Monthly Archives: August 2009

Mint Fetish

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Jamie

If there was an award for the pregnant woman with the freshest breath, I would definitely take home the trophy. Throughout this pregnancy, mint has been a staple that I just can’t seem to live without. I really liked mint … Continue reading →

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Posted in Pregnancy, Twins | 9 Comments

Doctor, Doctor Updated

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Jamie

Seriously, all we get done in our family is going to the doctor. Yesterday morning, Bo, Mike, and I all met with our new doctors here in town. They are a young married couple who opened their own practice. The … Continue reading →

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Posted in Bo, Mike, Moving, Twins | 6 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Naked Modeling

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Jamie

This picture is from several weeks ago. Bo was outside and decided to hop in his little pool with all of his clothes on. We stripped him down and he enjoyed running around naked on the deck. This picture particularly … Continue reading →

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31 Weeks!

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jamie

31 Weeks pregnant with twins. Yes, I cut my head off on purpose. Trust me, no one wants to see the face of a girl who’s been in the hospital for 5 days with no makeup on. I truly look … Continue reading →

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Posted in Moving, Pre-term labor, Twins | 17 Comments

Moderate Restriction

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Jamie

“No (physical) work, frequent rest periods, you can be up and about with light activity for a total of 4 hours per day for no more than 30 minutes at a time. Stairs, up and down, 3 times a day … Continue reading →

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Another Day at Hotel Carle

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Jamie

Good news today! This morning I was moved from the labor and delivery floor to the ante-partum floor. The goal is that I’ll be monitored over the weekend and allowed to go home on Monday morning on modified bedrest. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Hospital Update

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Jamie

I had more contractions this morning, but a rescue dose of precardia kept them under control for most of the day. Some contractions here and there — but nothing regular — so that is definitely a good sign. Dr. F … Continue reading →

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Settling in…

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Jamie

Back with an update. Mike, Bo, and I drove to Champaign this afternoon for a routine pre-natal appointment. Dr. F checked me and I was a 3. This is quite the increase from the 1 I was less than a … Continue reading →

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Posted in Pre-term labor, Twins | 13 Comments

admitted

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Jamie

I am writing this from my phone so forgive me for the numerous errors. I am being admitted to the hospital. I am dilated to a 3 and having contractions. I will be here a minimum of 48 hours while … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: Sandbox

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Jamie

On Sunday afternoon, we took a break from unpacking and allowed Bo to play in the sandbox for the first time. We’ve had the sandbox forever (thanks cousin Charlie!) and bought the sand in the spring. When we found out … Continue reading →

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