Update at ALMOST 32 Weeks!

Look how much space he seems to have poor baby!

I have still been cooking the twins. "Nana" moved in (Justin's mom) to help out and boy it's been a huge help! I didn't realize how hard it would be to be in the kitchen. You have to bend to cut things, wash things, put things in the dish washer, cook..... my back starts to kill me about 2 minutes after I start to try and do anything, and then Nana kicks me out anyway!

Gloma, and my mom fill in on some days as well so Nana can be with her mom, so things have worked out well with the "helping out schedule". THANK YOU FOR ALL THE HELP FAMILY!!!!

I often wonder if it's better to have help now, or after the boys are here, but I am so thankful that we have the help so we'll just continue to be thankful!

The boys are doing well, they are just a little under 4lbs, but they feel like they are HUGE in my tummy because I am being stretched so far, and my poor skin. With Avery I had NO stretch marks, but with these boys I am paying my dues now, they better be GREAT sleep through the night babies for this!

Dr. Gordon (our OBGYN) got a new machine and wanted to show it off, so we got some great 3D pics. Unfortunately Conway was hiding and we couldn't see him. So here are our updated pics of Colter "Fisher".

In this picture Fisher has his eyes open, which is really hard to capture during a US.

Waylon and Avery are doing well, they don't quite understand why mommy is so tired and not able to bend down, but that's OK, it's better than being in the hospital. I at least get to be around for all meals and some play-time! Justin is the best husband ever, he has stepped up to doing what needs to be done, and is so attentive to feeding me and making sure I'm drinking plenty of water (speaking of, I need some water).

I haven't blogged much, but will try and keep the updates coming!

24 Weeks, our biggest concern so far is Swine Flu!

So we had our 24 week apt. and things look great, Conway is 1lb 8oz, and Fisher (Colter) is 1lb 10oz.
I have gained 5lbs in 2 weeks, YIKES, I am the biggest I have and will ever be (hee-hee). The boys are doing great, fluid levels look good, and the FFN test (that tests for pre-term labor) is negative. We will do these tests every 2 weeks.

So are we still afraid of twin to twin transfusion? Yes, it can still happen at any time, but after 28 weeks we have a 1% chance of getting it, so at least we can see the light at the end of the tunnel!

Below are finally some pictures of my "Fisher" (Colter) ~ He finally let us get a good one, and Conway, was face down, so no good pics of him...... sigh!
Our biggest fear now is ~ THE SWINE FLU, with stats like this, we plan to hide out for the most part to ensure the health of the boys and most of all me, as it would mean delivery of the boys and the possibility of death for me, those are high risks.

28 Pregnant Women Dead From H1N1 Swine Flu in U.S.
CDC: 'Striking' Swine Flu Severity Seen in Pregnant Women
By Daniel J. DeNoonWebMD Health News
Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD
Oct. 1, 2009 -- H1N1 swine flu has killed 28 pregnant women in the U.S., raising the level of concern among obstetricians and CDC investigators.
The 28 women who died were among about 100 pregnant women who required intensive care because of severe H1N1 swine flu disease.

if you would like to read more ~

http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20091001/28-pregnant-women-dead-from-h1n1-swine-flu-in-us

Difference between Cold and Swine Flu Symptoms
Symptom
Cold
Swine Flu
Fever
Fever is rare with a cold.
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.
Coughing
A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
Aches
Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.
Stuffy Nose
Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.
Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.
Chills
Chills are uncommon with a cold.
60% of people who have the flu experience chills.
Tiredness
Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.
Sneezing
Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
Sneezing is not common with the flu.
Sudden Symptoms
Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.
Headache
A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases.
Sore Throat
Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.
Chest Discomfort
Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.

NAMES & Meanings

The birth of twins was regarded as a special blessing from God (Genesis 25:24)
We are happy to announce that we have finalized names and are ready to share.

Baby A = Conway Archer Sanchez (so far he has been calm and sweet)
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Hound of the plain

Baby B = Colter Fisher Sanchez (he's the fiesty one in the womb and likes to punch and kick the most)
Origin: English
Meaning: Young horse

22 Weeks During a Twin Pregnancy w/two other little ones at home!

Avery Bella 22 months
Waylon Boss early 4

All seems to be progressing well.

Avery is amazing with the babies, she lifts my shirt and says "babies", and I ask her how many and she says "TWO", but she says two to every thing these days, two, No, and No WAY are her favorite words these days!

Waylon is excited and wants to call the babies "Waylon's", I think that is so darn cute!

Nana will be moving in with us soon and I can't wait, it's really hard taking care of two toddlers, and myself! The lack of energy some days makes me feel bad for not playing more with the kiddos. Plus the bonding time for Nana, Waylon and Avery will be amazing and worth it all in the end!

Here is a belly Shot at I think it was 20 weeks?

I also have pictures from the Perinates on CD so here are some of the twins at 22 weeks...... Colter Fisher

Colter on left, Conway on Rt.

Conway and Colter didn't want any pictures taken, they tried to turn around!

Seeing these twins together is so cute and amazing, it's no wonder twins are close look at those two. If they are closer than Avery and Waylon I will be in awe every day of my life, those two love each other so much and I love watching it grow!

Avery and Waylon before a fishing trip with Daddy!

21 WEEKS with twins!

Well I have had a TON going on lately, mostly because I feel like I might go into the hospital at 25 weeks (I only feel this way because Avery was in the hospital at 25 weeks), so my brain thinks I need to get all sorts of stuff done before then. I know it's a bit crazy, but it's how I feel.

I have taken 2, 1 hour gestational diabetes tests in the last 2 weeks. Anyone who has had one knows how horrible they taste! After failing both of those I had to take the 3 hour test on Wednesday, THANK YOU GLOMA for watching the kiddos. I PASSED THE TEST ~ I still will need to re-take the test again at 28 weeks though, BUMMER!
I had an apt. with my OB, and things continue to look good as far as the twins are concerned.

I haven't updated so much other family stuff ~
*Waylon's Birthday being the most important, but I will do that soon!

I plan to post names once we finalize~
Thank you for checking in on us!

18 Weeks

We had our appointment today to check on the twins. They both look great, they still continue to show no signs of Twin to Twin Transfusion (but again this can happen at ANY TIME). Today they checked that the babies can pee, that they have a bladder, a stomach, and that fluid levels are plentiful for the babies.
The tech finished early and got some 4D pics of the babies. It's time for the diabetes check, and another full blood panel work up on my nutrition. I was lacking iron and protein which is no surprise, I am having a hard time eating meat! I am trying to get protein in other ways, drinks, eggs ~ you know.
We plan on sharing names soon so stay tuned!

Negative Test results ~

OH MY GOSH ~ I finally tested NEGATIVE on a test that was rare! We don't have SSA or SSB issues that could of caused heart block in our babies!!!!!!
I am over joyed and thrilled that so far we are almost like a regular pregnancy, except for the fact I am growing two brains in there!

So thank you for your thoughts and prayers and thank you GOD for allowing things to be some what normal!

Nana came and stayed with us and helped us out a ton this week. She cooked yummy dinners and made me sit a lot! We had tons of fun with her.

Those of you who wonder why Avery has those BLUE eyes ~

Well you can't see their eyes, I thought I had a better picture!

More on the twins after our next apt. but I am happy to report that there is no drama on my end!