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To My Beautiful CHILDREN: There are TWO of you!!

To My Beautiful Child· Twin Pregnancy

18 Jan
To my beautiful children,
I can’t just write to one of you anymore because there are TWO OF YOU!! Here’s the whole story:
The two week wait in having our first ultrasound was a very long wait, especially the last week. We were so anxious to make sure that everything was progressing normally and to hear the heartbeat…or heartbeats 🙂 On the morning of the ultrasound, your dad texted me at about 10:30 and said, “Is it 1:30 yet?” We were both so anxious! He picked me up at 12:30 and we went to In N Out for lunch.

Nothing sounded very appetizing to me, but I ate anyway because I knew it would make me feel a little better. We found ourselves lost in our thoughts, and then talking about how excited we were. Your dad said he had been noticing more pregnant women lately and cute little kids. A little girl in line kept saying, “I want pickles, mom!” and your dad thought she was adorable. He keeps telling me about his ideas on how to make parenting situations easier. I think it’s sweet that he’s taking this to heart.

We were about 10 minutes early to our appointment so we signed in and sat in the waiting room. When we were called back, the nurse asked me if I needed to “empty my bladder” and I said no, then wondered if I should have said yes because I forgot if it was best to have an empty or full bladder for an ultrasound. I undressed from the waist down and Ashley (my ultrasound tech and friend), popped her head in the room and said, “I can’t wait any longer!” joking with us. She used an intravaginal ultrasound as they always do there, and she saw that my bladder was full. I asked her if she wanted me to go use the restroom but she said she couldn’t wait any longer to find out. Your dad walked down by her and she started to smile really big. Your dad’s head was blocking the screen but I could see it a little bit and I thought I saw twins. I had googled what twins look like in the uterus (of course ;)) but he hadn’t and she was looking at him expecting him to see it. She said, “I’m just looking at the twins” and I screamed so loud!! Another nurse came in and said, “Is it twins? I called it!” 
We then got to listen to the heartbeats of our sweet little babies. It was totally amazing and surreal! I keep telling your dad that I can’t believe I have 3 heartbeats in my body right now. Ashley had a hard time getting the heartbeats because I was so excited and was moving around I guess. I dare anyone who has just found out they are having twins after trying for so many years, 3 IUI’s, 3 rounds of IVF and hundreds of shots to hold still. Joy filled my whole body!
My mom called me when we were checking out and I said, “you’re going to be a grandma of two!” She was obviously so excited. We sat in your dad’s truck and texted the video of me saying, “we are having twins” to our family and then our friends. The texts of excitement came pouring in! We talked to my sister Jocelyn and she screamed. We talked to Popsy and he was so excited. We called my grandpa Dex and he laughed when I told him I have two little beans inside. People at both of our offices had made polls voting if we were having one baby or two. When I walked into work, I showed them the ultrasound. It was such a surreal day!!
Physically, I’m feeling super nauseous and sick. The doctor gave me Diclegis which is supposed to help with it and it has, but it also makes me a little drowsy. It is category A which means that it is proven to not harm the babies at all. I felt like a walking zombie at church today, and when I got home I took a two hour nap. Making two babies drains your energy!
We are BEYOND thrilled to be welcoming two little angels into our home this year. I would have never guessed in a million years that I would have twins one day. It’s a miracle to see God’s plan for your life unfold, and be even better than you could have ever planned for yourself. 
We have another ultrasound scheduled with Dr. Foulk in a week and half, and then we need to switch to an OB. There are going to be lots of fun milestones in the next months. We are so grateful!
You’re worth it!
xo

Mama

Waiting impatiently patiently in the lobby for our ultrasound. My friend had put this magazine on my desk the day prior when I got to work 🙂 They put in only two embryos and had our same doctor!!
Gardner quads

Another family picture for the album 🙂
twins from IVF
finding out we are having twins

twins from IVF
Today’s Sunday selfie. All four of us 😉
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Comparing the little embryos, to the embryos in my uterus the day of transfer (the two white specks in the middle), to the two little babies making themselves at home!
pregnant after IVF

Look at the sweet little peanuts!
twin ultrasound

Videos from the day we found out:

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  1. Anonymous says

    January 18, 2016 at 12:37 am

    Are your chances high of miscarriage since u had failed ivf and iuis in the past?

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 12:58 am

      Nope!

      Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    January 18, 2016 at 12:38 am

    Were the heartbeats low or strong.

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 12:57 am

      Very strong! She said they are perfectly on track where they need to be 🙂

      Reply
  3. Samantha says

    January 18, 2016 at 12:53 am

    Will your endometriosis condition affect your condition or any other conditions u have

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 12:58 am

      It won't affect anything…everything is looking great! 🙂

      Reply
    • Samantha says

      January 18, 2016 at 1:02 am

      That's good

      Reply
    • Caitlin says

      January 18, 2016 at 1:04 am

      Hey I'm Caitlin I love your blog so much. And I was wondering about your twin pregnancy did they say u were high risk for anything

      Reply
    • jmoesser says

      January 18, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      Wait a minute. I must not have read far enough back in your posts. I didn't know you had endometriosis. I thought it was unexplained, or due to the polyps. I have endometriosis too!

