I am so thankful to have reached this milestone. I am now free to deliver the babies in Powell River if I should go into labour before the 30th. This is a huge relief. I can't believe that these
little ones will be here in 2 short weeks. I have felt a tremendous peace this entire pregnancy but I can honestly say that as the time starts to quicken, my fears and worries have surfaced. How exactly am I going to do this??? I then remind myself that I will take things one day at a time and there will be challenging days and there will be wonderful days. I suppose it is pretty much like anything in life. You do what you have to do.
I feel very pregnant. I am starting to swell and retain fluid and I have that constant tired look no matter how much I sleep, although these days that isn't much. It isn't easy to find a comfortable position and my bladder needs release roughly 6 times a night. All in all though, I am doing great. At my last Dr.'s appointment my weight gain was about 56 pounds. I imagine I'm closer to 60 now. At 35 weeks my uterus was measuring 44 weeks.
Yesterday Auntie Misty and the kids made me a "36 week pancake breakfast." It was fun to celebrate the milestone. Bassinets, stroller and car seats are set up and ready to go. Clothes are washed and hanging. Diapers are bought and I think we're as ready as we're going to be.
The bigs and the littles.
You look like a celebrity going under cover in the photo of you walking in the sun with your sunglasses on!! Very glamorous and relaxed :o) Women everywhere wish they could carry a fourth pregnancy with twins with as much grace as you have. Happy 36 weeks sister-in-law!!!
ReplyDeleteSo amazing to know that there are 2 babies in there! I can't believe you don't have a single stretch mark, must be some good genes you've got! Congrats on making it to the 36 week mark, that's awesome.
ReplyDeleteI know how you'll do it - just like Misty said, with grace. From the very beginning of this twin adventure, I've marvelled at how God has prepared your heart for this. Hard days, yes there will be, but your perspective on life and facing each day (or hour or moment) as it comes is a true testament to the caring, gracious woman and INCREDIBLE MOM that you are. I so wish I could be there to help out in whatever way I could. Praying for good sleeps, my friend. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHurray for 36 weeks! What a blessing!
ReplyDeletePraying for you lots these days as the reality is sinking in, that you would get some sleep, that you would have peace, and that in two weeks, you'll deliver some very content baby boys!
Ashley, congratulations - you did it!! Now, it's just waiting to see if these two little ones are willing to wait until the 30th or if Mom can wait that long. Hope the sleeping improves and it doesn't get too hot for you - the rest of us can wait a little longer for summer. Great job, Ashley - we'll see you soon. Love and hugs to all- oh, love the shades - a great shot.
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I agree with Misty you totally look like a celebrity!
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful that you have had such a great pregnancy and that you made it to 36 weeks! I pray that God will continue to be with you and your soon to be family of 7 as you wait and greet your new boys! I am excited for you and will be checking the blog for news of their arrival. :)
I have a tear in my eye reading everyone's posts. You, Sean, the Kidlets and the little Sprouts are so loved by so many. I am so excited to meet these little ones, and to watch your family's journey through this amazing expansion of your hearts as you welcome them into your life and your home.
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