Today I went to the doctor and I am still dilated to 2+ but I am now 80% effaced. He didn't sound too optimistic about me making it to 36 weeks. I guess only time will tell. Also, I went in for my bi-weekly NST (stress test) and the babies heart beats look great as well as their movements.
I am thankful for...
Since it's that time of year, I wanted to list the things I am grateful for.
-our little miracle babies
-6 hours of sleep at night
-afternoon naps
-52 ounce Diet Dr. Pepper with 4 shots of vanilla from Holiday Oil.
-family
-friends
-my testimony and my eternal family
-food on the table
-a home to live in
-days when Eric has a job
-a loving husband
-and last but not least...$32 dollars to fill my SUV!!! YEAH!!!
More like the terrible three's!!!
Ashton turned 3 on October 5th. He wanted a dragon, a real fork lift from Home Depot, etc. We couldn't afford most the items on his birthday wish list so he ended up with a little four wheeler (thanks to some help from both grandparents). He loves it and Tate can go for rides with him so its even better. I thought he was a stinker at 2 years old but it seems that 3 is even worse. He keeps us on our toes! We sure love our little Ashton.
Our new family car...what do you think?
Eric was coming home on Aug. 7th after a play with his family at Desert Star Play house. He had just gone to visit the girls and fill up the car with gas before heading home. He was turning into our neighborhood and he slowed to let 2 cars pass in the opposite direction. The women behind him was obviously not paying attention and crashed right into the back of him. He is doing well and just has a little tingling in his arm and a sore back. We are so glad that he is alright and that our boys and new babies were not in the car!
Ashton's funny comment about daddies car accident
Ashton asked what happened to our car because Eric was trying to explain to him about the car accident. Eric said, "I got in a accident in the car." Ashton said, "oh, you peed in the car?" He thinks an accident is peeing or pooing.
New to blogging
I figured since I am on bedrest and always looking for something to do, I would start our family blog. I think it's supposed to get easier with time but as for now our site is looking pretty bland. Don't let that fool you though because we are a very fun family! :) I think this will be a good way to keep everyone updated on the twins upcoming delivery, the boys and our family.
While I laid in bed, Eric took the boys to the Rodeo all by himself. That is something that I would never attempt. He did meet Beau, Cavin and Sawyer there. Ashton got new cowboy boots the night before so all my boys wore their boots. Eric wore his big "E" belt. Ashton loved the rodeo and can't stop talking about the clown who showed everyone his bum. Tate couldn't sit still so he kept poking the people in front of him and spilling cousin Cavin's popcorn. Maybe next year will be better.
Today is July 26th which means 18 days on bedrest. Some people might think it would be nice to spend a few days in bed but after day one I was already going nuts. I can only get up to eat or use the bathroom. Needless to say, I get up to eat a lot because its one of two reasons to get a break from my bed. So far, the girls are good. I will be 32 weeks on the 29th. My doctor is saying that is a much better place to be then when I went into preterm labor at 29 weeks and spent 4 days in the hospital. I am dilated to a 2+ and 60% effaced but so far the bedrest and Nifedipine have minimized the contractions. The average cm growth of a singleton pregnancy is 35 cm and I am measuring 40 cm and still growing. The babies are extremely wiggly and between the two babies, I am getting kicked and stretched around the clock. I can't wait to see what they look like but hopefully its not for about 3 or 4 more weeks. Stay tuned and hopefully I can keep the blog current enough to keep you updated.
5 comments:
Brittany...I'm so glad you started a blog. I've been wondering how you are doing and since you never call me back:)...now I know. Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy. I can't wait to see the twins. I still can't believe you're having twins. You look good. I don't even want to know what I would look like pregnant with twins.
I'm really excited you're blogging now. It's been a lot of fun for us. And I've learned more about our extended family through blogs than from phone calls.
I'm so happy you've made it to 32 weeks. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help. We'll plan on helping with the boys next Thursday. We love you guys!
Brit, I'm so glad to see you are blogging. That is so awesome you are expecting twin girls. I love having a little girl and can't even imagine the work 2 would be... ohh, but so much fun. Take care and I can't wait to hear the good news when they are born. Oh and we just found out that we are moving to Utah so we will have to see them and your fam when you are up to it.... Tiffany
Brit,
Cute Blog spot! Keep those babies in!! I know it is apain being on bed rest but HOLY MOLY it is going to be insane when they come out!!
Whoah, I had no idea you were on bed rest! I'm sorry Brittany, that is the pits! Good luck with the kiddos, your boys are too cute, I'm sure the girls will be adorable too. We can't wait to see them in person at Christmas.
It was fun to find your blog, you can check us out at mandynmichael.blogspot.com.
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