Tuesday, October 11, 2011

28 Weeks

At the end of every week, I feel an immense sense of relief that we safely made it another 7 days.  In one of my twin baby books, the author (who is an experienced OB/GYN specializing in multiple births) states his belief that many multiples are born prematurely because pregnant women hear so many horror stories and comments regarding early deliveries. He says obsessing about a premature delivery is unhealthy and ultimately can become a self-fulfilling prophesy.

While I believe a number of variables obviously affect when a baby is born, I do agree that the mind/body connection is strong. I also believe nothing good can come from obsessing over premature labor. I don't mean that I should ignore warning signs or anything like that; I just know I have a tendency to read articles and blogs that relay the worst case scenario and then lay in bed all night, imagining horrible things happening to me and the babies. After reading about a set of twins being born at 29 weeks, I was almost physically ill with worry. Obviously, this is not a good thing.

So, I have decided to focus on the positive. Each day, I imagine myself making it to 36 weeks. I imagine the babies growing healthy and strong. I visualize a great delivery and a not-so scary stay at the NICU. I constantly pray for these things as well. Of course, many factors are not in my control, but I want to do my best to remain positive. I know this is a possibility, as many of my friends have made it safely past 35 weeks. I can do it, too, right!?

So, here's to reaching 36 weeks! I know I can make it 8 more weeks. Easy.
28 Weeks... 
....and counting! (28 weeks 2 days)
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11 comments:

  1. Jenny RobbinsOctober 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    You'll totally make it to 36 weeks. :)

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  2. Kayla MoncurOctober 11, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    My aunt just delivered twin boys a couple weeks ago. I think she was like 37 weeks and both boys were well over 7 pounds. You can totally do it.

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  3. SeeJulieStampOctober 11, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    You can do it! LOVE that 2nd pic! Beautiful!!!!

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  4. ChristyOctober 11, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    I agree! Good idea to visualize 36..I visualized 38 and maybe I was overdoing it a bit:) You'll totally make it!

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  5. MeganOctober 11, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    You can DEFINITELY do it. Keep 'em cooking!

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  6. Christa and RandallOctober 11, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    you got this!!! i made it to exactly 34 weeks but my doctors told me i'd probably deliver early all along since parker came early. but my babies were each almost 5 1/2 pounds which was great for being so early!!! i bet if i had been on bed rest i may have kept them a bit longer. anyway good luck i'm sure bed rest will prevent any preterm labor!

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  7. LindsayOctober 12, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I'm finally coming out of the closet as a mad stalker of your blog. Keep up the good attitude! Good luck!

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  8. SusannahOctober 13, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Sorry if I keep things negative :( There was a reason for me to worry, YOU stay positive! :)

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  9. KellyOctober 13, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL!!!! You can do it!!!

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  10. BrittanyOctober 13, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!

    Seriously, I'm crushing on your right now.

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  11. JuaniqueOctober 15, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    "Out with the bad, in with the good". YAY for visualization! I have faith that you'll get there! Stress is a HUGE factor so stay zen-like. LOL. :) You can do it!!!

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