Not sure if you remember me. I posted a while back when we were doing ICSI with Q's on whether to put back 1 embryo or 2. It ended up we only got 2 embryos and put both back.

Well, today we found out they both stuck! I am in total shock, even though I knew it was a possibility. I am really excited about the idea of being a mummy to 2 but am terrified of the complications in the next 7 months. The specialist went on today about the prematurity and how I can't have them here unless I get to 35 weeks and I will have to be transferred and how survival below 27 weeks is low etc. It terrified me! I have another scan in 3 weeks to see how I am going.

So basically my mind is working overtime. I keep thinking 'I have 2 babies'. I get double the love, double the fun, double the nappies! My well laid out plans have gone out the window, but hey, in a good way.

So yeah, just thought I'd introduce myself. I am sure I will have lots of dumb questions coming up. Hopefully my feelings sort themselves out so I can be a little more sane! Right now I can't stop thinking 'I can't use Cloth nappies now' 'You will need to pick a different pram' 'You have to finish work earlier' 'You need double everything!' and a zillion other things.

OK stopped rambling. I am off now!

Cat & Nath
Finally BFP on ICSI attempt#1. TWINS due end December.

I've said it once and I'll say it again (as you tend to do when you are parenting twins anyhow!!)

CONGRATULATIONS this is easily the best news I have read in ages! In fact having been reading some of your posts since you got your BFP and to read all your goodluck msgs and the encouragement and then to see that gorgeous signature pic of your twins I have come across all teary!

Sorry to say now you will now get not only the "instant family" but the commiserations from strangers too!

You are certainly in the right place here. This is the best twins board I have ever found. We look forward to being able to help you with anything you need at any time. You will go through loads of scary emotions at the thought of two but know it's not all bad!

All the best

Jo

CONGRATULATIONS and welcome to the wonderful world of twins/and more... it is a shock when you see those 2 little bubs on the ultrasound. Definately a day I will never forget.

Look after yourself over the coming months. Get organised as early as you feel comfortable... and dont worry too much cause somehow you'll manage.

Accept good help when it's offered and never be afraid to put yourself and the bubs needs before others.

You'll get lots of advice along the way but i always find the best advice comes from those who know EXACTLY what you are going through..

Wishing you lots of luck over the coming months..

Rebecca 31
Nathan 28
Fraternal twin girls Amber & Olivia 08/05/03

I am so happy for you Catnat, I have been thinking of you and wondering if your bfp was a double miracle

The girls here have been wonderful and answer all of the silly questions we all have.

When I found out I was pregnant with twins all my plans went out the window too! But we are now mostly organised and plan to just take things as they come.

Wishing you everything good for the next 7 1/2 months

xoxox
Wendy
DS 10
DD 8

CONGRATULATIONS CAT & NATH!!!! I too have been reading around the traps of your progress and we are very happy that you will be joining the wonderful world of twins!!! Well done to you both.

The shock will wear off and always the excitement will out weigh the scariness! two of everything is such a lovely sight and one that will fill your heart with joy as it has ours.

Having twins has been the most rewarding and beautiful experiences of our lives, you will get all of this too!

I can understand the anxiety you would be feeling but try to relax and enjoy that fact that you are going to be blessed not once, but twice!

Look forward to hearing of your progress....stay cool and enjoy.


Haylie & Phillip
DSD ~ Ebony
Hayden Phillip ~ 21.3.2005
Brooklen Lily ~ 21.3.2005
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Congratulations! Welcome to the twin playground! I had a 'feeling' I would have twins, I had an 'incling' after my blood test results but nothing prepares you for the ob telling you that there are two bubs in there! My twins have just celebrated their first birthday- and I'm still pinching myself!

Cheers!

Miriam

JaredErinAdam

Congratulations! Here's hoping for a trouble free 7 months. I was very worried about all the things that could go wrong (too much time spent on the Internet researching these things) when I found out it was 2 - I spent the second trimester worrying about premature birth only to end up begging for an induction at 37 weeks! Looking forward to lots of questions along your multiple pregnancy journey.

Maree

Eleanor 1/8/03
Harriet 1/8/03

Yayyyy catnat! CONGRATULATIONS!!! I was a bit suss that you'd had two stick when you started talking about being so sick early on. I'm still getting used to the idea that we're having twins (we found out at 8 1/2 wks) and it's mind boggling isn't it??!! This forum tho and the wonderful women here are THE BEST!! They have helped me sooooooo much already and one absolutely gorgeous woman on here even sent me the Twins bible (called, strangely enough, "Twins") as she didn't need it any more! You can't get much nicer than that can you?

