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How to Take Care of Twins: From Feeding to Sleeping

Aug 14, 2021

It's hard enough caring for one baby, but with twins you're caring for two. Here's how to take care of twins and still get stuff done. I cried when I first learned I was expecting twins. For a whole week. Every day of that week. You see, I wanted to add to the family and give my eldest a sibling. I was expecting one child. So, when my doctor announced she had good news ("Yes, you're pregnant!") and better news ("And you're expecting twins!"), I thought she was joking. It already took me a while to feel comfortable having a second child (not until my eldest was 2.5 years old did I even … [Read more...]

You Know You’re a Twin Mom When…

Twins

Jun 10, 2021

Being a mom of twins is no easy task! Take a look at things only a twin mom would understand, from a twin pregnancy to managing two toddlers. "I have good news..." my doctor began during my first sonogram. "...and even better news: you're having twins!" As difficult as the first seven weeks of my pregnancy had been, I never thought it was because I was carrying two. I figured it was the second pregnancy, or maybe I was carrying a girl this time. But the minute she said those words, I was thrust into life with twins. Suddenly I wasn't a "regular" singleton mom, nor would I have the … [Read more...]

Surprising Costs of Raising Twins

Twins

May 19, 2021

How much do twins cost compared to singletons? Don't forget these overlooked and surprising costs of raising twins to better prepare. "So, this is what it's like to feed three growing boys!" I told my husband, shuffling through the fridge wondering what to feed the kids. I had always known that the costs of raising twins would be higher than one child. But it's easy to forget until you realize you're making huge batches of baby food that cover a mere two days and ordering boxes of diapers every month. I figured raising twins would include double of most standard purchases, but I was … [Read more...]

How to Encourage Individuality in Twins

Twins

May 07, 2021

Worried that your twins are getting lumped in together? Encourage individuality in twins to develop their unique personalities and interests. Before my twins were born, I swore I wouldn't dress them the same. "I want them to have their own personalities and not get lumped in as twins all the time. They'll look too alike and others will forget they're individual people." Well... come delivery time, my twins looked nothing alike. Even now at eight-years-old, they're as different as can be. One is tall, the other short. One has straight hair, the other has wavy. One is tall and lean, the … [Read more...]

How to Be Out with Twins Alone (And Actually Survive!)

Twins

Feb 07, 2021

Going out with twins alone feels scary for many moms and dads. Discover simple hacks and ways to be out and about and still survive. I wish I could take them to the beach, I thought. My twins were five-months-old, and when their older brother was that age, I could easily tuck him into a baby wrap and carry a blanket and diaper bag. But with twins, this felt all but impossible. I considered using a wagon before realizing they'd be too small to sit up on their own. There was no way I could push their double stroller through the sand, and I definitely couldn't carry both of them in my … [Read more...]

How to Potty Train Twins: The Ultimate Guide

Potty Training

Dec 09, 2020

Ready to potty train twins? Learn about potty training twins, from when to start, how to prepare, and what to do when one twin isn't ready. Few things felt as glorious as the day I was finally able to toss the changing pad and covers away for good. By then, my twins longer wore diapers during the day. I couldn't even remember the last time I bought baby wipes. They were officially potty trained. But the process was a little more complex. You may have your own questions about potty training twins as well. When do you start? How do you know they're ready? What do you do if one twin … [Read more...]

How Caring for Newborn Twins is Different from Singletons

Newborn

Nov 11, 2020

Are you expecting twins? Learn how caring for newborn twins is different from singletons and what you can do to manage with two babies. "Our bodies are only meant to carry one baby during pregnancy," my doctor said. I sighed, knowing right then and there that caring for newborn twins would be a challenge. And this goes beyond the pregnancy and its complications. For instance, supporting them financially, from child care to education, takes a toll on anyone's pocket. Then there's the part where you handle two crying babies. Two kids going through the same developmental stages. Two … [Read more...]

Must Haves for Twins to Add to Your Registry List

Pregnancy

Nov 04, 2020

Are you expecting twins? Check out this comprehensive list of must haves for twins! It includes everything you'll need to care for two babies. I finally wrapped my head around the fact that I was having twins. The emotions were still coming in waves, but I was ready and more than excited for their arrival. Except... I didn't know what I needed to have for twins. I already had a three-year-old and planned to use many of his baby items for the twins. But as I quickly realized, what may have worked for a singleton doesn't always apply when you're expecting twins. Do you really need … [Read more...]

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