Winter Cycle Friends 2009/2010 - Everyone Welcome!

[babyluv3]

Steph - I am loving the new pics! They are such perfect little babies and I am SOO glad they are being good for you! One of my twin mom friends said that her babies never woke up crying to feed because she set her alarm and got them up first. It helped her get back to sleep afterwards since she didn't have the adrenaline rush. So glad everything is going so well for you guys and I love hearing that Andrew is such a great daddy to babies. I hope getting the staples out will help you feel better! And 30 pounds already!! That's awesome!! I'm hoping to lost about 20 in the hospital, but I'm not sure how I'll look afterwards with all the swelling from the c/s. Oh well, every day I tell myself I am one day closer and that's all worth it.

Franca - I am so sorry to hear about what happened to you as a child. I can only imagine how that would affect your perception on things. I never experienced anything like that and even I struggle sometimes thinking that things are just a little too perfect. Prayer is really what helps me too.

Hazel - I'm also amazed at Steph doing personals!! Don't feel bad AT ALL about not! Wow, I just looked at your siggy and saw the George is now a month old! Where did the last month go?? I agree with bigger babies generally sleeping better.

AFM - Tonight I may have to start sleeping in our recliner. I am having a really hard time getting comfortable and that may be my only option. The 1,000 pillows I have around me don't seem to cut it! I can pretty much sleep on my left side only (which hey, if I have only one option at least it's the best one), but doing that all night hurts my hips. Every time I get up I remind myself that I am one day closer, then I pass the cradle in our room and know it's all worth it. One day closer to having those babies home, one extra day they got to cook. And I'm so thankful for all the help I have around here so I can go back to sleep or take a nap during the day to make up for the night.

[claud662]

Good morning ladies,

Steph-your babies are so amazing and gorgeous!! They are both light haired like your dream you had months ago!!! So happy to hear that Andrew has taken to this daddy role with flying colors!! I'm sure Alex is also on cloud nine having two little siblings. Don't let that nurse get under your skin because it's totally NORMAL for a baby to lose weight the first few weeks and then they put it back on asap! Glad to hear your pumping has gone better than the first time

Katie-I actually think Halloween is a cool birthday because all kids/teens/adults love to get dressed up and get together so Savannah will always have a great time! plus think of all the cute Halloween pics you can get of her growing up as birthday pics as well!! I am hoping you go earlier than that though so you don't have any more discomfort with your acid reflux and waddling around!!

Babyluv-My hips have been hurting as well during the night but I figured out how to stretch them so it relieves some of the pain. Sleeping has actually been pretty easy for me but I hate waking up to have to pee every 2 hours!! I luckily am able to fall back asleep right when I hit the pillow! Glad your cervix is back closed and you can keep the little girls nice and snuggled inside!

Franca-sorry to hear about your past but you are an amazing woman that is superstrong. It seems as though you are doing everything you can to remain calm and I think the aquayoga is a great idea!!! Yah for having a husband who can give you u/s and hear the hb!!!

Hazel-can't wait to see updates on George and see pictures! Don't feel bad about not doing personals-we all know how busy you must be!! I can barely post more than once or twice a week now that work has started up again and things have gotten busy!

AFM....I had a little scare last night. I got home from work around 8:30PM and went to let my dog out in the backyard and when I stepped inside my screened in porch that was dark I stepped on one of Lincoln's toys and fell!!! I was luckily able to catch myself on the table but still landed on my left side. I was more shaken up than anything and thought I hurt my ankle twisting it on the ball but I didn't call the DR cause I didn't land on my stomach and it wasn't that hard of a fall. I felt Flick move around last night but would you guys have called the DR????

[rayofsunshine]

Hello all!

Claudia-How scary to have a fall! I would probably call and mention it to my OB just for peace of mind. Your OB can reassure you that everything is okay which would be well worth it. I think we are all a bit jealous that you are still sleeping easily-I really can't remember my last "good night's sleep" but I am taking Ambien to help now that I'm in the hospital.

Steph-I cried seeing your beautiful babies-just a sweet reminder of what I can look forward to in a few days. I appreciate the feeding info.-sounds like a good plan to use formula at night. I will try to pump as well and see how it goes. I am really freaked out about the c-section but I don't really have a choice at this point Getting staples sounds like pain I'm not ready for but come hell or high water.... How is your daughter doing with the twins at home? I bet she is awesome and just loving it!

