Preparing for Babies

Peter sterilized all the bottles (don't worry, that's not even close to all of them)

And we bought a minivan!

Ever Growing

For all of you that think it's fun to look at belly pictures, here's me at 27 weeks. 

Almost 2 Pounds

A couple of weeks ago we had another growth scan for the babies and found out that they are about 2 lbs. each. It's crazy to think about how fast they are growing and even more crazy to think that they still need to at least double in size before they come (not sure how that's possible)! This particular appointment really got to me emotionally. I cannot adequately express how grateful I am to be able to be pregnant and to have children. I feel very fortunate for the opportunity and am beyond excited that I get three babies. They took a couple of 3D pictures and they are adorable. I can't believe how cute their little faces are! We only got part of Baby B and one of Baby A. All of the kids heads were close together so it was hard for the doctor to get good pictures. I realize I'm probably a nerdy first time mom for saying this, but their little faces are the cutest things ever!

I am still holding up well for the most part. I'm definitely uncomfortable but I'm still moving around and smiling.

Pregnancy Update

I know it's been a while since I've last updated, I seriously lack the motivation lately. I'm pretty tired most of the time, I hope that's a good enough excuse for everyone. Well I am 23 weeks along now and doing pretty well. I have had morning sickness throughout my pregnancy, but it's starting to get better, not gone, but definitely not as frequent. My belly is growing rapidly, it's really surprising actually. Each week I can't believe how much it's grown. I am feeling the babies kick a lot lately and it's exciting. Just over the last week we've started to be able to see them kicking from the outside of my belly (ALIENS!). Our La-Z-Boy arrived and that has been amazing! It really has saved me during many sleepless mornings and after a long day of work. Speaking of work, Friday was my last day. I'm proud to say I made it that long and that I was able to complete all the work that I needed to. I'm a little nervous about getting bored over the next few months, but this is definitely for the best.

In BIG NEWS, we found out we are having 2 BOYS and a GIRL! We've kind of neglected to announce that on this blog, sorry. We are so excited though and can't wait to meet all of them.

For those of you who keep asking, here's a belly picture.

He did it!

We just found out that Peter got his first choice of residency! He was accepted into the anesthesia residency program in San Antonio, TX. So yes, we will be moving to San Antonio this summer. I am so very excited for Peter. He has worked so hard in medical school and it's so nice to see that he is rewarded by being able to do what he wants to do. We are excited for the new adventure well. Congrats Peter!

We're Half Way There

The doctors told us that their goal is to keep the triplets inside of me for at least 32 weeks. So we have made it just over half way and we are doing well. My fatigue is still in full effect, the belly is definitely larger, but we are all healthy and doing well!

Update

There have been a lot of questions since our last post, so I'll try to answer them here. I am about 14 weeks along. The babies are due May 14th, but the doctors have told us that they will probably come more like March or April, as triplets usually come a little early. They are growing well and right on schedule. I have been feeling pretty well. I am surprised at how quickly my belly has grown and how incredibly tired I am all of the time. But things really have been going well for us. I am still working, only 30 hours a week, and will until middle of January or until I can't anymore, whichever comes first. Peter has been so helpful and has taken over all cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping duties. I'm hopeful that I'll get the surge of energy back that I hear that comes in the second trimester, but I'm not sure if it's coming.

Thanks so much for all of the congratulations and excitement you have shared with us. We are so very excited and it's so fun to hear everyone's responses.