Beautiful Babies Due in 2011 (Combined Group)

[Sweetpea614]

Thanks guys. I'm trying not to worry my doctor really felt I should have the second scan as well first because it just wasn't high enough to consider Amnio at this time. She was pretty awesome and said that she would let her nurses know that if I called in the next week with any questions to get a hold of her and she would call me back. My Nuchal Fold was 1.5 (under 3 is what they want to see) and there was a nose bone. I'll feel much better though on August 3rd. Sucks because just as I thought I could relax and enjoy this pregnancy something like this has to bring me down.

Margi 1 in 300 is the cutoff for being considered at increased risk, anything under is increased risk. If I was 1 in 300 I wouldn't have even been offered additional screening. But from what I read every hospital is differant and a lot have a much lower cut off rate. I wonder why my hospital has such a high cut off. From what I read the norm is 1/50- 1/270.

SD- So sorry about your scare. Hopefully you can get that restraining order.

Kat

[Sweetpea614]

Just saw this article and thought it was good to know since the 4th is coming up.


Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day Foods to avoid
•Refrigerated ready-to-eat foods: If not prepared and handled properly, deli-style salads (especially those containing protein, like egg, chicken, ham, and seafood) can be contaminated with listeria. This includes salads from the store as well as those that are homemade – and sandwiches made from these salads.
•Since these types of salads are ready-to-eat and not reheated, they can pose a risk to pregnant women, and you may want to avoid them altogether. If you do choose to eat them, discard any leftovers four days after preparation.
•Also stay away from salads (and other food) left unrefrigerated or unheated. So, for example, if you arrive at a party and there's a potato salad that's not on ice, or meat that's not on a hot plate, don't eat it unless you know for sure that it's been out for less than two hours (one hour for refrigerator foods if it's a very warm day, over 90 degrees).
•Hot dogs and luncheon meats: Hot dogs are generally high in nitrates, as well as fat and sodium – but it's safe to enjoy one now and then, provided it's fresh off the grill or has otherwise been cooked until steaming hot (to at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit) to kill bacteria that may be present. Also be sure to handle the juice that comes from hot-dog and deli-meat packaging carefully. Don’t let it come in contact with foods that won’t be cooked, and wash your hands thoroughly after handling it.
•Luncheon and deli meats also need to be reheated until they're steaming hot to be safe.
•Burgers and other grilled meat or fish: If you're offered a burger or other grilled or barbecued meat, chicken, pork, or fish, make sure it's cooked well-done and not pink in any areas. E. coli, salmonella and toxoplasma can lurk in undercooked meats. (Ground beef, veal, lamb and pork should be cooked to at least 160 degrees F and ground poultry to 165 degrees F. Pork roasts and chops need to reach 145 degrees F, whole poultry 180 degrees F, chicken breasts 170 degrees F, and fish 145 degrees F. Use a food thermometer to test the temperature, because the color of the food isn't always a good indicator of doneness.)
•Note: Because of concerns about mercury in fish, the FDA recommends limiting yourself to 12 ounces (about two servings) of fish a week and avoiding some kinds of fish altogether. For more information, see our article on eating fish safely during pregnancy.
•Ice cream: Make sure the homemade ice cream being served isn't made with raw eggs, which can contain salmonella. (Cooking kills the bacteria but freezing doesn't.)
•Ice: Use clean ice for your drinks, not the ice that's keeping the meat cold or that others have stuck their hands into. Bacteria can thrive in a cooler full of ice.
•Raw sprouts: Don't garnish your burger or salad with alfalfa or other raw sprouts. They can contain E. coli or salmonella bacteria. For the same reason, make sure raw vegetables – in particular lettuce and cabbage – have been washed.

[baby_blu73]

Hi ladies!!!

Just wanted to stop in to say HIYA! while the boys were napping.

I never knew I could survive (and not hallucinate ) on such little sleep! The first week was pure adrenaline. Jaxon and Brady sure have us on the go. Daddy went back to work today, so my DD and DS (12 and 10) are hard at work helping Mommy not lose her mind!

