Well, it only took me 3 months...

Whew!  Does anyone know where the last three months have gone??!!  Our beautiful twins arrived on November 18, and life has been a whirlwind ever since!  I knew we'd be busy, but seriously?!  Claire and Griffin have filled our lives with so much love and joy.  What did we ever do without them?  They are growing so quickly and are really starting to turn into little people.  The smiles happen frequently and they are both starting to "talk" and giggle.  I can't think of anything better than seeing their dreamy faces everyday.  I go back to work next week, so we will have a new routine to establish.  Anyway, I will post some pictures from the past several weeks and vow to try to update the blog more frequently.  XOXO

You're still pregnant?

Ah, yes... those words were spoken to me today as my OB walked in for my check-up. It makes you giggle just a little to know that I had more contractions when I was on the medicine than I have since I've been off... oh goodness. Anyway, no significant change in my cervix, so I set up another appointment for next week. Could I be that person that carries twins to term??!! Only time will tell... Thanks for all the sweet thoughts and prayers! XOXO

5 pounders, get your 5 pounders!

Hooray! We had an ultrasound growth check on the babies today and were so happy to hear that they are both measuring a hefty 5 lbs. 13 ozs. They are right on track! I am starting to dilate more and will be able to stop taking the medicine to slow the contractions on Monday, as we will be 36 weeks then. So... here's thinking that maybe by the end of next week, we will be able to love on these babies in person! I really appreciate all the continued prayers and well-wishes. These babies will never know how much they are loved...

Excited anticipation...

Thanks be to God for the blessings of this pregnancy! We are almost through our 34th week, which was the last big milestone to reach in the overall health of the twins. While we are both a little sad to know that this journey is about to end, we know that an even better one awaits us. We are so very excited to meet these sweet little ones... Thanks for all the continued prayers! XOXO

Another week of incubation... complete!

Today I am VERY thankful that we've had a successful week of extra "incubation" for the babies. The medicine really seems to help control the frequency of my contractions. I had a check-up with my OB (I go back every week now) and she seems pleased with how we're doing. Nothing new to report, except that we're still chuggin' along, hoping to make it to at least 36 weeks! The babies are still incredibly active, which I really enjoy. Each day I just get more and more excited about their arrival. Mom says its like knowing that we are going to win the lottery in just a few weeks... we can't wait! So thanks for all of the continued prayers... they are certainly working. God is taking such good care of us... XOXO

32 weeks of thankfulness...

So sorry for the terrible delay in my updates. I should have plenty of time to share now that I will be home more. We had a little excitement this week that resulted in an overnight stay at the hospital... apparently, the contractions that I've been having were more than just Braxton-Hicks, so we are now on some medication to slow the frequency. I am also now "taking it easy" at home. Please keep those prayers coming that we can make it to the 35-36 week mark to ensure healthy, strong babies (without a NICU stay)!! We are thankful that God continues to bless us with amazing medical care and solutions. Below are some pictures from our ultrasound on Wednesday. Both babies are doing well... I think they were thinking they were at a slumber party or something at the hospital because they certainly were BUSY! Griffin (the top photo) weighed in at 4 lbs. 7 oz. and Claire (bottom photo) is not far behind at 4 lbs. 5 ozs. Griff has his face pushed into the placenta, so this is the best picture we could get. Poor babies; they are running out of room! :) So, we are getting ready, as it seems these babies may make a grand entrance a little sooner than expected... we are rejoicing in each day as we know that we are one day closer to healthier babies!

30 weeks??!!

Seriously? We are already here at the end of the 30 week mark? I can't believe how quickly time has passed, but I must say I am pretty excited that we get to meet these little ones soon. All is well... passed my glucose tolerance test and I'm feeling great... a little tired, but wonderful all the same. We have been blessed by our friends and family during our three showers over the past few weeks. I have posted a "best of" collection of pictures. Thanks so much for everyone's love and generous support... we are so grateful. We go back for a repeat ultrasound on Oct. 16th, so I will post more pictures then. Enjoy this beautiful fall weather!