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12 Ways to Beat the High Cost of Twins

Sep 20, 2022

Worried about twin expenses? Learn how to beat the cost of twins — a must for the twin mom who wants to save money with two babies! I won't lie: Having twins can be financially challenging. The first time I heard I was expecting two, one of the first thoughts I had was: How in the world will I afford the expenses?! I've found myself feeling strapped, especially in a high cost-of-living city. Preschool tuition cost more than our rent, and buying essentials like two cribs, two car seats, and even a minivan took its toll. I worried about the impact that having twins would have on our … [Read more...]

What to Do when Only One Twin Is Ready to Drop a Nap

Naps

Sep 11, 2022

So far, your twins have had the same schedule, but what if only one twin is ready to drop a nap and the other isn't? Find out here! You always hear about how twins should be on the same schedule, from eating to sleeping. Synchronizing their activities makes the day more organized, especially if you're alone. But what do you do when you notice one twin is ready to drop a nap, but the other isn't? Baby A might take forever to nap or flat out refuses, while Baby B is fast asleep. The shorter naps mean she's in a cranky mood and turning the rest of the day into a disaster. But if you … [Read more...]

11 Interesting Facts about Twins You May Not Know

Twins

Sep 03, 2022

Curious about all things twins? I learned a lot about during my twin pregnancy. Here are 11 interesting facts about twins you probably didn't know. Shock. That was my reaction when I found out I was having twins. The feeling I still harbored as the doctor began her measurements and when I saw the two little embryos. One I carried with me all the way home, waiting for the feeling to sink in. Then... my mind began to race. Where do I even begin? I felt terrified. I was scared of how my body would handle two babies and all the complications I'd face, and wondered how I'd care for twins … [Read more...]

Children’s Books about Twins

Children's Books

Aug 29, 2022

Check out the best children's books about twins, perfect for toddlers! Includes twins as the main characters and stories about life as a duo. Most of us won't know what it's like to be a twin, myself included. But since having my twin boys, I can say that life as a twin can be quite different. On the bright side, a twin means having a built-in best friend from birth. My kids like to match their clothes, and share the same interests and hobbies. But they're also often compared to each other, whether intentionally or not. And let's not even get into taking turns, waiting, and sharing … [Read more...]

How to Take Care of Twins Alone

Twins

Aug 24, 2022

What do you do when you're the only one home with your twin babies? Get sanity-saving tips on how to take care of twins alone. Nearly every mom of twins is unanimous when it comes to the number one advice she'd give: Get help from others. But what if you don't have that network to rely on? Your family and friends may be miles away or your partner needs to go back to work right away. Or fast forward a few months later when all the visitors have trickled away and your partner's leave has finally ended. At some point, you'll face a time when you'll need to care for two babies, all by … [Read more...]

So You’re Having Twins. Now Here’s What to Do:

Pregnancy

Aug 13, 2022

Expecting twins can feel overwhelming, leaving you wondering where to start and how to prepare. Here's what to do when you're having twins. Long before we had our eldest, my husband and I discussed how many kids we wanted to have. "Let's have four!" we had agreed. After all, we both come from large families—I have four siblings while he has five. The "large family" idea was one we both wanted to continue with our own. And then we became new parents to our eldest, and I quickly changed my mind. "I'm done with one," I said, miserable and sleep-deprived. After two-and-a-half years of … [Read more...]

5 Mistakes to Avoid with Toddler Twins

Toddler

Aug 05, 2022

Raising toddler twins is no simple task! From fighting to behavior issues, learn how to manage two and make life with twins smoother. Long before my twins were born, I anticipated all the challenges: How do I get them on the same sleeping schedule? What do I do if they're both crying? And one of the worries I was already anxious about was, How in the world do I manage toddler twins? Because we all know that the toddler stage can test your sanity, and that's with one toddler. Personally, I much preferred the toddler stage over the newborn one, tantrums and all (sleep deprivation and I … [Read more...]

8 Secrets to Surviving Twins in the Newborn Months

Newborn

Jul 28, 2022

Feeling overwhelmed with twins? Raising two babies is hard, but not impossible! Learn 8 secrets to surviving twins in the newborn stage. Adjusting to motherhood had been hard for me as a first-time mom. So much so that it had taken a while—two and a half years—before I was open to adding another child to the mix. I figured my son was "easier" by that point, that even with a newborn, I felt I would manage. I'd be a second-time mom, after all. Experienced. So, when I learned that my second pregnancy was not one, but two babies, I just about had a meltdown. I couldn't wrap my head around … [Read more...]

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