Pregnancy Update

How far along? I’m 15 weeks today. I have a miscarriage at 16 weeks last year so I’m praying every night that this year will be different. I’m just waiting to get week 16 over with.

Total weight gain? I have actually only gained two pounds in almost 4 months. My doctor told me that I will pack on the pounds later on in this twin pregnancy… Not to happy about that.

Maternity clothes? Oh baby yes! I have been in maternity clothes since I was 8 weeks along. I have to start wearing more of my “M” clothes, with a twin pregnancy my tummy will not fit in most singleton pregnancy “M” clothes. I guess I will be in sweats and t-shirts for the last 3 months.

Sleep? Well…This one is tricky. I have been sleeping a lot, of course I’m having twins. I wake up every night around 3 or 4am, which is not fun because nothing is on the television. The babies go from one side to another which I believe is what makes me wake up a the weirdest times. Stay still at night please. LOL I love you two already.

Movement? I’m starting to feel the babies move more and more every day. It’s the flutters not really kicks or punches. It feels very weird but very reassuring. The movement makes me smile every time no matter what time it is.

Food Craving? I haven’t had any food cravings at all lately, but in the first month and half, I wanted pancakes or French toast. I just eat when I’m hungry and I have to eat every two hours. These babies are hungry at all times, even at 3am in the morning. The reason I’m not sure why I haven’t gained weight yet. Could be what I have been eating and my portions. Either way I’m excited… Don’t need to be any bigger.

Gender? Not sure what sex Baby A or B are. What I hope for is a boy and girl. I may be able to find out on the 30th, which is my next appointment.

What I miss? I miss working everyday. I miss having my freedom of going out when I feel like it. I miss being independent and having energy to do anything. I miss my staff and folks in DC. I miss lots of things but can give it all up to have healthy babies in April/May.

What I am looking forward to? I’m looking forward to loving two beings and showing them what real love is. Looking forward to decorating the nursery and loving every minute of the process. I’m looking forward to seeing my Mother, God-Mother and Aunt happy for their first grandchildren (My Aunt is like another Mother to me). I’m looking forward to the crying babies in the house and the dogs protecting us to no end. I’m also looking forward to Malik making bottles if he can handle it in a timely manor.

Embarrassing Moment? I haven’t had any embarrassing moments as of yet. I haven’t been vomiting in public or anything.

What I can’t stand? I get irritated about everything now days. It doesn’t take much to get me upset or angry. I get heated really fast. I better be having a boy and a girl, because if its two girls I will just go crazy. I can not deal with two of me.

Message to baby? We are patiently waiting your arrival. I love you already and can’t stop talking to you every morning and night. We are going to be blessed to have you two as our children. Love you always.