multiple pg as high risk and sends you to a peri. However, I have heard of other doctors that don't do that.

Ok ladies, I am off to watch the Cavs game! I will check in tomorrow!

Valerie

[twinsmakethree]

andrea- check!!

Hello everyone, well i am here after another awful night but i have resolved myself to my fate of these last weeks.

Val- sorry i cant take the compliment, last night i actually almost lost it. The babies felt like they were under my ribs and the contractions did not make it better. i might have been more upset because my DH slept through the whole thing. Then in the morning he ask how i felt i said irritable like last night but you wouldnt know he said well what could i have done I said nothing but at least i wouldnt be miserable alone!! I have gotten really selfish these last weeks:crazy:


Monica the family looks beautiful the boys are coming along very good keep it up!

Teresa I hope all goes well tomorrow and you and your family can celebrate a homecoming. hang in there

Ters the babies are moving constantly and im very happy about it. Today i was watching the lakers game and I think they were sleep and i startled them with my loud mouth( I am very interactive during basketball games) They began to move like crazy after awhile they settled back down. During the nightime it seems to be the most active i read that they are beginning to set their sleep pattern, so I am trying to pace myself now for sleepless nights

AndreaR- I hope you enjoy your shower, i am not having mine til after the babies are born. Although most people have brought my large items for me already I didnt want them to get the clothes until afterwards.

Sherry- Its great that you will have help from your MIL i wish my family or my DH's could come ( I think i do i m not sure about that!!) but they are in MD we are the only ones in NJ but my friends and DD and DH are wonderful. SLow to get things the way i want but wonderful nevertheless!

Lisa- Its funny because when i first heard the babies get hiccups i thought awe that is so adorable now Im not in awe at all the only thing i love about it is that it means they are practicing their breathing, so I look forward to feeling it then when i do im like ok thank you. They probably think their mother is crazy! i ask them to do something like move or hiccup and then I get annoyed!( but only a little:throb: )

Missy- Yes i feel like we are due date buddies as well, I always look to see if you have posted and what your babies are doing, I definately began my count down although my peri made it known anything less than 36 1/2 weeks she will try to stop my contractions so thats that! Really she doesnt want anything less than 37 weeks Im just trying to remain sane through out it all the closer I get the more anxious i become.

Felicia- dont work to hard. make sure you get rest when you feel like you need to. Do you have anyon helping you!!

Danielle- Glad to see you have chimed in and everything is well with you

Ok ladies Im off. Here's to a painless night and a laid back day!!

Andrea

[AndreaR]

Ladies - I'm so miserable - I have the worst acid reflux, and the Maalox isn't helping as it usually does. I feel like I could throw up (sorry, TMI). I don't know what to do. I am so tired from my long day, and I just want to go to sleep, but I can't.

I had a wonderful shower, but I'm just too tired and feel to yucky to post about it right now. I'll post later. thanks for listening.....as always.

AndreaR

[twnz4atwn]

hi again to everyone! hope everyone had a good weekend!

sherry - i only have a few twins in my family. my maternal grandma miscarried twins and my maternal grandpa has twin sisters... thats it except for me and my brother! i guess like u, i knew it was a good possibility so i wasnt "shocked" so to speak.. but surprised none the less lol the docs actually think the boys are sharing a placenta, which would make them identical. im pretty confused on that!!

ters - i dont have any other pregnancies to compare this one to, but i can tell you that these boys move ALOT!! i keep expecting it to slow down..everyone said they wont move as much as they grow and run outta room..but it seems the further along i get, the more they move. it does feel like that are fighting and playing in there!! sometimes, it feels like they are just under my skin and are about to poke right though lol

andrea - just wanted to say im with you on the sleeping issue!! i didnt sleep that great before i got pregnant and now its a chore to get comfortable and fall asleep..just to wake up and hour later for a bathroom break! and my dh.. snoozes right through it all!! sometimes i wanna just make a bunch of noise to wake him up cause i am !!

mindy - ive been seeing my peri since i was about 10 weeks for level II ultrasounds but only started the bpp two weeks ago. the first one i had showed i was having contractions every 5 mins too..but i wasnt even feeling them! ive been feeling some pretty strong ones (bh im guessing) at home but felt none of those.. just wondering if u were feeling ures that showed up? i did the ffn test after that and it was negative. they seem to think those are pretty accurate(?)

andrear - i hope u get to feeling better soon and get some decent rest!!

glad to see everyone else is doing well..

[TMoT]

WOW! So SUPER to hear from everyone!!!! :-)

Monica, your family photos brought tears to my eyes! :'-) Especially the ones of Nathan "kissing on" Anthony! They are so sweet! You have done such a fantastic job - and especially about the tandem nursing! Hooray!! :clap: You also LOOK simply beautiful and beaming! Keep up the great work, Mommy!!!

All the rest of you: WAY TO GO too!!!! I think what Lisa said is the most true: We can do this...! I'm so impressed by all of you, and my awe grows with each passing day -- knowing that it all still lies _ahead_ for me, while you ladies are going through it already! You are all doing SO AWESOME, and handling everything with such elegance (although, I'm sure it may not feel that way to you!)!! Keep up the great work, you all too, Mommies!!!!!

Lisa, my mom STILL talks about how my sister and I used to get each other "going" in her tummy when she was in her last trimester. "One would wake up, then the other would wake up, then it would be like there was a party going on in there...!" ... ;-) Think it's funny what Andrea wrote too: But, okay, ENOUGH now....! ;-) ...Btw, I don't know how you figure I'm "organized and energetic" (was it?!) -- when I feel like less than a big useless blob these days!! Dh says the same though (???!), when it's him who's actually doing my bidding and running around all the time! Hmmm. Actually sounds like I'm sittin' real pretty if you look at it from this perspective. Better just keep my mouth shut and enjoy the ride!! ...Anyways, so glad you wrote and hope the bbq was fun! Mmmm!!

Tina and Daniele, SO GREAT to hear from you! Thanks for checking in and sharing the secret code, Daniele, (="a couple weeks") for getting people to leave you alone about the due date issue!!!! I'm saying "still two more months" all the time, and kinda getting tired of explaining too -- already!!! ]-(

Ters, glad you and I see eye-to-eye on this naming thing!! Maybe we should impose a deadline (taking Andrea's suggestion), and after that, we'll have our same-name baby twins!!! :rotflmbo: You crack me up about dh's role being minimal! How do we diplomatically break that news to them though?!? ;-) LOL

Missy, whew! on that ER close-call! So glad you're still all buttoned-up in there, and I hope everything calms down now. Btw, I'm drinking more than a gallon of water a day (!), and my hands and feet are still swollen in the morning and evenings!!!! I'm going to up my intake anyway, but this is really getting out of control!!! :spitwater Btw, I love your attitude. As long as you keep drinking h2o, I'm sure those boys WILL listen to you and stay put! :D

Valerie, good to see a long post from you too!! Your energy inspires me! :-) OSU onesies! Hee hee! :crazy:

Felisha, so nice about the hospital visit for dd and you! ...I hope you didn't overdo ringing in Week 33 with all that cleaning though! Otoh, I understand the NEED to clean -- esp bathrooms and kitchen! Take it easy today then, okay??! And hrrmph rmph hrmph-mph :spitwater !! ;-)

Andrea, sorry about your sleepless nights and dh not being so empathetic (ar ar)! My dh is the same way and it makes me (unreasonably, I know!) mad too! We just want someone to suffer _with_ us, don't we?!? ;-) Well, I guess we know we're suffering with _each other_, but it's still a bit different!!!!!

AndreaR, so sorry about the reflux but glad the shower went so well! Can't wait to hear!!! ...I'm getting reflux pretty bad these days too -- and it really seems to depend on what I eat. I mean, I even get to the point (tmi) where I am "refraining" from barfing, but ICK! - seriously! Do you have the feeling that it depends on how the babies are positioned, or is it just ALL the time??? For me, it tends to come and go, but I'm going to try to cut down on eating acid-y stuff (tomatoe sauce! Wah!) and see if that helps for a start. ...And, you're right! I DO feel lucky that my MIL is going to be here when the babies come! And you ARE SOOO blessed about your Mommy being there! I'm envious, but I think I still got it pretty good too - considering how wonderful my mil is! Whew! :-)

Brandi, how strange that you are having identical twins! WOW! Seems wild that it would turn out this way, but I guess you'll know for sure (?!!) when they come out! How incredible!!!!!

...Well, nothing new to report about for me, in particular. Just finished "brunch" and OOPS getting that icky feeling again! Argh! ...Didn't accomplish much yesterday. Managed to write a "to do" list and finalize the baby-list though (!!). (That's already something isn't it??!!! ;-)) Might start on a few of those "to do" items today, IF I have the energy, before the boys get home tonight. They've been gone since Wednesday, though, and I miss them SOOO much! Can't wait!

So, enjoy your Labor Day, ladies (ar ar!), and keep cooking till the REAL labor day comes! ;-) xox

[LucasMom]

Okay, just typed a 20 minute long post, and LOST IT! So ANNOYING!

I'll post later.

Hope you are all well.

Mindy

[twinsmakethree]

Hello everyone thought i write a short post

Last night i had a beautiful night's sleep. Didnt do anything different Mercy was just shown on me I suppose. I had a couple of BH back to back but I was able to deal with it and guess what!??

I won the MVP award!!:clap: :clap: :clap:

Well in my dream i did anyway, the NBA gave me the MVP award and all the players were being interviewed on whether i deserved it and everyone was like yeah. Kobe Bryant said he11 yeah because I kept playing even through my contractions(yes I was big and pregnant) He said he knew I was contracting because he coud tell by my face I was in pain but the fact I didnt let that sstop me earned me the MVP :rotflmbo:

So I woke up pretty good being the mvp and all

Ok ladies Im going to do some nesting,I have a new strategdy, if i begin to do some projects myself( the little ones) maybe i can jumpstart my husband to do what i need him to do! we'll see

Ill talk later oh Mindy I use to lose my post too now i copy my post before i send it just in case, maybe that will work

have a good day ladies

Andrea

[vthompson]

Good morning everyone!! Some of you mentioned heartburn/acid reflux. My doctor told me last week that I could also take Zantac. It works REALLY well for me. Someone else also posted that Prilosec was ok to take. I don't know if this will work for anyone else but I thought I would mention it.

Sleeping problems - CHECK!!! Some nights seem even worse then others. It is very annoying.

Mindy - I have lost posts before and it is very annoying! I feel for you.

Sherry - Believe me, my energy is not as high as you think, but thanks for the compliment! :) Is is labor day in Germany? Our labor day in the US is not until September. I am glad that the boys are coming home, it has been a long time!

Twnz4atwn - Glad to hear from you!! I also had an ffn test a little while back. However, someone on this forum also had one and then delivered a few days later. So, I am not sure how accurate it it. However, it still eased my mind a little!!

Andrea R and Andrea - I am so sorry that you are both having such terrible nights of sleep! We are all here to listen!

Felisha - I cannot imagine what an emotional roller coaster the spina bifida must have been! I am glad that it turned out to be nothing. I remember when my mom had my oldest brother, she took me to a class like that at the hospital. I loved it! I am sure your DD really liked it, too!!

Nothing new to report here. I have an NST on Thursday, but nothing else scheduled for this week. I am going to go shower and I will check back in later!

Valerie

[vthompson]

Andrea - We must have been posting at the same time. That dream had me laughing out loud!!! :rotflmbo: I am a big bball fan, too, so I appreciated the humor!

Valerie

[EBTwinz]

I must have been posting at the same time as both Valerie and Andrea.

Andrea: That dream sounds hilarious!!! Congrats on being the MVP, that is a great honor! LOL!!!:rotflmbo:

[JacobsMom]

Hi Ladies,

Just wanted to pop in and let you know I'm still cooking - so far. The internet has been out at my house all weekend so I have been going crazy. Right now I'm sitting at a restaurant that has free WI-FI internet access. I have been here for 2 1/2 hours already doing some things for Jacob's school. It's getting into the lunch hour, so I will need to get out of here soon since they will be getting busy.

I go for my next Level II sonogram tomorrow morning. I am going to ask her to do a NST if she will. I have been feeling really weird and having uncomfortable sensations in my lower abdomen and back. I have no idea if I am having real contractions, Braxton Hicks, or it's just the babies moving around and it is so tight in there it's hurting when they move. I have really popped on out there and my skin is stretched so tight. I think these boys are going to be ready to come long before I am ready for them to! My inlaws are coming again this weekend for Jacob's musical at church. They are driving this time and my FIL is coming too so that means I also have to clean out the guest room where I have been stockpiling all of my baby stuff. My friend Pamela had said she could come help me on Wed, and possibly my friend Christy too. I think the three of us could get a lot done together. I'm hoping nothing comes up and they can come. I am so stressed over my house that I don't know what to do. I am about to the point of wanting to be on bedrest just so I don't have to deal with anything else! LOL!

Well I need to go. Sorry I don't have time to catch up on everybody. Hopefully my ISP will be up and running soon. I just didn't want anybody to worry that I had the babies already since I haven't posted in several days.

Later,
Stacey

[JacobsMom]

I was wondering if any of you had Baby Name books and if you could look up the meanings of some names for me. We are getting pretty close to narrowing them down, but I would like to have the meanings to help us decide.

Here is what I am looking for:

DAVID:

MARK:

WILLIAM:

TATE: happy/cheerful

MICHAEL:

DANIEL:

NOAH:

SIMON:

Thanks for your help.
Stacey

[vthompson]

Stacey - Here is what I found in the book I have...I hope it helps!

DAVID: beloved

MARK: combative

WILLIAM: staunch protector

TATE: happy/cheerful

MICHAEL: spiritual patron of soldiers

DANIEL: judged by God; spiritual

NOAH: peacemaker

SIMON: good listener; thoughtful

[vthompson]

Lisa - It does sound like our DHs have a lot in common, especially sports!! We are not deciding on a game until after the babies come but as soon as we do, I plan on letting you know so we can try and meet. I think that would be really cool!! I like the idea of dressing up like a Nittany Lion for Halloween! That would be really cute. Last year, it was insanely cold and rainy for the game we went to so we went to the bookstore and I bought some really cute Nittany Lion gloves. They look like Lion paws!!

Ok, well I will check in later!!

Valerie

[AndreaR]

Hi gals (and Jason).........

Lisa - welcome to the world of waiting around. Just kidding. I am so thankful that I am not working any more. There is no way in he11 that I would be able to right now. The antsy feeling comes and goes (for me anyway). I'm happy that I'm not on technical bedrest, so if I do feel antsy and energetic enough, I go to the store or something. Mostly though, I go back and forth between my bed, where I read or watch TV or here in the office, where I chat w/ you ladies.

Andrea - I am thrilled for you and your good night's sleep. And that dream. How hysterical! OF COURSE Kobe agreed that you should be MVP!!

Stacey - Thanks for checking in. Sorry about the internet issues. Hopefully they'll be resolved soon. Good luck with the ILs and getting ready for them. Good thing for great friends like yours who can help you with that stuff. Don't overdo it! I'm sure your ILs will be happy no matter where they have to sleep or even if they have to sleep among baby stuff. We have been storing all of our baby stuff in the dining room. I keep looking at it all and saying, "where the heck is it all going to go??" I like your names - good luck choosing!

Sherry - you do have more energy than any non-pregant woman I know. And, I too, live vicariously through you! It sounds much more glamorous to be pg in Europe, too. : ) Thank you for all of your advice and inspiration.

Acid reflux - thanks to everyone for the sympathy and the advice on meds. I still had it bad this morning. I am going to check in w/ my doctor about something stronger, like the stuff you all have recommended.

Well, a few of you asked for details about my shower yesterday...I'll try to make it brief, since I've already posted a bit.... It was wonderful. Such a special day. I didn't expect it to feel so special. Does anyone know what I mean? My sisters and sisters-in-law organized everything and they spared no details. They bought a blank book and asked everyone to sign it and give advice about being a mother/daughter/sister. People wrote the most amazing things. We got soooo many gifts. I've never seen so many pink outfits in my life! We also got a lot of the bigger items (carseats, snap 'n go, 2 pack 'n plays, 2 highchairs, a double jogging stroller (wow!)) DH came and stayed next to me the whole time (which was great), and we were both so overwhelmed by everyone's generosity. My favorite gifts were: a big wicker laundry basket filled with books (from my very best friend who came from NYC - seeing her was definitely a highlight); onesies with a picture of our dog on the front and the caption "I love my brother;" and my absolute favorite was from DH's 4 year old niece. She created a "book" of advice on how to take care of the babies. She did all of the illustrations and dictated the text to her older sister, who wrote it all out. Here is a tidbit that I will share with you: Make sure you put diapers on the babies and don't put them on the toilet, because they will fall in. How funny is that?? And we got a whole book of that kind of advice. She is too precious. She stood next to me the whole time I was opening gifts. She had to touch/feel everything. My energy was great the whole day. I didn't hit "the wall" until we got home. I was very thankful for that. Toward the end of the day, when people were all saying goodbye to me, I realized how blessed I am to have such loving friends and family around.

Have a good afternoon. I'm off for a nap, hopefully w/out any reflux.

AndreaR

[vthompson]

AndreaR - It sounds like you had a really nice shower! I think that book your niece made sounds adorable! When the twins get older they will love reading it. I really liked the idea of the basket of books. I just went through a bunch of my teaching stuff and pulled out books for the babies. However, I do not have any board books. I would love to get a gift of books.

Has anyone ever watched Bridezillas on WE? These women are CRAZY!!! Some of them are just plain *itchy!

I was wondering if anyone feels bruised on their tummy? I have one spot above my belly button where I often feel one of the babies' body parts and today I noticed it feels a little bruised...if that makes sense.

Valerie

[allyf8903]

thought i would drop a quick line and tell you that Gianna is home. This is not a good day for me to talk the last 2 days i have wanted to cry my eyes out now i have her home. I will write another day when I am "feeling" better if that actually happens. Glad to have her home and big sister Adrianna is coping very well!!!!

Allison
Adrianna 8-9-03
Gianna 4-14-06
Giavanna (my angel) 4-14-06

[sgarrett]

Thanks everyone for answering my peri question. I am definately going to mention it to my doc b/c I am 36.

Lisa: One of my babies moves constantly - the little girl - but my boy does not move near as much. It scares me, but the doc says not to worry. Twice on the ultrasound I have seen her kick her brother - once in the head! She is definately going to be bossy!

Monica: I went to your pic site and looked at the pics of the boys - they are so adorable I started crying! I am quite the emotional wimp these days.

I had two baby showers this weekend and they were wonderful. My sister in laws had the one for me Sat and they went all out. I cannot beleive all the stuff we got. 2 car seats, double stroller, 2 bouncy seats, swings, a rocker/recliner chair I had picked out etc...... They also played this game where they passed out pink and blue index cards to everyone with a number on it. If you got a blue one with the #3 you wrote a message to the boy (Aiden) for me to read him on his 3rd birthday. It was so cute. I have messages for both Aiden and Isabelle to read through their 12th birthdays!

My son plays high school Basketball and all the Bball moms threw a suprise shower for me yesterday. I could not beleive it, I thought I was going to a "parent bball meeting" I was so mad they scheduled one on Sunday!

I understand the MIL issues. I love my MIL she is so sweet, but she cannot get around very well and cannot get up and down our stairs yet she wants to come and stay a couple of weeks to "help" I do not want to hurt her feelings but she would really be making more work than helping!

I did not mean to type such a long message, I am thrilled to have found this website though. One question has anyone had their hands start to go numb? For the past week every night my hands go to sleep (I am glad some part of me is getting sleep!) It is so weird and today they are going to sleep on my while I am awake. I work out of my house and am on the computer all day and it is hard to type when your hands are all tingley! The ache too, really weird.

[newmomx2]

Just checking in..

Allison I am glad to hear that Gianna is home but I am sure it was a very bitter sweet moment for you - hopefully each day will get just a bit easier...

Andrea - your MVP dream was SO funny...also you said your doc will stop labor until 36 1/2 weeks mine won't stop after 34 so hoping my body holds out on its own.

AndreaR - your shower sounded so wonderfuly glad you had a good time. I would have loved a onsie with my Chocolate Lab on it !

Lisa - I bet you are glad you are not working but I can see why the transition is hard at first..I am still working from home 40 hours (at least close to that, I have transitioned so much work just in case I go early and now I don't have as much to do !)


Well I was at the doc today for my weekly appointment - and boy the weight is starting to pack on again ugh - I have gained 45 lbs and it is really getting hard to lug it around... No u/s but the heartbeats were good and I am measuring 43 weeks - YIKES. BP was back down and blood sugar and proteins in urine are still good. Doc said they will discuss inducing at 38 weeks - so 3 1/2 to go...he also said that even though both babies are head down if B starts to become much larger than A they will have to do a C section - next level II is not until 37 weeks...he said if I change my mind and want a c section he will do it - it is totally my choice

Well enough about me...where is Candy and Jill??/?

[newmomx2]

Sgarrett - We posted at the same time I started to have my hands go numb around 32 weeks - the doc said this is from fluid retention causing carpal tunnel - mine are asleep all night and I can't make a fist or open a jar until usually lunch time - they will also fall asleep when I am holding a phone...Doc said this could continue after they are born if I breast feed because fluid retention might stick around a little longer...

So you are not alone.

[twinsmakethree]

ok i know this is stupid but im hoping im not alone and if im not please let me know

I have a fear of waking up in a puddle of water because my water broke in my sleep all i can think of is my mattress being ruined!! I was thinking aboutgetting one of the crib mattress protectors and putting it under my sheets!! I feel so foolish.

andrea

[twinsmakethree]

hi i was just on the message board and i think it was ters who asked for a sample twin feeding schedule i saw this on the website i think lisa provided i hope its helpful


http://www.twinstuff.com/feedschd.htm


andrea

[qbanmom5]

Thank you so much Andrea. YOu are a doll!!! And don't worry about the soaking mattress. Although a mattress pad does sound like a good idea, maybe just some towels under the fitted sheet? Out of my 3 pregnancies so far my water has broken on its own only once. I don't know if it happens on its own more often with twins, though. Also if you are lying down I think it might be like a slow steady stream rather than a huge gush. Just a guess though since I was sitting at the toilet when it happened to me and it just felt like I kept peeing and peeing. Thanks again, Ters

[sgarrett]

I found these cool breastfeeding braclets to help you keep track.
They are at www.mom4life.com. I am going to order a different charm for each baby. That way I do not have to remember to write something down in the middle of the night.

Missy - Thanks for the info on the "tingly hands" it is amazing all the weird symptons I have had with this pregnancy that I did not have with my first.

[twnz4atwn]

ive noticed some of you have mentioned that you have family that is not close.. i just wanted to mention something that might interest yall. i found a site that u can make the babies a website for everyone to keep up with whats going on. its free for the basic site or $2 a month if u want the upgraded version (that u can password protect, allows u to add more pics, etc). anyway, like i mentioned, all my family is in texas and us in nevada and being the first grandbabies for both our parents its been hard...not to mention the rest of our family and friends. its been a great way to keep everyone updated on dr visits, post ultrasound pics, and will be great once the babies get here. anyway, if anyone is interested, the site is: www.babyhomepages.net


andrea - so glad u finally got some decent sleep!! and no, u are not alone. i have been really worrying about my water breaking too. i try not to venture out too far from the house because i cant imagine it breaking (gushing) out in public!! this probably sounds crazy too, but being my first pregnancy, i worry that ill be in labor and not even know it. last time i was at the peri, i was having contractions 5 mins apart and wasnt even feeling them. i just keep thinking.. what if they are like that and it takes awhile for me to feel them..and then what if my water doesnt break? its pretty nerve racking!

valerie - how far along were u when u took the ffn test? mine was at 32 weeks but i was told id have another one this week at 34. ive read they're not accurate on twins (??) and also that after 34 weeks its not uncommon for the ffn to show up, not meaning preterm labor (??) any idea?

lisa - yes! i think its wonderful to feel them move so much. its very reassuring to know they are so active... if fact, its even comical sometimes. last night, my belly was completely lopsided!! i guess they were dog piling each other on one side..it was so funny!

valerie - my boys are also very active in the area behind my belly button and its been feeling really bruised lately too. in fact, i had a dime sized bruise there just to the right of my belly button a few days ago.. dont know if its possible that they can bruise u from the inside out but i know i didnt run into anything!!

lisa/valerie - we're not into bball but we are nascar fanatics! my dh keeps kidding me we're gonna redo the boys room to reflect his favorite driver tony stewart ..(home depot sponsored) but i just keep reassuring him that they boys will obviously take my side.. elliott sadler (mm's sponsored)!! hello!! what kid doesnt want mm's lol ha!

til next time.. everyone take care!! :throb:

[vthompson]

Good Morning! Can't sleep and had a terrible night of sleeping last night. Very annoying. I am hoping to take a nap after I eat breakfast. Warning...TMI...I have been having pretty regular BM's, which is weird for me. However, I keep getting stomach aches, not baby related, but intestinal. I felt terrible last night, but I had a BM yesterday so I do not understand. I have an NST on Thursday so I will probably ask the doctor then. Anyone else experiencing this?

Brandi - I had my ffn at 26 weeks. I thought it was reliable until some people on here said that with twins, it is not always accurate so I am not sure. I was laughing about the mm's sponsor! I agree that the babies would much rather follow in your footsteps, especially where mm's are concerned!! I am glad that I am not the only one who feels "bruised". Some days, these babies just beat the crap out of me. I also feel like my stomach needs to stretch more because sometimes they push on an area and it feels like there is not enough room for them...I hope that makes sense!

Andrea - Thanks for posting that info on the twins schedule. I was just getting ready to make something to use so this will be very helpful. As for the water breaking, I have not given much thought to this, but I see your worry. I have never been pg before so I have no idea if it gushes out or just trickles out. I thought the idea that someone gave about towels under your fitted sheet was a good one.

Missy - Try not to worry about the weight gain. Just think, if you are gaining weight then the babies are also gaining weight!! 3 1/2 weeks seems so close!! I am sure you are excited!

SGarrett - That index card idea sounds really cute!! I also have experienced pain in my hands. I actually learned on here that it is normal in pg. It is amazing all the symptoms that occur during pg! It seems like every part of your body is affected!

Allison - I am so happy to hear that Gianna is home with you now. I cannot imagine the emotional roller coaster her homecoming has been. I know it does not seem like it now, but things will get easier with time. Make sure you take care of yourself and post whenever you feel up to it. We all care about you and support you.

I will check back later!

Valerie

[AndreaR]

Hi all -

Valerie - so sorry you had a bad night's sleep. I can totally relate. I hope you are able to nap today and that you have a better night tonight. It's cold and rainy here today - maybe where you are too? Good napping weather. I too have been having BM issues. I have been feeling more crampy, and I have been going 2 - 3 times per day, versus one (or sometimes none) earlier in the pg. I asked the nurse practioner about it, and she wasn't worried. She said since the babies are getting bigger, there is more activity/pressure around my intestines. I dunno - I would definitely ask your doctor.

Allison - Thanks for posting and congratulation on bringing home Gianna. I can't imagine how difficult that must have been. I'm sure you will have many bad days along with the good. Please know that we are here for you.

Andrea - regarding your water breaking in bed, my mom keeps reminding me that when she was pg w/ one of my brothers, her water broke and it ruined the mattress. I have a pad from the hospital; it's quilted on one side and plastic on the other. I keep forgetting to put it under the sheet, but I should probably do so soon. Thanks for the link to the feeding schedule - that's very helpful.

Stacey - two showers in one weekend, wow! That's great. It sounds like you got fantastic stuff, too. I too suffer a little bit from carpal tunnel from the swelling. When I first wake up my hands hurt really bad, and I can't open jars and things like I used to be able to do. I asked about this at my last appointment, and the nurse practioner told me to drink a lot of water, avoid salt, but to expect that it wouldn't go away and it could get worse. What a drag.

Missy - glad you had a good appointment, and I know what you mean about lugging around the extra weight.

Brandi - I don't have that pain behing my belly button, but a friend of mine had it really bad w/ her singleton pg. I do feel like the rest of my belly is getting quite the work out. Sometimes I feel really sore in one area or another.

Like Valerie said, I feel like there is not enough room in my belly. But at my shower, my DH's cousin, who has twins, looked at me and told him, "oh, she has plenty of room left." YIKES! How much bigger are we going to get!?

Well, DD (in my case that's darling doggie) and I have an appointment at the vet this morning. I'll check in w/ you al later. Have a great day!

AndreaR

[LucasMom]

Hi all-
Took the day off today, just felt like bumming around and getting some things ready. More baby laundry and cleaning projects. I know we are getting close now, but it honestly feels like I have resigned myself to being pregnant for another six months or so! It just feels like it's never going to happen.

I had a bunch of fun things to tell you all yesterday, and I posted but I lost it and now I feel no motivation to retype it all. Did you see that one woman from the may board said yesterday morning that she was going to have sex to try and jumpstart things, and lo and behold three hours later she posted that her water broke and was off to the hospital! Needless to say, my dh got a treat yesterday~!:rotflmbo:

No such luck! At least we got some "alone" time before the babes come. Doc appt tomorrow along with the bpp and nst, so I guess I am in it for the long haul! Just keep thinking that at least they will be big, healthy babies.

I am the most concerned about a really dumb thing. Logistically, how am I going to get twins and my three year old out of the car and into daycare when I have to drop him off. I know it will seem easier when I have actually done it, but doesn't seem like I have enough hands??

Off to fold baby laundry!

Hope you are all well, sorry no personal responses, just too BLAH to do it.

Mindy

[megzmom]

Hi all. Been too tired to type. I decided to push my last day back until next week. We are having end of year testing and I want to be able to see their growth. Control freak!

Breastfeeding sheets-I went online and liked the sheets but I actually bought a book that also has a place for medications. I only bought one, just to see if I liked it and it is really cool! Here is the website that its on:

http://www.timetoo.com/products.php

Does anyone else feel like they have dropped? My boobs used to rest on my belly but now they don't and its not becaue they all of a sudden got perky :)

Allison- I feel privellaged that you have let us into your life at this happy/heartbreaking time in your life. I couldn't imagine the mix of emotions you are going through. I just pray that you have constant support to get you through some of the rougher times. Please give Gianna a big hug and kiss from all of us. I am really happy that she is strong enough to come home.

[qbanmom5]

Hi Everyone!

Allison: So glad to hear that Gianna is home with you. You are still in my prayers and I am hoping that you will feel better soon. I know it is hard to imagine, but I pray that you are sooo filled with God's love that the emptiness in your heart goes away (most of it anyway).


Mindy: I saw that too on the May board. I am only 32 weeks today so its too soon for me to try but hey knock yourselves out!! I know my son was born at 36 weeks and DH blames himself cause we had done the deeed the night before. He won't touch me now even if I beg. :cool:

I have also been having intestinal issues. Stomacheaches...check. Invisible bruises....check. I even threw up last night-don't know what that was all about but I feel a little better today. I hadn't vomited in months!

I love the dream about MVP and Kobe saying that he could tell you were having contractions by the look on your face!! How hilarious. That sounds like a great dream. I love basketball too, but if I dream of Kobe I won't be playing basketball if you know what I mean.:crazy: :crazy: This probably goes back to me having been cut off from sex (by the dr. and DH since like 26 weeks).

Anyway, I am off to do some housework. Don't worry--nothing major. DH was up all night almost cleaning the house for me last night. He is ssoooo sweet. He even did the refrigerator!! I just need to fold some laundry and tidy up the kid's rooms.

Talk to all of you later, Ters

[sgarrett]

So sleepy today, it is raining here as well that must be part of it. Had a doc appt - all is well. I have started asking him a zillion more questions about things I see everyone talking about on this message board. He probaly wishes I never found it! I should be working right now but just do not feel like it. I have also been so aggressive at work and such a "go getter" but when I feel all crappy like this I just do not care about anything at work, is'nt that awful!? Oh well just felt like whining to other people whom I know will understand.

Valerie: I have had the same "bm issue" I swear every time I eat I have to go! It is like there is no extra room in there for anything else. It is kinda embarrassing b/c my husband never even knew I did that before being pregnant but he sure does now! Think I am going to sneak a nap in before checking on work stuff.

[AndreaR]

I keep meaning to post about this. I, too, get really sore hips from laying on my side. Instead of rolling over (which is SO MUCH WORK), I take the pillow from between my legs and put it in front of my legs/belly. Then I bend my top leg a little more and rest it on top of the pillow. That seems to take the pressure off my hip for a little while. Then, when that position gets uncomfortable, I switch sides. It gives me another good hour per side, which is good, because like I said, rolling over is getting harder and harder (turtle on it's back: check!).

Heather - just the other day I was wondering if I had dropped a little, because it seems like my boobs aren't resting on my belly anymore. Other than that it's hard for me to tell. I keep forgetting to ask other people how I look to them. I wonder if I have and that's what is causing all of my intestinal issues. I'll say it again......I can't believe you are still working.

It seems like we haven't heard from Steph in a while. Did I miss a post? Steph, I hope you are okay!!!

I wanted to get a lot of my thank-you notes done today; I finished four. Not quite as productive as I'd hoped. But I did nap a lot, which I think my body needed. I really, really, really don't know how everyone else has so much energy.

AndreaR

[PaulaP]

Hey everyone! I am definitely not as good about posting as ya'll are. I have a hard time typing b/c of bedrest. I try not to sit up too long.

I was wondering if anyone else is having a lot of back pain?? I am now 32 weeks 6 days and for the past three days, my back has been hurting pretty consistently. I hope they are not contractions and I don't think that they are b/c they have not moved around to my abdomen (not yet anyway and pray they don't just yet). I just didn't know if anyone else had experienced this pain too. I've taken tylenol and been laying on a heating pad. I go to the dr. tomorrow and I hope that she sees no reason to put me back in the hospital.
Since my time in there last month I am always afraid that something will have changed enough to merit putting me back in the hospital. We'll see tomorrow!

Also, thanks for the info. about the bpp. I'm going to ask about it tomorrow.
Take care all!

Paula


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[TMoT]

Hi, Ladies. Just checking in... Sherry: Check. ;-)

First, thanks for all the sweet things you've written about me, gals. You are really the max! :'-)

Allison, please take your time to "squeeze on" that precious baby of yours. I'm sure you realize just how blessed you are, even with the loss you're suffering. No matter what, please also feel free to share your pain/joy here when you are ready. We are all listening and care about you very much!!!!! :throb:

AndreaR, you're the M-V-P! That had me rolling! Just remember whatever it was you were doing (dribbling?!) for when The Real Thing comes, and don't forget to breathe! ..."She shoots, she scores!!" ...I also loved the description of your shower and the beautiful gift your niece made. That was so clever!!! And the "notes" for the babies at Staci's shower too. How sweet and lasting. Aww. PRECIOUS!!!!!

Valerie, how TRUE! I was mixing up Memorial Day and Labor Day in the US!! Doh! Yes. It was Labor Day in Europe on Monday, so we had a LOOONNNG weekend. I did NOTHING. It was great! (Ironic that you're not supposed to work on Labor Day, though, isn't it??!) ;-) ...Btw, so sweet of you to post all those name meanings for Stacey! See what I mean?! ;-)

CT/Hand Tingling: I'm getting retention in my hands/feet on occasion these days too, and I am CERTAIN it's from not getting enough water! When I drink more, the swollenness and tingling goes away. Math. But still OUTTA CONTROL! GAH!!! :spitwater

Ters: Why you little slut -- fantasizing about Kobe! :rotflmbo: I can't complain about sex -- even now we're still, ahem, "active." I read Dr. Sears today (and although she said nothing about twins), she basically wrote: If it feels good and comfortable, do it. ;-) I just think it must kinda be a thrill for dh to have sex with me right now (not bragging -- i swear!!), just because - since my body has changed SO INCREDIBLY MUCH - it must feel like he's getting it on with "another" woman -- or even two! LOL

Mindy, JUST KEEP TRYING!!! :crazy: It's good for you and dh. And, you're right, when the babies are here, there'll be no more "quantity time" for you and him...! ;-) Btw, I think you ARE in for the long haul, but I also think that's a terrific thing! Keep it up!!!!! ...And about daycare drop-off, I suppose you'll have to do Baby, Baby, DS in the backseat, right? DS gets out first, then Mommy -- holds on to DS and -- struggles with Babies to get them out too. Leaving them in the car just won't be an option. Ugh. But isn't DS home for the summer anyway? Then, hopefully, you'll have time to "experiment" and become a PRO, just like everything! ;-)

Turtle on its Back: Check.

PUPS/Itchy bumps on Stretch Marks: Check @#$#% it!

More BMs: Check. In my case, doc agreed that the magnesium supplements I'm taking for leg/foot cramps are the cause. Then, like I told you all, I gotta go back on my iron pills :eek:, so she said that might cancel out the diarrhea... Like WHEN already?!?!?!?!!

Btw, this BM thing is really draining me (no pun intended!)! I had to TAKE the kiddies to school this morning (dh had to be in at eight), and I NEARLY DIED!!! I got them to school okay, but the walk home was a BEAST!!! Kept trying to stay focused on putting one foot in front of the other (and NOT waddling! I REFUSE to waddle!!!!!), but it was seriously one of the hardest things to do!!! By the time I got home, I was dizzy, seriously winded, and my heart was beating a mile a minute! 'Course, then when I collapsed on the couch, I couldn't rest because I was so "agitated." ERGH. Well, I suppose it's _physical_, all that extra weight I'm carrying around too (Missy!), "active bowels," AND the low iron/anemia thing to boot. WAH. ...Then, the thought of having to go pick the kiddies up from school TOO was just beyond me, so I called another mom and she did it for me! :-D Her husband is the one who gave us a lift home last week, and she told me he said to her "you need to help that woman out"!!! ;-) Sometimes it's nice to be a charity case!!

Heather, *whew* happy to hear from you! I KNOW you're busy, but I worry. ;-) Can't believe you extended your last-day deadline, but I understand wanting to finish things up "properly." Just hope it won't cost you too much physically/emotionally. Promise us you'll take good care of yourself...?! xx

Stacey, glad you checked in too, and hope you're not suffering too much. Good luck with the house clean-up! It'll all be okay, I promise!!!!

Staci, cool that you're being more inquisitive with your doc. I ALWAYS go in to my ob appts armed with a list of questions (written down!). But I figure, if I didn't do that, I'd forget stuff and walk out with lots of regrets and have to wait till the next visit. So.... ;-) ...And thanks for the bracelet link, but that means I won't get to ask for the new RINGS then!!!!! ;-)

Brandi, when the "real" contractions come, you'll know it! Don't worry!!!! Also, if your water doesn't break, all the better. The amniotic sack actually cushions babies' descent for most of the delivery and will only "get in the way" towards the end (then your doc will just pop it!). Also, when it "breaks," you'll have an opening for microbes and bacteria, which is ICKY/Bad. ;-) In all cases, if the waters break (or even if you suspect that it/they has/have -- 'cause like Ters said, it can even just be a real slow "trickling") contact your hospital, or just GO! They don't usually like to have you risk infection then.... (Btw, I've never had my waters break on me with either of my deliveries, but w/pg#2 I woke up in a pool of blood! :eek: Thank God, everything went okay after that though. Whew!)

Andrea: Even if you do have a water gush in the bed, amniotic fluid isn't like urine (I think the smell is a lot lighter, even "sweet" -- like babies), so I don't think it'll ruin your mattress! Maybe some towels, like Ters wrote, would be good though, just so you won't feel nervous!!! ;-)

Missy, so glad about your good appt and that things are on target for Week 38!! Don't forget that Ters said we need to gain 60-70 (or was it 70-80?)lbs for two six-pounder twins! Kudos to you!!! And, you'll shed it all like a track-star when you start b/f (if you plan to), I swear!!!! ;-) ...Sure hope you get to go for the vaginal delivery, but just be prepared that it goes much faster with induction, so you'll probably want that epidural on stand-by! ;-)

Paula, unfortunately, bedrest is infamous for weakening your back. :-( Thing you might try to gently do is, on all fours (on the bed) alternate curving your back in (stretching like a cat) and then arching it back out (sticking your butt out). Do that a few times before you lay down and see if it doesn't bring you a bit of relief. Hope you'll get some relief!!! x

Whew. Another mega post. Gotta hit the hay now and hope for NO reflux, NO cramps and NO uncomfortable babies who move the _opposite_ way I do...! ;-)

Btw, I'm worried about STEPH too!!!!! And Jennifer, Starry-Eyes, Jill, et al.......!!! Please check in Mommies!!! xox

[swineland]

Hey everyone...I'm here.... please don't worry. I have been feeling so awful lately with this PUPPS rash and other general 33week twin pregnancy complaints that I haven't really been up to posting, though I know I should at least let everyone know I'm okay. Rest assured, DH knows that if anything should happen he should come on here asap and let you guys know what's going on. Of course, on your end with no communication from me whatsoever, I can see why you would worry. Sorry, guys. But thanks for thinking of me.....:grouphugg

I have been reading the updates from time to time, but just have no energy to type a long email. I can barely sit still long enough in one place to do so anyway.

I'm ready for the pregnancy to be over, though I want the boys to get as far along as safely possible. It's a catch-22 situation. I just can't imagine another 5 weeks.

Sorry to sound depressing, I'm certainly not "down". Just anxious and uncomfortable and feeling like time is standing still.

Steph

[LOCOmom]

Hi Ladies! I am from the April thread and I was just seeing how everyone else was doing. I noticed the someone mentioned not knowing about water breaking. Well, mine broke with my Logan and it was a trickle that happened in the morn when I woke up. Then later in the day a GUSH. How You can tell the difference between fluid and pee is that it has a smell like chlorine and it is slippery between your fingers like soapy water.
Hope that helps you all.
God bless you all and keep cooking!!!!

[twnz4atwn]

hi to all!

valerie - as some of the other girls have said, im having the same stomach troubles but i too have read it could just be your body preparing by cleaning you out so to speak lol like you said, ive been pretty "regular" and thats uncommon for me too. and yes it totally makes sense what u said.. it does feel like they have run outta room and trying to stretch my stomach for more room..in fact sometimes it feels like they are about to poke through!

mindy - i have a friend that has a 20 month old and a 2 month old... those first few weeks when she was having to bring the older one to day care, one of the day care helpers was nice enough to meet her outside and bring him in so that she didnt have to get the newborn out. dont know if u use a large daycare or what, but maybe for the first little while anyway, they would be willing to have someone help u too so as not to have to get the twins out of the car at all.. just til u get use to handling two extras lol

paulap - looks like we are in the same week of pregnancy and ive been having alot of back pain too. im doing pretty much what u are..tylenol and heating pad...sometimes it helps..sometimes no. just in like the last week or so ive been having alot of pain too like where my tailbone is..dont know if uve had that or not. feel like i fell right on my tailbone on the cement! maybe all the extra pressure if they're dropping some (???)

sherry - thanks for the reassurance on the contractions and water breaking lol sounds silly i know to worry that ill not know the difference but one of the posts on this site..i read some ladies saying they had no idea, went to the peri, and were sent straight to the hosptial.. freaked me out!! so thanks for the info.

kim - thanks to u too for saying how to tell the difference between pee and ure water breaking.. thats great info to know.. your twins are too cute!!!!

steph - i think we're only like a day apart as far as when we're due and i just wanted to say that i completely understand how u feel! i definately want them to stay in as long as they can because i want them to be big and healthy but at the same time.. i am soooo ready! ive had a really good pregnancy so i really cant complain too much but it seems like just in the last week - week and a half.. its all hit me at once. stuff that wasnt bothering me too much..seems like it has just doubled and all the sudden i have new stuff that never bothered me before. anyway, just wanted u to know.. i am feeling the same way!! hang in there..

[Starry_Eyes]

Checking in......


Wow, seems like everyone has been really busy and things are getting very exciting around here. Everyone try to keep those little ones in check until the time is safe.

I woke up yesterday and felt fine, but around 10:30 am I started experiencing cramps (nothing severe, they seemed to ease up when I walked around or layed on my left side). By 3:00 I knew it was the real deal so off to the hospital we went so that the contractions could be stopped. By the time they hooked me up to the machines, my contractions were 2-3 minutes apart. They gave me the IV of Terb and also a couple of shots of something and 5 hours later I was sent home. I did however get an ultrasound where both Skylar and Trevur scored an 8 out of 8 (good news). Have to call the doctor today to set up an appointment so we can keep these anxious ones cooking. There was no dialation and the cervix was closed (but thinning), so if I can keep them in there for another 2-3 weeks I will be happy.

I hope all of you are getting enough rest and not overdoing things and please take care of yourselves!!!!! (Drink lots and lots of water!!!!)

[vthompson]

Another fantastic night of sleep!! You would think I would be used to it by now, but it just gets more and more aggravating. My stomach has really started to itch lately, too. I feel the same way as a lot of you...you want the babies to keep cooking, but I am so anxious to deliver them and meet my little ones!

So last night, the babies were not really that active. Corey started to move, but Kayley was pretty quiet. I tried to "wake" her up but only got a couple small movements. That made me panic so I think that may be why I did not sleep well last night. Has anyone tried to "wake" the babies up and it did not really work? I just can't wait for them to be here so that I can make sure they are ok by actually looking at them and holding them, not trying to decipher their movements in my stomach!

Kim - Thank you for the info. Your twins are adorable!

Steph - I was so relieved to read your post! I was getting worried.

Sherry - I am glad that you found that mother to help you with the boys. It sounds as though you over did it. I am proud of you for listening to your body!

Lisa - Check to all your ailments! I am glad that you checked in!

Paula - Back Pain - Check...since I am on bed rest, it is much worse when I get up to go to the bathroom, kitchen, etc.

AndreaR - I was laughing out loud about your turtle analogy...I HATE rolling from side to side...it hurts REALLY bad!

Sgarrett - I am the same way with my BM;s...very private! It is funny what your DH learns about you through pg! Even funnier, is the things that we talk about now!

Ters - I hope you took it easy with the cleaning yesterday! Isn't it amazing what you think about when you haven't had sex in so long!! :)

Heather - I know I keep saying it, but I truly cannot imagine how you are still working! Make sure you try and take it as easy as possible until your last day.

Mindy - I feel the same way, like this pg is never going to end. Time sometimes feels like it is standing still!

Jill - I hope everything is ok...post an update when you have a chance.

I will check back in later!

Valerie

[vthompson]

StarryEyes - We must have been posting at the same time...I am very glad that they were able to stop the contractions. Please keep us posted as to what the doctor saids today. Glad to hear the your cervix is still closed and that the babies are doing really well!!

Valerie

[newmomx2]

Well - I went and had a pedicure yesterday - I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU GET ONE... now my feet are smooth, toenails trimmed and painted - it really lifted my spirits...Last night was not the greatest nights sleep hip pain, and numb hands were bad last night - the night before however was great - so it seems to come and go in waves...

