31 weeks -- and the babies are still doing well!

[IdaBriggs]

Got to spend the day doing doctor stuff today -- first an ultrasound, then a standard "how are things going" exam.

My son is now 3 pounds, 4 ounces, and his sister is 3 pounds 4-1/2 ounces!!! Their heartbeats were 160 and 162 respectively, and they both look like they are doing GREAT!

The best part came when the ultrasound tech did a "3D" picture, and MY DAUGHTER STARTED SMILING!!!

Seriously, she moved her hand out of the way, and SMILED for the ultrasound picture! It also looks like she's got hair already (but he looks like he's bald as a cue ball right now)! IT WAS AMAZING!!!

He didn't pose pretty this time, and frankly, his picture kind of looks like a lemur, but since he did a good picture last month, I'm not too worried.

The doctor's appointment ran long, but everything seems to be going well. My blood pressure is going to be monitored a little closer, and I officially need to quit "pushing" myself (because I've been scrambling to get twenty billion things done in preparation for their arrival, plus we're trying to get my mother's rental properties under control, AND learn everything there is to know about child birth, and did I mention I AM NOT READY YET?), but honestly, everyone is very pleased. I've still got the Hyperemisis Pump (for the "super can't stop puking" problem), but if that is the worst thing that happens, I've got some serious blessings to count.

I'm feeling pretty good, folks. My babies are doing well, and we've only got six to eight weeks to go.....

Did I mention my daughter was SMILING on her ultrasound picture? She's already obviously BRILLIANT! And he is just amazing, too!

:) :) :)

[bigwillq]

1. OMG! Twins!

:bounce:

I'm a twin-- boy and girl!

We were born at 32 weeks. I was 2 pounds 10 ounces and then dropped to 2-2. My sis was a little over 3 pounds.

That is so cool.

All the best to you!

:hi: :hug:

[Beaverhausen]

2. Glad things are going well

so, ultrasounds are really detailed these days, huh?

[MichiganVote]

3. Congratulations!

[Katherine Brengle]

4. OMG so exciting!!!

Pack your bags early just in case, you never know with multiples :D.

Congratulations!

[auntAgonist]

5. This is a truly wonderful post Ida!

I'm just thrilled for you and your family. I've been wondering you are doing. I'd love to see the ultrasound photos!!

:hug:
take care of you!!

aA

[LisaM]

6. That's great! 15 more and you can catch up to the Duggar lady

At two babies a pop, you can catch up in about 8 years.

[ElsewheresDaughter]

7. omg how WONDERFUL for you twins...my daughter is 33 weeks with twins too...

and in the hospital now trying to keep them inside cooking for another 2 weeks then she and my grandsons will be good to go. she may have to stay in hospital for the duration...she is already dilated 1 centimeter and been having contractions for 3 days\.

IT IS AMAZING and i am so happy for your blessing....i know how you must be feeling :D

haha your daughter is gonna be able to take care of herself when it comes to her brother...she is the bigger one...

sending love and good energy your way ida

Blessed be all expecting mothers.

i'll be watching for your posts and please keep me informed eh?

[elfrangel]

10. On a side note...

I LOVE that drawing...did you do it?

[likesmountains 52]

8. 32 weeks is a major turning point..breath a little sigh of relief...you've got

it made Ida..congratulations!

[Gormy Cuss]

9. And look -- you have two DU hearts, one for each baby.

:-)

[elfrangel]

11. Congrats!!!!

Sounds like you are well on your way.

Good vibes your way so that everything continues to progress nicely. :hug:

[BlueIris]

12. Aw. Continued best of luck, IdaBriggs.

Have you picked out any names yet?

[greatauntoftriplets]

13. That's wonderful news, Ida....

I am sorry that you have been so sick through your pregnancy. Do take things easy. It makes all the difference.

[lildreamer316]

14. YAY!!!

Was wondering about you!!
SO glad to hear this!!
I can't wait.....:bounce: