Update on 40% weight difference--The Boys Are Here!

I posted about two weeks ago about a growth scan that I had. It was determined that the twins had a 40% weight difference. At 31 weeks Baby A was estimated to be 2 lbs 12 oz and Baby B was estimated to be 4 lbs 8 oz. I was sent to a specialist to find out why. A week later, I went to the specialist on Wednesday Oct. 29. The two hour ultrasound included checking the blood flow in each of the boys cords. They each had their own placenta. Baby A had blood flowing to the placenta but blood flowing from the placenta was pretty much absent. I was told at the visit that I would be admitted to the hospital that night. They said I could go home and pack a bag if the boys passed an NST. I imagine the color drained from my face at that moment and I also began shaking. My husband and I were so nervous. I knew the possibility was there b/c of the wonderful info I have received from this forum. But I didn't want to deliver my babies yet. They were still so young. The boys passed the NST. I went home packed my bag and checked into the hospital. They decided to monitor me and scheduled a C-section for Oct. 31st. After two very anxious days in the hospital I delivered my boys via C-section on Halloween at 32 weeks 6 days. The growth scan turned out to be quite accurate as Dominic (BabyA) weighed 2 lbs 11 oz and Brogan (Baby B) weighed 4 lbs 9 oz. The boys are currently in the NICU, but they are doing very well. They are gradually improving everyday. They are both beautiful! There is no estimated time for them to come home, but in all honesty I want them to be absolutely ready before they are sent home with me. I am worrying enough right now as it is.

 

:woohoo: Congrats on the arrival of your boys and thank goodness the doctors took such good care of you..... :banana:

Can't wait to see pix!

:hug: Job well done Mama!

 

Congrats! I'm glad to hear that the boys are doing so well! My doctor told me that she hopes I make it to at least week 34 but she would be happy with week 32. It is great to hear that your boys are doing so well since they were so early. It is very reassuring for me! Thanks! How are you feeling? Take care!

 

Congratulations on your precious boys! I hope they have a speedy stay in the NICU!

 

Congratulations!!!!!!

 

Congrats on your little sweeties! Glad everyone is doing well!

 

Congrats!!!

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your beautiful baby boys :clapping:!
I hope they are home with you very soon & can't wait to see photos!!

 

Congratulations Momma!! Welcome to the first year!! Feel free to visit the NICU forum if you have any questions or need support. I hope their NICU stay is short and uneventful! :hug:

 

Congratulations and keep us posted!

 

Congrats on your baby boys!! I have 32 weekers and they are doing awesome!!!!! I hope their NICU stay is short and uneventful. Please visit our NICU forum for extra support if you would like. The link is in my siggy!!! Congrats again!!!

 

CONGRATS!! I hope the NICU stay is VERY short and your babies are home safe and sound soon. :hug:

 

Congratulations on the arrival of your little guys. It sounds like they are doing very well in the NICU. I hope their stay is short and they are home with you soon.

BTW, I am very impressed with how accurate the u/s predicted their weights to be. That's kind of cool!

 

Congratulations on your boys! :Clap: I'm glad to hear they are doing well in the NICU. Please visit the NICU forum for any support you need during their stay.

 

:Clap: Congrats Momma! I hope that Dominic and Brogan have a short stay in the NICU. :hug: :wub:

 

Congratulations on your boys! I'm glad to hear they are doing well and they are keeping a close eye on them. Hope their NICU stay is short!

 

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I hope you have your babies home with you soon! I can't wait to see pictures!

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your boys! Glad to hear they are doing well in the NICU, hopefully it will be a short stay!