Scan has arrived

We are now in week 17 and the twins are travelling along just fine. I was getting a little nervous waiting for our scan but it arrived last night. I was a little disappointed with the quality of pictures this time. I was hoping for a really great shot of the babies to show everyone. Oh well the main thing is they are progressing as they should and our SM is feeling well.

At the time of scan our calculated GA is 17w 1d according to transfer date.

According to scan calculated gestational age is:

B1 17w 1d

B2 17w 3d

Below is a picture of B1 for your viewing pleasure!

I have started enquiring on accommodation this week and so far it looks like the Courtyard Marriot is the place to be for Surro families. New prices will be available in November so we will wait and see how they measure up.

I was asked by a work colleague last week how many weeks I was because I wasn't really putting on any weight!!!!!!! It's times like these that I can now just have a little giggle to myself and explain. I am looking forward to our future with our babies and now cannot view this journey as anything but a positive experience at this point.

I am having difficulty finding information on prenatal services - Do not think there is anyone else in my state going through the Surro journey!!!!!!

Going to call the hospital direct and see how I go?

1 more week and we are about half way for a twin pregnancy!!!!!!

2nd Trimester

We are now 14 weeks and in the 2nd trimester. This must be cause for celebration!!!

It has been so encouraging seeing all the beautiful photos of our recent additions. A big congratulations to all the new mum's and dad's.

I love reading your updates but most of all the photos and the look of love and total committment to your little ones.

It's amazing, if we base birth dates around 36 weeks it means we are only 4 weeks off being half way through the pregnancy (Freakin out but can't wait)

I hope to share our next scan with everyone in about a week.

Hoping for smooth sailing

We received notification this morning that our SM has been discharged from hospital and has returned to the surrogate accomodation. She is feeling well and has experienced no complications so far.

A scan was conducted pre discharge and we have received the written report.

B1 - CRL 69.8 FHR 156
B2 - CRL 66.2 FHR 160

These are all good numbers from my understanding.

I am looking forward to our next scan which will be around 15 weeks. From others I have seen these really start to show our babies more clearly.

On a personal note I am struggling to take a step back from the process. My life currently is ruled by checking emails, reading forums, blogs and researching on the internet. I am sure this s normal for anyone taking this journey but my husband worries about me.

I really need to find an outlet to help with winding down, relaxing and focusing on something else. I am thinking about maybe joining a gym (Wouldn't hurt, will need all the enery I can get to keep up with the twins)

I know for sure I will have to work on this independant streak when the twins come. No longer will I be saying no to any help I imagine!!!!!

It's done........

We received the following update last night.

We did not want to take any chances and therefore admitted SM K to hospital post reduction to ensure complete bed rest. She had some slight discomfort for the first 2 days but is now doing fine. We expect to discharge her tomorrow.

We will repeat a scan again in 2 weeks.

This all sounds positive but I want to have confirmation of heartbeats. Now I am sure this would have been done in the hospital, just want to see it in black and white.

Week 12

Just about 3 months. I can't believe it!!!!

Reduction had been rescheduled for this Thursday so we definately have raised anxiety levels this week.

BUT...

We made the decision to take the big leap and tell all our family and friends. We just couldn't keep it to ourselves anymore.

We shared the wonderful news at my 30th birthday celebration. We have about 60 of our family and friend and thought the opportunity was perfect. Wow did we shock everyone!!!!!!
They new we were trying but we had not let on we have made any attempts yet.
My sisters were crying and there were hugs all around. Just the most wonderful evening and one I will remember for a long time.

We brought a pram......... I know its still early but I have been keeping an eye on ebay for the emmaljunga twin (No longer available in Australia) and found a deal I couldn't pass up.
I figure worst case scenario I would relist.

Also have treated ourselves to a few unisex suits. I'm usually super organised so I will have to be careful not to go over board with preparation for the impending arrivals.

My to do list has now started and I would love to plaster out the spare bedroom for a nursery (Currently internal brick walls which are not pretty for a baby) so stay tuned........

Week 11

This is the beginning of the week we would rather not think about.
We have our 2nd scan around the 8th September and Fetal Reduction will occur between 8th/10th if required (Very likely)

But....

Let's not dwell on the negative but remain positive and think about the likelihood that we will be parents to twins next year.

Today is Fathers Day in Australia and it makes me so happy to see the look of happiness in my husbands eyes and the big grin on his face.

Next Friday is my 30th Birthday and we will be celebrating with family and friend on Saturday night. All going well we have decided to share our news. What better reason to celebrate!!!!

Progress Update

Well the positive news in we are nearing week 10 .... Woo Hoo!
I can't believe how quickly the time is going.

I really want the next 2 weeks to be over. Reduction will occur during week 11. I am very nervous about the procedure but remaining positive about the outcome. It is out of our hands and what will be will be.

Life in general is very hectic. I am preparing for my 30th birthday (This is where we plan to tell everyone our news) I have also been given a promotion at work. So in general lufe is full on but very exciting.

So hard to keep this under wraps. I am sure people are starting to cotton on, my latest response is that things are going well and we now have frozen embryos..... this is not a fib.
We have been very upfront with family and friend around the journey we are taking but at times this can backfire. Everytime we talk to someone we haven't seen for a few weeks the first question is "How's the Surrogacy going"
I am sure I have a guilty look on my face :)

Anyhow, please keep your fingers crossed for us for a positive outcome in the next few weeks and I hope to have more news to share soon.