Triplet Pregnancy Update - 32 Weeks

I can't believe we've made it another two weeks! Yay!!!

Here I am!

Yeah...I think I only have a few tops left that still fit. Even Josh's 2XL Ts are getting too short now!

How am I feeling. Well...honestly...I have my ups and downs.

Mostly I'm doing ok overall. Of course I'm uncomfortable. I just can't hardly do anything...so mentally, I'm suffering the most. It's the worse feeling to have so many things I want to do...but I just can't do it. I know growing my babies is my top priority...but it's still annoying because I'm such a control freak. I'll be laying down resting and just making mental lists of things I wish I was actually doing.

I still can run short errands...but I think that'll be ending soon. Or maybe do a load of laundry or some dishes, but I am now really trying not and push it as I know labor could happen any day. 32 weeks is the average triplet pregnancy...so...YIKES!

I get the most pain in my lower back (from walking). And around my hips, especially while laying down and sleeping. I wake up and have to flip multiple times a night...but overall, I'm sleeping ok I guess. My belly does contract on and off once I'm walking or doing dishes or something...but nothing regular or painful, and it stops as soon as I rest.

I am still finding it hard to eat and rarely have an appetite. But...I'm trying to eat as much as I can each day. I'm still craving fresh deli-meat, and I still can't wait to eat a sandwich from Jimmy John's after I give birth.

I actually feel bad for Josh, too. He says he's ready for the babies to come. I think what he's really ready for is for me to not be pregnant since I'm so moody and uncomfortable. I know it's hard on him in other ways since he gets the brunt of my whining and complaining. Especially in the evenings...from about 4pm on...I'm usually not the happiest person. LOL! It's hard because I don't want to be so unhappy either...but I'm just annoyed. Then...I feel bad for feeling annoyed because I know I shouldn't be annoyed. LOL!

It really is my goal to make it another 2-3 weeks longer if I can, and if the babies are doing ok of course. I want the babies to be as big and healthy as possible. I really want their NICU time to be short.

I've had family and friends over to help clean and organize and I'm SO thankful for their help. It's the weirdest feeling directing them on what to do while I just lay there...and makes me so uncomfortable. I don't know why accepting help is so hard for me to do!

This last weekend we got our furniture moved downstairs. So after Christmas we will finish moving the rest of our stuff downstairs and getting it organized. Then, we will begin the nursery set up and organization!!! It's getting VERY real now as each week passes! We still need to purchase car seats...but I think that's the last of the big purchases we need. Also, Josh even said we should figure out some type of theme and try and decorate the nursery a bit. It's so funny to hear him say that, but I've done NO planning of that sort. Poor triplets!

I head back for another appointment the day after Christmas. So I'll try and update later this week...we should find out how big the boys are, and also hopefully get a tentative birth date for them. Exciting...and scary, too!

Daddy Goes to PreSchool!

So Friday was M's last day at school before her winter break, and it was also their holiday party day. Josh and I were happy to spend the morning with M, and I was so glad that Josh finally got to observe M at school. I'll let most of the pictures do the 'talking.'

Practicing writing her name. Josh and I were impressed!

Working on a holiday craft.

Making a snow globe.

Josh was a hit playing puppets with all the kids!

Alphabet Bingo with her friend Barrett's mama.

Visit from Santa!!!

We love her school and teachers SO much. She is so happy while she's there - which is so comforting for us.

Foto Friday - Santa Picture!

Yes...Foto Friday on a Saturday. My intention was to post this yesterday. :)

M and Santa! 

(It took her a while to warm up to him since she told me she only likes the Santa that's at the mall...)

And, I think we have our first awkward family photo?! How weird is my body position??? I felt like I was going to crush Santa's knee! And, the photographer cut off the top of Josh's head.

Thanks to Grandma Tracy's Ruhl and Ruhl office for hosting this fun event!

It's almost Christmas! Yay!

Triplet Pregnancy Update - 30 Weeks

I honestly can't believe I made it to 30 weeks! 

And, I'm still moving and somewhat active! My house is a complete wreck, I look and feel pretty tired, and I'm pretty moody (I think I cry or almost cry daily - poor Josh) - but hey...you can't have it all!

Here I am! 

Yeah - I'm ginormous. And, my belly has definitely dropped a bit. No wonder people stare at me! I kinda still shock myself. Bev wanted to know how big around I was. I didn't want to do it at first, but curiosity got to me, and I let Josh measure my 'waist' and I'm about 48" around. Um...yeah...that's 4 feet! BUT...most importantly, the babies are doing well!!! 

