Hi there - I have been away from The Bump for quite awhile, but I was fairly active a long time ago (when I was pg with DD1). After today's news, this is the first place I thought of to come!
I had an early U/S this morning because my HCG numbers came back so high, and my Dr. was concerned that it could be a possible molar pregnancy. I went in expecting the worst (have had 2 m/c in between my girls), and got wonderful news: there were 3 yolk sacs and all measured at 5W4D. DH and I are stunned, thrilled, scared, etc etc. Honestly, I am actually quite shell-shocked. We thought it would be a 'journey' for us to have 1 more. We knew there was the possibility of multiples on Clomid (which we embraced!) but my Dr. said he has never seen triplets on a first round, low dosage in his career.
I go from beaming with joy to crying out of fear of what to expect to being so incredibly happy and then back again (yay for hormones! ha!). I'm really not sure of what to expect - aside from the general logistics of 5 under 4 (I think my mind isn't letting me go there quite yet), the doctor has cautioned me that there is a good possibility since the ultrasound was performed so early, that all three won't make it.
So, I guess my first question to you ladies is - did anyone start with 3 and end up with less? My dr. says we'll have a better idea of how many will be viable to term past 8-10 weeks, but I'd love to hear your experiences and thoughts on this.
My apologies for being so long - I hope to stay on this board (obviously! ) and get to know everyone...thanks!!
Re: Introduction - and a question (long)
aww, what happy news!
vanishing triplets are somewhat common, but try not to focus on that. i really hope that they do all make it. good luck, mama!
How to tell my boys apart
The different types of twins and triplets
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Congrats!
I started with three (identical twins and a fraternal triplet) and lost the ID twins at 9 weeks.
Best of luck to you!
Wow-and I was crying about 3 under 2.5. lol- Your emotions are completely normal. I'm just accepting responsibility and starting to put together a plan for help once the babies get here. It's a lot to digest and even more so in your case!
Congrats and welcome!
How to tell my boys apart
The different types of twins and triplets
Jack, Sydney and Carynne, Annaleigh, JW, Eden...forever in our hearts.
My blog * We made the national news!
First, congrats on another BPF! I love hearing about successful IF stories.
Second, yes there's a possibility that one or more won't make it, but there's also a very large possibility that all three will make it. I'd suggest speaking with your DH and doctor sooner rather than later about your options, expectations, and financial ability to have 5 under 4.
Very best of luck as you travel on your MoM journey. I think this board is pretty fantastic with support for everything.
Congratulations on the BFP and 3!!! My doctor did mention vanishing twins to me too early on, everything so far (:::knocking on wood:::) is going good. Try not to stress about it though and take of yourself more now than ever. Maybe even stop lifting kids/heavy items.
GL and keep us posted!
Congrats!
I started with 4 and ended up with 3.
But I wanted to add that my kids were about the same age as your kids.
When I delivered the GGG
DS#1 was 3 years 9 months
DS#2 was 16 months
They are now all the best of friends and are so loving and close..... you're going to love it!
DS - 40W6D - Oct 2004
DS - 41W4D - March 2007
GGG - 33W6D - July 2008
First, CONGRATS!
My oldest was 3y4m with the twins were born, DD was 22 mos. I think you will find your multiples to be a much easier transition (as I did) because I was already a mom, and knew what to expect. I think it was really like adding a singleton in most aspects. We've had a great, smooth transition.
GL!
Thanks so much for the warm welcome and honest responses, ladies!
I have another monitoring US on Friday, so I'll keep you posted. :::fingers crossed for 3 strong hbs!:::
Thanks again!
5 under 4, wow!!!
congratulations & keep checking in w/ us!