"any day now" at 37 weeks

I never expected to make it this long. James and I have been saying "any day now" for the past 2 weeks. When most twin books, and even my doctor, say that twins are delivered by 35 to 36 weeks, it gives a sense of expectation that the girls debut should have already happened. So to be saying as of today I am 37 weeks.... it's unbelievable. and uncomfortable.

I had 2 doctor appointments at the end of last week - both were positive visits. The ultrasound visit with the multiples specialist measured the girls to be approximately 6 pounds each! They are healthy and growing girls - it's wonderful and I couldn't be more thankful for how well they are doing. On a different note though... my thoughts automatically went to the realization that I am carrying 12 pounds of baby! what?! that's a HUGE baby - thank goodness it's 2 instead of 1!
At my doctor appointment this afternoon, my belly measured smaller than it had been of recent weeks past. You can tell by looking at the picture that I am not carrying my belly as high up as it used to be. My doctor believes that one of the girls has dropped. a sign of labor coming soon? I hope so!

My mom and brother Robert arrived today to spend their Spring Break with me - we are all hoping that the girls arrive this week. Uncle Robert cant wait to meet his nieces!

so stay tuned.... hopefully the next post will be one introducing our baby girls!