I had an ultrasound last Tues. and today. These are quick ones where they do an anatomy check and fluid check and then monitor their movements and breathing (well, they check to make sure they are practicing some breathing at some point within a half hour). They all have been passing with flying colors each week. I have another u/s like this next week. My next growth u/s to find out how big they are will not be for another 2 weeks (at 32 weeks) - sometime around Christmas I'm guessing.

A couple u/s pics from last week.

Baby B at 29 weeks giving us thumbs up.

Baby B at 29 weeks already has visible hair!!! That's what those lines are under the word 'hair.'

The babies are already showing their personalities a little bit. Baby A and C (one of the twins and the fraternal) are both head down. Baby A is on the bottom (poor guy) and C is on my right side. Baby B (the other twin) is on my left and is head up. Baby B is the most active and the most 'photogenic.' We always seem to get the 'best' pictures of him. Baby C is definitely the least active. We had to wait for some time today for him to decide to move and show us that he's practicing his breathing. And, I think Baby A will be the most easy going - as we witnessed him getting kicked in the head today by Baby B. And, he's constantly having his brothers basically laying on him a lot. 

Here's some pictures from today's u/s.

30 weeks - A's face.

30 weeks B's - profile. She told me he's sticking out his tongue.

30 weeks - C's little baby rolls. I think it's just skin - I don't think they are that chubby yet...but I could be wrong.

So, how am I doing? Overall, I think pretty good all things considered. Of course I'm uncomfortable and I can't stand, walk, or sit for long. I've seemed to have lost my appetite, and have to force and remind myself to eat - unless is Mexican from Las Lomas (a restaurant in Muscatine) - I feel like I could eat that at any time. I'm still drinking just one Ensure drink a day. And, I'm drinking as much water as I can.

I'm feeling a bit more stressed as I know the babies will be here anytime in the next 2-6 weeks. We have a lot to do...but I know it will get done. Of course normal holiday stress and preparation is on my mind. And, I've also been thinking more about Madison and how her little life is going to change so drastically soon - a post on that will probably come soon.

Well...that's it for now. I'm going to try and sneak in a quick cat nap before M wakes from her nap!

28 Weeks - Ultrasound Update

We had our growth ultrasound today. And, the numbers are in!

Baby A - 2 lbs. 14 oz. (60th %)
Baby B - 3 lbs. 1 oz. (76th %)
(the twins)
Baby C - 2 lbs. 15 oz. (69th %)

Apparently, my body is pretty good at growing 'big' babies! Josh and I were both surprised at their approximate weights. Personally...I was just hoping they were all around 2.5 lbs., but they all surpassed my goal! It's hard to imagine about 9 lbs. of baby in there (M was almost 9 lbs. at birth)!

They also watched each baby for the number of movements, and to be sure they were practicing breathing, and all three did well. Their fluids were all fine. Their heart beats were all fine. My blood pressure and everything else is looking good. I've gained about 28 lbs. The doctors were very happy with our progress thus far. These kind of appointments are the best as my spirits are now lifted, and I'm definitely feeling happier and more at ease with their development.

Here are a few pictures...they aren't the best because it's getting crowded in there. So, it's more challenging to get 'good' pictures.

Baby A's profile.

Baby B's face.

Baby C's face.

I will now go every week for an ultrasound and appointment.

We also toured the NICU today, and spoke with some of the NICU staff to start getting an understanding of what to expect and how things will go during and after delivery. It was great talking to them, but a little overwhelming, too, with all the information.

Just a couple of the things they shared with us that stuck with me most so far is that there will probably be about 12 staff members in the room - 3 for each baby, and 3 for me! The doctor also told me not to be alarmed if I don't hear crying from them when they are born.

We learned about the benefits of the steroid shots I will probably get closer to delivery to help their lungs develop and help with a couple other things. And that they will likely have to have help breathing and eating for a while.

We also spoke about my intentions to breastfeed, and they are very supportive of me pumping/nursing as their development allows. So, that was nice to hear.

From what we understand, the 'magic' number of weeks that I'd ideally like to make it to is 34 weeks - January 5th. Seems like a LONG time to still be pregnant...but I guess I should focus on days...since each day is an accomplishment at this point.

Also, at this point, I also want family and friends to know that while we SO appreciate all the love and support we are getting, and will get once the babies are born. Please be patient and understanding about visiting them in the NICU (and once they are home). There are strict rules about visiting the NICU of course to keep not only OUR babies, but all the other babies healthy, too. You all know me...I'm sure I'll post plenty of pictures on FB and the blog to keep y'all updated!