      Reply
  4. Angela says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:12 am

    I found out that I'm pregnant with twins to!!!!!! It's so exciting we can help each other since we're both expecting I read your updates every time you post them. We can give each other tips and stuff!!!!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      That's amazing, I'm so excited for you! Xo

      Reply
  5. Angela says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:13 am

    I found out that I'm pregnant with twins to!!!!!! It's so exciting we can help each other since we're both expecting I read your updates every time you post them. We can give each other tips and stuff!!!!

    Reply
  6. Vanessa Rodriguez says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:29 am

    I cry every time I read your blog! I'm so happy for ya'll 🙂

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      You are so kind, thank you!

      Reply
  7. Mikaela Panayotova says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:34 am

    Jenica I am so happy for you guys!! When are you due?

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      Thank you! Sept 4

      Reply
    • Melanie Q says

      January 28, 2016 at 2:44 pm

      Yesterday I found out I am having twins as well! Their due date is 9/7. I have a 18 month old so I was soo surprised to find out there are two. My husband is ecstatic. we are gonna have a busy household! Lol

      Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:54 am

    Hi Jenica! Congratulations on your wonderful news of twins! I'm a new reader and just wanted to wish you the best. Enjoy every joyful moment! -Susie

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      Thank you so much!! Xo

      Reply
  9. Mary Eve says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:06 am

    Cutest thingS ever !! So happy for you guys. You deserve the best <3 can't wait to follow your pregnancy journey and see their precious faces 🙂

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:06 pm

      Aw thank you!! You are so kind! Xo

      Reply
  10. kendra says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:18 am

    so excited for you :-). I was in the office on Friday when you came in. I also am seeing dr. Faulk and doing our second IVF cycle.

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Kendra – that's so exciting!! Wishing you all the very best! Dr Foulk is amazing. 🙂

      Reply
    • kendra says

      February 8, 2016 at 12:41 am

      Jenica how did I not know we where in the same ward. Im so happy for you. I also found out I have to have a polyp removed next week and then embryo transfer day is March 14th.

      Reply
  11. Anonymous says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:24 am

    This is SO amazing!!! Congratulations:):):) 2 beautiful, healthy babies! Yay:)

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  12. sunny says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:25 am

    How thrilling! Your look radiant. Very happy for you and your family!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  13. Hannah Park says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:30 am

    So exciting!! Try taking your Diclegis at night before bed. It helped me a ton with not feeling so drowsy during the day. It also stays in your system for 24 hours, so no worries about it wearing off!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:02 am

      I felt so much better today! I think it's staring to kick in 🙂

      Reply
  14. Carter says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:53 am

    So happy for you!!! Your now growing family has been such an inspiration to me! My husband and I are getting ready to start our third IVF cycle next month. I can only hope ours has the same story as you!! Any all pointers are welcome!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:02 am

      Best of luck to you and your cute family!! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Carter says

    January 18, 2016 at 2:54 am

    So happy for you! We're getting ready to start our third IVF next month and pray our ending is like yours! Thanks for positive post and pointers are welcome!

    Here's to 2016 being the best year yet!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      Wishing you all the very best! Give yourself lots of rest 🙂 xo

      Reply
  16. Melody says

    January 18, 2016 at 3:36 am

    Amazing!! Congrats! I loved hearing my babies heartbeats for the first time. They sound like two very healthy strong little babies

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:02 am

      Thank you! It was the best sound!

      Reply
  17. Jessica says

    January 18, 2016 at 4:41 am

    So exciting!!! Hang on for a wild ride! I had twin boys 7 years ago. Take as many naps as you like, your little body is working so hard! I am so happy for you! Oh man, hearing TWO heartbeats is just the COOLEST thing ever. Wombmates!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      Amazing! Thank you 🙂 I'm so exhausted lol! We are beyond excited!

      Reply
  18. Erin Fairchild says

    January 18, 2016 at 5:21 am

    Congrats girl!! Ahh so excited for you! Also, what the heck are up with the first two comments Anonymous left!! They made me mad reading them!

    Reply
    • Angela says

      January 18, 2016 at 3:53 pm

      I agree with you what is wrong with people posting those kind of comments it's just wrong and awful.

      Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Ha ha ha interesting, right? 🙂

      Reply
  19. Amber says

    January 18, 2016 at 7:20 am

    Oh I cry happy tears with you! Hoping we get positive news with our FET on the 28th! Congratulations!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 18, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Thank you!! Wishing you all the very best!! 🙂

      Reply
  20. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo says

    January 18, 2016 at 12:16 pm

    Beyond happy for you!!!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  21. Sara says

    January 18, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    You should start posting belly pics.

