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Friday, January 27, 2012

21 Weeks

We joined the Twins & Beyond Support Group which has been wonderful and very helpful. I am already signed up to prepare a meal for a family with newborn twins.

It's hard not to think about how much we take for granted. Just getting in and out of the car and taking off my socks seem to have become more challenging.

I look forward to meeting and holding my two little ones in just a few months!

Update:

I was having some new pains in my abdomen this week. My cautious OB called me in for an ultrasound/checkin. They wanted to make sure my cervix had not dilated. Appointment went well and all three of us are doing good.
I've gained about 13lbs. Carrying around an extra 13lbs is hard work!
Baby movement is constant, occurring throughout the day.

21 weeks | Liam (Baby A)

21 weeks | Ana (Baby B)

Thursday, January 19, 2012

I was offered a free ultrasound through this organization looking for some of their employees to gain experience. I think it helped that we were having twins. They were eager to sign me up. It was great to see the babies at week 20. They're little busy beavers.

Update:

This week I am feeling babies move throughout the day. More so after I have eaten a meal. My reaction last week when I first felt them move was, "wow I am not alone." At times this feeling takes me by surprise, but I am quickly embracing the feeling knowing the babies are growing. Last night was a huge milestone. Lou was able to feel them kicking.

Aside from my bulging tummy, and my little belly button looking like a premature volcano my acne has improved. I am still working out about 4x a week and eating a fairly balanced diet. I am finding it hard to sleep on my back; some nights leave me restless.

Perks: We were offered a free maternity and newborn photography session with an incredibly talented woman!