For those of you who think I was kind of a germ-a-phobe before...I have a feeling these preemies are going to bring it out like NO other! I'm already looking for the signs to put on their car seats that tell people not to touch them and remind people to wash their hands. Not only do I not want them sick of course...but if one does get sick, I have to worry about 2 more (and M) also getting sick! Eeeee!!!

Ok. Nap time for this Mama before M wakes.
Happy Thanksgiving week everyone!

Triplet Pregnancy Update - 28 Weeks

I can't believe I made it to 28 weeks already!

Here I am...large and in charge and ready for week 28!

It's been a while...so this will probably be a longer update. Week 25 was ok, EXCEPT I had a terrible cold and a cough that brought me to tears a couple days. Who knew coughing would be so painful for a pregnant woman. But...we survived. Week 26 was also pretty good overall.

This last week - #27 - has been the roughest thus far. I think carrying these babies is finally starting to wear on my body (and my mind). 

Physically - I'm experiencing more lower back pain when I'm up and moving. Especially by the evening. I'm not able to lift or carry hardly anything without feeling it. I just kind of 'hit a wall' mid afternoon, and around 8pm and I'm ready to just lay down. I'm not sleeping as well because I have to flip from side to side 2-3 times a night to stay comfortable. I think I've gained around 25-30 lbs. I don't weigh myself at home...so I'll know for sure on Tuesday.

My belly is definitely feeling stretched and tightens a lot. The babies do their fair share of moving and pushing around in there. I think they are most active (or I just notice it the most) from about 8-10 pm. I usually enjoy the feeling...but lately their movements also make me feel a bit uncomfortable almost. Who knows what other organs they are poking and pushing on in there! LOL! Josh is NOT a fan of feeling them kick hard or feeling body parts push out.

Mentally - I have to admit I cried a couple times this week when feeling sorry for myself for feeling lousy and feeling like I'm not accomplishing anything. Also, just feeling 'not myself' is sometimes sad. It's been kinda hard this holiday season only because I still want to take M to Festival of Trees, and we have to cut our tree and decorate the house. I'm determined to do both of those things this week. It's also been GOOD to be pregnant because for ONCE in my life I'm not procrastinating on shopping for gifts or our holiday cards!

I am getting more used to stares and questions when we are out and about. But, sometimes I still get self-conscience with all the stares I get from the public. I know my baby belly must look pretty shocking to most people...they are probably just worried I'm going to go into labor! But most of you know me, and know that I'm not one to necessarily like all the attention, and I still get uncomfortable. Oh well. I better get used to it!

It's hard to believe that I'm hoping to stay pregnant for at least 4 more weeks. Sometimes I feel like I can definitely do that...and sometimes...that feels like a LONG time. But...I'm pretty determined to NOT have them born before Christmas. So, we'll see!  Don't worry too much about me though. I'm doing my best to do as much as I still can WITHOUT overdoing it. I know it's important to take care of myself for my whole family.

I am SO happy to have made it to 28 weeks. It was my main goal from the beginning. My next goal is to make it to 30 weeks.

(Jengo photo-bombed my picture of myself from today!)

Josh says I move like a 90 year old man. It's true. But hey...at least I'm still moving! :) Josh has been very supportive. He's always worried about me resting, eating, and drinking enough water. He is finishing the floor in the downstairs basement this week, and once we get our bedroom moved down there I'll be ready to start cleaning and organizing the master bedroom for the triplets. Josh works so hard for our family and me, and I'm so incredibly thankful for him.

Starting in December I think I'll be needing more help around the house with minor cleaning and organizing. We have a lot to de-clutter and get organized before the boys arrive I've just been waiting for us to get moved and settled. So, if you are free for a morning or afternoon randomly in December...let me know! Or, if I need something, be ready for a FB request or text! :)

Madison talks about the babies and my belly a lot. The other night we were laying in her bed and she told me she had a baby in her belly...and she put her hand on her belly and told me she could feel him move. One day M also asked me where my lap went since she can't really sit on my lap anymore. LOL! I love her so much, and it's been hard on me not picking her up and cuddling her as much But, she is SO sweet and tells me a lot that she can't wait to help feed her brothers and give them baths.

I *THINK* we have finally agreed on their names. I'm still mulling over one of them...but...for now...I think we are set. This is kinda a teaser of an update since we WILL NOT be sharing until they are born! Sorry!

