8 Weeks and 2 Days

Our babies are growing fast!  Even though I am 8 weeks and 2 days, Baby A is measuring at 8 weeks and 5 days and Baby B is measuring at 8 weeks and 4 days!  We have some healthy growing babies!  I was so relieved to hear both their heartbeats again this morning.  Baby A kind of hid Baby B so it was hard to get a really clear picture of B, but they're both growing correctly and have strong heartbeats (both are about 175 BMP).

Before the appointment started.

Seth caught my reaction to seeing them again.

The ultrasound pictures from today.

What we left our doctor's appointment with today!

We "graduated" from the IVF clinic and I set-up an appointment with a regular OBGYN for August 18th.  I am super bummed we won't have Nodler and the rest of the staff for the whole pregnancy, but they said once they're born to bring them by.

8 Weeks

We made it to 8 weeks!  I'm finally feeling better than I have been, but literally just threw-up.  At least it's more infrequent than last week!  I've also been able to enjoy the Rasmussen Family Reunion in Colorado.  I have taken things easier and still gotten in my naps, but we are having a lot of fun.  On this trip I've noticed my baby (ies) bump is starting to show!   

The babies are the size of wild strawberries and are starting to move around.  I don't feel them yet though.  

We are excited to see them again on Thursday morning!  

My Quote

Even with the new meds I am on, I still do not feel well at all.  This newest one makes me super sleepy and gives me a headache so I tried to stretch out the doses and ended up throwing up again.  I was in a pretty bummer mood last night so I told Seth,

"I had a hell of a time getting pregnant and now a hellish time being pregnant!"

He laughed and said I should write that on my blog because it is funny.  I can't catch a break.

It's hard to complain when you wanted something for so long, but it's been a very rough week.  Today I am finally feeling somewhat okay.  Like I may be able to get the laundry done and possibly even walk on the treadmill.  The walk on the treadmill is high hopes as I have only done 20,717 steps in the past 7 days.  I usually do over 10,000 steps a day which tells you how little I have been able to move.

We are supposed to go to a family reunion in Colorado in a couple days and I am very nervous to travel with the way I feel.  Hopefully today's current okay state stays and we can have a good time.

*Of course all this pain and discomfort will be worth it once we have our babies, but it's definitely been and will be quite the long road to get them here.

7 Weeks

Today I'm 7 weeks pregnant!  The babies are each the size of a raspberry.  Starting about 4 days ago I got even worse nausea and acid reflux.  It was a pretty miserable weekend spent throwing up.  The last time I threw up was about 4 years ago when we lived in Dallas.  I forgot how terrible throwing up can be.  Thankfully I finally got put on Promethazine which has made me a little more comfortable.  The good news of being sick is that they're growing!

7-14-16

I am posting this on our 7th Anniversary (July 18, 2016).  I've actually always wanted to do an announcement for our anniversary, and now I finally get to!

We are having twins!  

Our babies!

Seeing both babies for the first time since Transfer Day!

Several of the pictures that were taken.

Thursday 6 Weeks and 2 Days

Today was amazing!  This morning we heard each baby's heartbeat.  As soon as I sat down and the doctor started the ultrasound he immediately said something about there being two sacs.  I was so relieved to hear both babies were still there.  It made this extra nausea and crumminess I've been feeling worth it.  He measured both babies and it looks like Baby B is slightly bigger than Baby A.  It will be fun to see how they grow over the next several months.  While he was measuring each baby, it looked like you could see a little flicker on the screen.  Normally you wouldn't see or hear a heartbeat this early, but our doctor decided to try and get it for us.  Seth was able to record that precious sound for both Baby A and Baby B!  They have nice strong heartbeats.  The doctor said this is a good sign and can lower our chances for a miscarriage.  Our little babies wanted to make sure we knew they were there.  It was surreal hearing both their heartbeats.  I literally have 3 hearts in me right now.  It's crazy.

Seth took a video of the ultrasound.  It's too long to post, but it is neat to re-watch.  He actually watched it while I drove him back to work.  Since my iPhone is connected to the car, it came over the speakers and I could hear all my questions/comments (This doesn't hurt the babies right?  What's that?  This makes being sick worth it.  etc.) which were funny to hear.

The pregnancy nausea and heartburn are on another level.  It makes me grateful I don't have to work full-time right now.  I couldn't imagine trying to teach this school year while feeling the way I do.  Tutoring and volunteering are much better for my current situation!  

6 Weeks

I am 6 weeks pregnant today!  On both apps it said full blown pregnancy symptoms are probably occurring.  That is oh so very true.  Starting yesterday (Monday) my nausea, heart burn, and exhaustion got really bad.  I didn't really leave the couch.  My appetite is minimal too, but I make sure to eat.  It's just hard to find anything that sounds appetizing.  Overall I am feeling pretty crummy.  I talked to my doctor to get Diclegis today!  I am hoping it helps me feel and sleep a lot better tonight.  There are only 4 pills because I'm working on getting a pre-authorization, but couldn't wait another day for that to go through.  Being pregnant is worth it.  I've waited a long time to feel this way!  

The babies are the size of sweat peas or blueberries.  

Fit Pregnancy

My goal is to stay healthy and fit during this pregnancy.  Not only is it a huge stress reliever for me, but my doctor says it can help pregnancy and labor go smoother.  I wouldn't recommend attending your first Spin class while pregnant since it is pretty intense aerobic exercise and can be draining enough on non-pregnant body, but if you're not pregnant do one!  I've been doing Spin and Pilates way before pregnancy so my doctor okay-ed it and I'm so glad I can continue the classes.

I usually do my classes on Class Pass, but tonight I went to Revolution with a friend.  Working out is always more fun and less intimidating with a buddy!  The class was at 6:45 PM and my bedtime recently has been between 8 and 9.  I thought I would be pretty tired for it since I usually attend morning classes.  It wasn't too bad though!  I got a little lost getting there, but I made it and left drenched in sweat!    

1 more week until the ultrasound that shows how much and well the babies are growing!  I am so excited to see them again (the first time was on transfer day).

5 Weeks

Today I am 5 weeks pregnant!  I have two pregnancy apps.  One says that they're the size of orange seeds while the other says peppercorn.  Orange seeds are cuter so we will go with that!  My main symptoms are nausea and extreme exhaustion.  Like really tired!  Naps are a common occurrence now.  I also already feel ready for stretchy pants.  The medicine caused some weight gain (somewhere between 7-10 pounds) so I'm looking kinda pregnant too!
 

Prego

I have a hard time hiding good news!  Especially when it's as amazing as this!  I wrote the two previous posts earlier this week, but finally got to share them tonight.  I've wanted to shout from the rooftops about our sweet babies since Tuesday!  

We are up in Dallas this weekend for some time with Seth's family and an engagement celebration for one of Seth's really good friends.  On our way to Megan's house, we passed the restaurant I've always wanted to take an announcement picture at when we finally got pregnant (that was almost 5 years ago).  Today I saw it again, so Seth said we could stop there on our way back to the hotel.  So here's my surprise announcement pictures with pool hair and a swim cover!  The valet guy gave me his vest which really added to the look! ;) 

After 7 years, they're finally letting me in the doors!