I am really starting a countdown - each day I feel better about how the boys will do if they are born which is very comforting - I really feel like I am in the home stretch. I have another BPP tomorrow - hoping for great scores again..

I was cracking up about the MVP dream - to funny. My whacky dreams have made a come back as well !

Today my goal is to stay focused on work and try to unload the dishwasher and fold laundry - we will see what gets done..staying focused for work is getting harder and harder - just not sure what option I have - I don't want to take vacation because then I won't have it later when I go back to work...oh well I will just keep forging through.

DH has only 2 more days of work - and then off for 2 weeks - I can't wait for the company and just having him here if something happens....

Have a good day ladies and try to not think about the aches and pains but focus on the positive

[twinsmakethree]

HI EVERYONE

Just checking in I havee been feeling pretty slugish lately and have not had the energy to post. I hope everyone is doing well. I will try to post more personally later

thinking of you all,andrea

[megzmom]

Hi yall. Short post (maybe) never know when my brain starts working :)

School- I am so not stressed anymore which I think has helped the students too. I just kick em out of class now. I did it 2x last week (first time ever-like to control inside my classroom -authority issues at my school) and they kind of freaked out and much less stress. Took away alot of recess helps too. Usually never do that. But I have decided to work next week. Way toooo much paperwork on promotions/retentions and grades. Not sure what would have happened if I was put on bedrest. Id like to think nothing gets done but I know the truth.

I wasn't like you ladies. Always was way too regular until I had to take Iron pills. So I started to drink more apple juice (killer for heartburn) so I took pills for that. Not liking all the pills.

Reflux-switched from Tums to overthe counter pill Zantax generic at Walmart and it works great! had none last night!!!

Water breaking-with my dd they popped it and it gushed. Wondering though if B 's bag pops will A act as a cork and not let it come out? Just wondering again.

Okay it was a long post...oops.

OB appt tomorrow. Hopefully hell do a sonogram. He hasn't done one since first finding the twins. Always has been the peri. I want a 3D too.

[Jillmami]

Sounds as is if everyone who is still chugging along is doing ok dealing with the normal, but not fun, symptoms. Keep it up ladies!

Below is the photo site with the latest pics. They just get cuter by the day and it's amazing how much love they are capable of filling your heart with. :throb: My daughter is a total drama queen already! They would have been 34 weeks right now; pretty crazy. She will pretend to be asleep and all limp with her head slouched over. Then she will peek an eye open to see if you are looking. The nurse even said that she is an ornery one and she is a smart one. If I am holding her brother or giving him a bath and she is left in the isolette, she will fuss up a storm. She does not like to be ignored.

TJ is up to 3 pounds 8 ounces (from 1.12!) and Noah is 4 pounds now. It's a matter of a few weeks before they come home and we couldn't be more excited. We are actually scrambling now because my mom's cancer came back (melanoma) and she has to have surgery next week to remove 4-5 cancerous lymph nodes from her groin. She will be in the hospital 5 days and then will recover at home. Needless to say, it will be a rough week for us going back and forth from one hospital to the next. Luckily the two hospitals are only 10 minutes apart. When it rains it pours.

Well, I'm off to get another nap in before my next pumping session.
Take time to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy while you can. It will be over before you know it.

[vthompson]

Jill - I was so glad to read your post! The pictures are adorable. Those babies are just sooo cute!! I cannot believe how much they change each time you post new pictures. It sounds like everything is going really well. That is fantastic!!

Heather - I am very proud of you for "laying down the law"! It is amazing how that changes things in the classroom when they realize you are no longer going to accept the behavior. Hopefully this will take you through till the end with minor aggravations! I also have the Wal Mart generic Zantac. It really works!

Andrea - I am glad that you checked in. I hope you feel better!

Felisha - I have the same problem...I always feel guilty for wanting the babies to come. I think how we are feeling is perfectly normal now that it is getting so close to the end. We are only human and no one wants to feel this terrible all the time! Hang in there!

Missy - The pedicure sounds like a great idea! Very relaxing!

I napped for almost 4 hours today. That is the longest I have ever napped I think! It felt good. I will check in later!

Valerie

[LucasMom]

Jill- The babies look sooo good! They are cuter each time you show us!! You look great too, nice haircut!

Had all my appts today and let me fill you in. BPP went fine- they are measuring 6" 11 oz and 5" 15 oz!! Both scored an 8 and at the NST, my doc was there at the hospital and decided to check me. I am 3 cm and 60% effaced. I am also contracting like crazy. She basically let me go so I could further the labor process, because if she kept me, she'd have to give me Terbutaline (up until 36 weeks, they try to stop labor). So hopefully...

everyone who is having feelings of hopelessness, like it's never going to end, I have adopted this attitude that I am not really pregnant, and never going into labor, that way, when I do, it will be like a surprise! My doc thinks it's funny and so does my staff at work. That said, it will end! And each day of sleepless, painful agony is one day closer to bringing home healthy, happy babies!

PS-I just want to say about the weight gain thing...each person is different. Some women have to gain 75 pounds to have 6 lb twins, and some women have to gain 20 pounds. I have gained 22 pounds, and was a normal weight pre-pregnancy, and if the ultrasound is close to correct I will have 6 pounders. I think your body knows what it needs, and gains accordingly.

Hope you are all OK, and post to keep us updated that all is well.

Mindy

[JacobsMom]

Internet finally up, but I'm so busy I can only post a quick update. My inlaws are coming again this weekend and I am an emotional wreck. I can't seem to do anything buy cry today. My two friends who were supposed to help me at my house today flaked on me. I am so overwhelmed at what has to be done before they get here Friday, not to mention that the twins will be here in 3 weeks, and we are in no way prepared for them yet. And I'm sure I will be hearing about that fact all weekend.

At least I know my babies are healthy and doing fine, and that is the most important thing. The sonogram went well. Baby A has slowed down on his growth a bit - he only gained 1/2 lb in the last two weeks. He is 4 lb/15 oz. His "little" brother has passed him up and gained a whopping 1 lb/1oz in that time and is 5lbs/9 oz. Good grief! 10 1/2 lbs of babies and my belly feels like it is stretched to the limit. I'm not sure I'm going to make it 3 more weeks or if I want to! LOL! She is recommending to go ahead and schedule my c-section for 36 weeks. That will be May 25 and is Jacob's last day of school. That works for me.

Hope everyone is doing well. I probably won't have a chance to get back on here until next Monday. If anything changes on my/the twins situation, I will try to have somebody post. If not, hopefully I can catch up on everybody next week.

Take care,
Stacey

P.s. My friend took some belly shots of me Monday. They didn't turn out as good as I had hoped. I guess I'm just too critical of myself. Anyhow, here are the best two. Just ignore the stretch marks. LOL!

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g62/JacobsMom97/100_1737BW.jpg

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g62/JacobsMom97/100_1747BW.jpg

[newmomx2]

Allison - I just received my Mother's of Multiples newsletter and there was some information I wanted to share with you. They provide information for a group to help you deal with the loss of a multiple - Here is the information

Organization - CLIMB
Contact - Jean Kollantai Anchorage, Alaska (907) 222-5321 or climb@pobox.alaska.net
Web address http://www.climb-support.org/

Apparently they offer a quarterly newsletter that also has a parent contact list of other mother's in the US -

You may find comfort with someone who has experienced the emotions you are now feeling.

[megzmom]

Jill-I am so happy to hear about all the milestones with TJ and Noah! Girls are usually the drama queens :)

As for your mom, I am praying that the surgery is successful. Are they following up with chemo? I don't know how, but you seem in really good spirits and dealing with all the recent changes well. Tell your mom that we are praying for a quick and permanent healing-no more reoccurances.

[vthompson]

Stacey - You look beautiful!! I love the black and white. Don't worry about the stretch marks...you can barely see them. If it makes you feel any better, mine are much worse!! Glad to hear that the babies are doing so well! Great weights!

Mindy - It sounds as though you are really getting close!! Those are some big babies you have growing in there! Keep us posted.

Jill - I forgot to mention before that I will pray for you and your mom. I hope everything goes well with the surgery.

Valerie

[twinsmakethree]

hello Ladies

Can you help me. I have severe soreness in my vagina. I guess bebause the way the baby is laying and I have dropped. Is there a remedy anyone know of?

Thanks Im miserable

Andrea

[Daniele'sTwins]

Hi Everyone...I hope no one is mad at me that Ihave not really been posting lately I just don't have any energy to do anything! This morning I went for a BPP and then I had to go tot he hospital for them to okay the spinal for my c-section. After that I felt like I was literally going to pass out! I am so tired and every part of my body is hurting! i want to lay down but I am never comfortable. I have to pee and then when I get out of the bathrtoom I have to Pee AGAIN! The boys are both head down again and right on my bladder.

My mom is already out of work (quit to help me out) and she is like me (pre-pregnancy) we love to accomplish so much and she keeps wanting to push me to do more and get more done each day before the boys come but it is way to much for me!

My doctor is going to be away this weekend! I hope I will not go into labor this weekend! He said that if I go into labor after 34 weeks they wont stop me, they will just deliver me. I am excited that I am getting so close but I know I will miss having them inside me where they behave so well and dont even cry(lol). I know I will want to be pregnant again soon. Maybe twin girls next time!!

By the way, I showed my DH how to sign on and write to you girls when the babies come. I even put directions on the desk so if he forgets he can refer to them.

I hope all is well with everyone, I am thinking of you all.

[TMoT]

Geeeeez. I don't know if it's me or all these lovely photos (Jill, Stacey), mommies coming "close" (Starry-Eyes-whew!, Mindy!, Daniele, Stacey..), or what, but I have been on the verge of tears for the last 20 minutes reading everyone's posts! Plus, I'm feeling your pain (Daniele, Felisha, Valerie, Andrea, ET AL...), ladies. )-:'-) Whew. What a roller-coaster this is becoming for all of us. Think Mindy's zen approach is really great though: Just convince ourselves that they'll NEVER be born, and then... viola!! Two new babies!!!!! :throb: :throb:

Jill, thanks for the words of encouragement and for checking in again! The babies look beautiful and are doing so GREAT! Of course, it's all (LARGELY) because of their dedicated, wonderful Mommy -- YOU! So, keep it up!!!! ...Sorry to hear about your Mom, but I pray everything will go well. COURAGE and STRENGTH to you in the coming weeks, and please keep us posted when you can! xox

Steph and Daniele, I'm so glad you checked in. Sorry you're so tired, but we totally understand. :-) Daniele, I hope your mom doesn't drive you too much. :-( I guess you'll find a way of letting her know when it's gone over-board! ;-)

Stacey, sorry about all your stress too! BUT, you have your priorities exactly right. Don't worry about things that haven't happened yet (i.e. criticism from the ILs). You've been managing as best you can (let them HELP if it's so unacceptable!), and I personally think you've been doing a TERRIFIC job! :clap: ...Btw, I have THREE very close relatives (two sisters and my ex-fil) born on May 25! All awesome, special people too!!!!!

Heather, I also think it's awesome that you drew the line with those brats in your class. ;-) You've been incredibly patient up until now -- I've never stopped admiring you, as I say! I just don't know how you do it!!! I guess it's just a question of using your resources as best you know how. Live and learn, eh? ;-) ...Good luck with your appt tomorrow (hope you get the 3D!) and the last week of school. I hope you don't overdo it, and I'll be thinking about you!!!!

Andrea: Maybe try an "ice burrito" down there for your vaginal pain... They made these (basically, a rolled up ice-pad wrapped in some light fabric/washcloth) for my sister after she gave birth, and she swears by them! Hope it'll help, but otherwise you might try the heating pad (or alternating the two?) in the same place...??!!

Missy, that was so sweet of you to post the stuff for Allison! I was thinking the same thing and really glad you came up with such a good resource for her. Allison, I'm still thinking about you too, and hope you'll be able to take advantage of the info Missy posted. :throb: It's hard enough of a situation to manage to begin with, and only that much tougher if you go through it on your own. In all cases, we are also still here for you!!!!! :throb:

Okay, dh is calling. Wanted to write more, but I'll save word about me until tomorrow. Just for the record, though, we (me and the twins ;-)) had a nice quiet day at home because the same mommy who brought the boys home yesterday took them to her house to play with her kids this afternoon! I had a THREE HOUR NAP!!!! W00t! Well, more later, but we're doing fine.

Take care and try to be patient just a +little bit+ longer, sweet mommies. x:throb:x

[vthompson]

So, I think I am loosing my mind. We have 2 weddings in October and I started freaking out today about how will we leave the babies for the night...what if they aren't ready...what if I am not ready...All of sudden, I feel like I cannot possibly leave the house without the babies once they are here. I know this is crazy, but I am already feeling guilty for something that has not even happened. Am I crazy? Does anyone else feel like this? For those of you that already have children, does there come a time when you know it is ok to leave the babies for a little while to go somewhere? Ok, I just wanted to post my crazy thoughts and get them off my chest.

Valerie

[qbanmom5]

Hi All:

Andrea: Sorry about your vaginal pain!!! I can totally relate. Sherry's burritos sound great, I will have to try it too. Let me know how it works.

Valerie: It is totally natural to worry. I didn't leave my first with anyone until she was almost a year old!! Now, I think it would be totally o.k, to leave them with a trusted relative for a few hours with out feeling guilty. It is funny though how we have these instincts. When my last baby was born I had been hearing in the news about people dressing like hospital staff and asking to take the baby for tests and then kidnapping them. (Sorry I don't want to scare anyone). But I would even wheel her isolette into the bathroom with me because I was so afraid someone would take her. Also, I would ask to see the nurse's badges (with photo) before letting them take any of my babies for anything. I am sure I will do that again too. You just never know.

Sherry: You are such a chipper woman. I'd love to have your attitude for a fraction of a day. I have been such a sour puss lately. I wouldn't even be around me if I didn't have to.! That is sooo awesome that your kids friend's mom is being sooo helpful. I am having the opposite problem and it is really driving me insane. Our front neighbors are an older couple and they have a daughter with down syndrome (highly functional). She is about 30 or so but she comes over with coloring books and "uno" cards and plays with my kids sometimes. Well in the last month she has been coming over like 3-4 times a week. It is really driving me insane cause I aam soooo tired and have my own kids to feed and take care of and now I have another. The mother knows I am expecting twins and yet she doesn't even ask if it is o.k. she just sends the girl over. There is a little boy (7 or 8) a couple of houses down and his parents do the same thing. He just pops up whenever and wants to play over. His parents also know I am prego with twins and no one even thinks about inconveniencing the prego lady. They just keep sending their kids over like what's one more mouth to feed. Jeeez. If I were like them I would send my kids to their house and have them intrude over there. Granted its easier to pawn off your one kid than my 3 (soon 5) and I would never do it anyway, but You would think people would have some sense!! I feel like they should be asking me "Do you need any help?" Do you want me to take your kids to school for you? Wishful thinking. I think people are just nicer in Brussels:yippee: :throb:

Anyway, enough venting for me. I can totally relate to Steph and all you others who are feeling near the end. By evening time I am soooo exhausted to the point of nausea. My legs throb and feel numb. My sides ache, my feet look like Shreks....And I love the analogy of the crab was it on its back? That is totally me. My dad just told me about all the games his wife is planning for the shower and I am thinking "games?" I hope they don't expect me to move around at all.

I'm off to lie down. Thanks for letting me vent. Oh and about the water breaking, I remembered (and I just heard someone else say on T.V.) that when I was peeing that day i heard a light pop sound and then felt the trickling. Also, that morning I had lost my mucous plug so that might be a warning but I am not sure and its not a for sure sign either. With DD #2 I lost my plug (I was having mucousy discharge for days so I think it was my plug although it wasn't like with DD#1 where it was bigger and more consistent and pinkish) weeks before I went into labor and they had to break my water bag. Enough rambling.

Talk to you all later, Ters. I think its time for a new picture, huh?

[teresa67]

Hello Ladies,

Hope all of you are doing well and still cooking. We finally made it home!!

http://www.growingfamily.com/webnursery/babypage_view.asp?URLID=8D2E2J0N3A


http://www.growingfamily.com/webnursery/babypage_view.asp?URLID=7Z6M8R7C3L

http://www.growingfamily.com/webnursery/babypage_view.asp?URLID=8A7I9Q6N3B

Here are pictures of Hallie Joy and Hannah Faith.

[qbanmom5]

Teresa: They are beautiful!!! I love their outfits too!! YOu must be thrilled to have them home! Enjoy!!

Jill: Your babies are gorgeous too. I forgot to mention on my previous post, but they are adorable. Isn't it amazing how they already have their little personalities. Hope they come home soon.

Monica: I am sooo sorry I haven't told you how beautiful your boys are! They have grown sooo much and they are just irresistible.

Allison: Gianna is just gorgeous. God and Giovanna are beaming down at you and her. Make sure you hug and kiss her all the time! Especially for all of us!


Great job ladies!
Love, Ters

[Starry_Eyes]

Good morning ladies, hope everyone is doing well today!!! Seems like most of us are stressing over things lately and we all need to remember not to do that. Ters, it is time for you to take control dear. Let the other parents know that you are not at a point in your pregnancy to be taking on other responsibilities. That is just ridiculous that everyone sends their children to your house. You have enough to do and think about to be having that happen to you all of the time. Try to come up with a reasonable compromise (I know that sometimes it helps to have other kids over to keep your kids occupied, but not on a daily basis). Be strong and you will make it.

As for the rest of you ladies, I totally understand the pain and misery. My better half keeps asking me "Are you comfortable???" I kind of just laugh at him and tell him that the last time I was comfortable was in December LOL. I know I will get there again and it really gives me something to look forward to.

Someone else mentioned on here that they were nervous about the epidural. I am feeling the same way. I had two previous c-sections but both times I was put under. Not quite sure what to expect with the epidural and it is quite nerve racking, but would love to be awake to see the arrival of my two little angels. Does anyone here have any advice on the epidurals????

Ok ladies, off to get ready to go to follow up appointment with the dr. The contractions didn't start again and hopefully it will continue that way, but just in case I have to prepare my list of 50 questions for the doctor. Also have my NST this afternoon. Will try to post later.

[Daniele'sTwins]

Teresa...Your little girls are beautiful! Congrats and enjoy them!

Valerie... I need to chime in on your wedding dilema. I have a wedding on July2 and one at the end of July. Luckily the one at the end of July is only 5 minutes from my house. I asked my parents to watch them but I will probably only go for a short time. But the other one is not that close (about 30minutes) I said yes to going but I am soooo nervous about leaving them so soon! I wonder what kind of mommy I will be when they are here.

[vthompson]

Good Morning!

I am glad to hear that I am not the only paranoid mommy on the board!! It makes me feel much better.

Lisa, you mentioned having wine at the wedding. I was thinking about that yesterday and wondered what you do with breastfeeding when you drink. Not that I am saying I plan on drinking all the time, but at weddings and other occasions, it would be nice to have a few glasses of wine. I tried to do some research and every site I was on said something different. Some said to pump and dump your milk for 24 hours after; some said to wait 6 hours to breastfeed; and on and on....Does anyone know what is best practice?

Lisa - I have an ob appt today, too. I also have not been checked internally since I went to L & D for contractions. Well, despite my fear of leaving the babies, we went ahead and picked a possible date for the PSU game...we are trying for Sept 30th. DH's friend is going to check into tickets for that game. We will probably leave the babies at home and only go for 1 night...although I have explained to DH that right now, the whole thought freaks me out. My mom keeps reassuring me that by that point, I will be excited to get away...we will see. I know you are planning on going to a different game, but with the weddings in October, we couldn't pick any of those dates. I will let you know for sure if we get tickets. Hopefully we could try and meet up...I think that would be fun!

Daniele, Lisa, Ters - I am glad that I not alone in how I feel! It just seems like the closer we get, the crazier I feel. All of these crazy motherly thoughts, plus all the aches and pains is enough to drive you crazy! :) I just can't wait for the babies to come!

Starry Eyes - Unfortunately I do not have any advice on epidurals...these are my first babies. All that I know is that I really want one!!

Teresa - CONGRATULATIONS on the homecoming!! Those girls are adorable!

Ters - You definitely need to send those children home! You do not need that kind of aggravation and stress right now! People are so rude. People amaze me with their lack of common sense. These people should be inviting your children over to give you a break!

Well, since I only got about 4 hours of sleep last night, I am going to try and nap before the ob appt. I will check in later.

Valerie

[newmomx2]

Well - I am with Lisa - I slept great last night - I was up every hour and half but that is not unusual in between I was dreaming about Dr. Patrick Drake from General Hospital - the funny thing is everytime I got back in bed the dream would continue ! If not for my 8am BPP appt I think I would have stayed in bed till noon just to have the dream keep going .... perhaps I can pick it up again tonight! He was rubbing my feet, telling me I was beautiful - AHHHH how nice...meanwhile DH was snoring :rotflmbo:

Andrea - we made it another week 35 weeks today WAHOO....so you ladies that are a few weeks behind and having some rough days I am here to say that not every day will be bad - you need to really enjoy the days you feel great so the bad ones don't seem so bad.

Boys scored 8/8 on the BPP so that was good - next Level II for weights is not until 37 weeks - hopefully I will make it till then !

Sounds like everyone has been having some good appointments with some great baby weights - keep it up.

Teresa - Glad to hear everyone is home !!! The girls are beautiful

BF and drinking - they discussed this a bit in my BF class - I think they said that you need to pump and dump for 4-6 hours after your last drink...that would be a question you should ask your lactation person at the hospital - Once I get to pumping and get some milk saved I plan on a nice long drink !!

Okay better get back to work - I will try to check in later

[vthompson]

Lisa and Missy - Thank for the info on BF. Lisa, when you talk to your SIL, make sure you post. After these babies are born, I really want to sit out in our back yard with our fire pit and have a few cocktails, too. Like I said, I don't want to sound like I will be drinking all the time, but it just sounds so refreshing to me right about now.

Lisa - As soon as I get word about the tickets, I will let you know. When DH talked to his friend, he did not seem to think that September 30th would be a problem. We tried for the MSU game, because I know you said you were going to that. However, we have one of the weddings that weekend. Next year will be fun...we will even break down and buy some PSU gear for the twins to wear!! This year they are just so little to think about taking them. Plus, I thought about last year's OSU game and it was so freaking cold and rainy. I would hate for that to happen again. Anyone else who wants to join us for a day of tailgating and football is more then welcome to! I am actually excited now about the game!

Well I just got up from a nap and I really need to shower for my OB appt. I will post later.

Valerie

[mommyof4at26]

today i had an ob appy kindof,tomorrow i was suppose to go in,and i was talking today to a nurse because my hands and feet are swollen, they drew blood and tested my urine and i dont have toxemia or preclampsia, also monday i had an level 2 and the boys are 13 ounces apart is that really bad?ttts?i have another ultrasound on monday afternoon. they were like 4lbs and 4lbs 13 ounces. since i have swolling is ttts a chance ? anyone know any info?

[sgarrett]

Ok about all the exotic dreams, on top of constantly worrying about the babies coming too soon, and at the same time wishing they were already here I also miss my pre pregnancy sex life. Our doc has said no sex till after babies, and I can not help but worry will it ever be the same?? I also miraculously managed to get sleep last night, it was wonderful!

I have a BF class tonight and I will ask about the drinking thing. I am really missing my evening glass of red wine. The other day I had a mad craving for a Corona!

Take care everyone!