We go on Tuesday for our growth ultrasound, appointment with my doctors, and our NICU tour and consult. Hopefully they are all growing well and are healthy! I'll be back on Tuesday to post how everything goes.

P.S. We figured out that my steering wheel moves back. So...I've still got some wiggle room and am able t drive! Wohoo!!!

Foto Friday - For Her Brothers

M picked out her first gift for her brothers last week.

She got them their own lovies - Bear, Zebra, and Puppy! So sweet!
(At least she knows her Piggy is now SAFE!)

M knows "The Pledge of Allegiance"

Wanted to save/share this here, too.

"And justice for August."

My favorite line!

Triplet Pregnancy Update: 25 Weeks

25 weeks already! WOW!

Last week I had a growth ultrasound.

Baby A was 1 pound 7 oz.
Baby B was 1 pound 11 oz.
Baby C was 1 pound 12 oz.

Even thought Baby A (one of the twins) was the smallest...he is still in the 44th percentile, and so they are all doing great and growing wonderfully. My next growth u/s will be in 4 weeks (the week of Thanksgiving).

The best news of all is that Baby A and B's fluid levels evened out! So, from what I understand, the risk of them developing TTTS from here on out is pretty UNLIKELY. I was SO happy, and with that news, and now surpassing 24 weeks, I finally felt I could breath a little and know that the babies are doing well. My doctor said I was very healthy and that whatever I've been doing I should just keep doing. I had my flu shot and Tdap vaccination, and took the 1 hr. glucose test. I'm off this week with no appointments...but will be back to weekly appointments starting next week with the doctors and ultrasounds every two weeks now.

This picture made me smile because the photographer was obviously doing something to make me laugh. Oh, Josh...


Anyways, overall I am feeling pretty good I think. My lower back is starting to ache a bit more. And, sitting or laying in one position for too long makes me uncomfortable. But, other than that. I'm feeling ok. I'm still sleeping pretty good at night, but these last two weeks I've been feeling more tired during the day and may have to go back to cat-napping when M naps. :)

Since my last update I've had 2 baby showers and we have been SPOILED beyond my imagination with diapers, clothes, and other baby necessities. :) We are so appreciative of our family and friends and their generosity! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I really can't go anywhere in public without questions about my due date. I am wondering what will be said in the coming weeks as my belly continues to grow. I sometimes have to prepare myself for comments and questions before going out...sometimes it doesn't bother me, and sometimes I just want to make my purchase and be on my way. I guess I better try and get used to the attention now, and after their born!

My belly is getting awfully close to the steering wheel...*sigh*

My next mini-goal is to make it to 28 weeks!

Foto Friday - M's Halloween Costume

M's Halloween costume choice this year. :)

(I plan to do a Halloween post...hopefully...bust just in case I don't...lol.)

P.S. Happy Birthday to Grandma Tracy today!!!

TWINS and Triplets???

M and I spent the afternoon with our besties, Ellie and Sarah Grace, at the mall.

The girls were thrilled to be wearing matching shirts (Ellie and I didn't plan this), and walked all the way from Von Maur to the food court holding hands. So sweet!

On the way to lunch a woman at the mall stopped us. Ellie and I both assumed she would comment or ask questions about my belly...but instead she said, 

"How old are these girls? Are they one year apart? Or...are they TWINS???"

TWINS?! After telling her they were just best friends and about 3 months apart...Ellie and I walked away flabbergasted...but also amused! Twins?!

We stopped to make a purchase. After the woman ringing me up did her fair share of questioning me about my due date...yaddah, yaddah, M, SG, and Ellie walked up next to me, and the woman said,
"Oh, ok...now are these TWO yours, too?!" 
Again...I told her that just M was mine and that we were with our best friends. But...that's the second time today they were basically asked if they were sisters!!!

We let the girls do their first photo booth photo shoot together!

Love these cuties!!!

Then, we headed back to Von Maur to go home. The girls love to stop and dance if someone is there playing music. They walked up to the pianist and requested, Old McDonald, and I heard the woman ask M, "Are you two SISTERS?" And I heard M say, Yes we are." (lol) Third time we were asked if they were sisters today!!! :)


Just doing some purse shopping.

And...since we take our fair share of photos of the girls...we decided they'd get a turn to take our picture.

Madison's best shot. My belly is OUT of control...I'm gonna pretend it's not that big. This is just a bad angle...right?!?!?!?  (Thanks, M! LOL!)

Sarah Grace's best shot! Not too bad!

