Our Three Blessings

I made it through the easy half with flying colors, I can only hope that the second half goes as well. I'm now 18 weeks, half way to my 36 week goal (the longest they will let me go). The last few weeks have definitely left me feeling more pregnant and the reality of 3 babies is really sinking in. I think it my body is helping me with the reality of it all. I used to be able to walk 2-3 miles at lunch and then play soccer in the evening...now I walk up the steps or just walk to the bathroom and back and I'm winded. I used to be able to sleep any which way, I could just lay down and sleep...now I have to prop myself up on my side and figure out the best pillow placement which works for a while till my hip hurts and I have to find a new spot, maybe even attempt to roll over. I used to be able to do endless sit-ups...now I try and use my stomach muscles at all to sit up or twist and I get a sudden/unexpected flick in my side which shocks me enough to have to start the whole sittin...

I had another doctor appointment today. It's just so much fun getting to see the babies. Nothing new or exciting to report on them...all are well, but mamma has a cold. So my doctor sent me back home today to sleep and fight off the cold instead of going to work. I didn't argue and came right home and slept...hopefully I can kick this cold out of me here soon. Here are today's pictures. I'm starting to think that #2 is like me and always likes having a hand tucked in by their face. We even got a picture of #2 waving.

Over the weekend our friend was in town for her baby shower. She is 26 weeks, just 10 weeks ahead of me and we are the same size. I can't imagine how big I'll be at 26 weeks. Here's this week's belly picture.

On Friday I had another doctor appointment and ultrasound. The appointment was in the evening so my mom was able to go with me after work. All three babies are growing well and look great. I am now far enough along that my doctor was able to determine the genders of the babies!!! Since Eric wasn't with me at the appointment they put the photos (of their genders) in an envelope so that Eric and I could open it together. We are so excited with the results...but we are going to wait to divulge the details at the shower. I figured it would be a fun surprise for everyone...that is, if we can keep quiet and not slip before November 16th.

Most people have the opportunity to pick one name try it out for a while and make any adjustments needed when selecting a second...or third. We will have the fun task of deciding names for three babies at once. I'm very thankful to have helpful friends. One of my friends gave me some helpful naming suggestions mostly dealing with famous trios. Huey, Dewey, and Louie Anne, Emily, and Charlotte Peter, Paul, and Mary Larry, Moe, and Curly Athos, Porthos, and Aramis Larry, Darryl, and Darryl I figured I could add a few more to her list Jack, Chrissy, and Janet Alvin, Simon, and Theodore I think I like Larry, Moe, and Curly the best but we will probably hold out on picking names until we know their genders.

Here is this weeks belly picture. I actually managed to squeeze into the same shorts. I really prefer my stretchy pants. Psychologically it's easier to eat so much not knowing where all the weight is really going... up 15lbs so far, go me!