Things are getting close now. At our scheduled visit to the hospital last week the doctor told us that she didn't expect Marla's pregnancy to last much longer than 37 weeks. She is just under 35 weeks along now and so we should expect the twins' arrival within the next two or three weeks!
We are making preparations at home and hopefully will be all ready for when they arrive. We have the cotbeds and bedding, plus pushchair (stroller), car seats and lots of clothing - much of these things were gifts from many many people, so thank you to all who have helped us in this manner. The last few furniture purchases/movements/discards will be this week, so by next week we'll be somewhat settled at home with just lots of little things to take care of.
We have been into the hospital twice since last Thursday to have the heartbeats monitored and both times things have been fine. We have another ultrasound scan tomorrow. It is nice to know that things are being so closely followed by the medical staff.
Andy & Fi's preparations are also progressing nicely and everything seems to be on track for them. We might even be in the hospital at the same time, which will perhaps provide some interesting moments.
Wednesday, August 31, 2005
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Busy last few days...
Well, it certainly is a busy time for us at the moment. At our meeting with the midwife on Tuesday Marla's blood pressure was quite high so we went to the hospital so that they could check to see if she had any other symptoms of Pre-eclampsia. She did not, but the doctors decided that the high blood pressure was of enough concern to put her on some medication to help bring it down. They needed to keep an eye on her and monitor the success (or otherwise) of the medication, which unfortunately meant that she had to stay at the hospital overnight.
The following morning (Wednesday) they decided to increase the dosage of the medication, which again meant another night in the hospital. Although it is an annoyance, I must stress that Marla is actually feeling fine - aside from the boredom of being in hospital - and there appears to be very little to worry about. The hospital staff have done a number of checks on the twins and they also appear to be healthy and now that the blood pressure issue has been taken care of (the medication is doing the trick) everything is looking rosy again. She'll be able to leave the hospital this lunchtime, which is good.
I went down to the hospital a number of times and I have to say that it has made me feel quite a lot better about the entire situation. Many of the staff I had contact with were very good. And now I also have an idea of the layout of the wards and things, which will make the hospital environment not so new and scary when the twins arrive. Marla appears to be taking the whole thing quite comfortably in her stride.
The following morning (Wednesday) they decided to increase the dosage of the medication, which again meant another night in the hospital. Although it is an annoyance, I must stress that Marla is actually feeling fine - aside from the boredom of being in hospital - and there appears to be very little to worry about. The hospital staff have done a number of checks on the twins and they also appear to be healthy and now that the blood pressure issue has been taken care of (the medication is doing the trick) everything is looking rosy again. She'll be able to leave the hospital this lunchtime, which is good.
I went down to the hospital a number of times and I have to say that it has made me feel quite a lot better about the entire situation. Many of the staff I had contact with were very good. And now I also have an idea of the layout of the wards and things, which will make the hospital environment not so new and scary when the twins arrive. Marla appears to be taking the whole thing quite comfortably in her stride.
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Latest update...
Marla had another ultrasound scan on yesterday and things appear to be fine. One of the twins is quite a lot smaller than the other but is growing at a steady rate so there is no concern. It does mean that there might be quite a large difference in their birth weights - but that is not a problem apparently.
She is about 31 weeks along now so it isn't long now. Especially if they come early, which is likely with twins. We have had one of our pre-natal classes at the hospital and we'll be having the other on Saturday morning.
Another baby thing worth mentioning is that Rachael threw a surprise baby shower for Marla last Thursday. It was a genuine surprise for her and, apparently, they had a nice time. More importantly, we got lots of prezzies! So, let me take this opportunity to thank everyone who sent something.
This coming weekend I will be playing softball in the Bristol Recreational tournament. I'll miss the first two games on Saturday (due to the pre-natal class) but there will be at least another five games that I'll be able to play in. Anyway, I am very much looking forward to it.
In other news, Griff, Rachael and I will be going to Anfield for Liverpool's first home game of the Premiership season versus Sunderland on August 20th. Our tickets are "severely restricted" viewing, which is a bit of a shame but at least we'll be there.
She is about 31 weeks along now so it isn't long now. Especially if they come early, which is likely with twins. We have had one of our pre-natal classes at the hospital and we'll be having the other on Saturday morning.
Another baby thing worth mentioning is that Rachael threw a surprise baby shower for Marla last Thursday. It was a genuine surprise for her and, apparently, they had a nice time. More importantly, we got lots of prezzies! So, let me take this opportunity to thank everyone who sent something.
This coming weekend I will be playing softball in the Bristol Recreational tournament. I'll miss the first two games on Saturday (due to the pre-natal class) but there will be at least another five games that I'll be able to play in. Anyway, I am very much looking forward to it.
In other news, Griff, Rachael and I will be going to Anfield for Liverpool's first home game of the Premiership season versus Sunderland on August 20th. Our tickets are "severely restricted" viewing, which is a bit of a shame but at least we'll be there.
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