23 weeks

I don't really have any updates for this week so I thought I would just do a survey.

How far along: 23 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: I believe I'm up to 12 pounds gained
Maternity clothes: Yes
Stretch marks: None yet *Knock on Wood*

Sleep: I wish I was getting some, I'm really uncomfortable at night. I miss being able to sleep on my back.

Best moment last week: Went shopping for Isabel and the babies. I think I found the babies coming home outfits.
Movement: They are definitely moving around in there. I can't really tell who is moving though.
Food cravings: Anything sweet and fruity! I'm loving apple dumplings, and of course chocolate.
Gender: Boy and a Girl

Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out: In
What I miss: Cute clothes and wine.
What am I looking forward to: Getting our new house finished and moving in.

The Gift of an Ordinary Day

I came across this video on another blog. I love it. It reminds me how fast

this time in our life is going to go, and to cherish every moment I have

with my children.

22 week belly!

22 weeks 2 days.

I feel huge.

22 weeks

This pregnancy is moving right along. Some days it seems like it is flying by and other days I feel like I'm going to be pregnant forever. I had another appointment today, everything is still looking good. I lost my urine cup this week, so I did get in a little bit of trouble for not bring my first morning urine with me. Oops.

The doctor decided that it was a good idea for me to cut my hours down at work. I usually work about 8-9 hours a day, two days a week and 5 hours every Saturday doing hair, so I'm on my feet the entire time I'm at work. Lately, I've been noticing that on my long days, when I get home I'm really crampy and uncomfortable, so I'm going to cut those hours down to 5-6 hours for now. Hopefully I will be able to work awhile longer.

Last Thursday we noticed that Isabel was running a fever but didn't really have any other symptoms, so we put a call into her Pediatrician. They told us to wait three days and if her fever didn't break or went up to 104 degrees to bring her in. Saturday was the third day, so off to the hospital we went. Turns out she has an ear infection, poor baby. We got her antibiotics and she seems to be doing a little better. Hopefully she gets over the cold/ear infection really soon. I hate seeing my baby sick.

I should be adding a belly pic this week, maybe tonight if I get the energy to do it. But I will do it this week, I'm trying to be better at keeping up with them.

21 weeks

Last Monday we had our 20 week anatomy scan, both babies were doing great! It was also confirmed that we are having a boy and a girl. I was so nervous about our ultrasound. When we had Isabel's 20 week anatomy scan they found a choroid plexus cyst and a bright spot on her heart. We were sent for a level II ultrasound and everything turned out fine, but it was still the scariest thing I ever went through. After the doctor said both babies looked great, we both felt a huge sense of relief!

My last doctors appointment was pretty routine, everything is still looking good. My blood pressure is good, no protein or sugars in my urine, and I've gained a total of 6lbs so far. I have another check up on March 15th.

We are so excited about our little babies, I never thought the initial shock of finding out we were having twins would turn into excitement.

18 week belly picture

I forgot to add my 18 week belly picture on my last post.

18 weeks

I'm about two weeks late on this update, but we've been super busy these last two weeks. At 16 weeks I had a growth ultrasound to check the sizes of the babies. Luckily, they both look healthy so far and they were adorable. It is so wonderful to see them, it really makes the whole thing feel more real. The ultrasound tech took a guess at their genders, and while she wouldn't guarantee it I'm pretty convinced she is right. She guessed that baby A is a girl, and baby B is a boy. Which is exactly what I have been predicting this whole time! We are so excited!

I had my 18 week appointment today, it was a pretty routine appointment. Pee in a cup, weight, blood pressure, questions. Nothing too exciting. I'm back up to my pre-pregnancy weight though, which is good news. I've only gained 1 pound in the last two weeks, which surprises me because I feel like I've been constantly stuffing my face. I think I need to eat smaller meals more often, as I have been getting full really fast. I have my "big" ultrasound scheduled for two weeks from today, I'm excited to see the babies again and confirm their genders.

I have been enjoying Isabel so much lately, I'm just really concerned on how she will react once the babies arrive. She LOVES babies, but she is also very jealous when some other baby has her Mom and Dads attention. We talk about the babies and about her being a big sister, but how can I really prepare her for this huge change? Not only is she getting one sibling but she is getting two. My biggest fear is that she will feel pushed aside, and I don't ever want that to happen. I'm sure these are concerns that all second time parents go through and it will work itself out, but I can't help worrying about her and how all these changes will affect her.