Baby's size: Cantaloupe or the length of an ear of corn, 12 inches long weighing about 1.4lbs.
Baby's Development: The babies' skin is gradually becoming less opaque and getting the new pink glow thanks to the small capillaries that have recently formed. The balance controlling inner ear has developed so now the babies can tell if they are right side up or upside down.
Gender: It has been confirmed, (2) girls, Ali & Sadie and (1) boy, Ray.
Weight gain: 44lbs on track to meet my 50-60lb weight gain.
Maternity clothes: Still having difficulty finding them to cover my belly but dear old mom found one that works. I also found that putting my little "too short" dress to work as a long shirt and some capri leggings works really well and is very comfy.
Stretch marks: I have some pink vein kind of looking things on my lower stomach. I am not only lathering with lotion every morning but with baby oil every night. My cousin said oil really helped her and I'm up for anything!
Belly button in or out: Out for sure now. It is progressively looking more un-human by the day. I don't think I have ever seen an outie that looked like mine!
Wedding ring on or off: Half on, I am wearing my wedding band.
Wedding ring on or off: Half on, I am wearing my wedding band.
Sleep: Still no real change here although I find myself needing more naps like when I was first pregnant. Strange how you regress.
Symptoms: Rib pain from sitting in a straight back chair is probably the worst at this point. Standing for more than about 10 minutes at a time causes things to feel very heavy down below. Still have some congestion and heartburn also. Ligament pain is normal for me now, it just makes moving much slower.
Food cravings: Most everything tastes delicious at this point. I have enjoyed ice cream which prior to being pregnant I rarely ate due to lactose issues.
Food cravings: Most everything tastes delicious at this point. I have enjoyed ice cream which prior to being pregnant I rarely ate due to lactose issues.
Food aversions: Nothing specific.
What I miss: Hanging out with my husband. I just don't have the energy to sit at OC for long periods of time and well I don't have the energy to do much of anything which becomes depressing at times. I also miss when people didn't reprimand me for doing things. I know they mean well but I can't sit back and do nothing. I will take a break when I need one.
What I miss: Hanging out with my husband. I just don't have the energy to sit at OC for long periods of time and well I don't have the energy to do much of anything which becomes depressing at times. I also miss when people didn't reprimand me for doing things. I know they mean well but I can't sit back and do nothing. I will take a break when I need one.
Movement: Kyle finally felt the babies kick. He was surprised when he finally felt it and jerked his hand away. It does feel like an alien when you first feel it. Now he is all about it.
Mood: If anything I have been more moody this week, I think I just feel a little left out at times. Maybe it's because I am tired and want to hang out with my friends but my body is sore and exhausted mostly. I did really well to sit in the floor last night and organize diapers.
Best moment this week: Baby shower of course! Saturday was Mom/Ami's shower. It was the Thing 1,2 and 3 theme. Super cute decorations and it was so nice to see old friends and neighbors. They all had such well wishes for me and the babies.
We also tested out the baby seats in my car and yes, they all fit in the back seat. That gives us more time to find a new car.
Oh and I painted the tree on the girl's wall. I think it turned out really cute, now I have to work on Ray's wall and then hang the letters.
Best moment this week: Baby shower of course! Saturday was Mom/Ami's shower. It was the Thing 1,2 and 3 theme. Super cute decorations and it was so nice to see old friends and neighbors. They all had such well wishes for me and the babies.
We also tested out the baby seats in my car and yes, they all fit in the back seat. That gives us more time to find a new car.
Oh and I painted the tree on the girl's wall. I think it turned out really cute, now I have to work on Ray's wall and then hang the letters.
Looking forward to: My fourth and last shower! Hosted by my work friends Steve & Caroline. This will be a BabyQ for couples from work. Should be some delicious food!
The shelf is up in the spare bedroom and diapers are organized but it's already pretty full so I guess larger sizes will shift to the basement for later.
Time to start gathering my items for my hospital bag and baby bag. I've started a list from the triplet mom recommendations. Crazy to think these babies will be here in 11 weeks!
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