17 + 18 Weeks | Twins Bumpdate

17 + 18 Weeks | Twins Bumpdate

Monday, May 28, 2018

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Twins Bumpdate: 17 + 18 weeks

How far along?
17/18 weeks!  

Babies are the size of?

Sweet Potatoes (about 5.5in each; 5oz)

Total weight gain/loss?

5lbs

Are you showing?

Yes! Much sooner than I ever did with my other two, but I love it.

Cravings?

Breakfast burritos with homemade tortillas and I finally gave in and made some...and then ate entirely too many.  Sadly, I still can't drink hot coffee.  It leaves a horrible taste in my mouth.

Sleeping?

It's hit or miss. Some nights are good, some not so great.

Symptoms?

I'm feeling better lately.  I still get tired and I've short of breath in the mornings, but have managed to get out and about with my girls.

Genders?

The ultrasound tech confirmed the genders and I can't wait to tell our family and friends.  Especially my husband since he wants to be surprised.

Movement?

I'm starting to feel kicks, but they are still not strong enough to feel from the outside.  It's weird because they are coming from all over the place and I don't know which one is kicking and moving. 

Mood this week?

It's been a good few weeks.  We've stayed busy and still managed to get some rest.  We have big things that are happening over the next month and I'm anxious/excited to see where that goes.

Best moment this week?

Getting a much needed break from my girls.  Sometimes I just need one and that's ok.  I went to brunch with friends and afterward still had a couple of hours to kill, so I walked along the water and enjoyed the beautiful weather.  I also took the girls to a local place called Growing Up and they played and made a craft.  It was a lot of fun!

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18 weeks | Baby Funk 2

18 weeks | Baby Funk 2

Friday, July 10, 2015

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Dress: Pink Blush Maternity

• How far along?: 18 weeks
• Baby is the size of a: Can of Cola (6.29 in, 5.5 oz) (according to WTE Pregnancy)
• Total weight gain/loss:  -2 lbs
• Stretch Marks? Nope.
• The Bump: It's made it's appearance and is only getting bigger!
• Symptoms:  Pregnancy headaches have gone away.  I get a little heartburn every now and then, but so far baby is being good to me. 
• Food Cravings: Nothing this week.
• Anything Making Me Queasy or Sick: I still can't eat much BBQ.  I can't stand the smell.  And apples are the biggest culprit to my heartburn.
• Sleep: I'm going to bed really early and sleeping pretty well.  Still taking an afternoon nap with Emma as much as I can.
• What I miss: Sleeping through the night without having to get up.
• Weddings Rings On or Off: On.
• Any Names Picked Out Yet: No and I don't even know where to begin.  Michael and I are so opposite on these things.  We didn't have a name for Emma until a few weeks before she was here....AND she was a week late.  Ha!
• Gender: Still keeping it a SURPRISE!  Michael found out and of course, couldn't keep it a secret and told me.  It's so funny to hear what my family thinks and others guess.
• Movement: Baby has definitely started kicking right before I go to bed.  They aren't hard kicks and only 3 or 4 just to let me know it's in there.
• Maternity Clothes: My sweet husband bought me some maternity clothes from Pink Blush Maternity and I love them!  They are so comfortable.  I also bought a belly band from Target to keep my pre-pregnancy shorts up!
• Labor Signs: No!
• Best Moment of the Week:  Getting to see our little babe again at our doctor's appointment.  We had our anatomy scan and baby looks good and healthy.
• Side Note:  We found out at our appointment that my cervix was showing where it should be at 26 weeks.  Kind of a scare!  Prayers are welcomed!  We go back next week to make sure we aren't at risk for pre-term labor.
• Feeling:  Relaxed.  Just taking it easy while still trying to keep up with Emma. 
• What I'm excited about/looking forward to:  I'm looking forward to another ultrasound next week.  I love getting to see our little baby on the screen.  Also looking forward to Michael's childhood buddies coming down to visit for the 4th and going out (kid-free) for my birthday.

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