[AndreaR]

Hello everyone -

I just got back NST/BPP and OB. All is well. Baby B had to be woken up with the buzzer for the BPP. Has anyone else had this? I felt bad for her, but she's always asleep when we go. I have a feeling that 10:00am will be her nap time when she is out, too. Anyway, both girls scored 8/8 and did well on the NST. No contractions. My OB checked my cervix - still hard. So, it looks like I'm in it for the long haul (well, June 1, anyway), which is good. Good for the girls, tough for me. They found a little protein in my urine, so they're sending it out to be re-tested. The checked my BP three times though, and it was low, so they're not worried. I told my OB that I was nervous about the epidural. He reminded me that although it is scary to have a needle put in your back, it's less risky than general anesthesia. And he promised to be there for me. I really, really love my OB, and my peri for that matter. I feel so lucky.

Drinking and B/F - I think I've also heard that you should wait one hour per drink. I have my B/F class next week, and I will also ask. It will be good to compare notes. I have already put my request in for a margarita in the hospital after the girls arrive, along with an Italian sub!

Teresa -I know I'm the last one to say it, but your girls are GORGEOUS! I think they look a lot like you. They are just so, so cute. Congratulations again.

Sex life after the babies are born - I have the same concerns. Are our boobs off limits from now on??? DH and I are having lots of conversations about this. What will it be like? Will we want to do it? Will we have the energy to do it? etc. etc. It's been soooo long (14 weeks), and I know we're going to have to wait at least 6 weeks after (I think, anyway, because of c-section?). It feels like it will never happen again.

Ters - kick those kids out of your house! I agree with whomever said it: your neighbors should be taking your kids off your hands! You are too being way too nice. How is Blossom, btw?

Well, I'm pooped and need a nap. Take care everyone! Good luck w/ drs appointments. Let us know how they go.

AndreaR

[LucasMom]

Teresa- So cute!! They look great, and baby faces are so funny. It definitely looks like they "know" whats going on, and aren't letting you in on it yet. I love wise looking babies. My first son had that look, and he is three going on 40! How are you feeling physically?

Stacey-You have a pregnancy glow, and that is great for this late in the game. I feel like my "glow" has faded to a dull shine! Whatever to stretch marks...hard work!

I am unofficially "in labor", although I am still at work. I am 3 cm as said yesterday, but my contractions are not steady or strong enough to push me over the edge yet, so we'll see what happens. Doc said after tomorrow, they won't try to stop it, so she sent me home yesterday, because if they kept me in the hopsital, they'd have to give me the terb shot, and I didn't want it. This waiting game is agonizing, want to meet them soooo badly.

If anything happens, I'll let you know!

Mindy

[LucasMom]

Lisa,
we must have been posting at the same time. My baby a is head down and baby b has flipped again, and is somewhere between breech and transverse. Still no word ona c sec at all! Doc says that they think he will come down on his own after a comes out. I am most scared about having to have both done. No fear about a natural labor, but yes about both. Are you set on the csec or just thinking thats the way you may go?

Mindy

[qbanmom5]

Hi, just got back from my drs appt. All is going well, I am measuring 37 cm. and gained 5 lbs in the last 2 weeks!!! So much for my worrying about not eating. Somehow I am still packing on the pounds. I was told that the Dr. won't be inducing at all until 38 weeks. In fact, if I go into labor before then they will try to stop it! That is 6 uncomfortable weeks away! At least they will be big and fat by then!

Thanks for all the advice. I need to really toughen up and get these kids outta my house. The nerve! I really don't want to get into the summer with twins here and a house full of kids!!

Off to nap, really tired! Love, tERs

[newmomx2]

So it is no wonder I am dreaming about soap stars...DH and I have not been allowed to have sex since august...that is because of the IVF procedure and then I was hospitalized with complications and on bed rest ... so I am definitely in the camp of worrying about sex after prego since it has been so long..of course he was in the NAVY and was out to see once for 7 months and we made it then to !!! Oh well it will all be worth it in the end.

I can't believe it sounds like some babies might be on the way - I am starting to think I will be here at 38 weeks begging the doctor to induce - I am still closed 0% effaced and no-one has moved into my pelvis yet

My dog is staring at me I think she wants dinner - gotta run

[Dad of twins]

Hello ladies!
Not much new here, jst waiting for the boys! Listen to this! My wife went to the Dr's the other day and she has lost 8lb in a month! We asked the Dr. and he is not worried about it at all. He said that the boys are still looking good and she is not having any problems. One more week my wife says that the boys are comming! They are both still head down so we are going to try a vag birth! We have an U/S tomarrow so maybe I can find the time to tell you ladies about it.

I know how you ladies feel about the drinking! I will have some drinks for you! You just tell me what kind of drinks, so I can drink them for you. Sound like a plan? My wife just said that after the boys are born I have to smuggle in a margaritta for her! I guess I could do that for her!

Well go to write for a change! Try and write after the U/S.

Jason

[vthompson]

Lisa and Mindy - It sounds like we are going to have some babies here soon!! So excited for both of you! Now you better make sure you check in daily or we are going to wonder!!

Lisa - I have read on the Internet and in books that a weight gain of 1lb a week at this point of the pg is normal.

Ters - Try and hang in there...6 weeks will be over before you know it.

AndreaR - Sounds like you had a great appt. How did this buzzer thing work to wake the baby? Just curious...

Rachel - Unfortunately, I do not know much about TTS. Hopefully someone else will be able to give you info.

SGarrett - I was wondering the same thing about sex...how will it be after the babies? I am really missing it lately. I wonder if the first time will be uncomfortable because it has been so long. So many questions...

I had an NST today. Both babies passed with flying colors. I have gained 32 lbs so far and I am measuring at 37 weeks, 4 weeks ahead. I asked the doctor about delivery and she said between 37 and 38 weeks is still the plan. We also talked about c-section vs. vaginal. If baby A is head down and baby B is not, she said they may be able to turn baby B. However, I am not sure I want to do that. I think if they are not both head down, I may just opt for the c-section. I just don't want to have pain down there and from the incision. We will see though...The ob said that they will do an u/s on the day of just to make sure the babies have not changed positions. She also said that I will deliver in the operating room, even if I have a vaginal delivery in case an emergency c-section is needed.

Thanks to everyone who is asking about the b/f and drinking. I can't wait to hear what you find out.

Ok, I have blabbed on enough.

Valerie

[Starry_Eyes]

It has been a very busy day ladies!!! Sounds like everyone is doing wonderfully and we should have some fabulous healthy babies coming our way. Had a dr. appt. today to follow up on complications from Tuesday night. Last week my measurements were at 37 weeks and today I was measuring at 40 weeks. Had my first NST and a procedure that they said would take only a half an hour ended up taking 2 and one half hours. Skylar and Trevur just didn't want to cooperate and they couldn't believe how active the babies were.

Now a question to you ladies. My doctor prescribed a drug called Procardia. It is supposed to stop me from preterm labor but after reading articles on this, I am not sure which is more dangerous......preterm labor or the effects that this drug may have on the babies. Should I get a 2nd opinion on this???? I went to get the script filled, but didn't get it yet (it was out of stock), so I am thinking that this may be a sign. If you read up on it, it can cause all kinds of abnormalities and even fatality. Let me know your opinions..... Have a great night ladies and get as much sleep as possible.

[mmzill]

About TTTS - there is a web site http://www.ttts.org - they have lots of info. Also, you can call them and they will call you back. They did for me.

As far as I know - TTTS is only a factor in pregnancies where the twins share one placenta. The size difference has to be 20% or greater to give cause for consern. (To figure the difference either get their weights in grams, or convert the lbs/oz to all oz. So 4X16=64 oz 4x16+13=77 oz.......then take the difference 77-64=13..... then take 13/77 = 16% discordant) If this difference has increased considerably from the last u/s, make sure the dr does not wait a long time to do a new u/s! TTTS that developes in the third trimester can be very serious. (Not trying to scare you, but it can be)

TTTS is what my boys had and I think that if it wasn't caught the week that it was there would have been alot of other complications. Also, I think Allison's little angel had TTTS - it's not something to mess around with in my opinion. I hope this helps. I also have an email address of a dr that deals with TTTS alot, and I asked him questions and he actually called me. He was very helpful. Let me know if you are interested in getting his info, I'll PM it to you.


Have a good evening ladies! Oh, the boys are good - nursing really well!!! YEAH!!!

~Monica

[twnz4atwn]

was today the day for dr appointments or what?! so glad that everyone seems to be doing really well..its such a relief to see how others are doing too..

had my visit with the peri today for bbp,nst, and level II u/s. baby a is weighing 4lbs and baby b is weighing 4.6. she said baby a may weigh even a little more but he was in an weird position and she had a hard time getting a really good measurement on him. she was pretty happy though with only a 6oz difference so i guess its good. both passed the bpp and nst with flying colors...though it took a bit longer to get the heart rates recorded 'cause baby a had the hiccups and kept bumping the monitor off the heart rate..it was too cute! is it strange that i havent been checked at this point to see if im effaced/dilated?? i see my peri every week for a bpp/nst and my regular ob every other week.... just wondering..

allison - i have a friend that lost triplets about 3 years ago.. we recently found a website that has really given her comfort. it was started by a mother who also lost one twin. it gives her story and allows others to tell their own stories of loss when they are ready in hopes that it will help with the healing. there are also some links on the site for support groups for loss of twins/child. if your interested its: www.sweetbabymiles.com i couldnt begin to imagine the loss u feel but i know this site helped my friend alot.

well.. again.. yea! for all the great reports today.. hope everyone is feeling well! :throb:

[AndreaR]

Another night of acid reflux waking me..... and I forgot to ask my OB about something stronger than Maalox today. I am going to call as soon as the office is open. I have been getting up and eating a yogurt or drinking a big glass of milk. But it's such a pain to walk all the way downstairs and then back up again. I know, you can all relate.

Jason - thanks for posting! Glad to hear things are going well. Good luck with the u/s. Do you really think the boys will come next week!? Wow! And I'll take an extra large margarita, on the rocks, with salt, PLEASE!

Valerie - the buzzer is this litte battery operated thing that the nurse presses on my belly. When you press down on it, it makes a really loud noise. If you've ever played "Taboo" it sounds a little like the buzzer from that game. It doesn't hurt, but it's loud enough to wake up a sleepy baby. They look for the reaction to the noise and then movement after. Like I said, this is the second time they've had to use it on Baby B. She seems to like to sleep during that time of day. Of course, for the rest of the day, she was dancing all around. I was a little nervous, because both the nurse and I were poking and shaking her, and she still wouldn't wake up. But the nurse assured me that there wasn't a need to worry, that she was just a sound sleeper. I hope that stays the same when she is outside the belly!

StarryEyes - I have never heard about that drug, but if you are not comfortable with the information you've researched, I would definitely get a second opinion. I can't remember how far along you are.

Monica - nice to hear from you! And that's great news about the boys nursing! How is that going? I know a lot of us are anxious about nursing twins, so any pointers that you could pass along would be greatly appreciated.

Brandi - my OB hadn't checked my cervix internally until today. I was going to ask him about it if he didn't. Since we are in the same week, maybe your OB will check yours next week when you see him/her. If not, ask! My peri measures it with a vaginal u/s every time I have a Level II, but he doesn't always tell me the measurement; sometimes I have to ask. Congrats on the good weights and NST/BPP results.

Back to bed....

AndreaR

[vthompson]

Good Morning!

AndreaR - I am sorry you had such a rough night. I hope the doctor lets you take something stronger. When I take the zantac at night, it really helps. I think that is too cute about the baby sleeping through the NST!

Brandi - I am in the same situation as you...I have not had an internal exam since I was in L&D, which was almost 2 months ago. They measure my cervix when I have my level II, but not vaginally. I think I will ask about this next week when I see my OB.

Monica - I am so glad to hear that the babies are nursing and everything continues to progress. Any advice on bf would be greatly appreciated!!

Starry Eyes - I would definitely ask some questions about that drug. I would try calling your doctor today and expressing your concerns. If you are not happy with what he/she has to say, then I would get a second opinion.

Well, as usual, another great night of sleep (I say that with a lot of sarcasm in my voice). I am going to get something to eat and try to take a nap. We are going over DH's parents tonight to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. My FIL loves to celebrate it. I think it is his excuse to drink fruity drinks and eat lots of food. All of the talks about margaritas lately, though, makes me want to have one tonight! Hopefully they will have some virgin drinks for me! :)

I will check in later!
Valerie

[davoswoman]

So sorry I haven't been on in a while. I have been in and out of the hospital a couple of times and very sick and tired.
On Monday, April 24 I went in for my first scheduled doctors appointment after being released from my three weeks of hospitalized bed rest. My blood pressure was through the roof and I was swollen everywhere. Yes, I had pre-eclampsia. I had it very bad and on Tuesday the doctor said we couldn't wait anymore. They induced labor that night. On Wednesday, April 26 at 11:47am , Olivia Ann was born, weighing 2 pounds 3 ounces. At 12:16pm Janet Lynn was born, weighing 3 pounds 8 ounces. I gave birth to both vaginally.
I then had a problem with a retained placenta and my uterus would not contract. I was placed under anesthesia and when I woke up found out I had lost about 5 pints of blood and was being given a blood transfusion. I only got a brief look at my babies as they were being taken to the NICU. I was too sick and was not allowed to see them until Thursday. I was given a second transfusion on Friday.

The girls are doing great. They are both on room air (Olivia has been since day one and Janet was on a c-pap for a few days). They have had no serious complications and are just eating and growing at this point. I can't wait to bring them home. They are so tiny and beautiful.

On Monday, May 1 I went to the doctor again with a massive headache and found out my blood pressure is still sky high. I was admitted once again and watched over night. I have now been put on bp meds. I am still anemic and very tired and very swollen still. I have lost 25 pounds since last Saturday. When I had come home Saturday and weighed I was actually 14 pounds over what I weighed before giving birth!! My feet were so swollen I could hardly walk and my legs so bad I couldn't hardly bend them to get up the steps. And I still have huge feet!!

Anyway, I am at the NICU or sleeping or pumping most the time so am hardly ever on the computer. I wanted to get on here and let you all know what happened though. Hopefully I will be able to catch up with you all again sometime soon.

[teresa67]

Thanks Everyone,

The babies just amaze me, they look different every day, they just keep getting cuter. Nothing prepares you for taking care of two babies, you just do it.

Mindy.....I'm feeling good, lots better than being pregnant lol

[megzmom]

drinking- I remember someone -don't remember who, but during B/F my dd, they said to pump out the breast milk and discard (1x) after you drink. I did and felt much safer. She never was intoxicated :)

Sex- I think I said it long time ago. Sex just might be a mutual Christmas present for all of us. Especially with sleep deprivation and 6-8 week at least recovery. We only tried once since Jan1 when dr told us to stop. Not fun or the same for me so I won't try unless trying to kick start it. I was so depressed because I am one who has a very high labido TMI-I am very afraid of the changes after baby. Yes I have a dd but that was 8 years ago and my body has definately changed.

OB-I am measuring 41weeks!!!!! I told doc I am done, he laughed. I gained 3lbs in 2 weeks but overall 22lbs (not counting the 10 or so I lost during 1st trimester). He said going for sono/strep test next week to meet their new lady dr just incase she is on call. Then the following week we will decided a date. I was hoping last week of May 36th week. He said as long as I don't go into labor he'll schedule for 37!! I know its only another week and better for everyone but he told me 36 weeks the whole time. TRICKERY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just kidding as much as I have my goal in May-I know I can handle June.

[megzmom]

oops..

Candy- Besides the huge ordeal with blood transfusion and being put under, my cowork had the same experience with preeclampsia. AFTEr she had the baby, it really got worse. They put her back in the hospital the next day because of headaches and swelling. Good news is, she recovered fine and started back to work after taking her 12week leave. She said her feet swell but she had BP problems before getting preg too.

I am so sorry about all the medical ups and downs but I am so happy that your girls are safe and getting bigger everyday!

[CanadianChick]

Mommyof4at26,
I had the same weight difference on my girls last week, actually the same weights exactally 4lbs and 4lbs 13onz and my doctor said there was nothing to worry about. My twins are also identical so I was worried about TTTS but I have weekly ultrasounds now, which is reassuring. My doctor told me as well that the u/s weights can be up to 15% off, so really the difference might not be as great as it seems. I understand though why you are worrying, I feel paranoid all the time now, the further along I get the more I worry something will go wrong. My doctor said as long the BPP are okay she's not worried about the weight difference. Take care and try not to worry.
Kirstin

[twinsmakethree]

hi everyone

Just checking in and giving my update. I had my dr's appt im 2 cm dilated :clap:
and effaced dont know the % but she said it is very thin she could feel the head! so i guess im on my way she said if i go into labor she will not stop me

today was the first time i had an internal as well i think my dr was waiting until i actually had contractions before she went inside although i was getting an internal u/s to measure the cervix.

i wish i could get more personal but i am very tired i will try to type later

oh thanks for the vaginal soreness remedies, unfortunately nothing is working dr said there is no remedy for total relief. so im doomed to soreness until its over oh well

oh btw missy i had ivf in August as well we must havedid it the same day to have the same due date, thats crazy huh

talk to everyone soon
Andrea

[vthompson]

Andrea - Looks as though you are joining the others with possible babies very soon!! Very exciting!

Heather - You can definitely make it to June! I was laughing at your trickery comment about the doctor!

Candy - CONGRATULATIONS!!! I am so sorry to hear that you had such complications, though. Hopefully things will get better soon. I cannot imagine how uncomfortable you are. Very glad to hear that the girls seem to be doing well! Can't wait to see pictures!

Has anyone purchased or received as a gift those baby carriers, the ones you wear? If so, any suggestions on brand names? Also, did you get 2 or just 1? DH and I are looking into them and I thought I would ask you guys for some advice.

Valerie

[newmomx2]

Candy - I was so glad to finally here from you I was getting worried that you had not posted , sorry you are having so many problems but the girls sound great - looking foward to pictures

Andrea - that is crazy about the IVF on the same day !! I had 2 embryos implanted and both took - Doctor said there was only a 10-15% chance they would both stick ! I can't believe you sound so close to labor I don't feel any contractions and a week ago I was 0% effaced with no dilation as of my BPP yesterday no one had moved into my cervix yet - I may be in for the full duration ! I will keep my fingers crossed for you !!

[qbanmom5]

Hi All!!!

Congratulations Candy!!! I was worried about not having heard and very curious as to how you've been doing!!

Starry_eyes: I have heard of Procardia (sp?) only in relation to the terbutaline I am taking. When I expressed concerns about taking the terb, I was reassured that many many prego women (esp with twins) end up taking these medications for preterm labor. They are both considered safe and the risks are very minimal. I was told that if the terbutaline stops working for me (body becomes immuned to it), they could give me the procardia which works just as well. I think the main difference is that the procardia doesn't give all the increased heart rate and blood pressure. I met a girl in the waiting room who had gone into pre-term labor and was given a shot of the terbutaline. Her pulse soared and they then gave her the procardia in a shot and prescription. Apparently, it works just as well. I have always had pretty low blood pressure (90's over 60's!) and I guess my heart rate isn't very high so they aren't concerned. With the terbutaline though my bp has gone up - 110 over 70. It's still good so I guess they aren't worried. Anyway, try not to worry. The nurse at the peri's office says some women have to take it starting at like 20 weeks so they are taking it a lot longer than someone like us. It's up to you though, so good luck. I know I was concerned at first too but was very reassured by the peri.

I am off to my NST. I ate like half a coconut last night and woke up feeling like I have rocks in my stomach. I wonder if that was a bad thing....

Thanks, Ters

[TMoT]

Candy, CONGRATS on your new babies!!!! Sorry you are going through so much of an ordeal for yourself, and I hope it'll be resolved in a good way VERY soon! You are all in our prayers. Please take care of yourselves and post again when you can!:throb:

Women on the Edge: WOW! We're going to be having more babies here very soon!!! I'm so excited for all of you. Don't forget to write! xoxox

B/F and Drinking: My mom (LLL counsellor for 5 years, and b/f'er of five kids ;-)) says food/drink takes about the distance of one meal-time to travel from your tummy to your boobs... I.e. What you eat/drink for breakfast, babies will eat/drink at lunch. So, to me, the 4-6 hour "wait time" (for pumping and dumping) sounds right. I've never b/f'ed on evenings when I've been out drinking though -- even with a one-hour wait or whatever. If you plan to drink, best thing is to pre-stock/pump milk and then "unload" everything you've consumed the next morning before you start feeding baby/ies again. Otoh, I never drank before babies were much older and didn't rely exclusively on b/f for sustenance. Otoh (again), I had the (very) occasional glass of wine, champagne or whatever, even when they were still littler just knowing a) it would get into baby too (and make them sleepy or whatever); and b) it would hit me pretty hard as well! ;-) After all these months of abstaining, you'll be surprised at how far just a few sips of your favorite alcoholic drink will go!!! (A PLUS after this pg - Finally!)

Lisa, I say go for the vaginal delivery (of course)!! They'll already have the epidural hooked up, etc., so if you really need the c-section, you'll get it. Otoh, LOTS of 2nd twin babies flip during delivery, and/or docs can get them into line after Baby A is born (remember how much room they'll have to do that then)... Well. I'll probably end up in the same position as you, and I'm still going to go for the vag delivery anyway. It's just SO worth it -- but a personal choice, of course, after all....! ;-)

Well, DH wants to watch a movie so I can't write much more now, but I'm impressed by all the activity around here these days and will check in again over the weekend!

So GLAD to hear from you, Teresa! And the girls look BEAUTIFUL! Congratulations, again!!! :throb: :throb:

Much love and take care everyone!!!! xox

[teresa67]

Sherry,


How are you? Have you been doing alright? I've wondered about you in my absence. I am so glad that is over with and the girls are home. We had our first pedi appt yesterday and he said the girls are very healthy and doing fine.

Now just trying to get into the babies routine, it's just like having a regular newborn......but doubled lol.

Double feedings, double diaper changes, double burbing, double bottle making, double bathings, double rocking/soothings......double the babies to love, you'll stare at them in amazement that you carried both of them.

[sgarrett]

Wow so many people so close, it is exciting!

Teresa your babies are gorgeous!

I had the BF class last night, they said one 4 oz glass of wine is no biggie but if you have more do it right after you have fed the babies and pump and dump the milk, they said two hours after.

Valerie - I have registered for the Baby Bjorn carrier, it was very highly reccomended by other friends with babies. I registered for two, I figured one for dad one for me.

Can not wait to see more baby pics, I love looking at them all.

Take care,

Staci

[Starry_Eyes]

Ters,

Thanks for the info and the reassurance. I started taking the procardia today after asking pharmacists, doctors, nurses, etc. about the risks. They assured me that it is a common drug used and since the babies organs, fingers, toes, etc. are already formed, that all will be alright. I know what you mean about the terb. They gave me that in the hospital Tuesday night and I was shaking so badly that I couldn't control my hands. One of my doctors said I will be on the procardia for 4 weeks and the other says that I will be on it for 2-3. Oh by the way, heads up. After reading some other boards where women have taken drugs to prevent preterm labor, they usually go into labor within 24 hours of stopping.

[qbanmom5]

starry: That is great information!! I was kind of overwhelmed yesterday when I found out the dr. wouldn't induce me until 38 weeks! Today they told me that if I went into labor on my own that he wouldn't stop it after 36 weeks. I think if I stop taking the meds between 36-37 weeks the babies will be o.k. and it helps to know it could be as soon as 24 hours....... Thanks for the juicy tidbit.