I'm so glad to hear that everyone's pregnancies are hitting their stride! Gotta love those uneventful second trimesters

Kat - I'm to hear about the worry caused by the blood work. I remember being told that the u/s part was the more "accurate" part of the test. I'm sure all is well, hon. Lots of prayers for you and LO.

SDtrying - That sounds VERY scary! You never know what people are thinking or capable of these days. You will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers!

Rio - THANKS! I miss you guys too! I read up when I can, and can't wait to see pics of all the beautiful babies that will be flooding this board so very soon!!!

Pics of Jaxon :



Pics of Brady :



Gotta go feed a couple of cuties! Keep up the great work ladies, meeting your LOs is just around the corner!!!

[rypell1985]

Stephanie...I can't stop staring at those beautiful boys of yours!!! I have hit the point where anxiety has kicked in that these two could really decide to come whenever they want now and that we WILL be bringing 2 infants into this house! With our 2 60lb boxers it scares me just a bit! But then to see these pictures....ahhhh i just can't wait to see mine! How are you feeling post-delivery, aside from tired of course!

Kat...I'm sorry that your test came back and added more stress for you. I don't have any experience with this really, but our odds are based ONLY on the ultrasound because the bloodwork is not accurate with twins. Your measurements sound just like mine and they said there was absolutely no reason for us to worry. Plus, from what I've read on these boards, the bloodwork results seem to cause so much unnecessary stress!!! I'll keep you and your LO in my prayers though! Funny that you posted that article because I literally read it JUST before coming over to this website! Useful information...plus it's gradutation party season! Oh and what a beautiful ultrasound picture!!!!!!!

Amanda...YAY for Maribel coming 2 days sooner!!!! I can't wait until I am at the days countdown! I feel like my body has taken an extreme turn for the uncomfortable these past few days!

KarenS....So glad to hear Gemma is breathing on her own! I sure hope you get to bring her home next week and can enjoy the heck out of that little girl!!!

SD...That sounds so scary! I had a stalker last summer and it was the worst time of my life. I had to take a sleeping pill every night, I jumped out of my skin with every noise or moement and I could NOT be left alone for a long time. Now to imagine being pregnant?? No way could I have handled that! Make sure you do file a police report and ask for a copy for EVERY incident...it can make a restraining order so much easier to obtain! Good luck!

Margi...So glad that your body is tolerating some more activity and there's no new blood! Hopefully you'll be able to enjoy some of the pregnancy like a normal person! I was just telling my sister today that I only actually got to enjoy about 5-6 weeks of my pregnancy. For the first 18 I was soooo sick and the from 18-23 I felt good, but then the heart rate issue kicked in and I went on bedrest at 24! So when people tell me to hold on cuz I will miss being pregnant I just laugh

Ashley...Good luck with the move and the drive! I will be thinking about you as you get all settled!

Rio...I hear ya on the being pooped! I feel like I sleep allll day and alllll night now! And you have a 2 year old!!! Good bless you

Lou...I'm glad you seem to be having a good outlook on your shower. The mopst important people will be there and that's all that matters. I was hurt after my shower because my aunt (who is my godmother as well) told me that my gift was coming right to my house, but a month later nothing every showed up. When just in april she bought my sister a $180 pack-n-play. Now I'm not trying to sound greedy, but if she had given me a card and said I'm sorry times are tough but I can't wait to meet the twins, or ANYTHING other then "your gift is in the mail" I would have been fine! Point is, sometimes people can be a let down and we have to be the bigger people, keep our chins up and count our blessings! Which it definitely seems like you are doing I'm not too far, I'll come to your shower That actually made me laugh because I don't remember your date, but I'll either be gigantic or sleep deprived! lol

Leora...Thinking of you this week...but you are bringing these boys home. There will be no other ending to that story. I'm glad you're having some fun shopping with your girlfriend! All I want to do is be able to go through Buy Buy Baby and look at baby stuff without wanting to pass out! I just do a bunch of "window shopping" online I already told DH not to expect me to stay in the house for too long after they get here because I am going to be DYING to just enjoy some outdoor air and a car ride!

