The Twins Are Two Weeks Old

I was so totally not expecting to have to have a C section especially since my water broke first. I was completely amazed and terrified once they said I hadda go under the knife. I have never had surgery before. I had hoped to go through this life without one. I guess the Universe sought otherwise. Oh well. I would have much rather went full term since I only had three weeks left to go anyway. Now this seems to be extended and worse than being pregnant. Moving around is complicated and a chore and I so want to hurry and get back to myself. Not to mention post pardum oh my gee...this pregnancy was one wild ride, but I am loving the outcome...two beautiful baby girls that I just adore. I'm in love all over again. I'm sure I'll get over it soon, I'm just so ready. I know better days are ahead.

It is so good to interact with someone who knows what this is like. I tell you, it's really just the end all to a long journey. I had no idea. I will never look at things the same again after this road I have been down. I guess this must be the lesson in patience I needed cause I have totally had to just sit back and relax even though I didn't want to. While I have experienced my post pardum, usually I have been crying for a reason, but I am usually a person whom it is hard for me to cry so the fact that it has been so easy to do so has not set well with me. I wish I had the support like you say. Although, I do have some, I would have rather had a different kind that I'll probably use to make another post on here for later. I am really wanting my strength and sanity back so I can get to work. The twins need me in more than one way and are totally depending on me to get it together. Thanks for the encouragement. It sure is needed. I be glad when I see the fruit of those better days we speak of :)

I know exactly how you feel. I've been there too and as a new mom at that time, I really have no idea how to handle the situation. But support from other people really helps :) I also went through post partum and mine's even worse. I can't even look at my baby and I've been crying constantly for no reason. But all is well now :) Just be patient. I know how hard it is to undergo the surgery. It will really take some time and for sure, better days are indeed ahead :)

I am doing my best to be patient and take it slow. It's hard for a person like me to have to depend on others. I'm not used to that. It is definitely a learning experience I won't soon forget. I decided I'd try doing some writing today for the first time in three months. I'm going to have to learn some new and innovative ways to get my stuff done now that I have two more added to my plate. I'm just going to be writing a lot about them I guess. LOL. Healing sure does take a long time it seems. I wonder is it in my mind or does it really take this long...its only been two weeks so I guess that's not that bad. I just need my full strength back as soon a possible. Thank you for your well wishes.

Thank you. I have to admit they are a joy. I thought it was going to be very hard with two of them at the same time, but it's actually kinda fun. I guess it's all in the way you look at it. I had been away from mylot the last few months of my pregnancy. Just too tired to do any writing. I had gotten so big. One twin was 6 lbs. 5 oz. and the other was 6 lbs. 1 oz. The Doctor said that was a pretty impressive size for Twins. My water had broke that afternoon and by the time I made it to the hospital the oldest one was on her way out of my cervix feet first!! So I had to have emergency surgery. Totally unexpected, but it saved our lives so, it was necessary. They have some similarities, but they are not identical. One looks like the father, and the other looks like me. It is pretty cool though. I look at them sometimes and still can't believe I have Twins. I always wanted them, but just never thought it would happen. Their father is a twin and so is my brother so I guess when you mate with a twin and they run in your blood line, that makes it even more possible.

Yes, hyper and bi-polar. What fun! Take lots of pics cause they grow so fast.

I'm not sure the pics will replace the actual experience of them being infants, but I do understand what you mean. I take them when I have the time or I remember.

Hyper and bi-polar? What a combo. Yikes! I have to remember to take pictures because these two little tikes keep me going. I am remembering to enjoy myself though while watching them grow. They are so adorable. I wish it didn't have to end, but I know it will. That's why I am enjoying every minute of them being cute little babies.

Usually, when in the past when I gave birth, the pain was over right after delivery, but in this case it is different due to surgery. So there is no way for it to be over that quickly. I wish just seeing the twins was enough to make it go away and that indeed would make it all better, however that is not the case. I know it will be over soon so I am not worried. I am more impatient than anything. Congratulations on your pregnancy. I remember my first trimester carrying the twins and it was not pretty. I'm glad you have had a chance to get over that part...the last trimester is the one that should concern you at this point...LOL...take care and I wish you all the best on the birth of your new baby.

Yes, motherhood is a priceless journey, although this isn't my first time. I have seven children total. My oldest is 20. I know it is a blessing to have these two precious little ones. I am so excited that I got twins. I was impressed and shocked when I found out. I had always wanted them, just didn't think it would ever happen. Much to my surprise it did.

I'm not sure I would say you are unlucky. You just haven't had your time yet. The father of my twins is a twin himself and twins run in my family, so I suppose it was a great chance that I would get twins this time. I had wanted them for a long time and gave up on the idea when it never happened and then what do you know. I have to admit though, I wanted boys, but hey it doesn't matter now, cause I am loving taking care of the girls just as much. Thank you for the congrats.

Thank you. Thank you. Yes, I am glad I am feeling better also. Not as fast as I would like, but I'm getting there. I really wasn't feeling all that great even before. Especially since I am a small woman and was carrying over 12 lbs of baby, not including the water. I gained almost 100 lbs with this pregnancy. Thank goodness nursing allows for quick weight loss as I am almost back to my pre-pregnancy weight. Whew! I was worried would I be able to get back to it easily. I love how the body just works hand in hand like that. I have been enjoying them.They are such a joy to watch as they discover the outside world. They are just so precious to me. I wouldn't trade this time for anything in the world.

Hey Hatley, you are right, everything is double. I am just making sure to be patient with them and myself as I learn what being the mother of twins is all about. They are so precious and yes they are work. Especially having to nurse them both at the same time, which I am proud to say I am getting better at each day. Let's just hope I can maintain this whole thing. It's definitely a full time job.

I plan on enjoying the very much. In fact, I am already. I don't have all the help I would want at this time, but I suppose I have what I need and for that I am grateful.

I appreciate that. My six year is my help and she does a great job! I am sure they will bring me joy...just having them was more joy than I could express. I can't wait to see what wonderful things they show me as they grow older. I am greatly anticipating that cause they are such a blessing. They came at a very trying time in life and that usually means that great things are on the horizon. Stay tuned. I'll keep you all posted...lol

You Grandmother is definitely RIGHT!! LOL...it is just like that. Unless you are smart like me and you start waking them up at the same time, feeding them the same time and teaching them early about schedules and how things are going to be. I am totally running this show. I refuse to be exhausted. Especially since I'm also the bread winner and my rest is majorly important. These babies are counting on me. Not to mention my six year old as well. I totally figured out after a few days that they have several different schedules. One that them together and then one for the each of them that requires their own personal time with me. Which is cool. Good thing, I don't sleep much, but now the time that use to be mine is theirs. Oh, the joys of motherhood. Oh well, Its my Lot in life I guess, LOL...thanks for the well wishes and I will enjoy them.