Babyluv-Yep, the recliner becomes our best friend! I'm sorry you are so uncomfortable sleeping. That's the thing that always makes me giggle-people saying "Get all your sleep. You're going to need it when the babies come." Yes, but if you knew how impossible it is to get a good night's sleep... As for your BP-my "normal" pressure is 137/88. I am on meds for it and have been the entire time. My doc. was concerned when it started to go in the 140-150s and bottom went into high 90s-100s. Your numbers really don't sound too bad but they will watch close and make sure to put you on meds or whatever will help. Just keep resting and taking it easy

Katie-How are you feeling today? I think we get to feel really miserable so we are begging for the baby to come instead of worrying about labor/delivery. If we were comfy we might let the baby stay forever (hehe). A Halloween baby would be fun but maybe they could induce another day if you ask-I am surprised they would schedule an induction on a Sunday. My doc. seem to try to plan everything during the week-I think they like to try to save their weekends

Hazel-Is George really a month old?! Where did the time go? I bet the 6 hours at night felt like a true miracle for you! I think you don't realize how sleep deprived you are really until the baby sleeps in longer stretches. It is amazing how our bodies adapt and do what is necessary to take care of a baby. I know he is beautiful-is he already growing and changing so much? Please take care.

Angela- Countdowns are great! It makes some of the hard stuff easier when you can think about the finish line Eight weeks will be no time at all-I'm still wondering where the time went.

Franca-It sounds like you had to endure some very difficult things in your life-no wonder you have such anxiety. Staying busy and reminding yourself of those positive things (great husband, beautiful baby to soon meet) may help calm you. Have you visited a counselor, church leader, or therapist to talk through your past? It may help just to get it out and deal with it in that way. I wish you the best of luck-and we will always listen and support you whatever you are going through. Hang in there.

Gi, PA, and Natasha-Hope you are doing well!

AFM-Well I'm still hanging in there. Yesterday my BP spiked to 170/95-YIKES! but it has been better since. I got the "privilege" to walk around outside my room for 5 minutes but I don't know if that will last because my BP spiked after the walk. Ho-hum. My doctor came in and said "We have a definite plan. We'll scan on Thurs. Oct. 28th. If there is little to no growth we take them the 29th. If they have made good growth we'll take them Mon. Nov. 1" WTH???!!!!! Are you seriously changing dates again on me?! I think I am going to walk my butt down to the OR on the 29th and demand a c-section. I can't believe it! I also keep having doc. disagreements-my OB says one thing and the perinatologist says another (yes walk, no don't walk OR no diet restrictions, yes a low sodium diet) AGH!!! I just want some clear info.=that would be nice. AND... I would love it if all the nurses were personable, kind, and helpful. I have to be monitored every 6 hours. It gets to be painful because I lay pretty flat, can't move, and have 3 monitors strapped tightly to my belly (one is basically on my bladder and the other on my rib cage). I am having contractions too. I have to be monitored for an hour and after 15 minutes I have to countdown the time because I am in pain. The CRAZY nurse I had yesterday forgot me, then didn't come right after I paged and left me on the monitor for 1 hour 45 minutes. I really thought I was going to go postal! I don't think some of them think about the fact that they are the only human contact I have for most of the day. A little kindness and consideration would be awesome Boy, I sound like a total b@#ch today. Okay, sunshine, puppy dogs, cute babies....I'm feeling better with only happy thoughts.

Have a great day ladies!
Sara

[bei]

hello everyone hope u all doig great

step ; congrats ur babies r so beautiful hope u doing great , how the expriance having twins,


i haveone question

i m having twins and is it okay too put twins in daycare after 6 mounth , for some reason i m getting so depress about all this things , i m not working right now

whose gonna be working after there twins born feel free for there advice

[katie99]

