16 Week Update

How far along: 16 weeks!

What are the Twins up to?: Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your babies will double in weight and add inches to their length. Right now, they are about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. Their legs are much more developed, their head is more erect than it has been, and their eyes have moved closer to the front of their head. The twin’s ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of their scalp has begun, though their locks aren't recognizable yet. They have even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, their heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop.

 

 Maternity clothes: I bought my first maternity dress this week. I thought I could get by without one, but I soon realized I was wrong. I wore my new dress to “Meet the Teacher Night” at school. I thought the dress made me look SO pregnant.

 

Sleep: I am still not sleeping great. I turn so many times during the night the Joe keeps asking “Are you OK?” I feel bad that I am keeping him up, but I just cannot get comfortable. I know it is only going to get worse. I may talk with my Dr. at my next visit to see if there is anything I can take to help me out in this area.

Best moment of this week: Find out the gender of our little ones! It was amazing how clear it was and how I could even tell the gender before the tech announced the news! Only a week or so until we can share!!

Miss anything: This week I am missing sleeping on my stomach. I am such a tummy sleeper and have missed it!!! I cannot wait until I can return to this position! 

Movement: Still no… I wish it would start! I have done a lot of reading and many women don’t feel movement until 20 weeks or so. This brings me some sense of peace since I am a worrier. I will just need to continue to wait patiently. 

Food cravings: This week I was in the mood for bread a lot (the worse thing for you)! I wanted rolls and garlic bread nonstop… I had to refrain at times! I am still not really into eating meat. I am trying my best since I know my little ones need their protein. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: I am still not over the morning sickness. My trigger is bad smells. I can smell anything even when I am two rooms away! If the trash needs to be dumped I know it as soon as I wake up… morning sickness soon follows! Zofran is still my friend!

Have you started to show yet: I have noticed a pop this week! I can see a little bump and certain clothes really extenuate it. 

Gender: YES!! Can’t wait to share!

Labor signs: Nope… not yet! Thank goodness.

Belly button in or out: In still! It’s early 
 

Happy or moody most of the time: I am feeling good this week. I have had a few teary moments… certain songs or things on TV make me cry… but in all I am doing great! There are so many things to be grateful for!

Looking forward to: Our Gender Reveal Party!!!

Fun Twin Fact #2: 22 % percent of twins are left handed, compared to 10% in singletons.