Thursday, September 30, 2010

Toxemia/preeclampsia Update

This morning we had our Non Stress Test. This test measures the heart rate while the babies are active and at rest. They did great! We are so grateful for this. Also, my blood pressure went down a few points! Yea! I will be continuing bed rest and praying that these boys can stay put until their lungs are fully developed.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Toxemia

On Monday I had my routine appointment and ultrasound. The boys are looking good. Baby A weighs in at 3 pounds and Baby B weighs in at 4 pounds 8 ounces. The weight difference concerns me but the doctor reminded me once again that they are two different babies. There are no signs of twin to twin transfusion syndrome. The babies look good and healthy and for this I'm grateful.

I also learned on Monday that I have developed toxemia. This was huge emotional blow to me. I was not expecting this. The doctor says we caught this early and he thinks I will deliver in three weeks. Tomorrow I have a non stress test to see how the boys are handling all of this.

Bob and I are so grateful for our family and friends. Knowing you guys have been lifting our family up in prayer brings tears to my eyes. Whenever I feel fear starting to creep in I read Psalm 139. The Lord has ordained all of their days before one of them came to be. Bob and I are placing our trust in God's perfect timing.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Dallas World Aquarium

Back in June my dad, sister and I went to the Dallas World Aquarium. I really haven't taken many pictures this year and it took me a while to remember what setting I should be using but I think I took some decent photos. Here are my unedited photos from that day.