Steph - Good God woman! Those babies are way beyond gorgeous! You lucky, lucky woman! I just adore their pictures, I love how in the sleeping one they look like 2 little angels, then in the awake one - they seem to already be showing facial expressions! It looks like Ethan is thinking "hey, what do you want?" and it looks like Angelina is thinking " hey, whats going on here"? Too sweet for words! I'm so happy to hear that your Andrew just jumped right in there and if he's multi tasking already - then I guess he's not nervous anymore huh? He sounds like an old pro. Thats great news twin mama. I wouldnt stress Angelina losing a tiny bit, maybe they did just catch her at the wrong time of day, I'm sure she'll put it back ( heck she probably has already) hee hee for being so on top on the babies first little noises, but we already knew that you'd be super mom to 2! And whoo hoo for 30lbs off in less than a week! You must be feeling so much better, and after they take your staples out tom., you'll surely be feeling more like yourself. Just dont rush it too much, ok? Take it slower until you are completely healed, please? If nothing happens labor wise for me by Sun which is my EDD, then the next day I have an appt with the comedian OB but I'll be sure to bring up age/ discomfort and hope that nagging works. But I was thinking that a nice looong walk on this weekend wouldnt be a bad idea either - now if only it didnt hurt so bad to walk.... Glad to hear that you're doing better pumping and that you've healed your nips - cause I have to say that when I read your first post about losing the skin there? Oh honey I was cringing!!! Get some rest when you can mama.
I got so excited when you posted, I missed you girl - much love - xoxoxo

Angela - UGH I hear you on the bad heartburn and reflux, for me it didnt matter if food is spicy or not, its all about timing if I eat past 7pm - boy am I in trouble. Now thats so much fun when at night is when I'm thinking ice cream. Between progesterone slowing your digestive process and its known to 'loosen" the epigastric sphincter - making it easier for your dinner to sneak up on you in the middle of the night - fun, yes? And dont forget that your stomach has been pushed up somewhat, yep lots of gastric disturbances are cetain. And umm, hemmorhoids? yeah I thought I was going to get off free, but umm, no that caught up with me also Try some Tuck's pads, colace and of course the standard water, water, water all day. Oooh Tahoe's are super cozy! Thats what you want to be in for a long car trip! feel better mama - xoxo

Babyluv - In your case your cervix going backwards is a good thing! Well, at least for a bit longer. I just didnt know that happened, so I was surprised, and for me, sort of annoyed. Oh well she'll come when she wants to, right? ugh, just what you need right now, a yeast infection to make your day all the more special- ugh. Your BP doesnt seem that bad to me, jst a bit elevated, they'll keep a close eye on it now and worst case out you on labetalol, for the duration. It took my BP down right away and doesnt bother me, so no big deal so far. Maybe a recliner is a good idea, I mean at this point? with 2 babies in there? Whatever helps you to feel comfy is a good idea. Yeah, I guess it was a silly idea to think that we'd rest up before delivery - I havent slept well ni sooo long nowBut I am looking forward to it at some point though - lol.

Franca - Its normal to have fears while you're pg and childhood trauma just ampliflies that. Try to think positive thoughts and focus on Elizabeth and and the happy life you deserve. Oooh, how awesome it must be to have a Dr for a DH that you get to have u/s and dopplar anytime you feel like! xoxo

Hazel - Hi honey, I've missed you! How is life with little George? Ok, so, not so little after all. How has it been a month already? How great that he slept for a whole 6 hrs! Ok, I wasnt thinking about that yesterday, but thanks for the info (pg brain!) on how bigger babies eat more at one sitting and then sleep longer as well. That makes me feel so much better about Savannah being "in the 8's" Jeez, if George was 9lbs 4.5 oz - I'll say it again - you are a rock star! OK, I'll stop whining about the 8's - hahaha. How is your Dad doing these days? Has he turned your DS into King George yet? Bet he has! much love - xoxo

Claudia - Eek! bet that did scare you something awful, i know it would if it were me. Thank God that you didnt have a hard fall, but its so difficult to not be able to see your own feet anymore, isnt it? I probably would have called if I fell hard, or on my belly, and then didnt feel movement for a while. I mean, they are super cushioned in there, and Flick's bouncing around, I'm sure its fine, but whew! Gracie leaves toys& chewys everywhere too, and since for me bending now hurts, I ask Chris every night to put all the dog toys back in the toy basket so I dont find them the hard way in the middle of the night. I mean since sleeping has become something I remember - not do anymore - ugh. Has Lincoln been feeling better about the nursery? or is he still not comfortable in there?
Gracie seems to see the nursery as her safe zone somehow. Chris's alarm clock frightened her this morning at 4am, and he told me gracie took off into the nursery and was peeking from the doorway - strange beast that she is How goes work? Any word on if you can go to part time? - xoxo