Barbara...I can't wait to hear how perfect Brooke is and I hope you are doing well!

Bliss...Congrats on your first belly untrasound and YAY for sharing the news! I announced at 6 weeks 4 days at my sister's wedding! HAHA so literally the WHOLE family knew!

Anna...Yay for no cervix change!!!!!!!!!!!!

Blair...Dylan really is the King, sometimes I feel bad for Bella because he doesn't seem like the best womb-mate! Yay for a great appt and finding out at least about 1 girl! The other suspicious one has got to be a boy...just seems like a typical male to make everyone wait to find out!

Chris...Can't wait to hear how the anatomy scan went!

AFM...DONE! This week has been rough. I feel like I turned the corner from tolerating being pregnant with twins to my body no longer being able to handle it. I'm in pain, I'm cranky and I'm exhausted!!!!! Sorry for the complaining! DH brought home my favortie dessert last night because he just doesn't know what to do with me! BH kicked in hard core this weekend....I had 33 of them on Saturday. My OB says not to worry unless I had 4 an hour for 4 hours straight. I know that different from some other docs, but I guess I have to go by what mine says. I haven't had that many in 1 day since, but they are still coming a few an hour. I'm also pretty sure (((((TMI ALERT))))) I lost part of my mucus plug on Tuesday. THere was a big glob of gunk at the bottom of the toilet...sorry I didn't call the doc, but I see him tomorrow for a NST and a check-up. He never mentioned when he would start doing cervix checks but I think I will request one tomorrow just because of everything that has been going on. I also feel like Dylan has dropped and I feel a lot more pressure down low. 33 weeks on Monday, and although still early, I feel confident that if things are starting to look like early delivery they will be ok.

I will try to post after my appt tomorrow, but in case I don't get on the computer, have a great 4th of July weekend! I'm actually getting out of the house for my 2 cousins' grad parties on saturday. I will stay on their couch, but at least get to visit with family!

[Karian]

Keep the babies coming!!!!

I can't believe they are getting here already!... It's so exciting!

Baby_Blu: They are adorable!.... What a miracle!. Have you been able to sleep?... Congratulations on your boys!

Rypell: I'm sure it must be hard to carry twins. Keep us posted after your doctors appointment. Everything will be fine!

Sweetpea: thanks for the info on the food. It's always important to keep these things in mind. Remember the odds are in your favor. These tests just give you a possible probability and are not accurate at all. I'm sure everything will be fine. You are better off having the ultrasound before deciding on the amnio. Good Luck!

Margi26: Whoo hooo for no bleeding!. We will be waiting for the belly shot!

Klinger: You must be over the moon!!!... I'm 10 weeks away and I'm starting to get anxious!.... get some sleep now.... your little Maribel will be in your arms in no time. Doing the happy dance for you!!!!

Karenthescorpio: I'm so glad she will be home soon!... We want to see pictures!!!!

Karenvancouverisland: I know exactly what you mean... I never know where to start answering back!

SDtrying: Did you reported the incident to the police?.... I'm sorry you're going through this. Hopefully he will leave you alone. Try to stay calm, i'm sending you lots of positive and safe thoughts.

HopeIsAllIHave: good luck on your move!

RioGirl: take it easy!... Remember to rest. Hopefully things will get done soon!

Sorry if I missed anybody.....

AFM: 30 weeks!!!! I can't believe it!. I've been feeling great. We had a growth scan last thursday and they told us that she was in the 9th percentile (Normal range is between 10 and 90 percentile, I believe this is weight related). Since then I've been having US twice a week where they measure the umbilical cord blood flow and another vein in the brain. Thankfully all those measurements have been normal, so she might just be a little petite (like her mother). It was a little scary, but the more US I have the more they reassure me that some babies are just a little smaller than others, specially if the mother is petite like me. We are having another growth scan in a couple of weeks and hopefully she should have gained some weight by then. At 29 weeks she was measuring 2 and a half pounds. So now I'm concentrating in eating more protein and resting more.

