It's almost time!

We went in for our 33 week appointment yesterday and had an ultrasound to check for placement and another non-stress test. The non-stress test indicated that the babies are healthy and doing well. My blood pressure was 135/91 a little high so we are watching it closley and the ultrasound showed that both babies are still head down. My doctor wanted to check my cervix for the first time, which probably wasn't such a good idea because I began having contractions every 3-5 minutes. He said I am 2cm dilated and 90% effaced. He said I have the perfect cervix and wants my to try for a vaginal delivery... I was really hoping for a C-section. He said it should be a breeze because they are low and will probably only weigh around 4lbs each. I had to go to labor and delivery and be monitored for over three hours, I received a steroid injection to help the babies lungs mature just in case they come within the next few days. I have to go in again today at 4pm for my second steroid injection, blood pressure check, non-stress test, and cervical check. I wasn't able to sleep last night because my contractions continued until midnight or so and then finally eased up. I slept from midnight until 4am and have been nesting since. I wanted to get my things ready just in case I have to stay when I go back in this afternoon. If I don't have them this weekend then I will be seen on Monday morning for the babies measurements and another cervical check.
Thanks again for following our blog and we will keep you posted on when Tristan and Titan arrive.

Big Thanks to everyone at The Village Bank!!!

Wednesday evening The Village Bank threw a wonderful baby shower for my husband and I. We had a great time and were blown away by all the wonderful gifts. We were happy to get a baby swing, humidifier, bedding, more clothes, burp cloths, car seat covers, etc. They were all the things we still needed. We now feel ready apart from purchasing the car seats to bring them home in.
We are so blessed to be surrounded by wonderful friends and family that have supported us and helped us through these past eight months. We look forward to sharing our babies with all our friends and family, especially during the late nights and wee hours!!!

31 Weeks

Sorry I didn't post sooner, I have been busy believe it or not!

My friend Sylvia and her daughter Journey came into town for the baby shower and to help get the nursery ready. We did some minor shopping for the nursery (shelves, curtains, picture frames ect.). Sylvia and Journey were able to join us for our doctors appointment, Journey thought it was pretty neat to see the boys on ultrasound. The boys were measured this week. Tristan weighing in at 4lbs 2oz and Titan at 3lbs 11 oz. Tristan is in the 56 percentile and Titan in the 48 percentile. My doctor said they are chubby and guesses they should be around 5lbs by Sept 15th.

The baby shower was a a blast, it was so good to see my friends and family. One of the games we played was so fun...guess what kind of poo (candy bar) was in the diaper? I have some great photos of my friends sniffing dirty diapers. I think I now have enough diapers and wipes to last us awhile. I still need to go out and buy some of the bigger items but have plenty of time to do that.

30 weeks...

We had our 30 week appointment yesterday and the boys are doing well. We didn't receive any pictures other than their heart rates so I won't be posting any today. But did take a picture of my belly for all to see. So far I show no signs of preterm labor so we are tentatively scheduled for a C-Section on September 15th. At our appointment the boys heart rates and fluid were measured. Their hearts are strong and the fluid is stable. I have been waking up around 2am frequently this past week to eat and luckily have only gained 4 oz's. Although the boys are packing on the pounds, my weight has slowed down. I really didn't think it was possible to out grow maternity clothes but as you can see in my picture... my belly hangs out the bottom of my shirt!

This past week Jeremy got the movie camera ready and I went to Target to get some PJ's for the hospital and had to leave because the babies were getting so heavy and uncomfortable. We are getting so anxious and can't wait to see their cute little faces. I am looking forward to my baby shower next weekend and seeing my friends and family. This weekend my family is having our family reunion up at Fish Lake but we felt it would be best to stay close to home.

Mark Your Calanders....

It's a baby shower!

Honoring: Yvonne Dellos

When:SaturdayAugust 15th

Time: 10:30am-12:00pm

Place: 2443 Harvest Ln. Washington Fields

RSVP:Stephanie Heppler 478-952-0548

Registered at: Target & Babies "R" US

29 Weeks...

Today we had another ultrasound to check both Tristan and Titan's amniotic fluid and both are measuring right on track. They are also both head down. Tristan's face is down and towards the right making it difficult to see his face and Titan's face up with his head against Tristan's back. The ultrasound tech was able to see that the babies have hair on the back of their heads....crazy because I was really bald. My doctor and I discussed my delivery options once again and yes, I am planning on a C-Section although they can be delivered vaginally. He asked me when I wanted them delivered and we agreed on 36 weeks, which will be around the middle of September...only 7 more weeks to go! As much as I love having them in me, I am looking forward to seeing my toes again. I have gained X lbs and am feeling like a hippo. I am only 4lbs lighter than my husband which at times is very entertaining, like when he tries to help me off the table at the doctors office. He tries to pull me up but ends up falling toward me, now that should make me feel real good about myself ... I bet he would still win in an arm wrestle though. Both Jeremy and I have really enjoyed my pregnancy. He reads and sings to them every night and we both just love to watch my belly when the boys are really active.

We both still have a lot of planning and preparing to do. I have to finish decorating the nursery, have my baby shower, pack a bag for the hospital, buy car seats, etc. It is really difficult to do these things and still be on bed rest. If it weren't for my neighbor and good friend Stephanie, I would have probably gone in sane already. I am so grateful for all my friends and family that have been here for me and have supported us through out our pregnancy.

I will see my OB again next Thursday and the Dermatologist on Friday for a mole removal (fun for me) and will post again then.

28 week OB appointment

Baby B = Titan

Baby A = Tristan

We saw our OB for our 28 week visit on Thursday, both babies are head down once again. I don't think Titan can make up his mind which direction he wants to be in. But then again with Tristan's hands and feet always in his face, can you blame him? At this appointment we had the babies position checked as well as my cervical length and both were right on target. My doctor said the babies won't be coming anytime soon and that he thinks we have a chance of going full term, which is 37 weeks with Twins. He said he will take them around September 20th if I haven't had them sooner. I told him he might as well take them on September 19th...my birthday!

He was very pleased with the results from Monday's appointment. He said what ever I was doing to continue... Bed rest and Boost!

I am very happy the boys won't be as early as they expected but at the same time I had 34 weeks in mind not 37. I have recently began to feel the unpleasant effects of pregnancy...the itchy belly, sore legs and feet and puffy hands and face. I just hope that I can be patient enough to endure full term if necessary.