32 Weeks & Counting

Well we have made it past one hurdle...we made it to 32 weeks! Still have at least 3-4 weeks to go but after the weekend we had 2 weeks ago, we are very happy to be at 32 weeks!!! Tyson's surgeon said that he even though he would rather not, he could do his surgery between 32-34 weeks just not any earlier---although we're aiming to make it to 35-36 weeks!

So what does 32 weeks look like for the babies? Here's what they look like and what my e-mails say along with my responses in the middle:

By the end of the 32nd week, each baby will weigh approximately four pounds. According to our dr's they were almost 4 lbs 2 weeks ago and both are head down. Actually, twins are tracking along the same rate as singletons at this point of the pregnancy. You should be familiar with their patterns of movement, although it is not as strong. Definitely have their patterns or routines of movement down, but they are still strong! These boys are not taking it easy! It is difficult to determine which baby is which. Both of these boys are in seperate sacs and have been from the beginning and won't change positions--Lincoln is on my left and Tyson is on my right. Some moms can feel when their babies have the hiccups. This is very normal and should not be a concern. Poor guys have them almost every day :( The babies are putting on alot of fat now, which is necessary after birth to regulate temperature. During this month, the head will be more in proportion to the body. With the exception of the lungs, all organs and systems are operational. That's why these guys are staying in until at least 35/36 weeks!! At this point, fatigue is very pronounced. Listen to your body and rest when you can. Holy Cow has it ever! I'm way more tired than I have been in a very long time!! Even if you can not actually sleep, try to prop your feet up and allow your body to rest. Breathlessness may also be worse now. Yes it is, getting off the couch or bed takes so much out of me not to mention walking up or down the stairs! Your uterus is taking up an incredible amount of room in your diaphragm. Sitting up straight may help some with this problem. Backache is becoming worse also. It's not as bad as I thought it would be but it doesn't feel very good!! Pay attention to any new or unusual aching in your back-it could be a sign of preterm labor. Been there, done that...the contraction medicine helps relax everything so we're good! A nice, warm bath can help soothe the discomfort of a backache. Do not sit in a jacuzzi or use hot water, though. If you spend alot of time standing up or sitting down, hemorrhoids are likely to be a problem. To avoid constipation that could make the hemorrhoids worse, continue to eat a balanced diet and drink plenty of water. Cold packs and sitz baths may offer some relief. I'm good on the last issue! Hopefully being on bed rest won't cause any problems like that...I really don't need nor want to have that problem! Pregnancy sure does have a toll on the female body but it's all worth it in the end :o)

Now here's what I look like at 32 weeks!! I'll warn ya, it's a big belly!!!

32 Week's

And here's a timeline of the past couple months! I can not believe how my belly has grown! Can't wait to fit into regular clothes!!!

28 Week's

24 Week's

20 Week's

16 Week's