The Miles' Trio: 19 Weeks and Getting Big!

We had our appointment with our MFM (maternal fetal medicine) specialist today and the first thing he asked was how all FIVE of us were doing! Crazy to think that in a few short months there really will be five of us, not to mention the two dogs! At any rate, we're happy to report that the girls are all doing well! I was amazed to see how much they'd grown in just a few short weeks, but then again, if my weight was any indication I really shouldn't have been all that surprised!
Baby 'A' was funny and her usual uncooperative self! If it's any indication of what she's going to be like when she arrives Travis and I are in for a real treat! The sonographer had some real fun trying to get all her measurements - she kept turning away and curling up... we're trying to figure out where the flexibility is coming from, goodness knows Travis and I sure don't rate too high on the flexibility chart! Baby 'B' was a bit more cooperative, though she like to play some games as well. Though we aren't positive, we actually thought they had Baby 'B' and 'C' mixed up! Then again, it's really hard to tell. It turns out they're stacked - not side by side as I'd thought! When did that happen?! This also means, I really am not sure which one likes the music since both 'B' and 'C' are near the top and moving around CONSTANTLY! As usual, Baby 'C' was the most cooperative - her measurements took no time at all! And today's results are...
Baby 'A' winning at approximately 10 oz, Baby 'B' came in second at about 9 oz and Baby 'C' was close behind at approximately 8 oz. The doctor said all look healthy and are weighing in where they should. I suppose our only upsetting news was that we're going to have to be monitored a bit more closely from now on... There was a little concern regarding the fluid differential between the twins. Baby 'C' has about half of what Baby 'B' does. We were told that while some difference is normal, they want to watch closely for the twin-to-twin transfer as we mentioned before, especially since it has changed in the last few weeks. It could be due to the way the placenta has grown/formed, or it could be an indicator of something more... I did ask if this means it will only shrink - but was told it is something that can reverse itself as well, so for now we're not going to worry too much... we'll just pray that they learn how to share a bit better very quickly! However instead of my two-week appointment, I have to go in next week to have their "fluid checked". This put a little bump into my plans since the babies and I will be up in Iowa. Luckily my doctor is going to try to find someone up there to take a quick look. This also means that I am still cleared for travel - at least for a couple more weeks! Fingers crossed that I make it through October travel-wise...
Below are a few pictures from today's visit. We didn't get many, but I suppose we aren't really going in for a photography session! Also, here's the weekly update from BabyCenter on the growth this week... How your baby's growing: Your baby's sensory development is exploding! Her brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that she may be able to hear your voice now, so don't be shy about reading aloud, talking to her, or singing a happy tune if the mood strikes you. Your baby weighs about 8 1/2 ounces and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. Her arms and legs are in the right proportions to each other and the rest of her body now. Her kidneys continue to make urine and the hair on her scalp is sprouting. A waxy protective coating called the vernix caseosa is forming on her skin to prevent it from pickling in the amniotic fluid. See what your baby looks like this week.