I know, I know. It's been FOREVER since I've posted to the blog. So, I thought I would put up some pictures and just briefly let everyone know what we have been up to this summer!
Max has enjoyed going to a few parades. He loves getting the candy and even started holding out his hand.
We have been going swimming and splashing around in the pool.
Hanging out with cousins!
Taking naps with Papa!
Rocking his baby...he is so sweet!
Watching movies on the computer.
Watching movies on the TV.
Spending quality time with Daddy and the iPad!
Taking silly pictures.
And, we got one of these...
Because we're going to have TWO of these...
Yes, our precious little beans will be here in the spring and we are so happy (a little scared, but very happy)! There was a very long and detailed blog entry about our journey, but I decided it was too much, so here is the Cliff's Notes version...
In December we lost a baby due to ectopic pregnancy. I had to have my one and only tube removed because it was too damaged.
In February, we met with the IVF clinic for the first time and got on the books for a June cycle.
In May, we started shots (were up to 3 a day at one point). Eric had to give them all.
In June, they retrieved some follicles, fertilized some eggs and did an egg transplant. Two weeks later we found out we were pregnant!
In July, we had a 35 day ultrasound and found out we are having twins!
Those are the highlights. Max is excited to be a big brother. He already gives the babies kisses and if he accidentally hits me, he apologizes to the babies and not Mommy. He also talks about the three babies that are in his tummy as well. He has started to ask when the babies are going to come out...it's going to be hard for both of us to wait another 7 months for that! The first part of this pregnancy has definitely been a challenge. I have felt a lot more sick and tired than I was with Max, but I think we are starting to see the other side of that. Last week, I felt pretty normal, made it to work every day and my appetite is slowly coming back. Yes, cravings have started. At first, it was hot wings...that's all I wanted to eat. Last week, it was chicken caesar salad and pizza. We'll see what's next.
So, that is what we've been up to this summer!