[Sunshine1576]

Crashing over here...Stephanie those babies are two cutie pies! I love coming over here and reading updates on everyone and seeing the baby pictures makes this all seem so real! Doesn't seem that long ago we were cycling together, my goodness how time really flies!

[kjm1824]

Ryann - Sorry this week has been so rough! I hope the babies shift some and give you some relief!! Although, I do love hearing how you are doing (good or bad) because it gives me some idea of what I have in store for me. I'm still debating how long to work. I am thinking about 32 weeks - I don't know. I'm a physical therapist so fairly active but can go easy if need be. I hope your appt goes well tomorrow - I will be thinking of you.

Karian - Grow little girl, Grow!!

Stephanie - Adorable little boys. I cant believe they are 1 week old twins - they are so big and healthy and cute. You did a great job. Try and rest when you can.

Karen scop - Yay for Gemma Grace geting of respirator and taking a bottle. I am so happy for you.

SD - Sorry about you ex-pt. I do remember your post and that is very scary. Stay alert and be careful!! I'm praying for you.

Margi - Yes I really grew between 18 and 22 weeks, so be prepared. SO glad you are doing better and not bleeding - that has to be good. Good luck on 7-6.

Hope - Good luck with your move. Let us know how you are when you get a chance.

Rio - Thank you for all your advice and words of encouragement. Initial results look good (I work for the hospital that did the lab so I checked on my own.) Fasting was 79 and 1 hour 162. The 2 and 3 hours was not posted yet. I am staying on the GD diet no matter what the results are. I still have to see what the Dr says as well. I have been doing hard boiled eggs and I remembered my old friend edemame this week. I love that and have had it twice!! ( we live across the street from a sushi place)

Lou - I read that about 20% fail the 1 hour screen. I have learned a lot from my experience and found things that I was doing wrong. I was not getting enough protein or fat. My snacks tended to be just fruit. I have been on a low fat diet for so long that I consider cheese and almonds more of a treat - not a daily snack. So I have learned that fat and protein is important with all snacks as well so... cheese and almonds, here I come. Glad your OB appt went well. Good luck with 4D US.

Leora - I am thinking and praying for you a lot this week. I know it is very stressful but remember those little boys of yours are strong and they are here for the long run. Don't worry about calling your doctor all the time - I would too if I had your history. I think because I am in the healthcare profession I tend to ignore me and only focus on my patients and my Dr knows that, so he is just warning me to pay closer attention to me.

Klinger - Thank you as well for your words of encouragement. see Rio's section for initial 3 hour results. But it looks good so far. I am glad that I failed the 1 hour because it made me learn so much more and I am eating even better now and corrected some of my mistakes. I am going to just stay on the GD diet anyway. CONGRATS - so 7-5 will be Maribel's birthday!!! That is so exciting. I know it is a great day - my nephews birthday as well and he is such an amazing, caring, special teenager!

Barbara - Praying that all went well for you and Brooke! Hope all went well. Let us know when you can.

Freckles - I hope you are feeling better. Only 5 more days to go - Good luck

BlissfulCS - Congrats on you first belly US. Enjoy sharing your news - do what feels right for you and don't let others tell you differently.

Anna - Keep going, each week you stay the same the better. I am so happy for you.

Blair - Hope you join the boy girl club!! I'm so glad you US and appt went well.

Kat - I loved the US picture!! I'm sorry about the stress of the blood results. My overall odds were close to yours and I did not worry. THe amnio has such greater risks. It will be good to have the anatomy scan early. Don't worry too much - like the others have said - it is such a small risk!!

AFM - The 3 hour glucose test went well. Initially looks good but don't have full results back and have not heard from OB. I work at the hospital that did the labs so I peaked at my results. Hope you all have a great 4th of July!!

