I know it has been a while since I updated.... So here is what has happened since my last post.
6/15/10, 200pm, we went in for our U/S....... and baby B showed the goods my little exhibitionist.. GIRL. baby A however... was the shy one.. Either not in the right position.. or hands and/or cord covering the "area". At this U/S the NT scan looked good.. This is the measurement behind the Neck. This is a "soft marker" for Downs Syndrome (DS) and Trisomy 18. Depending on the website,or study.. anything lower than 2.5 or 3... is low risk for both DS or Trisomy 18. Both babies measured 1.5, great measurement. At the U/S they also drew blood for the Integrated Screen. Another "soft marker" for Downs and Trisomy. (What is a soft marker? These are non-invasive tests that are done to get a % number for what the chances are of having a child with DS or Trisomy. The only 100% of yes or no is to have an Amino.. which with twins it is a greater chance of Miscarriage for one of both babies... so even if any of the "soft Markers" came back... we would say no to the Amnio) We did however have a "Soft Marker" on the U/S... Baby A has something called an Intercardiac Echogenic Foci.. (IEF) This is a calcium deposit in the Left Ventricle of the heart. Again depending on the study or medical website.. it can affect up to 10% of all pregnancies. But this is a "soft marker" and does raise my risks for DS or Trisomy by 1%.
600pm, Went to the Drs that same day... The PA, never mentioned the IEF, But said everything looks good.
7/13/10, 200pm, Second U/S....... Baby B still Girl!! Baby A... still not showing... The blood work the Integrated screen... NORMAL! The IEF.. still there for baby A (This can take up until the child is 5 years old to disappear.. so the fact that it is still there. No Big Surprise) Both babies are still looking good.. Baby A was 1 lb 9 oz. Baby B is 1 lb 13oz.
Again went to the Drs Same day Dr D. Was the one to do the Check up.. Asked about our scan and the weights, Said everything looked good... and got a look at Baby A... Looks like GIRL!.. So two little girls it is! PINK AND PURPLE.. it is! My Vitals look GREAT! B/P was 104/68, weight gain is under 20lbs, No swelling, and I feel pretty good!
The bad news... Dr D wants to take me out of work at 28wks... That is insane!!! As I sit typing this.. I am 26wks. I can not go out that early. I told him I will continue to work as long as my vitals look good, no swelling, no protein in the urine, and it is safe for me and my babies.. SAFE is the key word. Most Drs consider 36wks full term for twins.... that is less than 10 wks.. So as long as I can work... let me work so I can spend that extra time with my babies!!!!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Monday, May 17, 2010
Pink-Blue- or Purple?
This time tomorrow I will be getting ready to leave for my u/s. I will be about 17 wks. They should be able to see what we will be having. I am feeling them both move... the baby on the left more so than the baby on the right. I know it is how they are laying.. or is it that one is just more hyper... hummmm They both still have strong heart beats.. we listen to them almost every day. It is just a little thing to help keep our minds at ease.
So the question of the day for tomorrow is PINK? BLUE? PURPLE? Stay tuned!
So the question of the day for tomorrow is PINK? BLUE? PURPLE? Stay tuned!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Happy Mothers Day
Happy Mothers Day to All the Mothers... of either Earth Angels or Angel Babies... May you be surrounded by the Love of your Angels.. Earth or Heaven.
The following poem is for the Mothers of Angel Babies... They are mommies even if they don't have their babies to hold. HUGS to all of you...
I thought of you and closed my eyes, And prayed to God today. I asked what makes a Mother, And I know I heard him say: A mother has a baby, This we know is true. But, God, can you be a mother, When your baby's not with you? Yes, you can he replied, With confidence in his voice. I give many women babies, When they leave is not their choice. Some I send for a lifetime, And others for a day. And some I send to feel your womb, But there's no need to stay. I just don't understand this God, I want my baby here. He took a breath and cleared his throat, And then I saw a tear. I wish that I could show you, What your child is doing today, If you could see your child smile, With other children who say: We go to earth and learn our lessons, Of love and life and fear. My mommy loved me oh so much, I got to come straight here. I feel so lucky to have a mom, Who had so much love for me. I learned my lessons very quickly, My mommy set me free. I miss my mommy oh so much, But I visit her each day. When she goes to sleep, On her pillow's where I lay. I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek, And whisper in her ear. "Mommy don't be sad today, I'm your baby and I'm here." So you see my dear sweet one, Your children are Ok. Your babies are here in My home, They'll be at heavens gate for you. So now you see what makes a mother. It's the feeling in your heart. It's the love you had so much of, Right from the very start. Though some on earth may not realize you are a mother, until their time is done. They'll be up here with Me one day, And you'll know that you're the best one. Happy mothers day, because you are a mother and you always will be!
The following poem is for the Mothers of Angel Babies... They are mommies even if they don't have their babies to hold. HUGS to all of you...
I thought of you and closed my eyes, And prayed to God today. I asked what makes a Mother, And I know I heard him say: A mother has a baby, This we know is true. But, God, can you be a mother, When your baby's not with you? Yes, you can he replied, With confidence in his voice. I give many women babies, When they leave is not their choice. Some I send for a lifetime, And others for a day. And some I send to feel your womb, But there's no need to stay. I just don't understand this God, I want my baby here. He took a breath and cleared his throat, And then I saw a tear. I wish that I could show you, What your child is doing today, If you could see your child smile, With other children who say: We go to earth and learn our lessons, Of love and life and fear. My mommy loved me oh so much, I got to come straight here. I feel so lucky to have a mom, Who had so much love for me. I learned my lessons very quickly, My mommy set me free. I miss my mommy oh so much, But I visit her each day. When she goes to sleep, On her pillow's where I lay. I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek, And whisper in her ear. "Mommy don't be sad today, I'm your baby and I'm here." So you see my dear sweet one, Your children are Ok. Your babies are here in My home, They'll be at heavens gate for you. So now you see what makes a mother. It's the feeling in your heart. It's the love you had so much of, Right from the very start. Though some on earth may not realize you are a mother, until their time is done. They'll be up here with Me one day, And you'll know that you're the best one. Happy mothers day, because you are a mother and you always will be!
