Baking with Basil

30 WEEKS

How far along are you? 30 weeks

Total Weight Gain:  30 pounds

How big are the babies?  I’m thinking they are around 3 to 3 1/2 pounds each at this point but I have no idea.  We will find out next Wednesday (22nd)

Maternity Clothes?  I went shopping again over the weekend for my 3rd trimester wardrobe.  I can no longer where my “under the belly” pants which is sad because I loved my black pants from Gap and wore them a few times a week to work.  Bring on the sexy full panel pants!  :)

Sleep:  Sleep is not what it used to be.  Rolling over is even becoming a struggle.  I’m up about every 2 1/2 hours to go to the bathroom.

Food Cravings:  Ice cream, fro yo, popsicles, cereal, crackers and cheese.  I really don’t have a lot of cravings, I wish I did.  Kind of feel like I’m missing out. haha!

Food Aversions:  No aversions but I am changing up what I eat slightly due to heartburn.

Movement?  All the time, especially after I eat.  I think it’s so funny when I talk to them and give them a multiple choice question and they kick back.  ie…..”Should we eat cereal or toast for breakfast?  Give me a kick for cereal, it’s got blueberries.”  I talk to them all the time.

Symptoms:  Terrible heartburn but thanks to Zantac it’s been a lot better.  I also found out a few weeks ago that I’m anemic.  So I’ve been trying to up the green smoothies, spinach salads, and adding nuts and seeds to my meals.

Gender:  We are not finding out.  :)

Belly Button In or Out?  Unfortunately it’s been out for some time.  I hope it goes back.

Labor Signs?  Still have Braxton Hicks everyday but they aren’t getting anymore frequent, which is good.  Still have about 2-3 an hour that will last sporadically throughout the day.

What I miss?  Being able to work out, sleeping on my stomach/back.

What I am looking forward to?  We have our childbirth class tonight and tomorrow which should be interesting.  This past weekend my parents came to visit and we were able to get most of the nursery finished up.  Did tons of laundry and now the cutest little Newborn and 0-3mo onsies are sitting in our dresser.  Love it!!

Next appt:  Tues Feb 22nd.  It’s an ultrasound appt – LOVE THOSE!!

**Updated on the Glucose Test – I passed!!!  YAY!!!  But like I said I did find out I’m anemic but hopefully thanks to some powerful iron pills we are getting that under control.  I no longer feel like I want to stick my head in a bowl full of ice chips so that’s good.

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28 WEEKS

How far along are you? 28 weeks

Total Weight Gain:  27 pounds

How big are the babies?  2 lbs 2oz and 2 lbs 3 oz (as of Jan 12)

Maternity Clothes?  Most definitely.  I need to go shopping again for what I am hoping is one last set of maternity clothes.  I have officially outgrown my 2nd trimester wardrobe.

Sleep:  Starting to get uncomfortable.  I’m up about every 2 1/2 hours to go to the bathroom.  Sometimes I wish I could record myself stumbling my way there.  I’m sure it’s a sight. haha!

Food Cravings:  Still anything cold and/or fruity.  Ice cream, fro yo, ice chips, popsicles, fruit.  The colder the better.

Food Aversions:  No aversions but I am changing up what I eat slightly due to heartburn.

Movement?  All the time, especially after I eat.  I think it’s so funny when I talk to them and give them a multiple choice question and they kick back.  ie…..”Should we eat cereal or toast for breakfast?  Give me a kick for cereal, it’s got blueberries.”  I talk to them all the time.

Symptoms:  Terrible heartburn.  I picked up some Zantac per my doctors orders to help with the heartburn.  Crossing fingers it works.

Gender:  We are not finding out.  :)

Belly Button In or Out?  Unfortunately it’s been out for some time.  I hope it goes back.

Labor Signs?  Started having Braxton Hicks contractions last week.  Went in for a NST (non-stress test) and all was good.

What I miss?  Being able to work out.  Lots of rest for this lady lately.

What I am looking forward to?  Brent’s work crew is throwing us a shower this weekend!!  I’m so excited to see everyone!

Next appt:  Tues Feb 22nd.  It’s an ultrasound appt – LOVE THOSE!!  I had my glucose test yesterday.  The drink wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be.  Kind of a like a syrupy melted orange popsicle.  Now we wait for the results.

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I am adding a section to the blog called ‘Bites of Life’.  This page will host a more personal view of my life outside the kitchen.  There were so many times last summer that I wanted to share pictures with you guys but resisted because it didn’t “flow” with food.  Well, now that we have 2 little ones on the way, I have a feeling there will be many more tidbits to share and fun stories to tell.   Back in October I announced that we are expecting twins and I have been meaning to post some pictures of the growing belly.  It seems like ever since Christmas, each week I double in size.  Keep growing babies!!

Hope you guys enjoy the new section!!

26 WEEKS

How far along are you?  26 weeks (27 week on Monday)

Total Weight Gain:  24 pounds

How big are the babies?  2 lbs 2oz and 2 lbs 3 oz (as of Jan 12)

Maternity Clothes?  Most definitely.  I live in leggings and yoga pants when I can.

Sleep:  Getting increasingly difficult to get comfortable.

Food Cravings:  Still anything cold and/or fruity.  Ice cream, fro yo, ice chips, popsicles, fruit.  The colder the better.

Food Aversions:  No aversions but I am changing up what I eat slightly due to heartburn.  I really miss tomatoes!

Movement?  Tons!  At the last ultrasound we found out that both feet are up by my ribs on the right side.  They are constantly kicking each other and playing.  Atleast I like to think they are playing and not fighting already.  So cute!  They are most active after I eat.

Symptoms:  Terrible heartburn

Gender:  We are not finding out.  :)

Belly Button In or Out?  Unfortunately it’s been out for some time.  I hope it goes back.

Labor Signs?  None yet.  I keep telling them to make themselves comfy because they have a ways to go.  Hopefully not having labor signs yet means they are listening.

What I miss?  Sleeping on my stomach.

What I am looking forward to?  This weekend I have two friends coming down to visit!  Can’t wait!!

Next appt:  Tues Jan 24th.  It’s the dreaded 1 hr glucose test.  Fingers crossed I pass, but I’m not feeling very hopeful.