Sara - Oh for the love of! Seriously? Now you have 2 Drs and 2 different opinions too? Thats so frustrating! Umm they need to agree on at least a date for you. And diet? well that one cant wait seeing as you have to eat. Did you mention to Dr#2 that Dr #1 hafd a different opinion? I would just so they know that they need to get on the same page - and fast! Aw, honey I'm so sorry that you've this uncomfy, but you are right - think happy thoughts.. xoxo

AFM - I'm not having a good day today. Its 4pm and I'm still in my pjs. I dont really care though Chris isnt home and they seem to be the only thing that fits anymore. I've gotten to where I cant stand clothes touching my belly, well good luck finding clothes that are bigger than my belly - lol. This morning it was hurting so much to walk that I had to go and lay down for awhile just to see if i could get her to move off my cervix a little because every step hurt so bad. Even a slooow walk with the dog was super painful. So after laying down for a bit, its back to normal - so hooray for that. But now its too late to feel productive, so I guess its pj day then? Ah, the joys of a few days before EDD, yes? And whew! she was seriously trying to kick her way out before! I was saying please lets not try to get behind my hip bone - big owie!! Its all worth it when we get to hold them for the first time - thats what i keep telling myself
hugs & prayers to us all - xoxoxo

[natasha10]

steph- AWW they are adorable. so cute.

sara- your almost there momma! how exciting you get to count down the days.

katie- How are you? closer yet?

afm- same o same just another day. im going to take a break on the hw and go to the gym with DH and do some walking as long as my feet will hold up. ( it isnt too long these days)Im trying not to sit too much tho and gain too much weight. my appetite is increasing and i dont wanna just gain weigh in a bad way. But I dont wanna be underweight but thats not the circumtances these days. im up 30lbs so im going to have to waych myself now. they say usually i should be about 15lbs right not 30 lol. opps. =) but i just dont wanna gain 90 by the end. But ima take it easy at the same time, I can only walk about 25 minutes before my feet give out and swell. But Im excited to see more and more baby pics as you all are getting closer to your due dates. Congrats to all of you mommas that just had your beautiful babies and to the ones one their way counting down the days!!!

[angelaezra]

Babyluv – I am glad that your appointment went well. So they think you are closed now … well at least we know they will stay put for a little longer. You are right; the hemorrhoids are pretty bad now! I wouldn’t worry about your BP until it is over 140/90. That is usually when they become really concerned. Good job on packing your bag because you are right, we just don’t know when it will be our time.

Stephanie – I tried to use the photo bucket that Katie suggested on Sunday and after an hour I stopped because I only had one picture on there … lol. So I decided that I would try it again another day. Usually, I can figure those things out but not that day for some reason. So, I will try to post the 4D picture on Monday if I can figure out how to do it … lol. At the place where I am going for the 4D, if you are military or your spouse is military, you get your 4D for free, which is very good. We have Wright Patterson Air force Base nearby.

I am so glad that Andrew has taken to being a new daddy times two! So you have lost 30 pounds already … that is great and it gives me a lot of hope! And, don’t worry about Angelina; she will be fine with the weight gain or loss! Sometimes it happens that they lose a few ounces after coming home, so don’t feel bad. I had to laugh about the multi-tasking with Andrew. Sounds so much like a true man … lol. By the way, I love the pictures, they are so precious!

Franca – I am so sorry to hear about your history and yes I completely understand why you would be fearful but you just have to remind yourself that everything is going right for you in your life for a reason. Please just enjoy it because I always say life is too short so why not enjoy it while we are here on earth. It sounds like you have a great support system with your husband and I am so very happy for you! Remember, we are always here for you also. I know what you went through early in life was just horrible but I always say what we experience in life makes us stronger in the future, so you will be a great mom!

Hazel – It is so good to hear from you and that George is doing well. When you get the opportunity, look at your inbox because I sent you a PM.

Claudia – Sorry to hear about your fall and yes I would call them anyway so that they have it documented in your file. That had to be really scary for you!

