I have to start by being honest - I'm back to blogging because I've been put on bedrest. Not that I didn't miss all of you, I've just been super busy with the new house. Plus I've been attempting to "nest" with all of my added weight and it's been taking me much longer than I ever would have thought. However now, I can't do anything other than sit around (lay around, really) and wait, and think, and wait, and worry, and think some more. All of this thinking and waiting brings me to each of you. The women who were with me during my darkest hours. I've been trying to catch up with many of your posts and will continue to do so each day. In the meantime, just in case you're interested, here's what's up with me.
*I'm currently 33 1/2 weeks.
*Both babies weighed around 4 1/2 lbs as of two weeks ago.
*I'm having regular Braxton Hicks contractions often - way more than 6 an hour. Just seems to be my uterus pissed off...
*I was 1 cm dilated last week.
*I am quite certain I lost my MP (ewwwww!) in the shower yesterday morning....at least I have to hope that's what it was - I can't imagine what else it could have been. Oh and it's flipping disgusting too!
*I was admitted into the hospital 3 weeks ago for preterm labor (the night before my baby shower) and was released the next day when the contractions stopped. Again, my ute is just pissed, I think.
*I had my blessed baby shower and loved every single minute of it. I was spoiled like crazy and the boys have just about everything they could ever need or want.
*DH and I hired my sister in law to help for the first 6 months of the boys' lives. Her daugher (my niece, Ashley) is 2 months old and she'll be coming along too. We decided to tag team this whole motherhood thing. She's going to help me with laundry, cooking, and taking care of the boys. Everyone's pretty psyched all around - she was able to quit her job and won't be needing to take lil' Ash to daycare. Pretty cool!
Hmmmm...what else?
*Oh, I haven't had sex in like over 5 weeks which sucks! Not allowed to either anytime soon...
*The new house is coming along nicely. My 'rents have done most of the unpacking.
*My sister got engaged and already picked the date - October 22, 2010.
*I'm being monitored for pre-eclampsia. High risk OB says the babies may be coming out as early as this upcoming Friday - Black Friday, that is! Yikes!
That's all I've got for now. Hope this post finds you all doing well. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Consumption 15
9 hours ago
OMG!!! I cannot believe you are that close!!! It doesn't seem like it's even been that long! Aw, that's really awesome girl. Good to hear from you again. I need to see a belly pic! Come on, your adoring fans need to see how totally cute you look.
ReplyDeleteWowowowowow!!! I cannot believe you are 33 plus weeks - that is incredible!! I had to go to L and D a few nights ago - I had menstrual like cramping - some action on the monitor but they were calling it an "irritable uterus". Sigh - these babies HAVE TO STAY PUT for a while.
ReplyDeleteSo happy the shower went well - my sisters are throwing one for me on Sunday and I am so excited.
I hope you keep hanging in there - you sound great.
Wow...may not seem like it to you, but time is flying! I can't believe the babies might be here so soon! Thanks for thinking of me over my way...I've been thinking about you too. Glad you're off your feet and hopefully the little boys will stay put for awhile longer. Hugs and hope to hear more from you soon!
ReplyDeleteI was so very touched to see your comment on my blog :) I have missed you and often wondered how you were doing....and honestly worried a little, but I am so happy to see you here and that the boys are getting so big and strong. I know you wawnt to kee them baking as long as possible so try and rest and relax (as much as you can) and before you know it they will be here! WOW! can you believe this journey? I am not glad that you have bedrest....but I am hoping to hear from you more. You have been missed!!
ReplyDeleteSo great to hear from you :) You are definitely allowed to come and go as you please - it's a treat to hear from you but no worries if you don't post. Do what you need to do!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you and the babies! They are getting so big and I can't believe how close you are. Hang in there on bedrest!
Oh HONEY the movie was awesome. Just pure awesome-yummy-goodness. LOL!! I was practically drooling. I'm Team Edward but almost crossed over just because of the gorgeousness of Jacob. I was like a little school girl! hahahaha
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are doing well! Glad you popped in for an update. I was wondering how you and those two beautiful babies are doing! You are almost at the finish line mama...try to enjoy your bedrest as much as you can because your life is going to be super exciting in a few weeks.
ReplyDeletep.s. I changed my blog, I'm no longer waiting on baby par.amore but baby wanted. :)
So glad to hear from you! I'm really impressed with your plans with your sister in law...I can't wait to hear about it.
ReplyDelete(Just to remind you, I used to be be.coming wh.ole, but had to move my blog.)
*hugs*
Thanks so much for the update! I have been thinking of you tons and hoping that those boys havent' arrived yet. I hope you can hold out a bit longer.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that you hired your SIL to help with the babies. What a win-win for both of you! Will you be going back to work or will you be a stay at home mom?
I am so, so happy to hear from you and I am hoping that bedrest is going well:)
Hi there,
ReplyDeleteIt's great to hear from you! I have been wondering how you are doing, and how your little boys are. It's good to hear that things are going well, and I hope that you're not too bored on bed rest.
It sounds as though you have sorted out some great help for after the arrival of the boys.
Can't wait to hear more from you.
Caroline
caroline-frominfertilitytobaby.blogspot.com
Yay, you're doing great hun! Keep on growing those babies...it will all be worth it in the end.
ReplyDeleteI'm taking lots of tips from twin mommies, we're nearing the end of the first trimester and things are starting to sink in....ahhh!
THIS FRIDAY???!!!! ACK that's really soon! I'm so glad you will have help with the boys, how awesome is that?! Sorry about the bed rest, that is never any fun.
ReplyDeleteYou're doing a great job, keep it up hon!
*HUGS*
Wow your almost there. I will keep you guys in my prayers. I can't wait to see pics of those sweetie babies.
ReplyDeletejust got my computer back...
ReplyDeleteyep, my babies were born at 34 wks 4 days. baby boy had to be in the NICU for 5 days and then the step down for 2 days. baby girl had to be in the NICU for 2 days, and the step down for 2 days. they were actually pretty healthy....just had some problems with temperature regulation (which is generally mature around 36 wks). you can totally handle whatever comes your way. seriously!! :) i did have swelling, but pre-e diagnoses are made more on your BP and labs, i think.
i can't wait to see little pics of the babies!!!
xoxo
I am glad you are still hanging in there! It won't be much longer now.
ReplyDeleteYour good humor and witty words are refreshing to hear! I'm so happy for you and your DH!!!!! Congrats on the beautiful boys!!
ReplyDeleteI need to see a belly pic! Come on, your adoring fans need to see how totally cute you look.
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