First, many thanks to everyone who has been helping us with cooking and cleaning, calling and emailing with encouraging words, and stopping by to visit - I can't tell you how grateful we are for your support and love. We feel very blessed to have such caring family and friends.
We had an appointment with our new OB yesterday which was very reassuring. It's looking like the lower placenta is moving upward in my uterus which is a good sign. My doctor said that while he wants me to stay on bedrest for at least the next two weeks, this type of issue usually resolves itself. Both Steve and I were relieved to hear that!
We also learned something new - that 24 weeks is when life can begin outside the womb. According to our doctor, all babies born at 23 weeks die while half of babies born at 24 weeks live. About 90% of babies born at 28 weeks survive without any major disabilities. After our appoinment Steve turned to me and said, "I'm going to bubble-wrap you until you get to at least 28 weeks." I do feel bubble-wrapped on bedrest, and it seems to be working. At 20.5 weeks (21 weeks this Sunday), we have some time to go.
Milestones we're shooting for:
- 24 Weeks - September 23rd
- 28 Weeks - October 21st
- 32 Weeks - November 18th
- 36 Weeks - December 16th
- 38 Weeks - December 30th (considered full term for twin pregnancies...)
The babies are both looking good. During our visit yesterday we had a survey ultrasound to measure the babies. Both of them are exactly on track for their age. They are getting so big! Their arms and legs looked long to us. Our baby book is going to be full of ultrasound pics before the babies are even born!
Baby Girl Pics
Baby Boy Pics
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