DH and I have just begun having a look around for baby stuff and that's just fun fun fun!! Actually, everything's easy as it's just 2 cots, 2 of some things, 1 of other things, but the pram!! That's the hard bit! Research research research!! I had planned ot use cloth when I thought I was having one and then when I found out we were having twins I began thinking I couldn't do it, then realised that for financial reasons I almost don't have a choice so we'll be going cloth (however, by the time I've paid a psychologist to provide counselling I may have just as well have used disposable!! PML).

Good luck chick! All the best

[center][color=purple]ME 31 ~ DH 35
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Hi Cat and Nath,
Congratulations and welcome to the twins and multiples section.
It only seems like yesterday that my DW was 8 weeks pregnant and I introduced us on eb. The people on here are graet and will help you out no end.
We are just taking each day as it comes with an open mind and trying not to get caught up with the negatives sides of everything.
All the best and look forward to hearing about your journey.

Regards,

Scott & Kylie
Fraternal twins due mid July

Hi Cat and Nath.

A big warm CONGRATULATIONS to you both.

I too have just had my two beautiful baby boys from and ICSI and yes double everything including the nappies But it was the best decision we have made, other than to have our DS who is now very nearly 14 (and don't we know it).

Take it easy and rest when ever you can, I made it to 38 weeks and even then I think the babies were happy to stay for longer.........

Big hugs and well done again.

RACHEL and her boys



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This message was edited by Gracie on Tuesday, 17 May 2005 @ 11:01 AM

Welcome to TWINDOM!!!! What a wonderful land of adventure it is!!! Congratulations and best wishes for a healthy pg! Look forward to seeing you on the boards here!

Double hugs from Sharyn
Mum to Meg14/4/99
Hannah & Josie 22/3/04 (33 wks)
DH David



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Oh wow!! A very big CONGRATULATIONS to you and Nath! And welcome to the twindom! Like the others said, everyone here is so lovely and helpful you can ask anything.

You know, like most things in life parenting twins is a journey. I hope you and DH enjoy every single second. Best of luck!

Ana.

[color=Teal]Oh, an extra specal CONGRATULATIONS Cat and Nath!! That's absolutely wonderful news for you both.

We have something in common..... I too fell pregnant on my first round of ICSI!! We put 2 embryos back, but I was originally pregnant with triplets (until we lost one at 12 weeks). Thankfully I went on to have a happy and healthy pregnancy and delivered our boys just short of the 37 week mark.

I got a bit teary reading your post as it brought back so many memories!!

Just remember we're all here to help each other, so ask as many questions as you like.

Best of luck with the rest of your pregnancy, and looking forward to hearing updates along the way.

Take care, Vanessa

Congrats Cat and Nath on your twins hope you have a happy and healthy pregnancy.


Kate (formally known as kateabeth)
Mum to twins Bayley & Lachlan
36 weekers (20/4/01)
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Congratulations Cat!!!
My Dh and i also got the biggest shock when we heard that we were having twins.
Although we didnt find out until our 18 week scan.
I gave birth to my sweet bubs on wednseday morning 11th May and although they are not home with me at the moment due to them being a little on the smallish side it is such a great reward for the heartache we have been through over the last few years.
I wish you and your Dh all the very best and hope your pg is happy and healthy.

Jo
TTC#1 sept 02

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Welcome to the board!

I love your sig, I have a photo almost identical to yours & that bought back lots of memories.

Having twins is so special & feel free to ask any questions you want or even just to vent.

By the way, I used cloth nappies for my girls & I'm happy to answer any questions you might have.

Again Congrat's on your double surprise!

Hi Cat!
Cat and I went thru our IVF cycles (in the Assisted Conception BG) at basically the exact same time - poor cat had a shocking round of MS! Pretty much everyone guessed you'd end up with double trouble after being so crook
CONGRATULATIONS to you and your DH ON TWINS!! How exciting!!!
I don't mean to highjack your thread, but we had our US today (you beat me by one day!) and also discovered we're expecting twins too!!
Our Pic!
Unfortunately like you, we also saw a 'temp' doctor today (our regular one is away all week) and she said "don't get your hopes up" and didn't say a single positive thing or offer a single useful piece of info! She totally ruined the crazy giggly mood we'd started off in DH was absolutely fuming after that disaster
Anyway, lets look forward to seeing decent doctors, and you take care!

ps, I bought fitted cloth nappies last week (40!) but clearly I think we'll need more, lol!

Me 33, DH 36
IVF w/ICSI #1 March 05 - BFP, Twins!
EDD 27th December 2005

Sending big Congrat's to you doh!!!

What great news. I remember that feeling of being told all the risks etc etc with carrying twins. Yes there are risks BUT there are also lots of us that do have healthy babies at the end . Ours were 10 weeks early, BUT you would NEVER know that now (they are 2,5yrs).

Feel free to ask ANY questions.

Good Luck

Belinda

Doh- Hugest congratulations. So exciting.

Thankyou everyone for your warm welcome. It is great being able to share this wonderful experience with others who know what it is like!