And...another by SG. It's fun to see what we look like from our toddlers' points of view. LOL! (I will use this picture of us in the future to remind myself that I hope my figure looks as great as Ellie's someday. Seriously...could my belly be any rounder?!)

We love these Sears girls so much, and we are so THANKFUL they are a part of our lives!

Happy Halloween from M and SG!

3 Years 2.5 Months Old

So I'm a bit behind on Madison's 'monthly' update now that she's 3 years old.
Better late than never. Right?!

I have to start with her Pre-School picture.

How adorable is this?!

At her 3-Year check up she was about 40 lbs. and 40 inches. She's currently wearing 4T-5T clothes and I've even bought her some in size 'small' in the 'big girls' clothes section. *sigh*

She is STILL a vegetarian. Beyond starving her and then only offering meat. I haven't figured out how to get her to try any meat. She is hesitant to really try any new foods. So for now...her diet consists of fresh fruit and fruit cups, yogurt (Greek and regular), crackers (gold fish and Ritz), french fries, 'junk food' - ice cream, chips, cookies, mashed sweet potatoes, ketchup, crescent rolls, cereal, and Casey's bread sticks. She loves milk. I give her juice occasionally. This has definitely been one area of parenting that I slacked on the most and have learned from for sure. The triplets will NOT be this picky (I don't think they will have a choice. lol!)

Speaking of ketchup...

She said, "I'm the Ketchup Queen because I LOOOOOVE Ketchup!"
Silly girl.

She is doing GREAT with potty training. I think she's ready to drop her diaper at nap...I just haven't done it. But I should probably start before the triplets arrive.

She still naps 5 or 6 days of the week for a couple hours in the afternoon (and I am SO grateful for that). She can handle skipping it once a week or so...but more than that and she becomes a terror. Her bed time is still between 8-9pm. And she wakes around 7/7:30am.

She is still doing great in her 'big girl bunk bed.' Once she wakes, she still stays in her bed until I come to get her. I love her for that. She's really only left her room once on her own since we switched her to her bunk bed. Isn't that crazy! I can't even believe that!

Madison Loves:
Piggy and Bunny
She loves watching Mountain Man with her Daddy
Candy
Playing Outside
Animals
Watching her 'shows' on TV
(new favorites are LaLaLoopsy, Sophia the First, and Bubble Guppies - she still loves Curious George, Dora and Diego, Caillou, and Mickey Mouse)
Using glue for crafts
Music
Books
Parties
Time with her Nabi or Kindle

Madison Doesn't Love:
Bath time
Having her hair brushed
Trying new foods
Hugging - she's stingy with hugs
Good-Byes (she usually sad all the fun is ending)

Madison is our little 'social butterfly.' It always perplexes Josh and I since neither he or I consider ourselves to be overly extroverted...but she LOVES being with people. She is constantly asking me what we're doing for the day, who we are seeing, where we are going, or who is coming to our house.

Example 1: Recently we went to Cedar Falls and spent the day with a bunch of our college friends (no other kids really) and M had a blast at the tailgating party and dinner out later that day. The next morning she asked if we were going to 'party' again and that she already missed her new friends! Meanwhile...Josh and I were ready to go home and be with ourselves of course. LOL. Josh mentioned that once she goes to college we better be prepared for her to be a 'partier.' Eeee!

Example 2: Last Thursday when she woke up from nap she asked me who would be coming to her house tonight to play. I told her no one tonight. She then cried for 45 minutes. When she finally settled down, she said, "I cried because I was so sad that no one was come to see me!"

She can put on her underwear, pants, socks, and shoes on her own. We are working on her shirts. She is also working on getting her coat on herself - that second arm in the sleeve is always a challenge.

Madison loves music. She enjoys singing and dancing, and I find her humming and singing songs a lot while she plays.

She also loves 'reading.' She has lots of her books memorized. Or she will 'read' and make up stories as she looks at the pictures.

Madison is very independent. She is all about doing things 'by herself.' She loves helping me around the house. And, she never turns down Josh if he asks her to help him out in the shop. Her independence also leads her to some questionable behavior that is usually followed by a time-out. lol.



Our Madison is a confident, smart, (semi) sweet (lol) little girl that truly makes every day a joy for us. :)

Foto Friday - Leg, Bottom, and Arm, Oh My!

The best the ultrasound picture we could get of all 3 boys in one shot! LOL! At least parts of all 3!

P.S. Their hearts are looking good! My next ultrasound is Tuesday and I'll find out how big they are!