[to_have_fun08]

Wow everyone has been busy since i was last on. I'll have to catch up later. Just want to let ya know my results of the anatomy scan. Everything looks good. Well except that my baby is stubborn and she couldn't get the best pictures of the heart and a good profile of the face. So i will have another u/s in a couple of weeks so they can get that. Baby is measuring ahead of schedule. From my 12 week u/s they had me few days ahead so they say i am 20 weeks today and then the u/s tech said i was measuring a few days ahead of that. whatever that means. Oh and

[katie99]

Crashing for Chris


Congratulations for Team Blue!!!!
I've been checking for your news all day. I'm so happy for you!
You just rest up now mama Boys have a way of wearing you out, believe me!
much love - xoxoxo

[leorira11]

Lou - sorry that work is so crazy, but I'm glad to hear that the pregnancy is going so well! I'm glad you can laugh at that friend's craziness -- sometimes the only way to react is to let it just roll off of you.

Rio - thinking about having 2 newborns is totally overwhelming - I can't even deal with thinking about having double the toddler trouble! My mom was telling me that she saw a mom with 2yo twin boys in the supermarket - one would run one way while the other ran the other way, both pulling stuff off the shelves! She said it in a 'aww how cute' kinda way - but I'm thinking about that poor mom! I'm trying to focus on 'double the kisses, double the love' and not so much on 'double the diapers, double the tantrums'!

Ashley - GOOD LUCK WITH THE MOVE! Moving is always scary and stressful - especially when it's a long distance move. We moved 6000 miles from NYC to Israel about 4 years ago - craziest time of my life. I can't imagine doing that while pregnant. Good luck - and DON'T LIFT ANYTHING! (That's what DH is for!)

Margi - yup, my finger is all better, but I still miss my serving bowl *sniff*. D made jello today and asked where that bowl was... he had forgotten that I broke it. He was super sweet and tried looking at the store where we bought it, but they don't have it anymore. No new bleeding is AWESOME! Congrats! I also totally ballooned up in the last few weeks. Grow, babies, grow!

SD - I'm so sorry. Take whatever legal action you can. That is so scary...

Karen (the scorpio) - CONGRATS again. Soooo exciting! I can't wait to see pictures. I'm so excited for you, mommy!

Amanda - hurray for a C-section 2 days earlier (even though, I personally think that 7/7 is a cooler birthday that 7/5... but I know how anxious you are to meet her!).

Kat - I know others have said it, but just remember that 1/281 odds means 0.3% that there is a problem. Try to focus on the 99.7% odds that this baby is fine. I totally understand whatever you decide to do with regards to an amnio. It can be so hard to wait and not know. I'm sorry you are dealing with this. Like Ryann - I only had the NT scan done (since the bloodwork numbers are all skewed because of the twins).

Stephanie - BEAUTIFUL BOYS! I'm sure you are exhausted and life is crazy, but they are just soooo adorable.

Ryann - I'm totally just shopping for fun. I don't think we are really going to buy stuff (like swings, bouncy seats, etc) until much later -- but it's fun to look! I hear ya on getting uncomfortable while carrying twins. I'm about 10 weeks behind you and TOTALLY getting uncomfortable, no matter what position I try. I'm only comfortable for like 10 mins even after I find a comfy place. Just FYI - you can lose your mucus plug and if it's too early, you will regrow a new one. So it might be a sign that these babies will be born soon. Just a few more weeks! It's July 1, in one month, your babies will be here!

Karian - I'm sorry your little girl isn't growing the way she is supposed to, but I'm glad you are now being watched so carefully. Maybe she is just petite! Remember that in order for the percentile system to work - 10% of babies HAVE to be 'too small' and 10% of babies HAVE to be 'too big' - otherwise the system doesn't work!

Christy - you are welcome to crash! Hopefully you'll be here soon with your own BFP and growing belly. Ihope your consult witht he new RE went really well.

Kelley - I know that here in Israel, I can buy edemame in the pods FROZEN in the supermarket -- I microwave them for 3 min, add some sea-salt or lemon and they are delicious! Much cheaper than buying in a restaurant. I hope your 3-hour test results were good. I don't have my GTT for another little while, but I know that I'm not eating a balanced diet (I don't have cravings, only severe aversions to most foods - so I eat whatever I think will stay down - which recently has been cereal and milk!)

