An Update

Of course, as I'm almost 30 weeks along in the pregnancy, it has been a while since I've seen my feet while standing up. So normally I don't really notice them unless I accidentally run into something that is on the floor, but blocked from my vision because of my gigantic stomach (you'd be surprised how many times that has happened). Yesterday while sitting at the computer, I made a startling discovery about my feet....they are REALLY swollen, to the point where I can leave behind a finger imprint if I push on them. That's how bad the edema is. It's so sad that I know I'll never fit into a size 5.5 shoes again. Meghan has inherited my beautiful collection of designer shoes while I now struggle to fit my feet into a over-sized pair of Uggs.

On a happier note, I believe I had my last visit to the diabetic clinic at BC Womens on Monday. I basically told the endocrinologist that I refuse to take insulin to bring my blood sugar down 0.5mM of what they expect is "ideal". AND I kid you not............he assumed the Mr. Burns hand position and said that there would be "dire consequences to your baby" if I were not to use insulin. At that point, I just had to roll my eyes and remind him AGAIN that I'm having twins and explain to him that I know of the risks involved, and my Ob and I have also discussed the implications of not having tightly controlled blood sugars in length, and we feel comfortable with those risks to myself and the babies. So he said there wasn't any point of my return to the clinic if I don't believe in their beliefs. Yippeee!!!!

The nursery is coming along quite nicely. It's going to be painted on Friday with a very expensive but equally eco-friendly paint. The theme for the nursery has been chosen We're going with the Lambs and Ivy "Jake" motif. Most of the essential furniture like the cribs, change table, car seats etc. have been ordered and will be arriving soon or is already here.

My hospital bag is packed for the most part. It's a little scary to think how soon these babies will be here. I can't wait to meet them!