17 weeks today

Just wanted to blog an update. The twins are now the size of turnips; crown-to-rump length is about 4.5" - 5" and they each weigh about 4 to 5 ounces. Their skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone & the umbilical cords are growing stronger & thicker. Their fingernails are well formed & they are beginning to accumulate fat. I am enjoying pregnancy & thank the Lord daily for what He is accomplishing in & through me! Thank you for your prayers!

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So, I know it's a little early to be posting this since Thanksgiving is this week, but we figured that we'd be ahead of the game in wishing y'all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!!! Plus, it's a fun way to get into the Holiday spirit!! Try it! We are very thankful for you!! Lots of Love, the Mader Elves

Two-day

Had another doctors appointment today. Sadly, we didn't get to see the twins. There was a mix up with scheduling. But it is comforting to me that Dr. Z has every confidence that the babies are doing well. We did hear their heartbeats on the doppler. They sounded strong! They checked my blood & said that I have insufficient iron; gave me pills to take. My next appointment, with ultrasound, will be on Dec. 15th. Sorry, no pictures of them this month. I am anticipating all the new things I will experience between now & then. Thank you so much for your prayers over the 4 of us. I am really enjoying this pregnancy!!