NST Day and Growing Belly

Hi All,

Today was NST day once again. All ended well, but it was another longer session for two reasons. First, our girl had another episode of the hiccups, and second, they both fell asleep shortly after the session began. So, after waiting it out a bit, both babies received the "alarm clock" treatment (vibrator alerting them to wake up). We were then able to successfully complete the testing session without issue.

I also talked with the nurse a bit regarding contractions, as the contraction monitor posted several contractions during my extended session. I started feeling contractions for the first time this week. However, they are mild. (I rated them a 2 out of 10 on the discomfort scale.) So, we're not getting concerned at this point. At least the nurses are not! As a first time mom, with the risk of pre-term labor, I think I'm perhaps more paranoid than I need to be.
In other news, I'm sure everyone saw octuplets were born to a woman in California this week. Wow! I'm still amazed at how much "stuff" we need for two babies, let alone eight. We have been very fortunate in that we have received many wonderful gifts from family and friends. Plus, some good friends have loaned us their baby gear, which really helps keep us covered for the double addition.

Okay, I've gotten some requests for more pictures of me. I've been relatively camera shy during the pregnancy. But my friend Colleen (and mother of three) shared with me over the weekend that her pregnancy shots are among her kids' favorites. So, I'm going to see what I can do over the last few weeks here. Below is this week's belly shot.

Belly Shot - 32.5 Weeks Pregnant

My how I've grown - all for good cause!