I was in the waiting room of the dr.s office today and some @#$*& sat across from me and looked at me and said "wow". Isn''t that exactly what happened to another one of us? I couldn't believe it. She wasn't pregnant but was with her daughter in law. But all she said was "wow" and then after I looked at her for a few seconds she smiled and said "when are you due?" What a wench. Some people are soooo rude. I was sitting there for a long time waiting today but I met a couple of other women who are huge fans of my doctors. Not to mention one of them works at the hospital where I am going to deliver and she said that its the only hospital up here with a NICU. Also, its the only one with a nursery which I am sure most of you really great moms don't want to use but I sure do want to be able to take a break every now and then. With DD#2 there was no nursery and I even had to wheel her into the bathroom with me for showers and such.

Anyway, question for anyone. Assuming they are not in the nicu and can be with me in my room, will they be in separate isolettes or the same one? Just curious if anyone knows.

Tomorrow is my shower at my dad's. Should be fun. DH is taking the kids out to play miniature golf during the shower since my dad's wife is enforcing the no men and no kids rule (I think it sucks but she's going through the trouble so I wont impose). Anyway, I will probably check back in on Sunday.

Oh yeah! I think we have names....Luke and Leia. What do you all think? No, I am not a Star Wars fan but DH and DS are. Besides I love the name luke and I think they sound cute together.

Good luck and tootles, Ters

[teresa67]

Ters,

Nursery's like to keep the babies in separate isolettes. There just isn't enough room to keep 2 babies in one, also if they are on any kinds of monitors they wires would just get mixed up. My girls were on monitors and another set of twins were in there at the same time, they didn't need monitors but were kept in separate isolettes also.

[qbanmom5]

Thanks Teresa,

I guess that makes sense!

[AndreaR]

CANDY!!! So great to hear from you! Congratulation on your babies. I'm sorry that you had such a rough and scary experience. I hope you are feeling better soon. Can't wait to hear more stories about Olivia and Janet.

Ters - I guess you have to take the bad with the good, regarding the doctor's waiting room. That woman really was a wench, but how great that you were able to get some endorsements for your doctor. After all the anxiety and issues you've had with him, it must have been a great relief to get some feedback from other patients. This will make you so much more comfortable when the time comes. Enjoy the shower - can't wait to hear all about it!

Valerie - We registered for two Baby Bjorns, too. We have received one as a gift so far, and I will definitely buy myself the other when we go back to BRU. I think they will be invaluable to us when we need to get stuff done. My sister (and other sister and sister in law) got great use out of them with their singletons. My sister's baby is now almost 14 months, and when the baby grew out of the Bjorn, she got a sling, which she still uses. It's one big long swatch of fabric with a buckle on the shoulder. She loves it and says she's not going to stop using it any time soon.

My mom and dad came over today, and they helped get some stuff done around the house. My mom did about three laundry loads of baby clothes (do you realize how many baby clothes can fit into one load!?) and helped organize the girls' closet and dresser. I can't believe how many pink outfits we have. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING we have is pink, except two things that are yellow, but with pink flowers! I don't mind, but I said to my mom, "I have a feeling that Baby A might be a boy" and she said, "ME TOO!" !! I don't know why I feel this way, I've had so many u/s and they've always said they're both girls, but I just have this feeling. Has anyone heard of anyone here having a different sex baby than they thought?

Well, I'm going to try to go back to sleep. We have a busy weekend, tomorrow we have to go to DH's niece's first communion at 10:30, and on Sunday we have an Infant Care class at 10:00. Two early mornings in a row! I hope I can make it.

sorry if I missed anyone......sounds like more babies are just around the corner!

AndreaR

[LucasMom]

Good Morning everyone!

Ters- Luke and Leia- I LOVE IT! I suggested this name (leia) to my husband when we very first got pregnant, because DS is Lucas, or Luke. He looked at me like I was crazy. and it took me a minute to figure out the Star Wars reference back then. I love, love, love the name Luke. It was the only name we liked together since we got married, and it was hard to come up with more boys names we liked. After he vetoed Leia, I suggested Layla or Leila (still pronounced Lei-La, not Lila) and he was more open to that one. Either way, I think they are great names!

Candy- CONGRATS on your two little loves! Sorry it was stressful, but they are here now, and hopefully you will be feeling better soon!

AndreaR- Pink clothes galore huh! Always a slight chance that the ultrasound is incorrect, I've been told, but with as many U/S's as we have all gotten, I think your chances are pretty decent on them being correct. Most of the time when they are wrong on the gender, it's from a singleton having one U/S, not ten! Maybe if it is a boy, he could just be VERY SECURE in his sexuality from a young age, and pull of the pink anyway!!:) Just kidding!

Well, I have to be honest. I came home yesterday and cried. Alot. I am so done with being pregnant. With people staring, asking me questions, saying "you're STILL pregnant?", making predictions, being huge and beyond uncomfortable and now add itchy to the mix on top of that! I am ready to meet my sons, and take on the sleepless nights and long days and all that stuff. I just broke down crying when DH got home last night, and cried on and off until I fell into a benadryl induced sleep, which of course only lasted an hour because my bladder wasn't sleeping! My DH did try to make me feel better, by giving me a book he had made off of Shutterfly.com for a mothers day gift. It was a picture and story book of Lucas and I since he was born, and the last page had 3 pics, one of Lucas and my DH, and the 3d ultrasound pics of the twins, and it said "you are the best mommy in the whole world and we ALL love you". So I cried more!

OK, so long post. Anyway, one more thing. On May 15th, TLC will have a new show out called Surviving Motherhood, at 3 pm each day. I filmed 5 episodes of the show, but my feature show will be on May 30th, at 3. If you guys want to see a almost 7 month pregnant Mindy and Lucas...Just thought I'd let you know!

Have a great day!

Mindy

[Daniele'sTwins]

How do you know if you lost some of your mucus plug? I think I just did. I felt like a pop while I was peeing and I felt something come out of "there" but when I looked in the toilet nothing was there. Maybe it went too far back in. I am home alone, my DH went to work this morning then he is meeting up with a friend for an all day bach party. The guy is our neighbor so he will just be two houses down for the afternoon BBQ and then they are going to play pool tonight but in the town over. I guess I am just going to shower and lay down all day. I am hungry but dont know what to eat and I am actually sick of cereal now. I really feel like having crepes like my mom makes with chocolate melted in the middle but i dont know how to make them (nor do I feel like it). I do have to eat something though because if I go into labor and havwe to have my section I wont be able to eat for a long time!

Well, going to lay down.

OH WAIT! I forgot to tell you the BIGGEST PART of this. I know I am 34 weeks now so I am not so scared to go and have these babies BUT my doctor is away this weekend until tomorrow night! After all this I do not want some stranger cutting me open! I hope they just hold out until my doctor can deliver them!

[LucasMom]

Danielle- Losing a mucous plug can still mean you have days or sometimes weeks to go. I know thats not what you want to hear, but I figure you may feel better about being alone today if you knew it didn't necessarily mean labor was imminent. I lost mine (visibly) about a week ago. Usually, you will see something, though, even if it is just an increase in (TMI) discharge. Now, if the pop was your water breaking, thats a different story! See if you have any leaking of fluid when you lay down...But the mucous plug I wouldn't worry just yet. Have a relaxing day, and don't think about it too much. (yeah , right!)

Mindy

[JacobsMom]

Oh yeah! I think we have names....Luke and Leia. What do you all think? No, I am not a Star Wars fan but DH and DS are. Besides I love the name luke and I think they sound cute together.

Good luck and tootles, Ters

LOL! I love the names, and I am a HUGE Star Wars fan. When we were still thinking/hoping I was having boy/girl twins my son Jacob was determined he wanted to name them Luke and Leia. My hubby vetoed it immediately. Since we found out I was having two boys, Jacob has been lobbying for Luke and Anakin! U was still trying to get Luke as one of the boy's names. But named after Luke in the Bible, not Luke Skywalker. My hubby still won't agree to it.

If I ever do have a daughter, (which is HIGHLY unlikely at this point ) I really want to name her Jaina. This is the name of Han Solo and Princess Leia's daughter in the Star Wars books. I just think that name is so beautiful.

We have dealt with infertility issues for over 12 years. Jacob was conceived in 1997 after 14 cycles of taking Clomid. I conceived another baby in 2001 on Clomid but miscarried at 3 weeks. I have suspected that I have had at least 1, possibly 2 miscarriages since then but did not have it verified. It was just too painful finding out about the one. Then all of a sudden, last September I became pregnant, just by the grace of God. And then to find out I am having TWINS! WOW! I am sooo blessed. Now that I am 39, the running joke around here is that after the twins are born, I'm going to suddenly become super fertile and get pregnant again before they are a year old! LOL! God does have a sense of humor so I'm not completely ruling it out! I refuse to get my tubes tied, although lots of people near me keep telling me I ought to do that when I have the c-section. I figure if God really wants us to have another child, so be it. I will be thrilled to death. Then my HUBBY can get the "operation"! LOL!!!

Well, I need to go see about lunch. My MIL has actually been helping to clean this morning. She brought plastic storage boxes with her and she and Jacob have been sorting through all of his toys deciding which to sell, which to put in the attic for now, which to keep for the babies, and which ones he can keep out to play with now as long as they have a place to be put away. Haven't gotten any criticism yet, but I think my hubby may have warned her that my homones and emotions are running sky high and to try not to say anything that will set me off. I told him before they came that I was liable to go "postal" if anybody came into my house and criticized me again! I think he took me seriously!

TTYL,
Stacey

p.s. Thanks for all the nice comments about my pictures. I never like to see photos of myself, but trying to look at them objectively - literally pretending they were of someone else! LOL! - I was able to pick out a few that I thought were nice.

[vthompson]

Hello Everyone! Not having such a good day. Everything is very sore and when I read things, including this forum, my vision is blurry. I was really tired this morning so I decided to take a nap thinking that may help. It has gone away a little, but is still there. However, it is only with print. Any ideas????

Stacey - After everything you and your DH have been through, these babies are truly a blessing! You have worked extra hard to get them here. :) I am glad that things seems to be going well with the MIL. At least she is helping out around the house.

Daniele - I think it is a good idea to rest today. Maybe let your DH know what you think happened so he pays extra attention to his cell phone tonight.

Mindy - I am so sorry you had such a rough evening! You must have needed the good cry. I thin it is perfectly normal to feel the way you are. Your DH wins the prize this weekend! That gift sounds so thoughtful!

AndreaR - It sounds like you have great parents! Isn't it amazing how many of their little clothes fit into the washer! Every time I have an u/s I ask the tech if the babies are still a boy and a girl (lol). I have always had a slight fear of them coming out different sexes!

Ters - I LOVE the names!! It sounds like you are even more reassured with the doctor/hospital situation. That is good!

Thanks to everyone for their info on b/f and baby carriers! You ladies (and Jason) are the best! Sorry I did not respond to everyone but my hands are hurting now. I will check in later.

Valerie

[vthompson]

BTW, Mindy - I think that is so cool that you are going to be on that show. Make sure you remind us when it gets closer so I can watch it. How did you get picked? What is the show about?

Valerie

[TMoT]

Daniele, I've never heard of a mucus plug "popping," although I HAVE heard of that with amniotic sacs (=water breaking)!!!!!! I can imagine that one can literally pop a low-lying water sac but baby's head stops the leaking so you don't/feel see any fluid right away... Maybe you don't want to hear this, but I really suggest you contact someone at the hospital, or just go on over there! (In ALL cases of doubt....) If your water breaks, there's a chance of infection and NO ONE wants to risk that, so your doc (oops) hospital/etc. will be much happier if you just go and make sure -- or at least call...! With a mucus plug, it tends to "disintegrate" by pieces over time and you'll see it in your panties in smaller or larger clumps... No popping though, that I've ever heard of... Anyone else?????

Going to go ahead and post this now, 'cause I really don't want you to wait. Please at least call your hospital (sorry the doc isn't there!!), just to make sure though, okay????? :throb: :throb:

[twinsmakethree]

Hi everyone

I hope all is still well! I am doing about the same now when my husband or anyone ask how I feel I just say pregnant and they basically know that means to leave it alone! Im still having major contractions but I am getting use to it they come strong only at night during the day its mostly bh soreness continues
my dh is buying tylenol pm for me. last night coming from the bathroom i almost fell I really dont know how, but my husband literally flew out of the bed and caught me b4 i landed it was kind of funny because he was sleep but heard me and just came from know where, my own personal superman. Well knowing that it can be anytime has made me a little more patient i just wish the soreness would leave!

Mindy- Wow thats nice you will be sharing your story on tv our own celeb:D

Valerie- Im sorry you are having it rough today believe me I feel your pain, just take it easy and I hope you feel better

AndreaR- Everytime I go to the U/s i ask them to check. Im up to my neck in pink also. I know nothings 100% but I pray to God there right this time! the sleepers i might can get a way with but the sun dresses i dont think my husband will let me put on a son!!

Danielle- I think some one said this but losing the mucuos plug doesnt necessarily mean youll be delivering right away I was told you will definately know if it passed because it is like a glob of mucous, probably you would have wiped some away call your dr. for reassurance

someone asked about the babies being together, I know at our hospital they do place the babies together in the same crib in your room, but i dont knowif this is standard and Im sure this it is only if they are both healthy.
Ok ladies Im off will try to check in tomorrow

Also has anyone lost their appetite? I have a hard time wanting food, I just mainly want to munch here and there, drink and eat fruit and ice!

Andrea

[TMoT]

Hi, Teresa! I've been thinking about you TONS too -- needless to say!!! And I couldn't believe how DARK your little girls are, just like you said! How old were they in those darling pictures? They still had a bit of the "China-man" puffy-eye thing going on. ;-) My ten-pounder was the same way when he came out -- dark hair and puffy/closed eyes. NO ONE could identify his roots in the family till his face started to find a few more "angles." He was still such a porker though, it was awesome!!! He ate and slept like a real champ too. Whew. ...I guess now Hannah and Hallie are physically turning more and more into "themselves" each day too... Must be a miracle to watch!!!!! :'-)) And they are SO MUCH ALIKE! It's amazing!! I could look at their pictures all day! :-D Are they eating and sleeping okay? And how are you managing. Is it that delirious, sweet exhaustion stage still, or is it all getting the better of you already? AND, are you still taking your omega-3??!?!? You know it helps to ward off baby/post-partum blues, AND the girls really need it these first three months of b/f (are you managing to b/f??!) for their brains.... Well zillions of questions, of course, but I'll stop now here, my lovely. Can't wait to hear more though!!!!!

For me, I've had a very trying 2-3 days!!!!! :-( Think we got another flu-bug in the house (happens EVERY TIME the kiddies come home from their father's, I swear!!!), plus I've got tummy trouble from the magnesium I'm taking, and mild-anemia, AND reflux, AND an 80-degree heatwave, and, And, AND....!!!!! :-( I've been the most irritable, unpleasant @#$% you can imagine, and I'm really living within layers of magnitudes of atmospheres of discomfort! UGGGGGHHHHHHH! ....Okay, but I'm going to stop complaining now!!!!! Sorry gals! ;-)

Ters, Luke and Leia!!!!!! WOW! :clap: I had sprung this one on dh a while back too (of course!), and he gave me a "hmmm" thoughtful look, and I immediately withdrew the idea. OF COURSE, though, next to Donny and Marie (!), these two must be one of the most famous sister/brother teams in all pop-fiction history! AND, they're TWINS too -- naturally! :D Wow, again! (Erm, looks like I LOST the naming game now though!! :crazy: )

Stacey, LOVELY storey about your twins! God does truly work in mysterious and marvelous ways! (Sure you want to maybe end up pg again though -- after all this??!?!!) ;-) Glad MIL is being such a team-player too! You really deserve that!!!!!

Valerie, hope you're feeling okay, sweetie. :throb: Maybe you just need to log-off and give your eyes a break?? Do you have a window (with a view) in the room where you're resting? Changing eye-sight is a common occurance in pg ('cause of the dilating blood vessels that "service" your eyes), but in case you're reading a lot and on the computer a lot now, you also need to make sure that you take the time to stare out the window at stuff that's far away to give your eyes an "equal" long-distance "work-out"... Just a thought... And please take care!

Mindy, sorry about your weepy evening, but you are totally entitled! Besides worrying whether you're getting enough omega-3 (for your brain -- 'cause those little buggers are using more of our fatty-acids for their own brain development right now than ever!), of course ;-), your and others' posts just make me think about how even these feelings of "fed up," "saturated," "anxious to meet babies ALREADY," are so much too a part of The Devine Plan for Having Babies, don'tcha think??! ;-) Did you notice with DS that the last month of pg was really like "okay, enough of this, let's get on with getting this baby into the world already!!" ??! ...How, JUST when you can't take it another day, week, month longer, POP!, out they come??!? I think even these psychological changes we go through in the last month of pg are part of The Process of preparing us emotionally for getting Babies out and into the world... I don't know if that's any comfort for all of you Women on the Verge now, but just something to think about, I guess... ;-) ...And, btw, dh handled the situation really beautifully, imho. :-) ...And OH! We don't get TLC here regularly, but I'm definitely going to see what I can do about seeing that episode with you and Lucas! Awesome! :-D

AndreaR, congrats on getting so organized with all your pink stuff! Your parents really ARE awesome! :-) ...I personally never had a situation where they thought Baby was one gender and he came out another (!), but with boys it's pretty obvious... ;-) Otoh, with "girls," there is definitely more of a chance of mistake, if you ask me. If the peep is "hidden" they can always say "it looks like a girl," and then be wrong. LOL Oops! How many u/s have you had, though? I think, by now, if they see the three little lines each time, it would be pretty certain. Otoh, your instincts just may be right. I guess we will find out (and Surprise!) soon enough...! ;-)

Okay. Need a snack. (Or is that reflux making me "think" I'm hungry?! Just hate that feeling!!)

Take care all and stay in touch! xox

[AndreaR]

Quick post on my way to bed.......

Danielle! OMG - by the way the others are talking, it sounds like your water may have broken! This could be it!! Hopefully you are doing well. I had the same conversation w/ my OB last week. I told him I was determined to make it to June 1, because I didn't want to take a chance on anyone else delivering the girls.

Andrea - I say the exact same thing when people ask me how I'm feeling; I say "very pregnant." I try to say it in a nice way, and not too negatively. But it's how I feel. VERY PREGNANT.

Felisha - I don't think I ever said this, but I love your names, Thomas & Maya.

Sherry - My peri saw the labia lines on one of the girls, but I don't remember if he did on both. I have had about 100 u/s though, so I think I'm worried for nothing.

Valerie - sorry you're feeling so crappy. You've had a few rough days in a row here. You deserve a good day. Hopefully that will come tomorrow.

Mindy - I cried when I read about your DH's gift to you. That was so, so sweet. You have a wonderful partner, there. He is going to be great when the twins arrive - your rock! And that is so cool that you are going to be on TLC. I, too, will need a reminder! And I'd love to hear how you got picked. I always wondered how they found those people.

Stacey - What true blessings your twins are, after everything you've been through! You can always decide to get your tubes tied, if and whenever, you are ready. We had fertility issues for five years, and I can't even think about using birth control after the girls are born. It seems so wrong. Does that make sense? And I'm very glad to hear that your MIL is being supportive and helpful. Good for your DH to stick up for you and get the word out on the "house rules." You deserve to be applauded by all, not criticized.

Well, DH, SIL and I just got back from a lovely dinner. The hostess (who is also an L&D nurse) and our waitress were incredibly nice to me. I will spare you the details, but basically they treated me like I was royalty. On the way home, my SIL said, "that place is great; the people are so nice." And I explained how nice everyone has been to me since I've been pg. And it's true, for the most part, we always get treated so well, with extra care. DH said that it's all coming crashing to an end soon! I'm starting to freak out, because now when people ask me how much longer, the answer is "three and a half weeks." And for the first time, it seems SOON!!! I know it's going to be a long, uncomfortable three and a half weeks, but really - it's just around the corner, isn't it? YIKES!!!!!!!

Well, so much for a quick post. Off to bed, until I wake up w/ acid reflux....I wish I could sleep standing up - or even sitting up, but I can't.

Good night all. Please take good care of yourselves and your babies.

AndreaR

[AndreaR]

I forgot......Felisha.......I haven't packed my bag yet either. Are we in denial???!!!

[PaulaP]

Hey all! It' s good and bad to hear about all of you that are having sleeping issues. I wake up every 1 to 2 hours to go to the bathroom and turn over to the side that is not numb.

I really enjoy reading all the posts to see what's happening with everyone. I get a little nervous when I begin reading how many of you are having contractions. It makes me realize what little time really is left.

I have cracked up at all the posts addressing the sex issue. My poor dh has been deprived for a very long time. We did IVF at the beginning of Oct. and we have both been afraid of doing damage since we found out the we were prego, so needless to say, he has been more than patient. I am anxious to see how interested I will be in it after the boys are here. I know he won't need to be jump-started!

I appreciate all the feedback about the bpp. I asked my ob about it and she said that they do not do the bpp and nst until 36 weeks. That makes me a little nervous b/c so many of you write about yours. I am still a few weeks away from 36 and really have doubts that I will make it until then b/c of my shortening cervix. Then again, I really didn't know if I would make it to this far. God is so good!

Bless everyone, those whose babies are here and those of us that are still cooking!

ps- How do you get your ticker on each page? I'm too thick to figure it out!

-Paula

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[twinsmakethree]

Lisa- Wow that was an exciting two days!! Well your almost there I have had the same drama as well( everything but the hospital visit) and the dr said she will not stop me either but to try to hang in there for 36 or 37 weeks so i hope I last that long as well. Surprisingly last night was the first night i did not get real contractions I ve learned to live with the pressure. I hope we both can last a little longer.

btw your husband rocks!!!

Rest this week and drink plenty of water I think for me if nothing happens by 36 1/2 weeks i will begin to drink red raspberry tea to jumpstart it.

Hang in there not much longer now:yippee: :yippee:


Andrea

[TMoT]

Whew! Lisa, close call!!! :throb: You and dh were so awesome. You tell it like you were just the picture of calm. GREAT for a "trial run," don't you think!? You and dh did a super job! Well, you're really getting there now, I guess. Just hold on for another week, if you can! I'm praying/thinking about you!!! xox

Otherwise, it's a bit frightening how calm everything is around here today... And I'm worried we haven't heard from Daniele...! D, did you call the hospital??? I hope it was nothing, but it really didn't sound like it... Well, please check in again when you feel up to it! xx

I basically slept on and off all day. DH watched the boys -- they did "boy things" like hang out in their pjs, watch movies, play on the play station and eat pizza -- so I had it easy. :-) I'm still in a crappy mood, though. Still having lots of bms and very irritable. VERY PREGNANT -- yes, Andrea, et al. That really sums it up, but I never say it because I just think "well, isn't that OBVIOUS?!?!"!!! *sigh* Back to the grind tomorrow, though. Hope everything with the walk/commute will be okay. Weather has cooled off a bit, so that will help, I hope.

Hope everyone is able to rest up and keep those babies cooking! Like Lisa's doc said, every _week_ counts in MAGNITUDES for Babies' health/well-being, now. So please, please, please, keep taking good, gentle care of yourselves, Ladies! We're almost there!!!!!!! xx :clap:

[vthompson]

Hello Everyone! I just wanted to check in. I ended up calling the doctor yesterday because the blurry vision got really bad. I started reading things and preeclampsia kept coming up. I had no other symptoms though, and it only seemed a problem when I was looking at print. The on call doc told me stay off the computer and get some rest. So, I did just that. Things are better today, not as blurry. Still slightly blurry, but only when I am on the computer. I think I may need to not be on it so much during the day, especially during the week. I am on it so much!