Sara – I am glad that you are doing well and you got to walk around for a little while. But, yeah you are probably right that that is what spiked your BP to 170 systolic. I am with you regarding your confirmed c-section date … you tell them that there is no changing their minds allowed. Seriously, that is one big reason why I didn’t want to have two separate physicians taking care of me. I have a perinatologist only and he will be the one who delivers me too because I worked with so many doctors in the hospital as a nurse and they can’t make their minds up to save their lives. I can’t tell you how many times I was caught in the middle because I was the nurse and the physicians couldn’t agree on a patient’s care. It was truly insane so when I had the option I jumped at a one OB group team instead of two different offices. There are always too many leaders and no-one following!

Bei – I will be working after my baby comes. I think I will take 10 to 11 weeks off. And yes, you can put your babies in daycare after 6 months. I used to work at a daycare while I went to nursing school for 3 years and we had infants younger than 6 months in our care. I would suggest talking to other mommies who you trust and have their children in daycare to get a good reference and then make an appointment with them to tour the facility with your DH so that both of you feel comfortable with your choice. It’s good to hear from you!

Katie – It sounds like we are all in the same boat regarding all of these pregnancy symptoms! A PJ day sounds absolutely fabulous to me right now … every morning is a true struggle to get out of the bed! Yes, you are right about the comfort of the Tahoe but you will love this one … my DH calls me this morning and says do you still think you will be alright to go to Toledo this weekend because you are going to the bathroom every 30 minutes right now and it will take forever to get up there! I couldn’t believe it … I told him that I am going to tell Gabriella how insensitive he was while I was pregnant with her … lol. I said you aren’t concerned about me, you are concerned about yourself and of course he laughed and said why would you say that! He is such a jokester all the time! Oh how I wish our DH’s could experience being pregnant for a day! They wouldn’t last 5 minutes!

Natasha – It is good to hear from you. Walking sounds great but I wouldn’t even last 25 minutes … lol. She puts too much pressure on my cervix and my bladder right now. Make sure you don’t overdo it but have fun!

AFM – Well, the glider/ottoman came in yesterday and I didn’t have to argue with my DH to put it together … hell must be freezing over … lol. I might be sleeping in it soon just like you ladies said because last night I couldn’t catch my breath! Today the extra car seat base came in for my DH’s truck, so the only thing I need now are her sunlight blocking curtains. Ladies, I hope you have a wonderful night!

Angela

[Stephanieford78]

Angela - I can't wait to see the 4D pics! How exciting. Hopefully the site and you get along a little better next time around. lol YAY for the glider getting there and DH getting right to it! Just another thing to complete the nursery. How are you feeling lately? I hope you still have some energy... soon enough Gabriella will be taking all of that. Kids... so greedy sometimes.

Natasha - Don't worry too much about your weight. As long as you are healthy and baby is doing well, you have plenty of time to work off the weight after birth. It takes 9 months to get there, let it take at least that long to get back. I might have lost 30lbs but I sure don't think I look it. Though, boy did I swell up badly at the end. I know much of it was water weight.

Katie - Ethan and Angelina are always making the cutest and funniest faces. I am just so addicted to them. lol He is deffinately what Andrew calls a "Ford baby" and the little piggy out of the two. Angelina is the dainty little girl and has mama's small genes. I am glad Andrew has taken to being a dad the way he has. Neither one of us knew how the ptsd would effect his parenting. He has had a few tired frustrated moments, but nothing any sleep deprived brand new daddy might not suffer. I hope you can convince the ob to relieve your pain. I know you are so healthy, age is not a factor but who says you can't use it as an excuse? lol It's ok to have pj days... I call them my bum days. Hell, why not just sit around in old over sized clothes or pj's and not shower for a day? It's normal damnit! Who deserves it more than a full term mama? lol

Bei - Thank you! Twins with my DH is pretty easy. He is so helpful and I got lucky. Last time with my ex and just one baby it was so hard because he didn't do anything ever. I am not going back to work at all so I can't answer your question based on what I am doing, however I think 6 months is plenty of time to get the kids in daycare. I was nervous and stressed about how things were going to be after the twins were born, but no need to worry yourself now. Sometimes we just worry because that's what we are used to doing when it comes to babies. Let things fall into place, I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised like I was.