Triplet Pregnancy Update: 23 Weeks

Here I am at the start of 23 weeks!!!

I think this might be the last of my outside pictures. It was chilly out there today!

The size of my baby belly still shocks me when I catch my reflection at home or when we're out. I'm sure it's quite startling to others sometimes, too! I always think it kinda looks fake because it's so round and big!

Overall, I am feeling pretty good - all things considered. Last Tuesday I met with another one of the doctors from the High Risk OB Team at the UofI and continue to feel SO much more comfortable and confident with my care and for the babies' care from here on out.

I am of course feeling uncomfortable at times. And...I'm definitely feeling my energy levels dropping...but that's expected. I think I'm moving slower in general with everything I do! My lower back will ache a bit if I'm standing or sitting for too long.

I'm still sleeping pretty comfortably. I'm usually just up once to use the bathroom.

No real food cravings...except for things I can't have (like a deli turkey sub from Jimmy John's). I am still guilty of sneaking in a fountain Coke once or twice a week.

My doctors do not recommend any type of bed rest at this point. They tell me to do what I feel I can do and to rest when I need to rest. Ok. I'll take that for now. :)

The babies continue to stay stable. So, that makes me happy and is all I can hope for. This coming Thursday we go for a the echo-ultrasound to check the twins' hearts. The concern right now is with Baby B (the one with the extra fluid) because of the extra fluid, his little heart may be working a little too hard. So...we shall see. I will also have a regular ultrasound to check fluids. I'm not sure if they will check the growth of the babies next Thursday or not. If not Thursday, then the next one for sure I was told. I'll be sure to post once I get updates of the babies sizes. I'm curious to know how much they've been growing since week 20!

I do feel movement every day. Just this last week I noticed that sometimes certain movements can be seen from the outside, too. So weird!

I finally got around to registering this weekend (and today). I registered at Babies R Us and Target. It was SO different registering for this pregnancy than for M. All I can think about is diapers! LOL. It's also a different, but FUN, experience shopping for boys stuff. It's weird because my eyes always want to wander to the girls stuff first.

Anyways...here's a fun picture of my baby bump with M compared to me now!
I can't BELIEVE I'm the same size NOW as I was with M at 31 weeks!
That kinda scares me. LOL!

(I find it funny my hair is the same length and I'm wearing purple in both pictures.)

Until next time!

Foto Friday - Fall Decor

Gotta love M's contributions to the fall decorations in our home!

I love her bats the most. She told me she made a Mommy Bat and a Baby Bat just like her and me.
What a sweetie!

Foto Friday - Baking with Great G'ma Bevy!

On Tuesday Bev came over to spend some time with M so I could get some office work done.

And...we got some pumpkin chocolate chip muffins out of the deal, too! Wohoo!

21 Week Ultrasound Photos & Update

Today I returned for an ultrasound to check on the babies.

The twin's levels were consistent with last week...so that was good news! No change.

Again, all the organs for now appear to be developing normally. They all had good heart rates. They were super active. It was amazing and funny to watch them kicking each other and kind of sitting on each other.

Baby A is the lowest and on my right, Baby B is mid level and on my left, and Baby C is also on the right, kinda above Baby A.

I will have a special ultrasound of the twins' hearts in two weeks because of the uneven fluid distribution and because of the sharing.

Anyways, short and sweet update post. My doctors said no news and 'boring' results are a good thing in multiples. I just hope for continued healthy development of the babies and that the fluid levels stay consistent if not improve.

Oh, and I finally got around to scanning some ultrasound pictures to share.

Baby C - legs in the air. Oh, and that's not an outie belly button...that's him showing off his man-parts.

Baby A's Profile.

Kind of a creepy picture of Baby B's face and hand/fingers.

Baby B's spine.

Have a good weekend, everyone! We are headed to Cedar Falls on Saturday to celebrate UNI's Homecoming, and I'm super excited to see some of our friends we met in college.

I just realized none of my UNI clothing will fit me...may have to steal a shirt from Josh I guess!

The Anticipated Gender Reveal of the Smyser Triplets!

Ok. Ok. Ok. I know I've been holding off FOR forever with this information. So, happy scrolling!!!

Thank you SO much to my friend and photographer, Kelli - Bearfoot Photography, for the less than 24 hr. turn-around on getting these photos to us! :) I just wanted to share a few more of the shots Kelli got.

My personal favorite of the afternoon!

P.S. We will NOT be sharing names until they are born. We are still in process anyways. Sorry! :)