When are we going to have these babies???

Okay, so I am not really 39 weeks pregnant, I am 35. The count down is for my "adjusted due date" since twins come a few weeks early. I am definitely progressing...I am dilated to 3 cm and 70% effaced as of last Wednesday. I went into Labor & Delivery because I was getting pretty uncomfortable and consistent contractions. Since I didn't progress in the hour that I was there, they sent me home! I was so mad about it for a few days. But after talking to a nurse in my ward, I realize it was for the best because their lungs probably aren't mature enough yet. I really would hate to have to leave them in NICU because they need extra care. I am getting so uncomfortable and impatient. I am sick of people looking at me and saying dumb things like, "You're still pregnant?" and "You look like you are going to pop!" But if I can keep them in a week or two longer, that will be best.

At my 32 week appointment Baby A measured 4 lbs even and Baby B measured 4 lbs 2 oz. So they are decent sized for their gestation. I have my 36 week ultrasound on Tuesday, so I will find out then what they are measuring. I am guessing about 5 lbs each. I can't believe I am carrying around 10 lbs of baby!!!!

1st Trip to Hogle Zoo

7/12/08
Bella's first trip to the zoo was so much fun! Her Papa Tippetts even came. I got a wheelchair and Levi pushed me around, uphill (bless his heart!). It wasn't too hot. We had a great day.

Bella's favorite animal was the Giraffe. She kept saying "really tall" and "baby giraffe". She loved seeing all the different animals and especially liked the playground.

Bella Turns 2!

It has been a month since Bella's 2nd Birthday. I've been a slacker I guess. We had so much fun! On her birthday we went to Boondock's with the Yakiwchuk uncles, aunts, & cousins. Papa Don was in town so that was special. Bella loved the bumper boats. She wasn't allowed to go on the bumper cars (neither was I) so that was a bummer. She had a lot of fun in the arcade "playing" video games and crawling around in the playground area. She had so much fun, we couldn't even get her to stop and eat some lunch.

Then, for her birthday party we bought a huge blow up water slide. We invited all her cousins and some friends over for some fun. We bbqed and opened presents. We are so grateful for everyone that came to support her. She is so loved! All the gifts were so sweet to. She tried to give each gift back to the giver and said, "All fo me!" It was adorable. We had a lot of fun. And again, we really appreciate everyone that came to support her.