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:02 am

      I do need to! My belly isn't really showing yet though, except at night when I have eaten all day ha ha 🙂 Maybe I will start in a couple weeks!

      Reply
    • Sara says

      January 19, 2016 at 10:48 am

      When will your belly start to show?

      Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 20, 2016 at 6:03 am

      I don't know…I've never been pregnant before! 🙂 Ha ha I'm sure with twins, probably soon 🙂

      Reply
  22. Alexandra says

    January 18, 2016 at 7:46 pm

    Your blog is so uplifting and your joy is palpable! Congratulations and best wishes to you and your family!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:01 am

      Aw thank you so much!!!

      Reply
  23. Team Simmons says

    January 18, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    I've been a stalker… I'm so excited for you!! I have almost 18 month old boy/girl twins! It's so fun!

    My advice is to not listen to all the negative people out there!

    Also,you will hear "You have your hands full" a lot!!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 19, 2016 at 5:01 am

      Ha ha thank you so much!! We are so excited! 🙂

      Reply
  24. Anonymous says

    January 19, 2016 at 12:05 am

    I love reading your blogs, i get excited everytime lol. I'm happy for the both of you. I knew it was twin all along super excited can't wait to read your future blogs & all the exciting months to come. Btw i follow you on IG ( Not a stalker at all lol) Do you know the babies heartbeats per minute? I knew the sex of my lil'ones by their bmp just wondering.
    -Mommy of 2 from Houston,Tx

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:09 pm

      Thank you! We are so excited! Yes, I know the heartbeats per minute 🙂 They are written on my ultrasound papers and I go in again tonight!

      Reply
  25. Matt and Kristen says

    January 19, 2016 at 2:07 am

    Hi! I started reading your blog when you started this last round of IVF. Ive never had anyone close to me go through the process and it was so interesting (and heartbreaking) to read about your journey and all that went into it. I got pregnant with spontaneous twins and a lot of my twin mom friends did IVF and I just had no idea what they went through! Thank you for sharing, you have helped me to gain more sympathy and understanding. I am so excited for your twin journey, it is a wild ride! Your posts have reminded me of how tired I was during my pregnancy. Hang in there, it will be worth it when you have two little ones in your arms. There's nothing like it 🙂

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:10 pm

      Thank you so much for letting me know, that means a lot to me! Xo

      Reply
  26. Anonymous says

    January 19, 2016 at 3:27 am

    You will definitely have your hands full
    haha…but also hearts full and overflowing with love and joy! Sounds worth it! So happy for you!!!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:10 pm

      Absolutely!! Thank you!

      Reply
  27. Natalie says

    January 22, 2016 at 12:54 am

    Congratulations! I've been following your journey and after doing fertility treatments myself I found out just a day before you did that I'm pregnant, and I just found out today that we are having Twins!!!! I'm so excited to follow your pregnancy. I wish you a happy and healthy 9 months!!

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:11 pm

      I'm so excited for you!!! Xo

      Reply
  28. Angela says

    January 22, 2016 at 1:30 am

    When is your next appointment?

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:11 pm

      Tonight! Xo

      Reply
    • Angela says

      January 27, 2016 at 11:12 pm

      I can't wait to hear all the details!!

      Reply
  29. Lyndsey says

    March 16, 2016 at 1:54 pm

    Hi there! I found your blog right as I was starting the IUI process after almost 2 years of trying and found so much encouragement in your willingness to share your story. We found out a few weeks ago that the second round of IUI worked at at 6 weeks 1 day yesterday we saw two yolk sacs, but only one heartbeat. The doctor said this was pretty normal for one to be playing "catch up" to the other, but I was just wondering when they did your first u/s? 6 weeks seemed a little early to me! I am so overjoyed that you have two healthy growing beans and wish you all the best! Thanks for sharing the highs and the lows with us.

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      March 22, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      I'm so excited for you; but what a nerve-wracking time! We did our first ultrasound at 6 weeks as well. Praying for you, mama! xo

      Reply
  30. Kalina Torrez says

    November 9, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    Hi Jenica! I recently found your blog – thank you for sharing your inspiring story and congratulations on your two perfect babies! We have been trying for 2 years and have lost 2 babies and my fallopian tubes due to ectopic pregnanies which lead us to having to do IVF. We just had our first transfer where we transferred 1 embryo and it implanted but ended up being a biochemical pregnancy so we have lost another. We plan to do our second transfer in January. Just wondering how you decided to transfer two embryos and if you did anything different with this transfer compared to the others? Again, thank you for sharing your story while others of us are not ready to.

    Reply
    • Jenica Parcell says

      November 18, 2016 at 9:54 pm

      Kalina,

      I’m thinking and praying for you! It’s a tough journey. We prayed about it and it felt right to transfer two and we were ready for two children. Here is the post where I talk about what we did differently: https://asliceofstyle.com/ivf-process_13/. Wishing you the best!

      xo

      Jenica

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