Haute Mom to Twin boys!: February 2006

PUPPPS & 31 weeks

I can handle pain. I think that has been proven by the loads of tests, treatments, needle-poking etc that I've undergone pre-IVF, IVF and post-IVF and now in my pregnancy.....

I CAN NOT however, handle the itchies....

I am a veritable piece of work to see right now, itching in places I didn't even know I had places..

PUPPPS.....this pregnancy only itchy rash from Hell....has to be the topper of all toppers.

So I have a huge bump, no problem...
So it makes my back hurt and ache...
So I have to sit every 2-3 minutes due to pain in my legs...
and uncomfortable sleepless nights, all a piece of cake
But give me an itch that I can't scratch and I'm headed for the psych ward...

This has got to stop!

OK, edited to add the 31 week bit of info:
How about just a pic to summarize this week? OK Good by me.

That's me, looking down at my calamine lotion covered belly. Nuff said.

4 appointments in 3 days

WOW, I had a whirlwind of activity Wed, Thurs & Fri.

Wed. Had my level II u/s & got to see my boys again! Baby A is measuring 3 lbs. 10oz. and Baby B is measuring 3 lbs. 7oz. Big Boys already! Everything else is normal and progressing well.

After the U/S I had an appt. w/my OB. Got a bit of a tongue lashing on the strictness of the diet I need to follow "or else." The risks are too great, and not just for me, for the babies. I've been following a great diet since Monday and I know I can continue to do so. I'll see him again March 7th.

Thursday I saw the Endocrinologist (Diabetes). She did some bloodwork, exam and referred me to a Dietitian. Bloodwork came back borderline anemic *still* just slightly better than the Feb 2005 testing. Even though I'm on One Slow Fe iron pill per day I plan on doubling it starting today. I'll see her back March 23rd. Wasn't too happy to see this doc since she's not on my Insurance plan. Out of pocket for this visit was $845.00.............and more visits planned! I wanted to use this for the babies but I suppose its better than having medical complications whose costs probably are immeasurable. I did get my glucose meter & script for more meter reading stix. Glad I didn't have to "pay" for it, although I know I did in a sense.

Saw the Dietitian on Friday. Another out of pocket expense of $225.00. Got my diet information & instructions on testing my glucose levels~~1st thing in the morning, then 1 hour post-prandial, i.e. 1 hour after my meals. Levels should be 120mg/dl after meals....so far I think I need to adjust my meals since my levels have still been in the 130's. Also, testing my ketone levels with FMU using Ketostix. This is useful for the dietitian for some reason or another I just can't remember... I see the dietitian again March 10th...

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Updated my video clips & pics from the ultrasound. The first two clips are adorable, Both babies practicing their breathing and one is shown rubbing his eyes....

Itchiness around the stretch marks area was unbearable last night. I scratched at will b/c it felt sooooo goooood. I did get up twice to put the anti-itch cream on, and it helped some....but the itchiness returned and so did my urge to ease it...

Ordered some of the Nursery decor, still have lots I want!

Plans are to sell the Trooper tomorrow (*yes still haven't done that) & using that money to pay off my convertible. I want to sell it, Hubby says no....What's a convertible going to do for me & the babies??? Pimping the ride just won't be the same anymore...I hope to convince him, maybe offer a trade in for another Benz, just an E class or something more useful....

Off to test for this mornings glucose reading, Fun Fun!

30 weeks! Eeks!

Reached the 30 week mark. Seems like forever til 37 weeks...seriously.

Developed gestational diabetes. Yup, yuors truly has it. Not only that, but really really been tired since Sunday. Wah, I can I wanna cry....

30 weeks:
Did you know your baby is nearly three pounds now?
His head is getting larger to accommodate a period of rapid brain growth. Don't forget to continue to "teach" your baby in the womb by exposing to music, literature, and simply talking to him.
A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds him. As he grows and fills your uterus, the amount of amniotic fluid will decrease. Funny, you certainly won't feel any lighter!
She spends more and more time practicing opening and closing eyelids. Her eyes can move from side to side, following a light source. She may even reach out to touch the light.
Early lanugo is beginning to disappear that served to protect your baby's skin from the water in the womb. Your little one's own hair may begin to appear.
Toenails are entering their final growth stage.
Bone marrow is now in charge of red blood cell production. These red blood cells will continue to service your child's body by transporting oxygen and removing the wastes (carbon monoxide and other gases).
Your baby has the capability now to produce tears -- yes, within the womb.
By the end of this week, your baby is now 15.7 inches (39.9cm) long and weighs 2.91 pounds (1319gm). {pregnancy.org}

Moi: Yeah I know, look like crap huh? You can really see my "MASK OF PREGNANCY" It looks quiet red in this pic.

Some pics of the nursery:

Daddy to be has been working hard in there. So has Mom and Sis. Both have unpacked all the gifts and put them away. I still have to wash them...still have lots to do in there BEFORE the boys arrive....

Freshly showered

Feb 18, 2006~~ we're fresh from our shower...er ummm. exhaustd, pooped, spent & tired is more like it. We had a wonderful time. We got to see many family that we hadn't seen in years! We received loads of gifts that will forever touch our hearts and those of our two little boys...

A shower pic fest!