Gender scan today! :)

Brian and I are so excited that we got to see the babies today!!! And find out the genders :) We are thrilled...but keeping it a secret for a few more days. (Sorry!)

On Sunday we are having a little get together with our parents/grandparents and some close friends to cut cake and share the good news. Everyone is coming with their guesses and we will all get to see who guessed right and who was wrong.

I got a lot of cute ideas for gender reveal parties online and am so happy to be putting ours together on Saturday.

Here is some interesting news that we can share right now..these babies are growing into sweet potatoes this week!

Your fetus has become amazingly mobile (at least compared to you), passing the hours yawning, hiccuping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking and swallowing. And, baby's finally big enough that you'll be able to feel those movements soon.

I also switched OB offices today. I was sent to a high-risk Dr. for this specific ultrasound but he was very concerned with my present condition (the wheelchair) and how it is being handled by my other Drs. After he spoke with my Rheumatologist and OB offices, it was decided that the rest of my pre-natal care would be taken care of at the high-risk office. I was a little put-off, but happy that my new Dr is taking my RA so seriously and being more aggressive about gaining control of it.

So I had my steroid dosage doubled (again!) and should feel better within 48 hours. Well, I have heard that before. So I am not getting too high of hopes but I would love to be walking up my stairs in two short days. The couch makes a nice bed but I miss picking out my own clothes from my closet, although Brian has pretty good taste!

Thanks for reading :) Cannot wait to post about the babies as soon as we reveal it to our families!!!

I'm a bump on a log. (Well, couch!)

It has been a long two weeks since I last posted! I went back to work August 16th. I really enjoyed seeing everyone again. A lot of people from work did not know I was pregnant when we left in June, so it was fun to tell everyone. School started August 24th and I have a very active class this year! A good mix of kids on very different levels, so they will be keeping me on my toes.

Unfortunately on the first day of school I was having some pain in my hip. It got worse as the day went on and by 3PM I could barely walk. I went home and laid on the couch, waiting for Brian to come home. He was scared to see me in such bad shape and was really worried about me all night as I got worse and worse. Around 10PM we decided to head to the Emergency Room. That was a waste of time and money!

The ER doctor ordered me an ultrasound (yay!) and we got to see the babies! They were so big! We could see their bones so clearly, like an x-ray! The babies were fine so we were very happy to hear that. Other than that, the ER trip was useless. Even though I knew it was my Rheumatoid Arthritis acting up, the Dr insisted I be checked for all kinds of other unnecessary things. I was getting to be in more and more pain and did not feel comfortable taking any pain medications without my OB approving it first. So, after 3 hours we left. I was still in a lot of pain, but there was a little peace of mind knowing our babies were OK.

The next day I saw my Rheumatologist. She felt my hip and knee and knew right away that they were inflamed. She put me on a safe steroid and said I should be better by Friday. Woo-Hoo! Well, Friday has come and gone and I am still laying on my couch. I cannot walk and my left leg is pretty useless. Brian has been AMAZING in helping me move around the house but I have pretty much been stuck to the couch. My big comfy bed is upstairs and the only way I am getting there is by an airlift! So for now, the couch has been my home.

I am also lucky to have such great family and friends during this time! My mom and Brian's mom have come to visit, brought me food, and helped around the house. Other friends have been stopping by, it is really nice. I am sure Brian enjoys a little break :)

So for now I will just be piled up on the couch...waiting for my hip to get better so I can be a mobile being again. It is no fun! I hope to be back soon with better news.

16 Week Poll

How far along? 16 weeks, 3 days
Total weight gain/loss: 14 lbs
Maternity clothes? Yup! All my pants are maternity, but I am finding a lot of cute non-maternity dresses that I can wear, I usually just buy a size up so it is not too tight.
Stretch marks? Nope! I am doing everything I can to avoid them!
Sleep: It has been rough this week with my hip problems.
Best moment this week: Seeing the babies Tuesday night. We could see their spines!!
Movement: None
Food cravings: Lettuce burgers from Five Guys! I had one last weekend and have been thinking about it ever since!
Gender: We find out Wednesday :)
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? Slowly making its way out.
What I miss: Taking RA meds so I am not in pain.
What I am looking forward to: Being able to walk and getting back to work.
Weekly Wisdom: Remember to thank everyone for all that they do! My friends and family have been so great.
Milestones: Anatomy Scan on Wednesday!!!!