Chris - YAY! Another baby boy coming this fall! Don't worry that they couldn't see everything. That happened to me last time, and they just scheduled another scan a few days later. Congrats! I can't wait for my scan next week!

AFM - getting more and more nervous... but trying so hard to relax and think that in a few days, I'll be past this scary landmark.

DH took a 'mental health day' (ie, called in sick, even though he wasn't....ssshhhh....) yesterday and we went to the zoo. He has been freaking out recently about becoming a dad and how this is going to change our lives and our relationship - so he just wanted to spend the day together on a 'date'. We had a GREAT time. (I loooove the zoo! I'm a big sucker for animals!)

My favorite animal is the penguin. (I actually have tons of penguin stuff all over my house and a stuffed penguin who sleeps with us.) We took a lot of pictures at the zoo - and DH decided he wanted one of 'the babies' with the penguins -- I'm looking HUGE! I can't believe these guys are about a pound each now!

[blairwh58]

Leora- Even though it’s a little hard to see from your pic- your belly looks great!! Im glad DH took a day off and you had a date at the zoo. I am definitely going to invest in a zoo pass next spring so I can take walks with the babies (even though wont know whats going on yet). Cant believe they are already 1 lbs each!!

Chris- Congrats on finding out your having a little boy!!! I was anxiously awaiting your post since they made you wait so long to find out. Now you can go out and buy some blue stuff!

Lou- Glad you are working through the issues with your shower. It will be a great time no matter what so just try not to let it stress you out.

SD- Glad it sounds like things are better with your potential stalker. Hopefully it was just a passing thing and you wont have to worry any more. Cant wait to see pics of the nursery!!

Kjm- Im hoping to join the boy/girl team but I would be more than happy with 2 girls…as long as everyone stays nice and healthy. Im glad your initial results came back good.

Karian- Congrats on 30 wks! Even though shes petite it sounds like shes doing great. Keep eating what you can and chunk that little girl up.

Ryann- I agree…seems like a stubborn little boy that’s making us wait an extra 2 wks but it could def be a stubborn girl if she takes after her mom. I cant believe your getting so much closer to meeting Bella and Dylan. Sorry that you are getting cranky and uncomfortable but your so tiny that Im sure its hard to carry 2 babies in there. Keep us posted after your apt.

Stephanie- Your boys are sooo handsome. Even though they look so calm and sleepy in those pics Im sure they are making sure you appreciate what little sleep your getting. Keep posting pics whenever you can and congrats again. I wanted to ask you how much weight you ended up gaining all together? I am working towards very healthy babies like you ended up with!

Kat- Thanks for posting the article. I think sometimes we forget that there are some things that you wouldn’t think could potentially be harmful but really is. As for your results Im sorry to hear that you had a scare. I would agree that you should def wait until the next ultrasound before making any decisions. I guess my only question would be..would having the amnio change anything? We had decided awhile back that since we would still be having the babies no matter what we wouldn’t risk the potential complications, but I know that sometimes people just want to know so they can be more prepared. Either way I am sure that little boy is fine and cant wait to see more pics.

Amanda- Congrats on getting the date moved up. 2 days is still 2 days!!! So exciting that you get to meet Maribel in a max of 4 ½ days! Cant wait to see pics and hear all about it.

Karenthescorpio- Glad to hear Gemma is breathing on her own and doing well. Hopefully you can post pics soon.

Margi- So glad you are doing well with the increased activity. I cant wait to see how that belly is growing. I did get some new pics…including some 3D that are a little scary looking. Will try to post the US pics and a belly pic from yday – 15 wks! I am feeling huge already.

AFM- well nothing too exciting. Have been browsing websites and reading reviews to get ideas for which stroller and car seats we want to get. I think I have decided on the Contours Optima Tandem Stroller so we can use the Safety 1st car seats I think I really like. Of course no decisions have been made…just browsing- but still fun. I am getting bigger every day and will really try to post a belly pic from yday.

