18 weeks 2/21/21

Week 18: The babies are the size of a bell pepper.

I went grocery shopping this weekend while a little hungry and the boys may have influence some impulse snack items. The bump is much more noticeable and always there, even in the morning. I feel them start moving around first thing in the morning and party through out the day. It's crazy to think we are 5 months into this wonderful journey.

What's going on in there? This week myelin, a protective insulation, is starting to form around the boys nerves. This covering continues to grown until the baby's first birthday. 

Next appointment: 3/19/2021 ultrasound

Feeling: I'm feeling those boys moving around in there! Still little flutters at this point but they are definitely active. Feeling good, a little tired at times, though I can still breath easy and sleep comfortably!

Weight: 168

22 weeks to go! (20 weeks until the 38 week mark!)

Ultrasound day! 2/18/2021

Both boys looked great with plenty of fluid and moving around nicely. One was looking down and the other was looking straight at us. 

The doctor knew just how to calm our anxious nerves after waiting 4 weeks to see the boys and showed us their little beating hearts right away, with perfect little heart beats of 140 and 142.

17 weeks 2/14/21

 

Week 17: The babies are the size of a large onion.

Happy Valentine's Day! This weekend we hang hearts around our town and it was COLD! Luckily the boys did not seem to mind at all. 

What's going on in there? This week they are practicing sucking and swallowing as they get ready for the real thing! Their sense of hearing is making big strides this week. Their ears are close to being fully formed and they are starting to be able to hear voices outside the belly. Fat stores are beginning to develop under their skin. This provides energy and will help keep them warm after birth.

Next appointment: 2/18/2021 ultrasound

Feeling: Great :-) getting full easy, still sleeping comfortable though I feel my muscles relaxing as my hips get a little sore after sitting for a while. Time for more stretches!

Weight: 166

23 weeks to go! (21 weeks until the 38 week mark!)

16 weeks 2-7-21

Week 16: The babies are the size of avocados.

Im pretty sure I can now feel the boys fluttering about in there. I can only imaging how much fun the little Rock Star is having doing his flips and I have a feeling his brother is now joining in on the fun. The Belly Buds recently arrived so Im hoping hearing their parents voices will be able to calm the boys as they grow and we all run out of space. Great time to become close with your brother when you are sharing a belly bunk bed, as the doctor referred to their living quarters. Cant wait to see them and how big they are next week!

What's going on in there? They boys eyes are making small sire-to-side movements this week and can perceive some light, even thought they're still closed. They may have begun sucking their thumbs and are may be able to make sucking motions. Their circulatory system is now up and (beginning) to run and can pump about 25 quarts of blood a day.

Next appointment: 2/18/2021 ultrasound

Feeling: Pretty normal these days. I get full very quickly which I think will stay until the boys come out so I have been focusing on snacks and small meals to make sure we all have enough room in there. They still don't seem to like sweet treats but love fruit and veggies.

Weight: 165

24 weeks to go! (22 weeks until the 38 week mark!)