How far along: Week 25-26!
What are the Twins up to?:
Week 25: Baby Fat
Head to heels, the babies now measure about 13 1/2
inches. Their weight — 1 1/2 pounds — isn't much more than an average
rutabaga, but she's beginning to exchange their long, lean look for
some baby fat. As they do, their wrinkled skin will begin to smooth out and
she'll start to look more and more like a newborn. They are also growing more
hair — and if you could see it, you'd now be able to discern its color and
texture.
Week 26: I Hear You!
The network of nerves in the babies ears is better
developed and more sensitive than before. They may now be able to hear both
your voice and your partner's as you chat with each other. They’re inhaling and
exhaling small amounts of amniotic fluid, which is essential for the
development of their lungs. These so-called breathing movements are also good
practice for when they are born and takes that first gulp of air. And they’re continuing
to put on baby fat. They now weigh about 1 2/3 pounds and measures 14 inches (about the size of
a scallion) from head to heel.
Maternity clothes: YES! I have gotten
a few really cute maternity tops from Target and some dresses from Old Navy. I
hope to not have to buy many more items. We have about 2 ½ months left and I don’t
want to spend any more money!
Sleep: Sleep comes and
goes! There are nights when I sleep like a baby and other nights when I toss
and turn all night. I think it depends on how anxious I am feeling. When I
start to think about all the new responsibilities that are on their way… I have
a hard time getting the shut eye I SO need!
Best moment of this
week: Ordering the Twins crib skirts. I have not done much of anything
for the nursery and so this was a big step. I know what I want their room to
look like and have a clear vision, so it feels good to have found the crib
skirt that fits all my needs. I knew from the beginning I did NOT want to buy a
crib bedding set. So many of them have “Characters” on them and are not my
style. Plus, due to safety risks I am not going to do bumpers. I have heard too
many horror stories! So, when I found a lady on Etsy that makes crib skirts I
was so excited. I can’t wait until they arrive later this month!
Miss anything: These past few
weeks I have missed my sense of “calm”. I feel that there is so much to do and
so little time. I seem to always be worried. Sometimes about the responsibilities…
but usually about the babies. Now that they are moving, I worry when I go
awhile without feeling them. My mom has told me that the worrying will never
end and it shows I care. I look forward to relaxing… even though it wont be for
quite some time!
Movement: Yup! There are
days when they are very active and then there are days when they super relaxed.
Both Joe and my little sister have felt them when touching my tummy. Joe LOVES
it and it is so funny when he will try and feel them and they stop moving. It’s
almost like they are saying “Haha Dad, we got you!”
Food cravings: This week I have
returned to my true love of Mexican food. I want chips and salsa all of the
time! It has always been my favorite, so I don’t know if I should call it a
craving!
Anything making you
queasy or sick: I has some good days this week. I woke up and didn’t feel
nauseous at all. It was such a nice
change of pace. But, then there are the days that I still get sick… which I am
not an expert at!
Have you started to
show yet: Hello Babies! They are defiantly out for the world to see. The
bump is in full swing!
Gender: One of each! Boy
and Girl!
Labor signs: Still too early…
hold off for 10 more weeks!
Belly button in or
out: In still! Thank goodness…
Happy or moody most
of the time: I feel pretty good most days. It has been hard to work and be
on my feet all day at times, so I do see myself get grumpy around 3 each
afternoon. But, once I get home and relax… I feel much better!
Looking forward to: Our trip to California
this weekend! Big changes are coming once the babies are born and I am excited
to begin the process!
Fun Twin Fact #6: Polar bears most commonly
give birth to twins and on rare occasions triplets.
