I started my new medicine this week. It's called Procardia and used to prevent pre-term labor. I'm still taking my other medicine as well and my last day for that is Christmas day! My cervix shortened a little bit (probably due to walking around the mall for two hours before my appt.) so the doctor started me on this medicine to keep me pregnant! I'm still looking good for 36 weeks!
We got our Christmas cards in this week. They are so adorable! I'm so happy with them! We have been waiting so long to be able to have a family Christmas card! I can't wait until next Christmas!
How far along?
32 weeks, 5 days today!
Trimester?
3rd!
How many days until my due date?
23 days to 36 weeks!!
How big are the babies?
The babies weigh as much as a jicama!
Weight gain?
I gained about 2 pounds this week.
What milestones did the babies reach this week?
The twins are supposed to be weighing in at 3.75 pounds this week, but we know they are ahead of that. They are roughly 16.7 inches long, taking up a lot of space in my uterus. I'm supposed to be gaining a pound a week and half of that weight gain goes to the babies. They will gain a third to half of their birth weight during the next few weeks as they fatten up for survival outside the womb. They now have toenails, fingernails, and real hair. The skin on their bodies is becoming soft and smooth as they plump up in preparation for birth.
Pregnancy symptoms?
Sniffles still. I get up at least 5 times a night to use the bathroom. Tired. Feel like I'm carrying around a huge bowling ball.
Cravings/Aversions?
coffee, soda, chocolate anything, lucky charms, waffles, garlic toast, salad, cheese, oranges, pretty much any fruit. I'm craving fruit all the time!
Sleep?
Sleeping well! Just going to the bathroom a lot at night!
Belly Button?
In!
Wedding rings on or off?
On some days, off some days.
Swelling?
No major swelling!
Labor signs?
I've been having braxton hicks but they aren't painful or close together.
Dreams?
I've had dreams but nothing crazy or out of the ordinary.
Best moment of the week?
Getting another appointment under my belt. I don't go back until after Christmas. I only have 3 appointments left! We went to the Christmas parade to watch my grandma...it was her last parade at the library!
Jared had his ugly sweater day at work this week! He looked so cute! We put two stockings on his sweater with Liam and Asher's name on them!
We also had our Puggles Christmas party at Church! The kiddos are so adorable! I'm going to miss them and Meagan over the next couple months while I'm on leave!
Christmas is almost here, My grandma's retirement is almost here, and that means the TWINS are almost here!!!!
My dad and Jennifer got us our first "Expecting" Christmas ornament!! I'd been meaning to stop and have one made every time we would go shopping but we were always in such a hurry!
What I miss?
Bending over without feeling like I can't breathe, being able to buy and wear cute clothes, my big handbags, eating and drinking what I want to.
What I'm looking forward to?
CHRISTMAS!!! My family is coming in on Christmas Eve so we will be having finger foods and stuff like that. I'm so excited to see all of them and for them to see me and my big belly!!!
What emotions have I experienced this week?
Excited. Nervous. Anxious. Crying a lot because I can't believe it's almost time to meet these two little guys!
Boys, Girls, or Both?
BOYS!!!! Liam Alexander Politte & Asher Matthew Politte
All the time! They kick, punch, roll over, and push out on my belly more times a day than I can count!
Stretch marks?
None yet!!! I'm hoping lathering up with this tummy butter and cocoa butter lotion will work wonders!
What has daddy been up to this week?
Jared has been doing pretty much whatever I ask of him! He's the best. I don't know what I would do without him!
When do I think I will go into labor?
My doctor told me that he will start weaning me off of my medicine at 35 weeks. And we will have some things to start doing to get labor progressing. So the way it looks Jan. 11th is the hopeful time the twins will make their arrival.
Nesting?
Packing hospital bags and the twins' bags! It's the most surreal moment of my life thus far!
Devotional from the book, "Expecting Praying for your Child's Development Body & Soul": Strength: Muscles "The Lord gives strength to his people, the Lord blesses his people with peace." -Psalm 29:11
Father, my baby has been gaining lots of muscle lately. They are getting stronger and stronger with each passing day. Lord, I want our children to be strong-not just physically, but emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I pray that you will give them the strength to always stand up for what is right. I think especially of their teenage years when negative peer pressure will be a real and frightening force. God help them to stand firm in you. Give them strength to resist any temptation that goes against your word. Help them to stand strong and fast in the midst of adversity. Give them the confidence that they can do anything you ask them to do. Remind them of Philippians 4:13- "I can do everything through him who gives me strength." Help me to build a foundation of truth into their life at a young age, so they'll have the tools they need to be strong. I praise you, my strong and almighty God.
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