32.5 Week Ultrasound

On Tuesday, March 16, I went in for my ultrasound that weighs and measures our girls. Once I made myself comfortable on the table, my stomach was sticking straight up. It looked like a mountain. The tech began my ultrasound by measuring the stomach of baby A. My baby was measuring perfectly. The tech decided to take the heart rate while on baby A. We both were a little shocked to see the heart rate at 120. That was low for this stage of life. She decided that she would measure baby B and come back to A later. After getting the measurements and heart rate of baby B, which was 147, she went back to A and found her heart rate to be 152. Much better than before. The tech told me that she had been sleeping and that was a resting heart rate.


Next she wanted to check the movements of both babies, but they seemed to go back to sleep. She used a vibrating instrument on my tummy. It sent vibrations through the amniotic fluid. The babies started kicking like crazy. I was told I have really good sleepers and hope they only will continue this when they are born.


After all the measurements, it was time to find out what each of the babies weighed. The tech went to the back to use the doctor's measurement scale. She came back to inform me that the babies were 4 pounds each and they were only grams apart. She was amazed at how close their weights were. What a great blessing.Once I was done with this appointment, I went to my ob/gyn to my other appointment. My doctor there informed me that if the babies were to come now, they would do very well. I am very excited. Although they could come now, I really want to wait to have them at 37 weeks. I want them to be completely ready, but only God knows when that truly will be.  As far as on my end, I am ready with my bag, my babies' bag, and car seats in the car already. (I am currently 33.5 weeks today.) I am so excited to be so close to seeing my babies.

31 weeks 4 days

Everything is going great so far with the girls. Today, I was able to have a check-up ultrasound to make sure the fluid levels in each sac are equal. So far they are, and the girls are moving well. I was pleasantly surprised when the tech told me that they are still head down. One little girl was faced down and the other little girl was face up. Unfortunately, the presenting fetus is the one that is facing upward. Now my prayers are that she turns down before she is born.

Today, I chose to measure my stomach to compare the measurements to about 4 days ago. I have gained another 1/2 inch. I will find out next week what their weights are. I can't wait. The doctor also told me I will be going to the hospital to be monitored for 30 minutes 1 time a week. I am so ready to have these girls here. I had another contraction today from being on my feet too long. Not fun. I had to leave lunch on the counter and sit down for about 15 minutes, then it went away. Everything is fine though, just a part of the process to get these babies ready to come out. Soon, Mike and I will be sharing with you pictures of our baby girls. The count down begins.

My Growing Girls

Went for an ultrasound today and saw my healthy little girls. They both are doing well and getting so big. They can't really get pictures of them both at the same time anymore. The girls are positioned head down, like they have been for the last month or so. Their weights were 2 pounds 10 ounces and 2 pounds and 13 ounces. The doctor said there is a 7% discord, but nothing to be worried about. I will be going for weekly ultrasound for the next 3 weeks. After then, the doctor said that the twin to twin transfusion is less likely. I will be 32 weeks.

It is getting so close and I am starting to feel a little anxiety. I want them to be here, but I just want to be sure that I am going to be the best mommy I can to these girls. The back pain is piling on here and the pull in my shoulders is terrible, but I know this is only going to last for another 6.5 weeks or so. It is so exciting to be able to say I have my own children. What a great chapter in life that God has given me. I only pray that my girls will continue to grow healthy and strong. Our prayers are that we won't have to have them in the NICU for very long. This will only happen if their weight is at least 5 pounds. If God wanted me to have these babies, He will take care of them. So excited to see them and share them with friends and family.

Poked and Prodded

Today, I went in to the doctors for a normal check up routine. I did however know I was going to have a glucose test done. The first thing I did this morning was drink a nasty 8 oz orange drink with about 50 mg of sugar in it. An hour later I was getting my blood drawn for my test. Once I was done with that I was taken back to get the heart rate of our baby girls. The heart rates were 142 and 157. What a beautiful sound and very exciting to know that they are doing just fine. Just when I thought that my visit was over. I was informed that I needed to get a shot. This shot was because I have a negative blood type and it would ensure that everyone would be safe at delivery. Since I am started my third trimester, I begin seeing my doctor every two weeks. This is very exciting since the end it drawing near. :) I can't wait to see my little girls and share them with friends and family.

Nursery in Process

For the past few months Mike and I have been working on getting the girl's nursery ready. We have devoted one day out of the week to work on something. Right now I am in the process of washing clothes, blankets, and sheets. Who knew that the laundry would start before they come. We have been so blessed to have wonderful friends and family that have helped us get everything we need for these little ones.

Kingsport Church Baby Shower

Today Kingsport SDA Church had our last baby shower. What a wonderful time we had. First, we ate from a variety of sandwiches, fruits, veggies, and sweets. Everything tasted so good. After eating we played a couple games. The first game was name the famous duos (since we were having twins), second game was baby bingo. As we opened gifts guests were able to mark their bingo boxes. Here are some of the things we received.

Cloth books, baby lotion, baby shampoo, baby lotion, washcloths, diapers, wipes, clothes, bibs, quilts, photo albums, hangers, grooming kit, dirty diaper bags, baby powder, diaper rash cream, diaper changing table, and high chairs.

We received so many things and are extremely greatful for each and every person that has helped us prepare for our girls. Below are some stock pictures of our changing table and high chairs.

McDonough and Douglasville Georgia Shower!

What a wonderful time we had last weekend. We went to Georgia to visit friends and attend our baby shower at the churches we were involved with. It brought back great feelings to see everyone. We really can't wait to take our girls back there to meet our friends in Georgia. Our showers were wonderful. We received so many things and we thank you all for your love and generosity. I have posted a few pictures to share with you. So wish we could have stayed longer. Our lives would have never been the same without you. Love you all.

 

 Gloves for changing diapers!

 

 My Gym Buddies!

Mike and Madeline trying to figure out what that is!

Our friend Natalie made our girls blankets. They are beautiful!