Reflecting

Yesterday I spent some time re-reading some blog posts from this time last year. It was fun to be able to go back and see what was happening in our lives. Seemed like there were appointments everyday! Had to go up to the hospital every few days for Non-Stress tests, go in for Level 2 ultrasounds to check on "A" and "B's" growth, and find time for regular OB check-up's. I was trying to make myself go into labor (to avoid induction) by getting pressure point massages, spent lots of time relaxing in lavender & epsom salt baths while listening to hypno-birthing MP3's, and was waddling like a duck with a separated pubic symphysis!! WOW....am I glad I get to really ENJOY these babies this year :-)

Today and tomorrow are days of preparation for their party. Funny how a "small" party still takes a bit of effort. And, I've totally realized that it probably is mostly for me. I know they don't care about a party. I feel like this last year has meant a lot to me. Represents accomplishing a lot of goals that I know a lot of people didn't think I'd be able to!

Some things I'm proud of include:

*Having a pain-med. free birth. Even after going through the pains of Pitocin, I LOVE natural birth. It's exhilarating and really does empower you!! PROMISE!

*Exclusively breastfeeding twins for an entire year (No formula...and I'm game for continuing nursing for a bit longer). There were plenty of people who not only didn't think this would happen but were sometimes down right discouraging. Boo on you.

*Cloth diapering! I had intentions of doing it with Elliot and kept coming up with excuses. This time we bought the diapers and were committed. I LOVE it & feel like I'm doing good things for my babies and our world :-)

*Keeping everyone bathed, fed, and alive! May sound silly...but some days it's a challenge! I'm also glad we've escaped any major injuries. Somedays I was scared of what the Big Sis might do (Things have gotten WAY BETTER in the last few weeks!) Now, I'm a little scared of what Levi will do to himself. That child is adventurous!

Having super easy-going babies has definitely helped make all of this happen & easier. OH, what a difference a year makes! We are blessed!