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!)

15 weeks 1/30/21

Week 15: The babies are the size of pears.

The boys are definitely making the bump more known, especially by the end of the day. It's crazy to think they are the size of pears and will be growing a lot faster from here on out. While the belly is growing, I am thankful to still be sleeping comfortably and most of the time only having to get up once a night to pee. I know as they shift my organs around that will change but for now breathing and eating are going nice and easy!

What's going on in there: 

This week the babies skin remains super thin, allowing developing blood vessels to show right through. Their little skeletons are starting to ossify, so if an x-ray were taken, their skeletons would be visible. Things are moving into place, namely their ears and eyes. They continue the slow migration to their rightful sports on the babies face and head.

Next appointment: 2/18/2021 for the 17 week ultrasound. 

Feeling: The boys are sharing my energy so I have been getting a lot more done and love feeling human again. Still some light nausea every now and then, usually at night when I can rest. And now I mostly sneak in naps on the weekends instead of most days of the week. 

Weight: 164

25 weeks to go!

14 weeks 1/24/21 (Second Trimester!)

 Week 14: The babies are the size of navel oranges.

We should be able to start feeling these little boys moving around in there any time now. I feel little flutters every now and then but when I try to pay more attention they stop though I have a feeling it may be our little rock star having a party in there. I am starting to show a little more as I can definitely feel my uterus expanding but it is quite obvious after I have a meal. It's so interesting how when I wake up in the morning there is barely any belly and by the time I lay down for bed everything feels rounder and heavier. As I plan for the kids Summer schedule it is crazy to think these boys will make their appearance right in the middle of all the Summer fun. Time feels like it is flying until I think of waiting another 3-4 weeks between the ultrasounds then it feels like forever until we get to see them again. And by 17 weeks they will be so big, almost too big to be seen on the screen in one shot! :-)

What's going on in there: 

This week the babies  can now use their facial muscles to grimace and smile. The genitals makes their grand entrance and hair is sprouting on the head, eyebrows and body.

Next appointment: 2/18/2021 for the  17 week ultrasound. 

Feeling: Great! My energy is returning, or at lest the boys are sharing with me now. I feel like a new person, being able to got so much more done during the day. We are all still fans of a good nap but I can get through most days without feeling too tired during the day. However, if I lay down during the day there may be a good chance that a quick nap may take place where that was the plan or not.

Weight: 163

26 weeks to go!

Ultrasound Day! 1/21/21

We got to see the boys today and they were very entertaining.  While one little star was relaxing like he was ocean side with a fruity cocktail and not a care in the world, seriously he looked like he was asleep in a hammock, the other little star was rocking out. He started out in the crawling position, wiggled around, gave a big stretch then really started dancing. So it is safe to assume they are happy and healthy in there and already have growing personalities. I have a feeling I will know which one I feel kicking me first. They had great heart rates of 150 and 153 and they each had plenty of fluid in their sacs.