Sara - I am sure you are no more freaked out about your surgery than I was about mine. When Andrew took the pic of me on the table, that look on my face was an uncomfortable look. It is just a truly strange feeling, but no pain at all. I felt weird throughout but no nausea or anything. I did get the shakes at the end, I think the surgery was actually over. They blamed it on my nerves and gave me something for anxioty I think. I have always seen on tv that the shakes are normal though and can be a reaction to the meds. It did go away after I left the OR so maybe it was nerves? Oh and I know how you feel about the monitoring. Though you have to go through it more than I did. I only needed 20 minutes but was usually left on for an hour or two, sometimes as long as three. They always put me on before shift change and right before breakfast was served so I could watch my food get cold. One of the things I started to get pissy about and complain towards the end. It's so much harder with twins because they needed those 20 minutes to be steady heartbeats and Angelina liked to move around so I would chase her around and push it down to make sure they got their 20 minutes.. just to not get off of them anyway. So yeah, I feel your pain. I hope you stay as comfy as you can and get to move around as much as possible, spite the different docs opinions. That is another things I empathize with. Hang in there hun, you got this!

Claudia - I am so glad you are ok after the fall. I am sure flick is fine or you would have had signs by now that something was wrong. Like pain, blood or water breaking. As long as he is moving around then there shouldn't be any issues, however we all know how we need reasurance. If you feel you need to talk to the doc, then call just to let him know what happened and see if he is concerned. I am sure he will ask you if you have had any symptoms and if baby is moving then of course as long as your aren't and he is then things are fine.

Babyluv - I don't think I need an alarm, I am up throughout the night thanks to their little noises. lol I am always looking at the clock when I check on them so that isn't an issue. I have them in a pack n play right next to my bedside. I have it pretty much like a co-sleeper would be. It makes it so much easier after a c-section. I am not sure how much weight I lost in the hospital since they didn't weigh me. The swelling afterwards seemed worse than while I was preggers. It lasted just under a week for me. Well, the big water gain anyway. My belly still has some shrinkage to do of course. lol It is all worth it though, all the discomforts, stress and agony. Once you see those little girls, you won't care how you got them there, just that they are there. Though... we can still have our moments and vent about the pain. I hope you can find a way to get comfy at night. I did my best to prop myself up with a bunch of pillows since my recliner just didn't cut it. I even had a throw under my my toosh in bed to help keep me in the right position. lol It wasn't perfect, but the best I could do. One thing that helped me sleep better was when Andrew would give me a good rub a dub before bed. My back felt so much better for longer. Maybe DH can do the same for you?

Hazel - Don't you worry about how often I get on here to do personals. I take advantage of the twins sleep time in the swings. They are so content there and I have until next feeding as long as I am not pumping or trying to catch a cat nap. lol I have no idea what it will be like when Andrew goes back to work. Speaking of which, that is a whole other brand new mess. I'll talk about that in a bit though. How are you feeling? How is George these days? Besides smiling, is he doing anything else exciting?

Franca - I understand how you feel and it's normal to have some issues for many many years after the fact. It takes a lot to try to get over the association with those bad things to the process of giving birth and having people down there. Explain these things to your doctor if you haven't already and I am sure they will be as gental as possible. It really helps when they tell you before hand what they are doing and why in detail. Like how they say, You are going to feel me touch you, a little preasure, I am just checking to see if you are dialated.. stuff like that. It helps the anxioty. It is still uncomfortable, but much better to deal with. I hope this helps you. Then afterwards, you will have a beautiful experience to assosiate with that area. Giving birth to a beautiful little miracle baby girl!!

AFM - It's midnight here and just now feeding time for the twins but Andrew is helping so I have a few minutes. Tomorrow is the appt to see if Angelina has gained weight. Not sure how much she is suppose to gain in 2 days but as long as it is something I am happy. I know it is normal to lose a little after birth, but she lost 9oz then another 1/2oz two days later. They didn't like that. We were finally able to add them to Andrew's policy so we can go in there tomorrow with a date for their two week check up. The hospital didn't like that they didn't have one yet last time, but when you have to wait for the Army, what can you do? We had to get them manually added because they still weren't showing in the system. Andrew keeps offering for me to go upstairs and get more sleep while he takes care of both babies, but haven't taken him up on that yet. He thinks I don't trust him enough, but it is more the anxioty with being away from them. Funny how their little noises might keep waking me up but those noises comfort me at the same time. I am sure each and every one of you will check to make sure they are ok if they are too quite. It is just what we do. lol So it works both ways and we are just doomed to no real sleep. I did go to get my staples out today. It felt like he was plucking hairs out. Some not so bad though, but others... yeah.. owie. He put tape on and that was it. I guess they will just fall off in a few weeks. At least it doesn't look all frankensteinish. lol Ok, time to feed babies.

