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Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Snuggling Already

We had our 15 wk u/s today and as always it was an amazing experience. It's great to see the babies and know that they are doing well. Seeing and hearing the heartbeat takes my breath away. I still can't believe this is happening, I can't believe it's true.

We got nice pics of the twins but this one is my favorite.



I call it the snuggling pose. It was beautiful to see that even before they are born the little boy is snuggling with his sister. It was warm to see that affection already. Twin B - Matthew is leaning on Twin A - Hannah's head. At one point he was sucking his thumb. Yes, their names are Matthew and Hannah, to be exact Matthew Alexander and Hannah Stella (Stella was Ivan's mother's name).

All is going well with the pregnancy. I'm a little concerned with the weight gain as I've already gained 13 lbs but the doctor doesn't seem to think it's too much too soon. I will start cutting down on carbs, as I'm a carb whore. I've been having some pains which the doctor said are due to the ligaments stretching and the uterus shifting. My next appt. is in 3 weeks for the Level II u/s...that should be fun.

Hope you are all well.

| posted by Liz at 11:01 PM |

24 Comments:

 Cookie Lisa commented at 2:02 AM~  

Wow! that is amazing how much they have grown in just a few short weeks! The names are great and I can tell they are going to be best friends already!

Congrats!

 Anonymous commented at 7:40 AM~  

I bet it's became so real to you when you saw these beautiful images. I'm also 13 weeks (singleton) and it was amazing to see your images. I won't get the 3D u/s until a little bit later. Anyhow, Hannah and Matthew are perfect! Congrats!

Sylvia

 EJW commented at 8:41 AM~  

That picture is incredible and the twins are amazing. Great names, too!

 Krista commented at 10:20 AM~  

Wow, who knew that at 13 weeks it could be like that. Congratulations Liz, that is amazing. Also, I love the names!

 Kary commented at 11:01 AM~  

Got to your blog through several links. I am currently 15weeks, 4 days with twins. I have a 3-year old and had an ectopic in 10/2003. I conceived on Clomid this time. I love your names. How did you find out so early what you were having? I am hoping to have that u/s in the next couple weeks.
Congratulations---and enjoy. I am feeling those ligament pains (and I think some of it is my scar tissue pulling)--does it mostly happen when you turn over in bed or get up from sitting??

 Kris commented at 1:05 PM~  

That is so amazing! And what beautiful names!

 Anonymous commented at 1:44 PM~  

Beautiful babies and beautiful names. I'm so glad you updated and all is well.

 Jen, Rich & Joey commented at 2:08 PM~  

Thanks to God, all is going well.
That is such an awesome picture of Hannah & Matthew. That's so cute to see Matthew already being a sweet brother to his sister even in utero. I think I would've cried to see that live (I'm such a cry baby) LOL I love it! And I love their names.

And don't cut back on feeding those babies, they need it! :)

 Anonymous commented at 2:14 PM~  

What a sweet moment and beautiful pic. I know it was a great experience for you. Glad you are all doing well. Love the names!

 Fertility Faux Pas commented at 3:22 PM~  

What a lovely picture. So glad to hear that all is well. And I love the names you've picked! And don't stress about the weight...You're eating for three!

 jude commented at 4:15 PM~  

Absolutely beautiful!

I'm in ultrasound withdrawal because Dr. Awesome OB thinks we IVF'ers are spoiled by all the scans we get early on! (he is right!!)

I am so excited for you! Be well!

 Rebecca commented at 8:49 PM~  

What an adorable photo! I'm glad things are going well. I can't believe you're only 15 weeks - for some reason, it seems like you've been pg forever! I don't know why...

 Mrs. D. commented at 9:48 PM~  

Wow that picture is just amazing! I have never seen a 3d that early.
Yay Matthew and Hannah!

 Sporty commented at 10:57 AM~  

Love the pic! I am so happy for you and Ivan. I'm glad that everything is going good. I can't wait to see some pics from the Level II.

Take care of yourself and those precious little babies!!!!

 x commented at 3:48 PM~  

I was thinking the opposite of rebecca, I can't believe it's 15 weeks already. All the best!

 Krista commented at 9:03 PM~  

Liz, I want to tell you that I come to look at this picture everyday. It inspires me. The fact that you refused to give up, that this was your 4th IVF, that you now have these amazing lifes inside you, it really, truly inspires me. Your story and mine are somewhat similar and I feel so much more hope for a 2nd round of IVF when I read your story.

 Anonymous commented at 9:52 PM~  

Congrats on that beautiful picture. I am sitting here with tears in my eyes. Beautiful names too.

 Anonymous commented at 10:44 AM~  

Oh Liz this is amazing. What a beautiful pic. I'm so glad things are going well. I can't believe you are already 15 wks. I love the names. Take care of all 3 of you.

 Ally commented at 2:58 PM~  

sweet names for sweet babies!

I'm so happy for ya Liz!

 Hopeful Mother commented at 4:47 PM~  

Congratulations Liz. This is a precious picture.

 Anonymous commented at 5:00 PM~  

What a beautiful picture. I'm so glad to hear that all continues to go well for you. Geez, my twins were kicking each other and definitely not cuddling. I'm hoping it's not a sign of things to come.
Your weight gain sounds just fine. I think I've heard that 20 pounds by 20 weeks is fairly normal for multiples. Don't be too hard on yourself.

 Thalia commented at 4:47 AM~  

fancy being able to see so much already in the womb! I'm so glad things are going so well, Liz.

 M commented at 10:09 PM~  

I haven't checked in in SUCH a long time and I apologize. I am SO happy for you! Reading back through my blog, you were there when I first announced I was pregnant through IVF. I am now creeping up on 32 weeks! :)

 beagle commented at 7:52 PM~  

That is just amazing!

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