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35 Weeks - C'mon Babies!




Babies Are The Size Of: We won't have another growth ultrasound until week 37, but as of right now, we are assuming that they are in the 5+ pound range. 
Maternity Clothes: Shopping is depressing seeing all of the cute new fashion and the fact that it's going to be a while before I'm in it! 
Stretch Marks: Nothing new!
Sleep: Though I'm uncomfortable, I'm definitely sleeping more lately. Must be my body gearing up to bring these girls into the world!
Belly Button: Very much out there! 
Feeling: Exhausted. I feel like it's showing more on my face now too. I'm just so. darn. tired. Working full-time, taking care of a 3 year old, maintaining my house plus growing twins is taking its toll! The doctor's office is surprised that I'm still working! 
Symptoms: Contracting on a more regular basis now. I'm supposed to go in when they start coming 6-8 minutes apart. This rib pain is seriously throwing me up out of my desk chair from time to time! And now I'm having stabbing pains down below (sorry if TMI) that stop me in my tracks. 
Missing Anything? Feeling like a human being. 
Movement: These girlies are always on the move! And big movements! 
Anything Making You Queasy or Sick? Lack of appetite.
Cravings: Unsweetened tea and crunching on ice. 
Wedding Ring: Still in-tact
Big Moments: Got to see Baby A's face in 3D this week thanks to the super sweet ultrasound tech that I have on a regular basis. She wasn't supposed to do it, but Baby A was laying perfectly, so she let me see her and take pics with my phone! It was amazing watching her stick her tongue out and even give us a smile! She's so cute and I think she has very similar features to Rhylan. We can't see Baby B's face, because she is so far down. Her head is in place, which means that she will definitely be born first and that it's really just a matter of time! Also, a BIG THANK YOU to Knapheide for a wonderful baby shower!
Looking Forward To: I'm just going to be honest and say that every day I just look forward to my water breaking, contractions starting, SOMETHING! So ready for these girls to come out and for me to feel like me again. 
Next Appointment: Monday

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