Well, I apologize for not responding to everyone directly. But, my eyes are already getting tired. However, I did want to add that I cannot believe how close you are getting, Lisa. Hang in there! Glad to hear that everyone else seems to be doing well, except for normal pg symptoms. Danielle, are you ok?

Valerie

[mommyof4at26]

i just wanted to say that i will post this evening about my level 2 results:spitwater :spitwater :throb:

[LucasMom]

Danielle???-Where are you? Are you ok?

Ladies- CONGRATS on another week down. We are in the second week of MAY! Can you believe it? Babies are going to start coming now, and things are going to get hectic. Please check in when you can! I guess I should probably pack my bag! Maybe thats what my little guys are waiting for!

Lisa- You and I are in the same boat! It still feels like it's never going to happen though...each day I have one or more periods of strong contractions, where I think, maybe this is it. And then they stop...I am in denial that it really is ever going to happen.

Like 5 may boarders are having babies today, alot of them went to 38 weeks. We're next in line.

Well, off to work!

Mindy

[AndreaR]

AndreaR - check!

I can't believe how close we are getting to June!

I'm off to do some errands, but I will check in with you all later today.

Hope everyone is feeling good. Please check in if you can. I'm thinking maybe Danielle had her babies, or is about to.... and what about Steph?

AndreaR

[swineland]

Hey everyone....

Just wanted to check in and do my roll call ( I know, I've been bad about posting). I'm so happy to see that everyone is doing relatively well, aside from the inevitable pregnancy complaints that we all seem to have.

I'm 34 weeks today and can't believe how fast time goes. On the one hand, I feel as though time is standing still and we are preparing for something that I just can't imagine is actually ever going to happen. On the other hand, I feel like "wait! It's all gone too fast, did I do what I wanted while I was pregnant? Do I have enough photos of my belly? Am I going to remember any of the past 9 months?" Things like that. Of course, then one of the babies will kick me in my ribs and I lose my breath and then I think, yeah, I'm ready :)

I've gained 40 lbs as of this morning and I guess I'm pretty happy with that. I always expected I would gain MUCH more with twins, but the boys weighed in at 4.5 lbs each a week and a half ago, so I"m guessing they are closer to 5 lbs now. As long as THEY are gaining weight, I guess it doesn't matter if I'm not packing it on. My doctors don't seem to be concerned. I, too, am finding it really hard to eat lately. I am SO tired of food, what to eat, what's easy to make, what's healthy, etc. I told DH, if I could just have a menu presented to me at every meal....with like 3 options.....it would be perfect! I just can't come up with any food ideas. The thought of cooking makes me SO want to run for the hills!

Major complaints from my end:
ITCH!!! I was given 2 prescriptions for allergies and what-not in an attempt to alleviate some of this itchiness and rash. It is just horrible. It doesn't really LOOK horrible, I mean it doesn't appear just from looking that I have some terrible rash...but my whole body itches....I can't stand it!
Breathing: I just am having the hardest time breathing what I feel are deep enough breaths. I know I AM getting enough, but it's a different sensation. I feel like I've just blown up 50 balloons and then I get all tired, heavy and weak. So, I stop, sit down or lean on the counter. It goes away, but inevitably it happens again (at least 10x a day).

Otherwise, I'm hanging in there. My doctor told me at my last OB appt that they wouldn't attempt a delivery/section anytime before 38 weeks. (Unless there was a problem, of course). However, I know at least one of the babies is breech and I really don't want to go in and do a vaginal delivery AND a c-section. Besides, at the rate the boys weights are going, I'll have 2 6-pounders by 38 weeks and I think that is pretty darn good. Is anyone else going every week now? Mine still seems to think every 2 weeks is okay for me. So, I don't go back until NEXT monday.

Well, I have a headache and am feeling out of breath again......gonna go lay down. Ladies, you all are so strong and it's been so fun and necessary having this board and you all to talk to. Not that I won't be back to check in, but I just wanted to say that while I was thinking about it. Since we are all so close to the end now, I wish each of you all the luck and love in the world when it comes to "your" time and we can't wait to see photos/hear stories, etc.

Lots of love,
Steph

[teresa67]

Sherry,

Thanks for reminding me to take my supplements, I have been feeling down and overwhelmed, I will start taking them today again.

Do you think you may have IBS? Or maybe it's the magnesium Sherry, that is the main ingredient in Milk of Magnesium. I would be getting concerned at so many stomach bugs that you've had during this pregnacy. That has to be awful to have them so often. I hope you figure out the cause for them, being pregnant is hard enough without throwing illness into the mix. Hoping you feel better real soon:throb:

The girls are doing good, they were a little fussy last night and decided they wanted to be held or lay next to us in bed, so not much sleep last night, hope that doesn't happen very often.

Today is baby day on the may board, I'm so excited. 4 Moms are having their babies, we only have a couple left that haven't had their babies. All of you will be having your babies in just a few weeks now.

[megzmom]

Lisa- I didn't loose my mucous plug with my dd so I am not sure about it but I asked my ob and he said it doesn't mean you are going into labor. Just that your body is starting the process. I interpreted that to mean wait and see.

I hope you are doing good. Keep us posted.

[vthompson]

Just wanted to check in - Valerie - Check!

Lisa - I am so anxious to hear what the doctor has to say!

Steph - Very glad to hear from you. I was getting worried.

Danielle - Are you ok????

Ok, I will check in later!

Valerie

[newmomx2]

Well I went to the doctor today and everything looked great - I actually lost 2 lbs and grew 3cm to 46 cm; he said that he might check my cervix next monday and unless I get to 4cm and am soft he is going to not induce till 39 weeks AAHHH last week he told me 38 weeks - not nice to keeping adding on weeks...he says the next great goal is 37 weeks because the boys will do great at that point - so I am going to focus on the short term and make it to next Thursday - after that I may have to resort to begging if it becomes to unbearable, I am really starting to have back pain and am running out of clothes !!!

I am not really having any contractions - just the occasional BH...which he said is great..

At least someone on this board is going to have babies soon !!! YEAH - keep us posted...

[qbanmom5]

Hi,

I haven't read anyones posts. just wanted to let you all know I was in a car accident yesterday with my 9 yr old daughter. We were hit on the front driver side and the car is totalled. The other driver's brakes went out apparently and he ran into me full speed. I barely saw it coming. ( I was driving btw and the air bags deployed really fast so i really didnt see anything). Luckily our caddy saved our life. I spent the night at the hospitals and the babies are o.k. I was contracting like crazy but they upped my terbutaline and d/c me this morning. My right wrist is sprained and i have whiplash-other than that I am o.k. (except for bruising on my chest, neck, and lap from seatbelt). DD was just fine just really shaken up and has a few scrapes on her shoulder. She was in the back seat. Can;t write more now since I had to take off the splint and sling in order to type! And they want me to keep it on 4-6 weeks! Just in time for Luke and Leia!! Love you all, and glad to say we are all o.k. just scared.

Love, Ters

[newmomx2]

Lisa - glad to see you are hanging in there - I know what you mean about the cervix check hurting - I am in no hurry to have anyone check anytime soon - last time I was checked 3 times in 2 hours and it was very painful...

Keep those babies cooking so they don't have any problems !!!

[newmomx2]

Wow Ters we posted at the same time and I just saw your note - that must have been very scary I am glad to hear that everyone is okay !!!!!

You need to take it easy for the next few days to let your body recover...

[twinsmakethree]

hi everyoneone. Take it easy

lisa- great news not much longer now! keep us informed

ters- that is aweful im glad that everything is ok if you cant check in everyday im sure we will understand, please take it easy :throb:

nothing new with me my friends came over to check on me brought me a cake and balloons it made me feel very good because I havent been out for weeks to socialize and i needed that! Just waiting for some changes in me i hope i dialated some more we'll see

Andrea

[TMoT]

Ters!!! I'm soooooo glad you, babies and ds are okay! :'-( :'-) Whew. Can't stop sighing. What a thing to happen! God was watching over the four of you, though, obviously. Please take your time to rest and take care of yourself -- especially emotionally. Must have been a terrible and very unpleasant shock of all things! :-( Hope ds will be okay too. :throb: Please write when you feel better, but take your time. Hugs and more hugs.

Lisa, glad you and the boys are still hanging in there! I think it was about four days after I saw my plug with ds#1 that he decided to come. With ds#2, I never noticed the mucous plug, so... Really getting warm now, though, eh?!? ;-) Just keep drinking your water and taking warm baths so you can at least feel comfortable in the meantime. I'm thinking/praying about you and the boys!!! :throb:

Steph, so nice to hear from you and LOVE the new, sporty, twin-pg Mommy pic!!! You look super!!!

Teresa, thanks for checking in on me!!! I'm worried about you feeling down and overwhelmed, but I guess that is normal!!!! Please stock up on your omega-3 now so you can handle things at least a teency, weency bit better. :throb: I wish I could be there to give you a hand. What a sight that would be, but I'd sure be willing to do it!!! :) Take good care of you and those beautiful, beautiful girls!!!!! Love, love, love....

For me, I truly do think it's the magnesium which is causing my tummy troubles, but dsx2 and dh are complaining about the same thing at the moment, so I wouldn't be surprised if there's a bug working its way in there too! :-( So hard to have any energy when you have loose bms (!) like this, but I'm doing my best...!! :-(

Andrea, (just saw your post) that was SO SWEET of your friends to come over with the balloons! I can imagine you really could use that now! Well, here are some more virtual ones from me -- for you, Valerie and Rachel too!!!

Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q

Tonight, we had a pg massage class for moms and dhs. It was really nice. Dh learned a lot of cool things to do to help me "manage" labor (assuming I'll actually have one this time!), including nice rubs, work with the ball and "slings," etc. HE ALSO FOUND MY BIKE-PUMP TONIGHT!!! So, Andrea (et al.), I'll be posting an "action photo" soon for a good laugh for you!!! :crazy: The two neatest pointers (rest are a bit harder to "relate"), were: bring baby powder to labor so dh can massage you without risking you getting chills from oil cooling off; and use your banana pillow to lay in so dh can give you a good massage! About banana pillow: put it in an upside-down "U" shape and lay inside it so babies can hang in there -- 3/4ths on your tummy -- and let dh give you a full, 'real' massage. It's almost like being on your back! Kinetherapist even recommended doing this on the dining room table (!! IF your table can handle the weight, of course!), so dh can really get some good angles for two-handed massage...!!! Not sure if we're really going to try the table-top suggestion (!), but IF we do, I'll definitely take pictures for all of you (to laugh at again)!!! :crazy:

Welp, tired and drained and SO FEELING the shortness of breath Steph wrote about. Steph, have you tried hugging something when you're laying down to help with this??? My kine also suggests holding onto a bar, or bed frame or some such sturdy device (even DH!), and "hanging" a bit to stretch out your ribcage so you can get more air in your lungs. The "sling" I wrote about is for the same purpose. Imagine: Our lungs really are getting crushed by the babies as well as by our slumped posture, these days. Really stretching your arms above your head and "dangling" from something (IF you can!), helps a LOT to get the air in there that we need. Just another useless idea from yours truly...! ;-)

So, I'm gonna hit the hay! Hang in there, mahvelous troopers! xox

[mommyof4at26]

hi loves ,im cecking in, well they said they arent going to weigh the boys till next monday so if there is a big differance than they will decide to deliver next week so pray they are closer in weights,alsobaby b turned breech again and and my doctor said if 1 baby is not head down he will still do a c section so i hope baby b turns again, ters- i am so glad your ok,and your daughter is okay, sherry- thanks for the balloons here is some:spitwater :spitwater :throb: well hope every one is still doing good:clap:

[twnz4atwn]

just checking in on everyone...

valerie, sherry, and mindy - i hope yall are feeling better today! its enough to have the regular aches and pains of being this pregnant without all the extras.. get lots of rest and feel better!

ters - really really glad that all are ok! what a horrible time to get in an accident...take your time and rest up and take care of yourself and the babies. oh - and i love the names!!!! too cute!

andrea - the last week or two ive had a loss of appetite too.. mostly like u just munching here and there..lots of fruit and frozen fruit bars..find myself having to make myself eat something more cause i know i need to. its getting hot here in nv so its so hard to find something that sounds good..which is nothing hot lol

steph - went to my ob today and seems we are in the same boat.. he'd told me two weeks ago, we'd talk at 36 weeks about scheduling for 37 and today said that we'd TALK at 38! its very discouraging.. i know they need to stay in as long as possible but 3 weeks and 5 is ALOT of difference at this point..especially when u are counting on 3!! i see my peri every week but no worries..im am still seeing my ob every other week too. :)

paula - to put the ticker on the signature.. go the user cp(control panel) on the list above, and then to edit signature. then go to lilypie.com or where ever u make your ticker, make the ticker and copy and paste it here. (may have to click on the icon that looks like the world with chain links). then save it and it should work... :)

:throb: smiles and hugs to all!

[JacobsMom]

OMG Ters - I am so glad you and your kiddos are ok!!! How scary!

We had some excitement today. I had noticed the last day or so that Baby B hasn't been moving as much as his brother, or at least I'm not feeling it. I had planned to call my OB this morning to see if I could come in today instead of waiting until my appt. on Thursday. By the time the office opened, I had dropped Jacob off at school, run some errands, and forgot to eat breakfast. So when I called to ask about coming in, I also told the nurse I was feeling a lot of pressure and discomfort, and that I thought I might be having contractions. She told me to go ahead and report to L&D and let them monitor me and the babies to see what was going on. I ran one last errand and called my hubby to tell him we needed to go in. Luckily he had stayed home from work today and was able to go with me. When I got home I finished packing my suitcase and grabbed some other last minute items I thought I might need if this was it. Although I forgot my pillow!! :(

We checked in about 11:30am and they put on monitors for both babies. The heartrates were excellent for both :throb: :throb: - fluctuating in the high 140's to mid 150's. I WAS having some "mild" :woa: contractions. They had me drink 2 glasses of orange juice, which really got the boys moving, and 32 oz of water. :spitwater Then they had me eat some lunch. After that, the contractions had pretty much stopped. (A little hint here, STAY HYDRATED and DON'T SKIP BREAKFAST!) Baby B kept trying to dodge the monitor so we were having a hard time getting a long reading on him. I'm gonna have to keep an eye on this kiddo, he is a sneaky one! LOL! They finally were able to get a good clean reading for both boys with no contractions, and released me about 4:00pm. :aok:

My OB didn't put any restrictions on my activities, she just said to drink LOTS of water and eat regularly. If I had any more contractions, drink and lay down to see if they go away. If not, give her a call. I will still go in to see her for my regular appointment on Thursday.

Well, it was definately an eye opener. I am not quite ready for this! At least it was a false alarm, and I will have a chance to make sure everything I had forgotten is taken care of when the real time comes. We had planned to finish my bedroom today while hubby was home, then we ended up at the hospital all day. We are finishing it tonight before we go to bed!!!

Take care,
Stacey

[Daniele'sTwins]

Just checking in...

Ters...I am SOOOOOOOO glad you are okay! I know I would have been a wreck myself! The person that hit you must have felt horrible when he saw your belly!

As for me I went to the doctors tday. I am about 2cm dialted. He said it could be 2 days or two weeks....can't wait!

[LucasMom]

Danielle- YOU SCARED US!! I am glad you are ok!

Ters-I guess the "force was with you". OK, sorry, cheesy Star Wars reference! I am really glad you are ok and the babies are ok. I talk about you guys to my husband, and so today I told him "One of my website moms was in a car accident" and he cut me off and was so concerned that you and the babies were ok.

Stacey- I find when I go to work in the am, and I don't eat or drink right away, my contractions are very strong. I am glad you are ok.

Talked to the Doctor today and kind of gave him an ultimatum...I told him I was really miserable and scared that I wouldn't go into labor on my own, because I never did with Lucas, and he ended up being almost 10 lbs. when they induced me. These guys are already each about 7 lbs. (Baby A a little over 7, baby B a little under) and I am still going strong here. Still going to work each day actually! So he told me after a little pushing that we could do an Amnio if they aren't here by Monday, and if lung maturity is good, he will induce. So I suppose by next Wednesday, I'll have my kiddos! Still hoping to go somehow naturally in the next 5 days though, not a huge fan of needles going into the belly!

The waiting is the hardest part at this point. I can't believe I am still pregnant! After all the worry about them coming too early! I am so excited for all of us!

Have a great night guys, and try to get some kind of sleep, believe me I understand how hard that is!

Hugs,

Mindy

[MomAgainX2]

Hi there everyone, My name is Jennifer and I am pregnant with twins. I am due June 15th, 2006 and new to the "Twins web". I am already a mom of a beautiful 4 year old son, Dylan and now am expecting another son and a daughter. I look forward to making new chatting friends, pregnant with twins as well to exchange information with.

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[twnz4atwn]

welcome jennifer!! even though its late in the pregnance, i too just found this site..joined only a week or two ago. but its been so nice to have others to chat with/ read about who are going through the same thing...and this is a wonderful group of ladies!! so.. welcome and congrats!:throb:

[MomAgainX2]

Thank you, I was just browsing the web last night and found it. I can't wait to get these babies out. I am having a boy, Ethan and a girl, Emma. So far He is 5 lbs 9 oz and she is 5 lbs 2 oz. Well I'm off to another NST. I look forward to chatting with all of you. Talk to you all soon. :crazy:

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[vthompson]

Just wanted to check in today.

Danielle - I am so glad that you posted. We were getting worried about you.

Ters - I cannot believe what an ordeal you have been through. I am so glad that everyone is doing ok. Make sure you get plenty of rest.

Lisa - I am so excited for you that you are getting so close! Make sure you take it easy and try to stay as comfortable as possible.

Sherry - Another flu bug!! When will it end for you guys?

Jennifer - Welcome! We are so glad that you decided to join us.

Mindy - I can't wait until next Monday to find out if you are going to have those babies! I am proud of you for making your requests known.

Stacey - What an ordeal! Keep us posted after your appt on Thursday.

Well, I am experiencing a lot of shortness of breath and I am pretty tired so I think I am going to nap. Sorry that I didn't reply to everyone. Keep cooking!

Valerie

[sgarrett]

Ters: Wow that had to be sooo scary! I too told my hubby and it scared him. I am glad everything is OK.

Hi Jennifer, I just joined this site a few weeks ago too. It is a great source of info. I am also expecting a boy and a girl, Aiden Byers and Isabelle Grace.

I notice alot of people are having trouble eating, the weird thing with me is I get hungry I just do not know what for. I drive my hubby crazy, nothing sounds good right now you know what I mean?

Went to the doc yesterday and Aiden weighed 4.3 pounds and Isabelle was 4.6. She had her legs all streched out on "his side". She is such a uterus hog! We have seen her twice kicking her brother in ultrasounds, poor guy is henpecked in the womb!

I am getting so anxious, it is exciting to see others moms "so close" I have not had any contractions and I am scared I will not know it if I do. I mean I cramp sometimes but I do not think they are contractions. I have a 17 year old son, but geesh that was a million years ago I can not remember!

Take care everyone!

[sgarrett]

How do you put a pic with your signature?

[Tadpoles' Mum]

Hi Ladies,

Thanks Andrea for your comments on the May thread - I pass on all the comments to George and print out pictures of the twins that are being born so I can keep her as informed as possible.

Well - the update is pretty amazing, but no babies yet! Cerclage was removed last Friday with everyone on standby ready for these babies to deliver. Baby A has been head down and engaged for weeks and weeks now with Baby B higher and breech. When the cerclage was removed George started to have some contractions but not regular, her cervix opened immediately to 3 cms so we were just waiting for the rest to happen. Well what actually happened is that the babies shot right out of the way, went high with Baby A now breech and Baby B transverse! By Friday night the contractions had stopped!

Anyway, Saturday morning George is now 5 cms dilated with the waters bulging but babies were still way up high. She has been walking the corridors and the gardens as much as she can to try and get the babies to get into position again.

Today the doctor said that if Baby A was head down again he would break the waters and deliver, so they scanned to check but No - Baby A is still breech so they daren't intervene in case the cord presents first. They are trying to avoid a c-section and as the babies are fine, no sign of distress at all, the doctors say there is really no reason to c-section yet. There is still a chance that they could turn and deliver naturally.

George is uncomfortable to say the least, in a lot of pain with back ache and leg ache but the contractions so far are painless! 5 cms dilated with waters bulging are making sitting very difficult, we all just want this to be over now with two healthy babies! It is incredible that she has managed to carry them this far, she will be 37 weeks on Thursday so has virtually made it to term.
I think we would all like the doctors to just do a c-section now, but they are quite adamant that there is no reason to yet - so we wait!

Will let you all know as soon as we have news - good luck to all of you - I dare hardly tell George that some of you are starting to deliver now!

Rae

[MomAgainX2]

Sgarrett- I think it must be a boy/girl thing.....My husband and I too have witnessed several times that Emma is kicking or punching her brother inside. They are both trouble makers but I know that she is gonna be the bully. :rotflmbo:

I went for an NST today and of course nothing is ever the same or good news. As of last friday I had my last Level II ultrasound and it showed that both babies were head down and ready to go. Tomorrow is the day we go into to see the doctor and find out when we are gonna be able to induce. But go figure today when I went in for my NST they said that he is completely breech again and she is sideways. I have been in so much pain and probably have gotten about 10 hours sleep since Saturday. Any advise??? :confused: I feel like I am about to dye and I feel like my tummy weighs 100lbs alone. I was lucky I have only gained 26 lbs. :scale: Looking forward to any comments or advise....

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[megzmom]

OUta HERE!!!!!!!!!! Today was my last day. My classroom looks sooo deserted. Took everything home. DH was just that darling. He loaded truck up twice and put all my stuff in the shed. I found out I get to stay in 4th again next year but they got portables for the upper grades. So I didn';t want all my stuff in the halls like last summer when they moved my room.

Kids were okay. Only got one hate mail :) my girls are PMSing worse that a grown up. Luckily the rest were great. Not sure about the sub but all grades are in and I've done all I can.

I still will come by (duaghter is in the same school) but now I can go pee when I need to!

I have also lost my appetite. Last week the only thing I ate for breakfast and supper was cereal. It has been soo hot here and nothing sounds good.

Swelling. I have swollen soooooo bad. I can't even open my water bottles. Carpal tunnel has set back in. I had surgery on the right so its not as bad but never had the needed surgery on the left and I am really paying for it.

I still will post when I can ( no computer at home)

I can't wait to watch all the baby stories I want. I am going to get cracking on my scrapbooking.

3D is tomorrow! I thought this day would never come. I am so very excited. They didn't have this with dd.

Take care everyone.

[sgarrett]

Jennifer

Have you tried Tylenol PM? My doc okayed it and it has helped me with the sleeping thing. I actually have a ritual now before I go to bed. I take the Tylenol about 1 hour before, than I take a long bubble bath with the lights low. I stay in there until my hubby is done watching TV in bed b/c they say that can contribute to insomonia. Than I go to bed. It does not always work but I have gotten much better sleep the past few nights. (except for Sat night - I was up to till 4:00am)

I love the name Emma Elizabeth, how cute! I wanted Emily Elizabeth but it was vetoed!

Well take care,

Staci

[Dad of twins]

Hello ladies we just got back from the doctors. She had a nst today. Durning that she started having contractions. We are at home now but they are 5 min apart. The doctor said that is not going to stop labor and he will deliver them at our hospital! We are very excited! Maybe tonight we may have the boys!

