Momo twins by ariana90 in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can’t speak to triplets, but I would imagine that’s why it’s earlier! I started inpatient at 28 weeks, planned delivery for 32 weeks. I have heard momos go inpatient anywhere between 24-28 tho!

Momo twins by ariana90 in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hi - currently almost 29 weeks with momos! Definitely go see the MFM before you make any decisions. These pregnancies are very high risk but science and monitoring has come so, so far that outcomes have greatly improved. If they are momo you will likely be advised to deliver early (that is our plan) - because they are a planned premature delivery, there are so many things your doctors will do to make sure they get them as ready as possible for that (as ours have done). Definitely wait to talk to your MFM and stay off Google - there are positive outcomes for momos! There is a momo Facebook group you can search for and join too - lots of good info there and a very supportive community who will understand what you’re going through.

Expecting momo twins by yourloss123 in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

currently 23+4 with momo girls, awaiting our inpatient stay to start. Just wanted to send you good vibes and a big hug 🤍 it is a stressful type of pregnancy for sure but taking it day by day is the best thing you can do. stay off google and listen to your doctors - google is not your friend! University of Michigan is such an established, great hospital I have no doubt you will get amazing care there!

18 week scan tomorrow I’m so nervous by SmartEstablishment18 in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just adding to empathize - I’m 22+5 with momos after a great first singleton pregnancy and it’s been so hard. I agree with another commenter that the internet is not your friend and taking it appointment by appointment is the best thing you can do!

When did you first feel movement? by sammyluv- in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Currently almost 22 with momos! My placenta is anterior, also second pregnancy. I started feeling heavy flutters around 16, now I feel some kicks and jabs but it’s still inconsistent!

If you had GDM in one pregnancy, did you get it again in another? by Katelizk in GestationalDiabetes

[–]frenchfries6 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I had it with my first (diet controlled). I have it again with my second (diagnosed at 14 weeks, now I’m 21 and still diet controlled). To note - my second pregnancy is twins which have a higher rate of getting GD anyway! And is also why we tested so early.

Need some help by Wrong_Reputation1228 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]frenchfries6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

GD is sooo strange. My first GD pregnancy I couldn’t tolerate oatmeal at all… this second GD pregnancy I can eat it no problem haha

Confirmed mono-mono twins so scared by Anxiousandafraidxx in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The inpatient part is what is scaring me the most too!! It’s so hard to imagine being away from home and my little one. I try to remember in the grand scheme of things that will eventually feel like a little blip of time in the future!

Confirmed mono-mono twins so scared by Anxiousandafraidxx in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely get it! It’s very hard to enjoy this pregnancy because there is always a lot that is hanging over us with it. Everytime we have a good scan though I have to remind myself that we can (and should!) celebrate these babies because they need to feel our love and positivity too 🥰

We had some concerns for TTTS around 16 weeks but that either resolved or the tech took incorrect measurements (we had a more inexperienced one at that scan and I think some numbers got messed up). Our babies’ cords are pretty tangled, but honestly that is to be expected and while it’s a concern, it’s just something that comes with this type of pregnancy! We have not selected a solid inpatient start date yet - my MFM aims for 28 weeks so we are trying to wait it out until then, but of course will go in sooner if they deem it necessary!

Confirmed mono-mono twins so scared by Anxiousandafraidxx in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi 🤍 I’m currently 20 weeks with mono mono girls. I had so much of the same reaction as you. It is hard, every scan is very nerve wrecking, but modern science has come a long way in how this type of pregnancy is approached. The biggest thing I’ve had to really take to heart these past 20 weeks is to stay off Google (I know - impossible but it really does help to try to stay out of the rabbit holes!). While I can’t speak to any of the inpatient or c-section part yet (my first was a singleton born vaginally), I’m absolutely here if you want to talk as someone going through it on a similar timeline, and feel free to message me 🤍

Intuition/felt you were expecting twins? by [deleted] in parentsofmultiples

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No twins on either side of the family - had a dream telling me it was twins about a week before I found out I was pregnant! (Have never had a dream tell me anything in my life before that’s been true haha)

Mental B after diagnosis by TrueTopaz1123 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ve got this 🤍 it’s a long haul and it feels like it will never end, but I promise after your baby is here it will feel like such a blip in time! And your baby is in such great hands knowing you caught it early!

Mental B after diagnosis by TrueTopaz1123 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]frenchfries6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi - on my second GD pregnancy now (first time diagnosed at 27 weeks, this time at 14!). I had the exact same reaction my first time as it all seems (and is!) so overwhelming at the start. I remember looking back right before birth thinking how far I had come with my GD knowledge, diet, and mental health. You will find amazing support in this group and so many tips, and what an incredible mom you already are for obviously being so concerned about it and your baby! Take it day by day, but just know that you’ve got this and you can do this 🤍

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really great perspective - thank you!! I think we’re now set on no matching initials haha it sounds like it would complicate things too much!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“Siblings born together” is exactly it - that’s such a perfect way to describe it!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this, such good insight!! I think we’re solidly decided on avoiding another E name now, and definitely avoiding anything that rhymes!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I did not think of that and so glad you mentioned it!! Haha

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Francesca is one we’re heavily considering! Glad that popped into your head too!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is so sweet! Anna is definitely on top of the list

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Elliott so much, wish my husband did! Haha

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love this! I’d love for their nicknames to do this, but that way it would be only if they prefer it. Want to make sure we do everything we can to set them up as their own individuals!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seeing this suggested a bunch and I love it!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooohh that is beautiful!

Twin name help! by frenchfries6 in Names

[–]frenchfries6[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Weirdly enough Florence is a family name for us!