Hello friends!
I’m dropping by to share some things on my mind.
For those who don’t follow me on Instagram, this mama went into Preterm labor (PTL) on Friday morning. Of course it just HAD to be Friday the 13th.
I went from 0 to 3.5cm dilated within 10 hours.
Once I hit 2cm, I was transferred to another hospital because my hospital only deals with preemies that are 32+ weeks and I was only 31 weeks pregnant. I was in the hospital for over 48 hours and was given a couple of different medications to stop contractions. 
They were able to stop labor, which was fantastic and I was sent home on partial bed rest.
The next day I had an appointment with my high risk doctor and my regular Obstetrician. Both said the babies are doing well and measuring almost 4lbs a piece. With the steroid injection they gave me for their lungs, babies should be okay if I were to deliver early.
My OB said it would be a miracle if I made it to 35 weeks, so it’s all a waiting game.
However, I’ve been is so much more pain since Friday which has made things difficult, especially caring for the toddler. 
I am so thankful to have my family who has helped us during this whole time; between watching our daughter, getting us groceries and just being there if needed.
I’m so glad I picked up a box of Green Mountain pumpkin spice K-cups a couple of weeks ago. Hot coffee is a definite must during the Fall and Winter. 
I also picked up more of these Late July peanut butter crackers that Sammy loves.
They have been great to use as a “snacky” lunch since I don’t have much energy to make something “fancy and hot” every day for us.
FYI… if you send the company an email requesting coupons, they will send you some! #moneysavingmomhack
The library has been one of our favorites as well. 
Being almost 32 weeks pregnant with twins makes it difficult to chase a toddler around. The library is contained and Sammy loves playing with the doll house. 
We purchased one for her as her “present” from her siblings using Toys R’ Us giftcards from her birthday. We ended up getting one by Kidcraft.
I liked that it was similar to the one at the library and is of good quality. Plus all the kiddies will be able to enjoy it at some point.
I’m linking up with Amanda over at Running With Spoons for thinking out LOUD Thursday. 
Hope everyone is having a wonderful week and cross your fingers that I AT LEAST make it to 34 weeks. #wishfulthinking ❤
For diapering products we use Target’s Up & Up diapers and wipes, Johnson’s baby powder (with Aloe) and 
Other “tolietires” we have are Babyganics hand sanitizer and wipes, plus some 
One goes a long way… talking 6-10 months long!
Sammy has been into peanut butter crackers these days and 
Because bribery. 😉
“Honorable” Mentions
Do you have any special go-to’s for your diaper bag?
{27 Weeks}
I can analyze things better, plus not to mention read again without having my mind racing.
{29 Weeks}
But now with the fall upon us, the body craves pumpkin EVERYTHING. #DontJudge 😉
Ring: Still able to wear my wedding band! Some days my fingers are a tad swollen, so I’ll put on my pearl engagement ring which is a tad loser than my wedding band.
I’m not as big as I thought it would be compared to other twin moms. That makes me feel better entering winter, clothing wise. So far my coat still zips, I’m sure that will change by next week. 😉
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7:00am: Good morning Sammy 🙂
7:30am: Dada says goodbye and leaves for work.
8:30am: Structured Activity: This can be anything; whether it’s a craft, 
9:30am: Mini Snack and Play. I cut her snack size mid-morning so she eats more lunch (it’s been helping). It’s usually a piece of fruit or some crackers. 
I snacked on some 
We did a “snack-y” lunch with 
5:00pm: After the park, we headed back home. I washed up her hands and got her comfy. She watched Trolls for about half an hour while I got dinner ready.
Today she had a couple of 
7:00pm: Quiet time begins.
I’ll let her read some of her books [plus we’ll read one together] and she’ll have some warm milk. We do a quick teeth brushing after before “officially” tucking into bed.
I absolutely love my desk after 
Storage: She has a big toy chest and I decided to store toys that she doesn’t play with. Some of are either too “baby” or too “big” for her to use.
I have plenty of these baggies bed sheets or curtains that I saved for storage. I like this better then containers because you can puzzle in items to fit better.
Labels aren’t really necessary since you can see through the bag, but I think it just makes it look neater 
Once she get’s a bit older, I can take out other items for her to play with.
I decided to just take out what she uses the most. There are still things stored in that drawer but they are for when she’s older.
Books: I kept a few out that she currently likes and every few weeks I rotate these or store ones that I know are more for infants and I’ll save those for the twins.
Main Entrance: The first space when you enter is the living room and I absolutely hated the way it looked. I thought it was super cluttered with toys and my desk was always a mess (I found the end table at Goodwill for ONLY $1.50)
I put her ball pit and mini basketball hoop behind the couch and other toys she plays with in the TV stand (it was empty). 
Now the whole space looks much neater. 
To the right side of the entrance is THIS stand. It had a ton of toys was collecting dust at the bottom, now I just leave a bit of decor, a couple of books and shoes.
Our Bedroom: This room was neglected the most. I found the night stand for $2.50 (Goodwill) and was able to put a lamp near our bed and the remotes, diapers and wipes in the drawer instead of just on the floor.
Now that Fall is approaching, I can get out more and enjoy the crisp air. Summer is too hot for me, pregnant or not.
This is my new favorite thing in Sammy’s room; an activity basket!
We have other 
It’s fun to see her able to play with certain toys in different ways as she grows! If you noticed from my “
So far upon only reading the first 10 pages of 
The toddler is always going to be there making some kind of mess, but it’s just toys that can be put away at night and organized together.
Hope everyone has a fabulous Labor Day weekend!
It’s pretty low key as everyone either works from home or head home early (at the cooperate office gym). I usually take time before the start of my shift to get my stretch on.
I ended up paying the same price if I didn’t do the delivery with the tip, but hey… I’ll take it! Good coupons are my favorite.
We spotted a section selling baked goods and had to get in on this ‘sugar bun’ thang. It was part cinnamon roll, part sugar donut mixed with a croissant. SO GOOD! 
They used wrist/ ankle weights and amp’d the cardio from their usual cardio based barred class. I can’t wait to go all the time post babies, it was such a fun class and definitely my new favorite!
We went last year but I had to carry her. This time she got to 
It’s becoming one of my favorite activities with her; she loves being in nature.
#momlife 😉
I’m also linking up with Heather over at Life In Leggings for Friday Favorites. 