[lou71]

Ryann -- Haha... SURE you can come to my shower... it's August 7th in Algonquin, IL. You can bring the babies too!

Stephanie -- OMG... congrats on such beautiful baby boys! Thanks for sharing.

Karian -- 30 weeks! Congrats. You're doing great.

KJM -- Wow... 20% failure for the 1 hr glucose test seems high. I'm a lil worried.

Chris -- Congrats on a BOY! I had a feeling the gender predictor would be correct for you.

Leora -- Oh, I love to zoo also.... and penguins too! Glad you had fun. Let's see that pic of you, the babies, and the penguins!

Blair-- Thanks... you're right... no shower is going to stress me out.

AFM -- Going to the Motley Crue concert tonight with a girlfriend. They were one of my favorite bands back in high school... so it should be fun. Have a happy 4th everyone!

[lou71]

Chinese Gender Prediction Results

As of 7-1-11
Right 77%!

GIRL
Klinger –Right!
Lou – Right!
Anacris—Right!
KarenScorpio -- Right!
HopeisallIhave
Happy Bunny – Right!
Rio – Right!
KJM
Baby_blu – Wrong
WaitingKay -- Wrong
Ryann – Right! (but having G/B twins)
Blissful
Margi – Right! (but having G/B twins)


BOY
Mellow – Wrong
Karin1 – Right!
SD – Right!
Dlk – Wrong
Gina – Rightx2!
Leora – Right x 2
Annashope -- Right!
diedraj -- Wrong
Sonya- Right!
Blair
to_have_fun (Chris)—Right!
SweetPea – Right!
KJM – Right! (but having B/G twins)



Give it a try if you haven’t yet! Let me know if you want to be added.

http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/PredictSex.htm

[rypell1985]

Lou...It's crazy how close we actually are to eachother! Maybe Chloe and Bella will be friends Haha on August 7th the twins will be 6 days old! Thats assuming I go all the way to my induction! I have a few friends going to the same concert tonight-have fun! I am so jealous of your energy!!!!!!!!

Blair...We LOVE out Safety 1st carseats!! Granted they only have teddy bears in them right now and now the twins, but my sister has the same seat for my nephew and she really like it! By 15 weeks we had already bought our stroller and had it set up in my bedroom to stare at

Leora...Great pic! It looks like that penguin is going to kiss your belly I'm glad you guys had a good time at the zoo...I LOVE mental health days! I actually go into work sick just to save my days for mental health days (especialy on days that DH or my mom are off of work!) I love comparing bumps and my 20 weeks bump was nothing compared to yours! You are rocking it well!!!!

AFM...leaving for my doc appt in about 20 minutes. I hoep my doc doesn't think I'm crazy asking for a cervix check...but I AM almost 33 weeks with twins afterall. I would think it would be procedure at this point. My MIL is taking me because DH had meetings all day and she really wants to hear their heartbeats. Should be interesting having her sit there with me for an hour....wish me luck!

[gina55]

Ryann: they'll probably check your cervix b/c of the mucous plug loss. Good luck hanging with your MIL

Stephanie: your boys are gorgeous!! I'm thinking Brady looks like you and Jaxon looks more like Daddy? I could be wrong, of course. Are you swaddling the boys? Mine are sleeping 5+ hours at night when they're swaddled.

Lou: have a great time tonight!

Leora: looking good, my DD loved the penguins!

SD: how scarey!!! Please be extra careful and make sure you're extra aware of your surroundings while out in public.

Karen: Congratulations on the birth of Gemma Grace!! Can't wait to see pics!

AFM: sitting at the eye doctors office waiting to start what will hopefully be the boys last
appointment, fingers crossed!
I have one more baby item suggestion for everyone, it turned out to be our most used/useful item. The Boppy Newborn Lounger, is absolutely wonderful!! Great for feeding, if you need to put them down to do something quickly, etc. Especially nice for preemies that have been nested as it mimics the "nest".
I hope you all have a Safe and Happy 4th!!