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24 Weeks....a little late posting!



Babies Are The Size Of: Approx 1 1/3 lb each and about a foot long
Maternity Clothes: It's getting hot! That's all I'm going to say about that! 
Stretch Marks: None
Sleep: Lots of tossing and turning and extra bathroom breaks
Belly Button: On the verge of popping!
Feeling: Overall I'm doing well. I've had couple fainting spells in the last week and a little bit of soreness in the ribs and groin area. 
Symptoms: Getting tired frequently
Missing Anything?This week, my brother's Marine graduation. I'm extremely disappointed that I had to miss it. 
Movement: These girls move all of the time! Sometimes I think they are having somersault contests in there! Makes me happy! Now others are able to feel and see them move as well!
Anything Making You Queasy or Sick? Lavender
Cravings: Corn dogs, fresh fruit and veggies
Wedding Ring: Still in-tact
Big Moments: After having two bad fainting spells, I was brought in to the hospital for testing. All of my blood work came back normal and I met with a cardiologist. They think it has to do with low blood pressure and everything going to my babies. My head and my heart are having a difficult time working together, which causes me to faint. Follow up appointment, heart monitoring and an ultrasound of the heart will take place in the coming week. Really needing prayers that everything comes back okay. 
Looking Forward To: Finishing the nursery paint! 
Next Appointment: June 16th

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