Welcom to the new girls here! You will find some of the best people around here! And it is ok to bash your husband here. I don't take it personal!

Ters I am glad that you are ok. I hope that everything works out.

Everyone else I hope that you are feeling good. Try to keep you posted!


Jason

[TMoT]

Hi, All! Just doing a quick run of the posts to make sure everyone is still baking...! ;-)

Welcome, Jennifer! You're the second Jennifer to join us in the past month (and what happened to the other Jennifer now? Jennifer???!) -- what are the odds of that?!? She's having g/g identicals, if I remember correctly though (J, hope I didn't botch that), but I, like you, Staci, et al. am having b/g too!!! Just based on movement, I have to agree that my girl is also the more "pushy" of the two, but I've never actually seen her kick her brother in the head (and I hope I never will)! But, I have a feeling that these two are really going to be mini-me's of dh and I, so I guess their behavior is pretty fitting!!! :crazy: Well, congrats on your twins, and if you want to get some pointers on baby positioning (for singletons, but there are still some pretty good tips for us too), please check out this site: www.spinningbabies.com ;-)

Btw, Jennifer, what kind of pain are you in exactly? There is such a variety of discomfort at this stage, maybe the ladies here can help if you tell what thing/s is/are keeping you up nights???? ;-)

Rae, thanks for the incredible news about Georgina!!! I can't believe those babies are free to come out and now they're playing coy! ;-) Guess they're just as good where they are for the moment (?!), but you might also give G the spinningbabies.com site to see if she can do a few things to get them down into a good position...??? Either way, congratulations to her and you all for having done such an awesome job all these weeks! You have been amazing!!!!!

Staci, when you make the ticker, there's an option to include a picture. Follow the directions they give you to do that, but be sure the file-size is not too big, or else nothing happens...!! (?!)

Mindy, two 7-pounders?!!! Gads, gal!! I can't believe they're not budging either -- especially as active as you've been!!!! Can't believe the contractions you've had from not drinking water haven't "helped" matters either. Hmmm. ...Too bad there isn't a less-invasive way for the doc to check on lung development. I've got the same fear of needles that you do. :-( Well, I guess it'll all go pretty quickly after this, so you must feel some comfort about that??? Take good care of yourselves in the meantime and rest up (har har) for the Big Arrival!!!!! :yippee:

Stacey, WHEW! I guess there's nothing like a dry run to help you realize 1. how "unprepared" you are; and 2. how much you'd like them to stay in there a bit longer!!! Just hearing your story has me going through a pretty exhaustive mental check-list, and I'm afraid I've got LOTS to do still! YIKES!! ...Well, I'm glad you got everything under control and are taking better care of yourself now!! (!?!) ;-)

Valerie (Steph too!), poor thing, if you want to try a trick to get more air in your lungs, here's one of the rib-stretching things I learned yesterday: So you don't have to even get out of bed, you can tie a towel to the bedpost, hold onto it, stretch your arms all the way out straight in front of you (parallel with the bed) and get down on your knees, with your head down, "pulling" on your arms/back till you feel a good "opening" in all your vertebrae (down to your lower back). Be sure to keep your back as straight as possible (esp not arched!), and even stick some pillows underneath you to keep from squashing the babies if you need to... Don't know if you can really get the picture this way, but we did it in our exercise class yesterday (on the floor and with a ball instead of pillows, but the concept was the same), and the feeling was AWESOME!!!!! :) Anyway, just hope you're not feeling too uncomfortable!!! :throb:

Daniele, CONGRATS on the 2cm!!! Any day now....!! :-D

Brandi/Steph, sorry about you both getting put off again and again by your docs! I'm only at 31 weeks, but I'd just say why not plan for it to be 38 weeks (=full-term -- you're both so close!!!), and just be relieved/overjoyed if they come sooner, or if the doc caves in and says to induce before then??!? Despite all the misery, remember what Lisa's doc said about every "little" week...??! HANG IN THERE!!!!! :throb:

Rachel, thanks for the :spitwater ! Reminds me, I need a drink! ;-) And, btw, we ARE definitely fighting another bug here! :-(( Staying brave and fighting the good fight though!

Keep simmering, all!! xox

[TMoT]

Jason, congrats on the impending arrival!!!! :yippee: Please keep us posted and much love, luck and strength to you and dw for tonight/tomorrow!!! xox

[sgarrett]

Thanks Sherry,

Wanted to check and see if it works.

Staci

[swineland]

Hey all...just checking in.

I called my OB this AM b/c I was having a watery type discharge last night and I've been having way more BH contrax than I'm used to. She called back and said "the doctor doesn't seem too concerned, so just call us back if anything gets worse or changes". Uh, okay. My next appt is Monday morning and I'll insist he check me then. I'll be 35 weeks at that point and the boys should be weighing in at about 5 lbs by now, I would think. Since I have not gained too much weight in other areas of my body, I feel as though I am ALL baby. I've got 10 lbs of baby, not to mention placenta et al......my skin is stretched beyond capacity and I'm tight as can be. It's a totally uncomfortable state of being these days and while I'm thankful that I've only gained 40 lbs and I have never been on bedrest or anything, I'm feeling really "at my limit" right now. The worst thing is when the boys get up under my ribs......it literally HURTS. Feels like broken ribs or something. Usually happens first thing in the morning when I try to roll myself out of bed.

I bought a Bissell Flip-It wet-dry vaccum today at Target.....we have hardwood floors with LOTS of cat/dog hair on a daily basis and my current ritual of swiffer then mop is not going to work. So, I got this handy little machine that vaccums up light "debris" and then you flip the handle around and it mops the floor and squeegee's it dry! :clap: It's the little things, eh?

Sherry, thanks for the advice and tips of how we can get better/deeper breaths. I have my "ball" and I frequently get on all 4's and then lean forward and hug the ball to my chest, which seems to open things up a bit. Also, when I'm trying to sleep at night, or whenever I'm laying on my side, I always take my top arm and bend it way back behind me or up over my head for a few minutes, the stretch feels good and it definitely opens up my lungs a little.

Food...I'm over it. Heather, I totally am in the same situation as you with the cereal. I have it for breakfast, and if DH wasn't here, I'd have it for dinner and lunch probably too! It's all I can think of to eat that doesn't require cooking or thought. I've been trying to cook something "decent" every other night, tonight it's grilled chicken w/green beans and orzo. But let me tell you, it will take EVERY ounce of energy that I've got to make this dinner (and it's NOT like some gourmet meal). I sit on a rolling stool in the kitchen and do what I can with my faux "wheelchair" (haha) and I take lots of breaks to try and get more breath. Maybe I'll see if Meals on Wheels can add us to their list!?

Ters, SO glad to hear that you are relatively unscathed from your accident. How scary! Boy, anything can happen at any time.....you just never know. I know you must be shaken up mentally as well as, obviously, physically. Take it easy now and recoup.

Lisa, wow, you are getting so close! Every time I read one of your updates, I get all excited. Same goes for Jason, now. We're all racing to the finish!

Well, I have got to go lay down.......
Talk to you gals later...
Steph

[Domnicksmom+2]

Hi Ladies,

Sherry I'm here and thank you so much for asking about me. I didn't mean to introduce myslff and then just disappear. Right after I posted I actually ended up in the hospital for 5 days and it has just been a whirlwind since then. I went to the doctors on 4/24 due to having lots of contractions and losing part of my mucas plug. They hooked me up to the monitors and evrything looked good.. then decided to do a quick ultrasound and discovered that Baby b the one with the polycystic kidneys amniotic level were very low. Well My doctor was out of town on vacation so his associate decided to send me to the hopsital for monitoring and to see the other periontologist in the area. They and my husband and I made the decision to do 24 hour monitoring because they thought that baby b would go into distress with that low a fluid. Well after 4 days of being there and no communication my husband and I were ambushed by the periontologist, neonatologist and obgy that works with my specialist. They basically told us that they met with the ethical board as well as the cheif medical officer of the hospital and refused to do a stat c-section should baby b go into distress. They felt that since her outlook is not that good that they would not put baby a at risk for her. So the emotional roller coaster continues .

Fast forward to today... went in for an ultrasound and NST and both babies seem to be doing great. The ultrasound tech was able to find the dividing membrane .. which was not able to be found in the previous 2 ultrasounds and able to measure baby b fluid and it looks like she has more that what we originally thought. She is low but still above that magic 5cm. She is hovering around 6 1/2 cm... her heartrate is great and blood flow is great and she is growing. She is currently 4.3 lbs and her sister is 4.5lbs at 32w5days which is in the 50th %.

Also I have been put on moderate bedrest due to my cervix effacing to 75% in less that 2 weeks with one week of that on bedrest. Sooo things have been quite crazy around here and I am just ready for this all to be over with like the rest of you. My doctor really wants me to get to 36 weeks which is 3 weeks from now.

We are still praying for a miracle and so far she has been are little fighter.

Ters, so sorry to hear about your accident. I'm so glad you and the babies are ok.

Sherry, another bug huh?? I think you have had your fare share of them this pregnancy and that they need to go away.


Ok I ahve to apologize for not doing more personals.. I will have to take some notes next time.

Please hang in there ladies and the end is coming soon.

Jennifer

[vthompson]

Hello Everyone! The Cavs are on tonight...they actually made it to the 2nd round of the playoffs! YEAH!! Anyways, I wanted to check in real quick.

Lisa - Glad to hear from you today!! Thanks for asking about me. I am ok today, just usual complaints. I think these are becoming "normal" for me now. I did develop this strange rash on the top of my hands/wrist. The doctor said to put cortizone on it...we will see if it works.

Steph - I am sorry you are so uncomfortable. Hopefully, the doctor is a little more understanding at your appt. How do you like the Bissell? I thought it looked really cool on TV. I tend to get WAY too excited about cleaning products!

Sherry - Thanks for the tips. I am anxious for you to try some of them at home and take a picture so I can get a visual! I really hope you feel better. I agree with Lisa, is it something in the water?

Jason - I am so anxious to hear back from you! Good luck with the births just around the corner!

Heather - I was VERY relieved to read your post about today being your last day! :clap: You deserve the rest and relaxation!

Momagainx2 - I am sorry you are having such a hard time sleeping...I am in a very similar boat as you! Maybe the Tylenol PM will work, I haven't tried that yet.

Rae - Thanks for the update on Georgina. I cannot believe her story! She is a medical miracle! Make sure you keep us posted when the babies are born. We can't wait!

Sgarrett - I am also having boy/girl twins. However, mine seem to be opposite. At one of the u/s, Corey was kicking his sister in the head and he has been much more active then her. However, he recently moved head down instead of transverse, so now Kayley moves like crazy. I think she was just waiting for her brother to get out of her way!!

Ok, well I will check in later. I actually have a job interview tomorrow morning for a position after the babies are born. Since I am on bedrest, they are coming here to my house. I feel weird about that, but my MIL knows the 2 people who are conducting the interview. My MIL volunteers for this group and they are looking for someone to work from home making phone calls, writing newsletters, etc. I plan on staying home with the babies after they are here, but I have to bring in a certain amount of money so I am really hoping this works out. Wish me luck!!

Valerie

[vthompson]

Jennifer - We must have been posting at the same time...I am so sorry that you are going through such an emotional/physical roller coaster. It sounds like she is a fighter! I will keep you and the babies in my thoughts and prayers. Keep us posted when you can!

Valerie

[mmzill]

Hey everyone~

Just thought I'd check in with everyone.

A few of you asked about tips with nursing two.....here's the limited tips I've learned - make sure you have someone handy to hand one to for burps. It's really a helpless feeling when you've got two babies and no one there to help you out. A nursing pillow is great!!! I got a boppy, but I think they will out grow it soon - I would get that bigger one if I had it to do over. I think that's about it.....make sure you have someone at home when you get there. Our little ones are not home yet, but the nurses have been so so helpful, I'm am getting terrified of the idea of taking care of them 24-7. Thankfully my mom is coming for a couple weeks, then my sister, so we will have some help.

Well, Anthony is almost 4 lbs!!!! Yeah! He came out of the isollette today and kept his temp up great....tomorrow they are going to not gavage feed him when I nurse him. The dr also said that he might come home by this weekend. But I have no idea how I'm going to have him home and Nathan still in the hospital. Going back and forth will be awful (even though it is only 5 miles away) Nathan is doing well also, he's at 3 lbs 5.6 oz - so he's getting there.

It sounds like you all have been having quite a time of it! (some a little more crazy than others) My heart goes out to you all! Hang in there. You are all getting so so close! :clap:

Well, it's late and I'm tired - have a good night everyone!
~Monica

[LucasMom]

Monica- I am glad Nathan and Anthony are doing so well! Do you have new pics of them? I always show them to my coworkers because they are so cute!

Speaking of pics-hey Jill, are you out there? How are your munchkins doing?

Val- Funny about the job interview. I got a phone call yesterday froma recruiter who was being very "insistent" upon meeting me about a job. I told her I'd be able to talk on the phone with her later today, but was on my way into a meeting at the time, so I am doing a "phone interview" with her today at 2ish. If it sounds interesting, then I'll tell her I won't be available to interview for a few more weeks. Good luck today, it sounds like the perfect kind of job for you to be at home with the babies.

Jennifer- The whole thing really is a roller coaster ride. It is heart wrenching and I am sorry you are having such a rough time with it. It does sound like you have some fighters on your hands though, and we have had some pretty tough, pretty little people around here! Thinking of you!

Lisa- I didn't see the commercial yet, but onthe TLC website where they just began advertising the show, there is a pic of kids playing. The big blondish head right in the front of the pic is my son Lucas! My episodes will start airing on the 30th of may, and I think, go through the next week or so. The women I met on the show were awesome , and we have become really friendly. I am interested to see how the shows came out, because there were some heated moments on there. I'll look for the commercial, but if you see an overinflated Catherine Zeta jones looking kind of pregnant lady with heels on in her 7th month of pregnancy, that's me!
PS Lisa- We are almost there aren't we!

I have a BPP and NST and Doctors appt today. I will find out more on the Amnio, and when we are going to do it. I am pretty tired, have not been sleeping nearly at all, as you all can understand.

Steph- That was kind of a lame answer from your doc, no? That is and was why I am always afraid to call over, because you always end up feeling a little "dumbed down" by doc answers. Each time I have been told to go to labor and delivery, I get sick to my stomach, because if you get the wrong doctor or nurse, they may say something completely insensitive, and then you leave feeling depressed. Stay cool though, and those babies will be here in no time.

OK, enough from me. A busy day ahead, so I'll check on all of you later. Have a wonderful day!

Mindy

[mommyof4at26]

omg- last night i gave in and did it, it was the most uncomfortable thing guess i wont be doing that for awhile again lol well hope everyone is doing good:spitwater :spitwater

[swineland]

Hey everyone....

Mindy, I hope you don't mind, but it's such fun to have a "celebrity" on the board that I thought I'd share the link to TLC's episode guide of your show....just kinda neat to read it. Thought everyone might like it.
http://tlc.discovery.com/tvlistings/episode.jsp?episode=11&cpi=55191&gid=14375&channel=TLC

I just woke up and had my cereal ( haha..heather, I also had a bowl last night after dinner!) but it's too soon to tell how I feel today. Yesterday was the worst I've felt this whole pregnancy I think. But, my spirits are high and I'm just doing the best I can!! I have a friend driving over today from Tampa who is going to bring lunch and maybe a movie and we can just visit. Should be nice, I haven't seen her in months.

Well, I hope you all have a great day and stay well!
Steph

[sgarrett]

AAARRGGGHHH! I got absolutely no sleep last night b/c of my stupid hand. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to releive the carpel tunnel pain? My poor hubby (when I am awake I tend to keep him awake) kept asking if there was anything he could do and I told him to chop my fricken hand off! The fun part is I am in sales and on the phone with customers all day long, when I get no sleep I have no brain power!

Any suggestions would be great!

[vthompson]

Rachel - I was laughing at your post!! I am sorry it was not a more enjoyable experience...at least you know now what you were missing! :)

Mindy - I am with Steph, I think it is so cool that you are going to be on the show! I checked out the link that Steph sent. It does feel like we have a celebrity on our forum! I am so excited to see the show. I think I am actually going to set it up to record in case I am having babies!

Monica - It sounds like the boys are doing great! I can't believe they are so close to coming home. Do you have any updated pictures?

Jill - When you get a chance, try and post an update and some new pictures. We love hearing from you and Monica!

Well, the interview went really well and they gave me the job. It is only 8 hours a week, but anything will help. It is basically doing admin tasks, all from home, for the Chamber of Commerce of the suburb we live near (i.e., making phone calls, organizing events, Internet research, etc). I am very happy! I am also going to babysit one of my girlfriend's sons. He will be in 1st grade so it will be after school until she gets home from her college classes, around 9pm. I think her son may actually be of help to me with the babies.

I will check back in later!
Valerie

[EBTwinz]

I was reading the latest Marie Claire magazine and there is an article titled, "What would your life be like as a twin?". Then they have pics of identical twins and short captions. I guess every year in Twinsburg, Ohio, there is an annual twin gathering. I think it's for identical twins, but I thought it was cool. Just thought I would let you all know.

Lisa

[vthompson]

Lisa - The festival in Twinsburg is for any twins. It is a huge festival, I guess. They put it all over the news here in Cleveland. Twins and their parents come from all over to attend. Twinsburg is not that far from me, about 30 minutes. We plan on going this year, as long as the babies are up for it. In case anyone is interested, the website is http://www.twinsdays.org/ This year, it is August 4-6. It is about 20 minutes from the airport. Maybe some of you will want to go and we can meet up! :)

Staci - Unfortunately, I do not have any advice on the carpal tunnel issue. Hopefully, someone else on the forum will be able to offer you some.

Valerie

[Dad of twins]

Hello ladies just me again. Well long night last night. The Dr. told us he was not going to stop it but when we went to the hospital he stopped it with shots of turb. Well not really stop, she is still having contractions every 8-10 mins. Now he has changed his mind. He wants her to hold on for a week or two! I don't know about you but ishe is ready to get it over with. She got like two hours of sleep last night. So we are at home staying in the holding pattern! Unscernity sucks! The cord is around one of the boys necks. We asked the Dr what way we should have the babies and he suggested to use that we could do it Vag or we could do it c-section! No crap! Even I could have figured that one out!! See, you ladies are not the only ones venting! So we don't know what is going on. You know just as much as us!

Well have to tend to my wife!

Jason

[twinsmakethree]

this is a good article from parents. com about what we should be careful of while breastfeeding http://www.parents.com/parents/story.jhtml?storyid=/templatedata/parents/story/data/3261.xml&catref=prt29

enjoy:)
Andrea

sorry im not posting individual but i have been crappy all day long dont want to pass it on!!

[EBTwinz]

Just a quick post... I had an u/s. Ethan is approx. 5 1/2 lbs, Brady is about 6 lbs. The bright spot around Ethan's heart went away. (Yessss!).

I will check in later.
Lisa

[TMoT]

Jennifer, so great to hear from you and sorry about the ups and downs! :-( Your little Baby B really IS a trooper!! :throb: I am SO proud of her -- as you must be! Much more disappointed by the clowns at the hospital though -- and sorry (again) that you had to deal with that! :-( Hang in there and thanks for posting. I'm thinking about you all!!!! xox

Jason, I'm so sorry about the docs being so vague, after all your dw has been through! Well, you're definitely getting close now, so whatever you're doing (right), just keep it up! You're in my thoughts/prayers for all the best -- and mostly for a bit of calm for dw (and YOU!) in the next week or so!!!!!

Valerie, that is SO COOL about the job! CONGRATULATIONS! It must give you a good sense of confidence and relief for the future-after-twins-are-born, and you really deserve that!!! Congrats again!

Staci, I'm starting to feel CT too, but I've read it comes from water retention (=not drinking enough?!!), and maybe some issues with calcium deficiency. As far as relief, though, I just try to keep my wrists as flat as possible when I'm sleeping (duh!), and hope for the best. I find working on the computer (ahem!) is a really BAD thing, though, so maybe I need to start cutting down on these marathon posts... (!?) :-( Btw, there is a CT thread on this site too. Go take a peak and see what the other mommies say. xox

Lisa, great weights for those boys! :5pound: You are getting so close and I have nothing but LOTS of love and positive vibes going in your direction now! xx

Monica, great to hear from you as always! Such exciting progress, but I'm worried for you about the commute between Anthony and Nathan now too. :-( Poor thing. You're already really on the run as it is, I imagine. Well, just a little bit longer...!! ...And, thanks for the tip on the "burp-helper" for b/f! I told dh right away! He's gotta have something to do in the whole process, of course!!!! ;-)

Btw, I have a "twins b/f" consultation at my hospital on Friday which I'll be sure to post to everyone about... ;-)

Rachel, LOL! Must've been "something in the air last night"... (:eek: Abba!) Dh took some pics of me and wanted a few nudies for his collection (ar ar!), so we ended up enrapt in coital bliss (?!) too! We've been pretty active all along, though (eat your hearts out - just kidding! :crazy: ), so it wasn't any more uncomfortable than previously really. Just more and more challenging to find a position that "works" (and for me to erase the image of myself as a beached baleine whale in the process), but we seem to be doing okay. :-)))

Andrea, Steph, et al., take a look at my (miniature -- but I hope you get the idea!) ticker now!!!! :rotflmbo: DH got an action shot of me on the ball with the "sling" (made from a diagonally-rolled queen-size flat bedsheet) on... The sling could actually be longer (so I could really SIT on the ball), but I think you get the idea here... Steph, you can make a short sling for the foot post of your bed, hang onto it and lay with your chest on your ball (on the floor), pulling away from your bed with your arms stretched out, and get the same kind of "stretch" I was trying to describe to Valerie yesterday (if you get the picture??!)... Ugh. So hard to relay these positions. Wish there was a web-page with them published somewhere...!!!!

As I said, we also got some other belly-shots last night (not the nudies!!). ;-) So, I'll leave this ticker up till tomorrow then replace it with my NEW ticker pic! So exciting!!!!! 8o)

BUT THE BIGGEST NEWS IS.....

WE CAME UP WITH OUR BABIES' NAMES!!!! Whew. *sigh of relief* Etc. I'm not supposed to be sharing them with anyone, but you ladies are the exception, of course, as always.... So, here goes:

Baby Boy: Darius Dominick Ernest
Baby Girl: Artemis Rose

We waffled over Darius' two middle names because one is my Great-Uncle (Dominick) and the other is dh's Great-Grandpa. :-) Since they're both still alive, in the end, we thought it would be sweet to honor them in this way... :-) ...Artemis (=Greek for the goddess "Diana") was (also) a general in the navy for the Persian King Darius' son, Xerxes. That's the connection... (??!) ...And Rose is the name of my dearly beloved Grandmother who passed away five years ago and leaves an ARMY of descendants named after her (she was Uncle Nick's little sister too :'-))... :-) ...VIOLA! FINALLY! After all this time and indecision! I am excited to know what you all think, and RELIEVED, of course, that dh and I finally have an agreement! (Ters, I think we were just "waiting" for you and your dh to decide first, since your babies are supposed to come first too! ;-))

Otherwise, YES it's a @#$% flu bug again! And, no, I don't think it's the water here (we drink bottled, for goodness' sake!)! ;-) But, the boys go to different schools, then they go visit their dad, then dh works somewhere else... So we're all being CONSTANTLY exposed to different "pools" of germs, etc., and there's just no avoiding it! Wah! Today I feel so gassy (sorry!), bloated, nauseated and runny, it's almost as though I'm 7mos. pg with twins or something!!!!!!! ;-) Well, boys went to their dad's tonight (already! Another week passed!), so it's cocoon-and-nest, cocoon-and-nest, time for me. ;-)

Mindy, "Catherine Zeta-Jones-looking"??!!? LOL At that rate, I guess I'm Bette Midler-looking then! :crazy:

Take care and keep posting! xox

[Tadpoles' Mum]

Georgina has just had her babies - her husband just called me from the hospital.