[Franca]

Thankyou for understanding and giving me advice i really apprieciate it. Not something i can spread to my friends. I have been to see pyschiatrists councellors you name it. I do feel positive most of the time and it has made me stronger in many ways. Elizabeth comes first now. God bless you all
xxxxxxx

[bei]

step ; thanks for advice , same way i cant effort to go back work either but it just my brain massing with me becoz it cost 2700to2900$ to put 6 mounth old in day care . it lots of money and i hardely bring couple of bucks at home so i m thinking to stay with them and takecare of them till 3 years old and then i can start working . after reading ur post i feel much better thanks

[katie99]

Stephanie - OMG, how did that happen? The twins are 8 days old already! Aw, Angelina does look like a dainty little lady, I hope her appt goes well today and that she's back to her desired weight. So Ethan is all about feeding, huh? Typical boy I guess -lol. I'm so happy to hear that Andrew really jumped right on in with the middle of the night feedings, changings, and comfortings. Its a special time for him too. And how sweet of him to offer to take care of the both babies so you can get some extra rest, although I totally get how you feel about feeling anxious if you're apart from them. Maybe by next week you two can switch off on the middle of the night care? You know just so that you guys can each get enough rest? Its so hard to feel rested when you get that broken sleep, it feels more like napping than actual sleep. And if he gets to be home for a month you may as well take advantage of all the sleep you can get, right? How is Alex adjusting to the babies? I'll bet that she's head over heels for them too, how could you not be? I'm glad that your incision is healing up nicely, I mean that was a major abdominal surgery after all- I know it wasnt the best feeling (ha) but you took it like a trooper, you did great twin mama! And now you have those two little angel faces to see smiling back at you! I'm getting a little antsy to get there myself, it starting to feel like I've been pregnant forever! Are we there yet? Thankfully that awful cervical pain never lasts too long, usually just 30-60 minutes, but if I have to walk during it - wow! that'll wake you right up. Oh, absolutely I plan to play it up if I make it to my 1 day late OB appt. We'll see, but it seems like miss Savannah is pretty cozy right where she is for now - sigh. I think tomorrow when Chris will be home at least until Tues would be a good time to have a REALLY LONG WALK and perhaps get things going? I know that Hazel tried everything she could to no avail - but it couldnt hurt right? I was up at 5 am for my thousandth pee of the night and Chris was drinking his morning coffee in the nursery with Gracie - they looked so sweet just sitting there in the glider- waiting as well. Well it cant take too much longer, right? And I am relieved that she didnt try to come out during this week of Chris pulling like 75 hrs in 4 days- yuk! But anytime now would be just fine by me... Love your new ticker BTW! - much love to you all - xoxoxo

Angela - Oh, boy now you shouldnt go because you have to pee too often? Well I dont disagree with what you said the other day about if only they could feel what we feel while pregnant? Who wants to visit the bathroom every hour? Talk to the baby, its not something WE want to do. Hmmm, was he just having a dry sense of humor with that comment? UGH men sometimes Yippee for getting the glider and having it put together already! They are super cozy arent they? Haha your DH must have gotten the hint last time since he put the glider together right quick! Plus its hard to finish the nursery until you can see exactly where all the larger pieces are going, right? Chris asked me last night why its taking me so long to answer the phone - I was thinking, ummm, because I'm very pregnant and huge and slow perhaps? Instead i said "you see how long it takes me to get up. so why ask dopey questions"? At least he jumps up to offer me a hand instead of laughing at my upside down turtle wiggling off the chair - because I'm sure its pretty funny to watch. So did you decide to go on the car trip? I'd go just to tease him and ask him to stop at EVERY single rest stop - whether I need it or not How are you feeling ? - xoxo

AFM - Today I feel totally normal (well as normal as it gets 3 days before EDD) But theres no signs of her wanting to go anywhere at all, so the waiting continues.. Oh, yeah I definitely see a long walk happening tomorrow on the hopes that it will get her going - wish me luck - xoxoxo
I wonder why my ticker is running a day early? My Edd is on Sunday, not saturday. Hmmph