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
Here is the latest pics of the twins! I am 11 weeks. The farthest I have made it.... They are looking good and measuring up perfectly! Both babies are right on target! As for me, zofran is a wonder drug! I have nausea 24-7, but that is OK, I can still work and do what I have to do. So all is good! I have yet another U/S next Friday. That one is the NT scan and blood work that checks for different birth defects like Downs. I pray everything comes back just fine.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Ultra Sound Pic from 3/11
Well here they are.......Today I am 7 weeks 2 days.... Still in shock... TWO? Less than 8% chance of having twins..... I guess I should not be all too surprised.. Since my luck with percentages haven't been all that great!! 3 miscarriages in less than 11 months... and now twins!!!! And to think when I had my U/S... I only had one nice size follicle.... hehehe, Me thinking... one follicle, one egg, one baby.... NOPE.... One follicle, one egg, TWO babies!!!! What a blessing! or should I say BLESSINGS!!!!
Clomid Twins
Almost everyone has heard of Clomid. It is one of the most commonly prescribed fertility medications and it has a great reputation for increasing a woman’s fertility. In fact, it has such a great reputation for boosting fertility that many women assume that taking Clomid will greatly increase your chances of having twins. While it certainly can increase your odds of having twins, the odds of having twins even when taking Clomid are still somewhat small.
Why does Clomid increase your chances of having twins?
To understand why Clomid increases your chances of having twins, it is helpful to know how Clomid works. Clomid works by blocking estrogen receptors in your brain. Estrogen is one hormone involved in the ovulation process. During the first part of your menstrual cycle, your estrogen levels are low. Ordinarily, eggs begin to mature during this time and when this happens they produce estrogen. Estrogen levels increase as the eggs mature and eventually your estrogen levels reach a point that signals your body to produce another hormone known as LH. A surge in LH is what ultimately triggers ovulation.
Clomid is similar to estrogen in its make-up. The receptor cells in your brain think that Clomid is estrogen which allows the Clomid to attach to the receptor cells. When Clomid attaches to the receptor cells, it keeps your own estrogen from attaching to the cells. This causes your body to think that you are not making enough estrogen. When estrogen levels are low, your body responds by making other hormones that help nurture and mature the follicles that are growing in your ovaries. Why? Because the follicles are what produce estrogen and your body wants your estrogen levels to increase. Your body thinks your follicles are not producing enough estrogen so it starts producing more of the hormones that help the follicles mature so that they will start producing more estrogen.
The reason that Clomid increases your chances of having twins is fairly easy to understand. Your body is producing extra hormones to help your follicles grow and mature, thus increasing your estrogen levels. When this happens, a woman may have so much extra stimulation and nurturing that she produces more than one mature egg. If more than one egg is released during ovulation and both eggs are fertilized, twins will result. In most cases, Clomid twins are fraternal because they are the result of two different eggs.
What are the chances of having twins while taking Clomid?
You have about a 1-3 percent chance of conceiving twins naturally. Clomid does increase your chances of having twins, but not as much as you might think. You have about an 8 percent chance of conceiving twins while taking Clomid. For couples that have faced infertility though, the increased chance of having twins might a huge concern; actually, they might even see it as an added bonus.
Why does Clomid increase your chances of having twins?
To understand why Clomid increases your chances of having twins, it is helpful to know how Clomid works. Clomid works by blocking estrogen receptors in your brain. Estrogen is one hormone involved in the ovulation process. During the first part of your menstrual cycle, your estrogen levels are low. Ordinarily, eggs begin to mature during this time and when this happens they produce estrogen. Estrogen levels increase as the eggs mature and eventually your estrogen levels reach a point that signals your body to produce another hormone known as LH. A surge in LH is what ultimately triggers ovulation.
Clomid is similar to estrogen in its make-up. The receptor cells in your brain think that Clomid is estrogen which allows the Clomid to attach to the receptor cells. When Clomid attaches to the receptor cells, it keeps your own estrogen from attaching to the cells. This causes your body to think that you are not making enough estrogen. When estrogen levels are low, your body responds by making other hormones that help nurture and mature the follicles that are growing in your ovaries. Why? Because the follicles are what produce estrogen and your body wants your estrogen levels to increase. Your body thinks your follicles are not producing enough estrogen so it starts producing more of the hormones that help the follicles mature so that they will start producing more estrogen.
The reason that Clomid increases your chances of having twins is fairly easy to understand. Your body is producing extra hormones to help your follicles grow and mature, thus increasing your estrogen levels. When this happens, a woman may have so much extra stimulation and nurturing that she produces more than one mature egg. If more than one egg is released during ovulation and both eggs are fertilized, twins will result. In most cases, Clomid twins are fraternal because they are the result of two different eggs.
What are the chances of having twins while taking Clomid?
You have about a 1-3 percent chance of conceiving twins naturally. Clomid does increase your chances of having twins, but not as much as you might think. You have about an 8 percent chance of conceiving twins while taking Clomid. For couples that have faced infertility though, the increased chance of having twins might a huge concern; actually, they might even see it as an added bonus.
8 percent chance of conceiving twins... 8 percent?????? YES THAT IS MY U/S picture!!!
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