28 Weeks

28 weeks pregnant with Ava & Isla

Wednesdays appointment went really well. Both girls continued their great growth, Isla at an estimated 2lbs 8oz, and Ava 3lbs. I was so happy to hear that they are both growing well and that I am still not showing any sign of pre-term labor! During the ultrasound, both girls finally showed their faces, it was great getting to see them. We were also able to get a better look at Ava's cleft lip. Again the Ultrasound Tech noted how small it was (2mm), and after taking a good look said that Ava doesn't appear to have a cleft pallet, but that is difficult to detect 100% by ultrasound. Our doctor even said that if Ava just has the small cleft lip, I will most likely be able to nurse. After talking in depth with my Doctor we decided that the best form of delivery would be by c-section, due to the risks associated with twins sharing a placenta and the fact that Isla is twin A (in position to deliver first) and the possible complications if something were to happen to Isla before Ava could be delivered naturally. It is so funny how different it all is from my experience with Camden (working with the midwives and no need for any intervention), and I am totally fine with that.

There is not set delivery date at this point since it is all dependent on how the girls continue to do, but we expect to meet the by the time they are 37 weeks if not before. So crazy knowing we will most likely be meeting them before August 19th. My original due date was September 9th.

Starting at my next appointment in 2 weeks (7/3) we will have increased monitoring with at least weekly appointments including NST (non-stress test) to make sure that there are no indications of a need for an earlier delivery.

Thank you all for your continues prayers and support, it has been amazing!