[katie99]

Hazel - It's a boy! George Thomas Alexander arrived on Sept 18 weighing in at 9lbs 4.5oz - CONGRATULATIONS MUM & DAD!
Emerald - Baby girl arrived at 26 weeks - Both Mom & baby are doing well - CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Riley -Baby Girl Reagan arrived on Oct 8 weighing 6lbs 10oz and 19 1/4 " long! CONGRATULATIONS!
Steph - Ethan AND Angelina arrived on Oct 13 - Ethan at 6.5 lbs 19 3/4" and Angelina at 5.8 lbs 18 1/2" - CONGRATULATIONS!!! TIMES TWO!



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Katie - OB / u/s appt 10/25- -EDD is Oct 24 -
Hope Scheduled c section on Nov 3 - unless nature decides to intervene - -
Gi -- EDD is on Nov 14-
Claudia -OB appt 10/27 - EDD is on Nov28 - Thanksgiving weekend! -
Angela- scan on 10/25 - NST on 10/ 28 - EDD is on Dec 22 - A Christmas baby! -
Natasha -OB appt on 10/29 - and 11/11 - EDD is on Feb 7
PA -FA - Peri appt on 10/27 for ECHO - EDD is on Feb 15 2011 a Valentine's baby!
Franca- EDD is on Feb 19 2011







Sara -On hospital bed rest til delivery - EDD is Oct 29 or Nov 1 -via scheduled c section - - AND
Babyluv -EDD is on Nov 11 -via scheduled c section - - AND
Bei - EDD is Feb 15 - Valentine's Day babies AND





Tammy - m/c - 1 angel looking over her -
DrBoots (Ryan) - m/c - 1 angel watching over her -
Lou - m/c 11wks - We all grieve with you.. -
Malya - premature labor @ 20wks - 1 angel watching over you -
Ronda - m/c 17wks - we all grieve with you -
Karen- premature labor @ 23.5 wks -We all grieve with you -

[bei]

katie; how r u doing girl i just saw urticker and it is almost 40 weeks yay u r so close girl hows everything going ,

[PA_FA]

Hello ladies!!!!!!!!!! I've missed you all. I have spent the better part of an hour reading a few pages that I have missed this week. I don't really have time for personals, as Angela was correct, my shower is this weekend. The first person flies in tonight. She's one of the 2 hosts so she is coming in early.
Yesterday was our 3 year wedding anniversary. Tuesday was our 7 year dating anniversary. To celebrate we went to NYC and saw Wicked on Broadway. It was awesome!!!!!!!! Very cute...especially for someone from Kansas.
I'm so excited for those of you who just have days left. Not much longer for the rest of you too. It feels like 4 months will take ages but I'm sure it will fly by. I'll do personals on Monday after my house guests have left. UGH...6 extra people in my house. I'm tired already.
Hugs to you all!!!!!!!!!!!!! (And all of those cute newborns that have been popping out!)

[angelaezra]

Stephanie – I can’t believe Angelina and Ethan are 8 days old! I like Andrew more and more every day … I am just so proud of how he is stepping up and helping with the twins. You two will be great parents but then you already are to Alex! I hope the twins’ appointment goes well and she is gaining weight appropriately.

Franca – I am glad that chatting with us has helped you in some way.

Bei – Yes, you are correct; daycare can be very expensive especially for infants. I do know that some daycares provide a discount if you have more than one child who attends the center. But, did you ever consider a private sitter if you really want or need to go back to work, even if it is part time? If you really trust the person, it can work out beautifully.

Katie – I think I will take you up on your suggestion. I will go and have him stop at every exit or maybe every other one just to be funny … lol. I guess I will make my definite decision tomorrow whether I will go or not.

PA_FA – Happy three year anniversary! I hope that you have a fabulous shower. Just remember it is your day so enjoy it no matter what! And yes, those four months will go by very fast!

AFM – Well, I am seriously considering asking my OB to put me on half days at work. I became a little nervous today when I started having menstrual cramp like pain; luckily I was planning on taking it easy and stay close by the home. So I was on my way to my parent’s house, so I just took some Tylenol and lied down over there for awhile and they went away. Other than that, there isn’t too much going on for me. I hope you ladies have a wonderful night!

Angela