Two little girls - Tallulah Rose and Isabella Grace.

I have very few details, I know Isabella is 5lbs 1oz, Tallulah is smaller but don't know her weight. I don't even know if they were born on the 10th or the 11th as it was around midnight here but I forgot to ask which side of midnight they arrived!

George had to have a C-section in the end, babies are fine, breathing okay but under heatlamps to help maintain their temperatures.

Should have more details tomorrow (Today!!!!!!!!!!)

Rae

[TMoT]

Congratulations, Georgina, dh, India, Rae, et al. on the arrival of Tallulah and Isabelle! :throb: :throb:

I am awake in Belgium and it's 1:15am, so they probably came on the 10th???!

Well, truly overjoyed for all of you and very eager to hear more news soon!!! :yippee:

[mmzill]

I finally got some new pics out there. Here's the link http://photos.yahoo.com/mmzill I also put some pics of Alaina when she was a newborn on there, under Alaina newborn, so you can compair them to her. .. . .if you want :)

Andrea - thanks for the link on breastfeeding. I have always wondered about caffeine....that helped clear it up.

This may sound silly but it really works! I've tested it myself....If you all get engorged, cabbage leaves over your breasts can reduce your milk. CAUTION.......It can also dry up your milk supply, so don't leave them there long. With my dd I had a clogged milk duct under my arm. It hurt like crazy, I took a small cabbage leaf and put it on the duct for 30 min or so and it helped alot! (eating lots of cabbage can be bad too.....brocoli and cabbage are in the same family - that's also why you have to stay somewhat away from brocoli.)

Rea - thanks for the updates on Georgina! Wish her the best for us!

Have a good evening everyone - Oh Anthony is definetly coming home this weekend. Nathan in another week or so.

~Monica

[LucasMom]

Sherry- Yes, Catherine Zeta Jones, which BTW I didn't decide for myself. I have been compared to her since I was 18 or so, and it constantly comes up in conversation, so if people ask, that is always who I am compared to. I would say her not so fortunate sister!

Monica- THEY ARE GORGEOUS! And I am not just saying that! I mean, really good looking kids! Beautiful!

Mindy

PS- here is a family pic of Daddy, Lucas and the overinflated CZJ! Click on the pic to see it larger.

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[Jillmami]

Haven't really had a chance to read many posts with all that's going on (babies and mom's surgery which is tomorrow.) Any/all prayers would be welcome!

TJ is coming home this weekend!! Our little girl who began at 1 pound 12 ounces is coming home at 4 pounds. We are ecstatic!! Noah, who is now 4 pounds 11 ounces has to wait until May 26 for surgery on his hernia. They can't do it now since one of his testicles has yet to drop. (Yeah, that's a weird request to put on a prayer request! LOL) So, we begin the next phase as a family.

Hope everyone is hanging on! Those that have delivered, congrats and best of luck to you all. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have about special care nursery, breastfeeding, etc.

Take care!

[newmomx2]

Hi everyone - thought I better check in since it has a been a few days - I am still doing good - 36 weeks today and no signs of contractions - noone has engaged - NADA... I figure it will either be all of a sudden or I will need to be induced. In fact they are locked head to head down by my pelvis I think they are stuck ! I had my BPP today and the tech was impressed to see me she said they rarely see mother's of twins past 36 weeks ! She said she hoped to see me next Wed., she is looking forward to checking there weights ! They both received another 8/8 today and I was done in 15 minutes !

Monica - Thanks for the pics !!

Well sorry I can't personalize but I need to log in and do some work now, I have a full day of conference calls and meetings ahead of me...

Oh ladies I believe that Sat night is a full moon...so if you not ready keep your legs crossed :rotflmbo:

[sgarrett]

Sorry for my last grouchy post, did not sleep last night either but I think I have gone from grouchy to delerious!

Georgina: Congrats!

Sherry: Love the ball pic, looks like something you could see on a bondage website! Love the baby names too! I wanted Rose for my little girls name soo bad, but DH would not go for it!

Andrea: Thanks for the BF article, it was good info!

Monica: Cute pictures - I loved looking at them!

Mindy: My 17 year old son thinks CZJ is the hottest thing on the planet! I will have to show him the pics!

I got the BF bracelet I had posted about earlier, and I love it! You can see pics of them at mom4life.com. It is really cool!

Take care everyone!

Staci G

[CanadianChick]

Hi everyone,
Staci, I too have carpal tunnel symdrome which developed from this pregnancy. I am a nurse and it got very irritated at work from having to crush pills. However since I've left work it's gotten WAY better. You can try and elevate your arm on a pillow when you sleep to help get some relieve and/or get a brace or wrap the wrist and hand with a tensor bandage. However the thing that worked best for me was heated wax, we had it at work for physio therapy and all you do is dip your hand in the hot wax, take it out and wrap it in a towel then when the wax hardens you peal it off, I dont know how it works, it must increase circulation, but it would make my hand feel good for the whole day. I hope this helps. I also hope everyone is doing well, take care of yourselfs girls, we're almost there.
Kirstin

OH!!!! IS ANYONE ELSE DISTRAUGHT OVER CHRIS BEING KICKED OFF AMERICAN IDOL LAST NIGHT?? WHAT A SHOCK

[mommyof4at26]

hi everyone i can relate with the no sleep, isleep maybe 3 hours a night and since during the day i have 2 girls already i dont nap, tomorrow is my ob appt,and monday is my next level 2 the peri last monday told me if there is another significant weight differance then monday they will decide if they take the boys out or not, i am 33 weeks today so if they decide to tkae them they will probaly do it next thursday when i am 34 weeks, because they like to at least try for 34 weeks,so well see,monica thanks for the email address for the doctor about ttts, i am hoping that next monday the weights are better and closer together. sherry how are you doing? i hope you guys have a good day remember :spitwater :spitwater :spitwater :clap:

[qbanmom5]

Hi everyone!!

Its me with my broken wing. Like I didn't have enough pain and trouble sleeping before this ordeal. At least DD, the babies, and I are o.k. Wish I could say the same for my mangled wrecked car. I am trying not to stress, but its sooo hard being near the end and with all this going on...

I have good news though. I know I told you all about how everyone told me my dr. was great and the hospital was great, etc. Well, on Sunday after the accident I was taken to another hospital and i just fell in love with the labor and delivery ward and staff. The dr. (a woman, yeah!) said she could request my file and i wouldn't have to go through requesting it from mr. (dr.) arrogance. I wasn't sure, but she talked to me and told me that I should have been seeing a dr. every month and by now every week. She also told me that I could go vaginally if both were head down, and I could even have a c-section in the middle of the night if necessary (remember the other hospital puts off your labor after the day staff goes home). Anyway, I agreed and now I am her patient. I feel better and i already saw her on Tuesday. She even tested me for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hiv (which he never did) and they've scheduled me with a nutritionist. She does the non stress tests there too so I don't have to drive so far 2 times a week like I was. Right now with one car, DH having to work, and me afraid to get behind the wheel again, it really helps to cut out those 2 nsts a week.

I forgot to tell you my shower was great! I saw old High School friends and College friends and old people I never met!! I got a ton of clothes, bouncy seats, strollers, playpen, and $500 in cash and gift cards. I am pretty much prepared except I need a swing and some bottles and thats about it (oh and the sterilizer). I plan to order it from BRU and have it delivered. There is sooo much stuff I don't even know where to put it!! I have to wash it all today too! Oh yeah my cousins wife gave me 2 huge bottles of dreft and I got like 4 cases of diapers and like 1,000 wipes!

Sherry: I love the picture and the names are adorable! You are soo funny with that picture which reminds me its time for a new belly shot. I am huge.

Valerie: That is great about your interview and job! Do you have family who will stay with the twins while you work or will you hire someone? I am torn about returning to work or not. We'll see...

Mindy: You do look like CZJ. You look beautiful!

Steph: You look great in your pic too. It's only belly cause everything else looks really thin.

Jason: that has to suck about the dr. changing his mind. Don't they know the stress were under?

Monica: Your kids are adorable! Thanks for the cabbage leaf tip.

Georgina: Congratulations! I can't believe how far you have come! You are truly a fighter and so are your babies! Can;t wait to see pictures.

I have been swelling up at night which I hadn't before. Esp my ankles and feet. I have really upped my water though since the accident. I keep feeling contractions and they had to up my dose of turb to 5mg cause the 2.5 wasn't doing it. I really feel that I need to keep these guys in at least 3 more weeks!
They didn't check my cervix manually (thank God) but by u/s they say it looks closed. Oh, and we saw Leia sucking her thumb and hiccuping. She was probably scared from the accident. There is a bruise on my right side of my belly (from the lap belt) and my 6 yr. old DD told her teacher about the accident and said "Luke has a tiny bruise." Isn't that cute? I am sure her teacher was wondering how she would know that.

Not that I am squeezing (o.k. maybe a little) but has anyone noticed more milk? I have. At first its clear then it starts coming out tinged with white. What does that mean? O.K. Sherry, I will stop squeezing. I was just curious.

Sorry for long post, but I won't be posting as often. Thought I would update you all with one long one.

Love, Ters

[swineland]

Hey everyone...

Ters, I also did a "squeeze check" the other night before my bath and, much to my surprise, it shot out! I was pretty amazed ( I believe the exact words were "holy shi!") I mean, it literally squirted out and got on the countertop. I have been noticing that it's only really clear a tiny bit, the rest is VERY milk-like...very thick and whitish in color. (didn't know that colostrum could be colored....thought it was just clear....is this actual milk I'm seeing??) Now, I know that doing this TOO much can cause the body to go into labor, so no, I haven't done it a lot. But about once a week I take a peek :)

Also, since Evan (baby A) is breech, his feet are kicking and doing a number on my pelvic floor area. In fact, sometimes it's so hard that when he kicks my urethra, a little urine comes out. I hate it! Anyone else having shooting pains and little shocks of pain/pressure down there b/c of babies moving??

I gotta go lay down....

Steph

[swineland]

Also, I was perusing the BabyCrowd webpages that some of us had made, and noticed that Danielle posted to her page 3 days ago that she was 2cm dilated and could go in 2 days or 2 weeks...depending. Just thought I'd share that update, since she hasn't been on here lately. I hope she's doing okay....
Danielle, we are all thinking about you!

Steph

[LucasMom]

Hey,

Just posting the results of my BPP, NST and Doc appt. yesterday. I am 4 cm dialated!!!!, 90% effaced and very low. Baby b is on top of baby a and both are head down. I am scheduled for an amnio on Monday at 2 to check for lung maturity, and then to be induced on Wednesday. I am conflicted about the amnio and would like to hear your feedback on it. I am obviously ready for these guys to come, and so happy that I lasted this long, but scared of the amnio. I am afraid I will not go into labor on my own though and I am so tired and uncomfortable. The Pupps Rash has really pushed my limits of tolerance. I am literally scratching my on skin off on my arms, legs and belly! I am still very active (as active as you can be at this size with a head in your pelvis!) but these boys don't want to come out!!!

What do you think?

I appreciate your feedback.

CONGRATS RAE AND GEORGINA!

Jill:the Kiddos look awesome!

[vthompson]

Hello Everyone! Had an NST today, everyone did well. At first, they were sleeping and we couldn't get either of them to move. I was starting to panic. Then, they gave me some crackers and water and they went crazy. I have a level II on Monday so I am excited to see how they have grown. I actually lost a pound since last week. I have no idea how that happened! Also, my belly is still measuring at 36 weeks, same as last week. The ob told me to not worry about any of this. However, of course you start to worry a little bit anyway! I am really short, 5'0. The ob said that my uterus is pretty much as high as it will go so now I will start to get wider. Wonder what that will look like!

Mindy - You really look like CZJ! That is crazy! Wow, you sure are moving along!! As for the amnio, I do not know much info about it. Have you talked to your ob about the concerns you are having? I have never had one so I am not sure what you should expect.

Steph - I also feel those pains/pressure down low sometimes when the babies are moving. It can be very uncomfortable.

Ters - You have so much on your plate right now, I cannot imagine! I am VERY glad that the doctor/hospital situation has worked out! YEAH!! :clap: As for the work thing, I plan on doing work when the twins are napping or when DH gets home from work. Basically, I will be given a list of things to do and deadlines and I can get them done whenever I want. Since it is all from home, I am hoping I can just do it after DH gets home.

Rachel - I am so anxious to hear what the doctor has to say on Monday. Make sure you keep us posted.

Kirstin - Unfortunately, I do not watch American Idol. However, I do know that there are some ladies on the forum that do!

Staci G - Do not apologize for being grouchy...we all are! ;) I hope you can try and find some sleep soon.

Felisha - That is great that you will now have a friend with twins, too! One of my friends is due with twins a week after me. We have had very different pregnancies, but after the babies are born, it will be nice to have another person to get advice from.

Missy - It sounds like you had a great appt!! Those babies just like the home you have made for them!

Jill - Thanks for the update. That is so exciting that TJ is coming home! I will definitely pray for Noah and your mom.

Monica - Those boys are so adorable...and so is your daughter! Thanks for the info on the cabbage leaves. I will definitely keep that in mind. Congrats on the homecoming! Hopefully, it will go by quickly before both babies get to come home.

Rae - Congratulations!!! That is fantastic! You must be so excited.

Sherry - YEAH!! The name game is finally over!!

Andrea - Thanks for the article. It was very informative.

Jason - I cannot imagine how aggravating you and your DW must be. Hang in there!

Wow, there sure were a lot more posts then I thought!

Valerie

[twins? who me?]

I am 34 weeks pregnant with twins. I feel silly that it took so long to get on-line but reading your letters to each other was really touching and certainly made me feel better about all my aches and pains. It is odd that I have experienced almost everything that is listed in those "How to-;) pregnancy books" but I had the pups (and this is my third pregnancy) and the carpal tunnel and I am swollen up like a water balloon, so I appreciate all the comiseration going on. I hope all you ladies have wonderful "rest of pregnancies" and great deliveries. My girls are both tush down so we are expecting a C-section, but I had 2 vaginal births prior and I can assure anyone who is going vaginally, not so bad...push when they tell you to, real hard.

[swineland]

Mindy,
I, too, have the PUPPS rash and it is the single worst thing about this whole pregnancy. I've been keeping cold water in my bathtub for the nights when it's so bad I can't stop the itching. (Of course, getting into an ice cold bathtub SUCKS, but it helps a little bit). I've been using Eucerin Calming Creme, Aveeno Oatmeal w/menthol cream, hydrocortisone cream, ice cubes, cold washcloths, Monistat anti-itch spray and now I just bought some calamine lotion. The doctor gave me a scrip for Medrol, which is used to treat skin reactions/allergies. It's a designated "pill-pack" kind of scrip though that you take for 5 days. Well, I DID notice an improvement when I was taking it.....the 5 days was up last week and boy did the itching come right back. The other scrip I have is for Vistaril, which is also used to treat skin allergies/rashes AS WELL AS a sedative for patients before and after general anesthesia. So, as you can imagine, it knocks you OUT! I only take it at night. Anyway, I haven't heard anyone else on this board say they have this rash other than me, so it was comforting to read your post and know I'm not alone! (Not that I would wish this on anyone else!)

Well, that's it!
Steph

[newmomx2]

So where is Andrea - she is my due date buddy - and today we are 36weeks...wonder if there are some babies on the way ???

Yeah to Georgina !!!

[JacobsMom]

Hi Everyone,

I had my OB checkup today. I am 34 weeks now and still going strong. She checked my cervix and said it is long and closed. YEAH!! I asked about why they were so insistant about taking the boys at 36 weeks, and she said that with a repeat c-section, even with a singleton, it is procedure to do it a week earlier than full term, and they consider 37 weeks full term for twins. My friend who is a L&D nurse had told me that as large as the babies are and as stretched as I am, there is a slight risk of my previous scar rupturing, so that is a factor as well. I told her I was concerned about the lung development and she felt it wouldn't be an issue. Did not mention anything about checking it before hand, and I forgot to ask about the steroid shot that can mature the lungs.

I had a quickie ultrasound to check Baby B's position and movement, since I'm still feeling his brother move a lot more than him. The little stinker has rolled over again. He is head down traverse across the top of my abdomen, but his spine is toward my belly again so I'm not feeling any hand movements. His feet are on my upper left side mingling with his brother's so that's why I think Baby A is moving so much more. It's really all 4 feet kicking me there!! The heartrates were really good. We didn't get any good face shots since B is facing in and A is so far down now. Haven't been able to get good shots of Baby A in several weeks now. We also saw both of them "breathing" so maybe that means the lungs are developed already.

My c-section is scheduled for May 25 at 8:00am. I was mad about that cause I had specifically asked her weeks ago to schedule me for her latest surgery at noon, so I could be at Jacob's awards day that morning. She had forgotten about that! Her nurse called the hospital to reschedule and both OR's are already booked! I am soooooo not happy. But then again, I'm not sure I'm going to make it two more weeks anyway.

Well, I need to go eat real quick. Jacob is in a play at school tonight and we have to be there in costume in half an hour.

TTYL,
Stacey

[EBTwinz]

Just a quick post.... I am too tired to write a lot. I had an OB appt today. I could go into labor on my own but if I don't (for some reason) then they won't schedule my c-sec or induction until 38 wks. they said I am doing great for having twins. I never had an NST or BPP. They told me that since I never had any complications, I don't need it. I was getting worried, since all of you have them and I didn't. I guess every doc is different.

I have a lot of pressure and feel huge. I had two strangers in two days ask me if I had a 12lb baby in there. I told them close, just two babies that equal 12 lbs. Now I feel like a freak show when I am in public so I think I am just going to stay home until I have these babies.

well, I will check in later. Where is Tina, AndreaR, Daniele??? We haven't heard from them in a while.

Also, I watch AI and was so ticked to see Chris leave. The show is rigged!

Oh, congrats to Georgina! :clap:

~Lisa

[LucasMom]

Steph,
I agree, it's the worst part of the pregnancy. DIdn't have it with the first. I am soooo itchy that I have made myself bleed on my stomach and arm at this point.
So weird how each doctor is different. I am almost 37 weeks, and the doc still insists on doing an amnio before he will induce me. I mean, by the time the amnio comes back I will be almost 38 weeks! Last wed, babies measured 6 lb 11 oz and 5 lb 15 oz. That means they are probably 71/2 and close to 7 lbs at this point and by next week will be maybe 8 lb and 71/2!! I am annoyed, and I am doing everything in my power to make them come out on their own before monday! I talked to them my whole ride home from work today, which is a little unlike me. I may have looked a little weird if you were driving next to me on the highway!!
Enough of my complaining!

Where are our missing mommies? Is everyone ok?

Hugs and itches!
Mindy

[qbanmom5]

Just wondering what the pupps rash is? Is it that horrible itchiness I had on my belly a few weeks ago? Benadryl anti itch cream worked.

Mindy: that is nuts that you are having an amnio at 37 weeks almost. Dr's are very very different.

I just found out my new hospital doesn't give epidurals. I am sooo bummed. I will be opting for c-sec if that is the case!

Gotta go, I have been having contractions since the accident, so I am going to lie down.

Ta-ta, Ters

[TMoT]

Jill, so nice to hear from you and about all the progress TJ and Noah are making! I can't believe TJ is actually going to make it home before her brother!!!! ...Noah and your mom will be in my prayers. Please take good care of all of you and stay in touch! xox

Monica, believe it or not, I had heard of the cabbage "trick"!!! The things we do...! ...Beautiful pictures of the boys, btw. Has anyone mentioned how much they look like their dad?!? ;-) xx

Missy, you're doing GREAT! A LOT can happen in the next two weeks till you get to "full-term," so please don't be discouraged! Especially since the babies are doing so well too!! Of course, there IS that full-moon coming. Arroooooo! ;-)

Valerie, it seems like lots of people are either losing weight or staying constant right now. 'Course, the babies are going to keep growing (sideways -- yikes!), but we don't mind that one bit, right?! Congrats on their good nsts! :-)

Mindy and Steph, sorry I never made this blatantly clear, but I've been suffering from this pupps stuff too (!!!), and it is a horror! I only have it on my belly though (around my old stretch marks), but I have scratched it all raw and it's an ugly sight! :-( I get intermittant itchiness in other places, but mostly on my belly, so I really feel for you to be having it in other places too! I think Ters also mentioned something similar.... Just so you know you're not alone! :throb:

Rachel, I can't believe you're making it on three hours of sleep per night, but I can imagine how hard it is to avoid! Please take good care of yourself and :spitwater :spitwater :spitwater ;-) Thanks for asking about me too! xx

Felisha, WILD about your friend and congrats on the dilation! ...I totally share your sentiments about this crowd! Aren't we SO LUCKY??!?!! :'-)

Steph, I got a good kick on my pelvic floor tonight at a friend's b-day gathering, and I was surprised no one else saw it! It really made me jump! No leaking pee-pee yet though! ;-) Ugh!

Kirstin and Staci, my wrists are really starting to act up too! :-( This morning, I made an ace bandage (not "bondage," Staci -- ar ar!) out of an old sock of dh's (!) to wrap around my right wrist, and that took the ache away. I think I'll try a real bandage next time! ;-) And interesting about the melted wax thing... Hmmm.

Twins? welcome to the gang! You'll just be getting comfy when it's your turn to go "in," but it's still worth it! Congratulations on your babies and I hope they do a bit of hokey-pokey to make things easier for you!! :-)

Mindy, you're progressing really well!!! Can't you just by-pass the amnio and have them anyway (she asks naively)?!? ;-) I really think they're going to come in the next week as it is -- especially because this is your second pg!!! You and dh should also get busy with The Wild Thing (some more!), because at your stage, you've got LOTS of potential to profit from that! ;-) 'Course, the boys are listening to you too, so I think this is going to go just fine...! ;-)

Ters, GREAT to hear from you and sorry about your broken wing and busted-up car!!! :-( SO GLAD about the doc at the new hospital though!!!!! :yippee: This sounds like the care you've needed and have deserved all along! Ya-hooo!!!! ...Btw, I'm also suffering with swollen hands/ankles during the night, mornings and sometimes in the evenings now too! So hard to drink more than I already am (plus the diarrhea I've been suffering! :-( ), but I'm trying!!!!! 80)

Lisa, I understand your wish to hibernate. Go ahead! You've earned it!!! Take good care of yourself and rest as much as you can. You and the boys are SO close!!! ...And btw, AWESOME NEWS about Ethan!!! :-)

Stacey, sorry about the mismatch with your c-section scheduling! :-( Maybe your doc can keep trying +just in case+?! I really hope it'll work out for you -- and wonderful news about the babies!!! :-)

Breastmilk now is really watery and/or colostrum (heavy, oily, rich "pre-milk" for when babies arrive). But STOP squeezing your nipples, silly girls!!!!! :crazy:

Andrea(s), sorry we haven't heard from you, but I'm going to take that silly ball and sling pic off my ticker now! ;-p If you want to see it, I'll pm you specially with the photo... ;-) xx

And, now for my new, "sultry" belly shot... ;-) It's not CZJ, but *sigh* I do what I can...! ;-) xox