Hello Moms!!! If there are any moms with multiples, could you please share your experiences with me?

Kayleena - posted on 09/20/2009

Don't be scared! When I found out I was having twins I was a nervous wreck, but after they got here it was nothing like I expected it to be! Mine are g/g fraternals and weighed 6lbs7ozs and 6lbs1oz both were 19" long! I was huuuuggggeee when I had them! Like everyone has said though, having a routine and schedule is vital when you have twins. Actually mine kind of put themselves on a schedule which was kind of nice.Oh and I carried them to 39 weeks when I had a scheduled c-section!! Good luck and enjoy every moment!

Tiffany - posted on 09/16/2009

My B/G twins are just about to turn 6. They were my first (and only) babies. I don't really remember the first 18 months. ..so busy. Once they got to a point where they could sit up and play together, things got SO much easier. They have an automatic playmate! They are so much fun! I wouldn't have it any other way! I was once stopped by another mom with twins who told me "God only gives twins to people who can handle it". People used to say that having one baby was so hard and that they didn't know how I did it with two. But you just do it. I didn't know any difference. My kids were born premature and I think it was a blessing in disguise because I had time to spend with them bonding but I could go home at night, and the NICU nurses got them on a schedule that we continued once we got them home. The best of luck to you. Congratulations!

Seugnette - posted on 09/16/2009

Congrats... My twins are now 4 years old. They are busy and exhausting but I would not change it for the world. My best advice to you is to take care of yourself and your diet and get plenty of rest. I carried up to 37.5 weeks and gave birth to healthy twins via c-section: 3.1kg and 3.19 kg... I took my dr. advice to not even go on tiring shopping trips. Fears are so normal when being pregnant, but you should try and focus on positive things.... then one more thing, let your natural instinct as a mother guide you once they are born. I had a million people telling me what to do and waiting for me not to be able to do it... but I learned that my initial feeling was mostly right. So trust yourself.
Enjoy them, they are a TRUE blessing.

Kiya - posted on 09/16/2009

Hiya, Im 19 and have one month old twin girls :) Please Please Please dont let horror storys scare you!! I know that when i was pregnant and went on twin forums ect all it seemed to be was mums complaining about how hard it is, I really haven't found it hard at all, and the rewards that two baby's bring is amazing and outweighs any of the bad stuff ten fold!!!!

I will say though

unless you are going to breast feed with one on each breast, stagger their feeding times by at least half an hour! believe me this will make your life so much easier!!



And if you are going to bottle feed measure out the formula and water in advance!!

Summer - posted on 09/15/2009

I have 2 year old fraternal twin boys. I absolutely love being a mother of twins. A front and back double stroller is a lifesaver if you will be having to take them anywhere at all on your own. Side by sides don't fit through single doors at the doctors office, etc. It also helps to have one of the nice ones with the big rubber wheels, but those are kind of pricey, as if a double stroller on its own isn't pricey enough. My twins also seemed to enjoy those little seats that they sit in and vibrate. And we really loved the footed sleepers because they kicked socks off, and I was constantly paranoid that they would get cold feet. So we had a million little footed sleepers, but they gave me peace of mind. My oldest loved his baby swing, but the twins hated it. The first thing my pediatrician told me was not to get too much in the habit of always holding them because there were many things that a woman could do while holding one baby, but he couldn't think of anything that a woman could do productively while holding two babies. It made sense after he said it that way. As many others have said a schedule is absolutely essential. Even when they are tiny and wake up every hour or so to feed. If one wakes and the other doesn't, then you need to wake that second baby up and keep them on schedule. If you don't then you'll be up every 30 minutes, and you'll run out of steam fast. If the second baby doesn't want to wake up and eat you can try things like undressing them or changing their diaper to help get them get alert enough to eat. If it doesn't work every time don't give up because eventaully they will fall into a schedule. You just have to remember they are learning all this too, and it will take a little bit of time for them to catch on. Sleep is really hard to come by. I tried to keep up with all the house work at first, but I very quickly realized that I needed to sleep as much as I could when they would let me and leave the house work to later. Daddy did a lot of cooking and cleaning and sometimes later only came when grandma came to visit, but honestly it was better than the alternative...no sleep. I have a very supportive husband, and that helps so much because he got up with me at night so that made the feedings much easier and faster. My pediatrician was very helpful and reassuring to me when the twins got to about 4 months because he told me it was time to start helping them learn to sleep through the night. I was very skeptical of his approach at first, but it worked and truly was a lifesaver for me. He said that by that age they are old enough (unless they have weight issues) to sleep for 8 hours without eating or being changed (unless its poo...that always needs to come off asap). He said establish a strict bedtime routine. Ours was bath, bottle, swaddle, then rock for about 15 minutes in a dark room while listening to one of those calming baby cd's, then in bed whether awake or asleep by 10 pm. He said not to wait for them to fall asleep. Even if they are awake put them in bed. He told us they may cry and if they did to let them cry. That is the part I had a hard time with. He gave us some guidelines for the crying which I don't remember entirely accurately so if this sounds like something you might like to try I'd ask your pediatrician. But I think it was like as long as they weren't loosing their breath or anything like that then let them cry for 20 minutes. If they were still crying at 20 minutes then try soothing them by patting their back or bottom and if that didn't work pick them up and soothe them until the crying stopped but when they became calm again to put them back in bed and start the process over. He said that I would feel like a bad mom at first for letting them cry but that was normal and they were okay and that what I was doing was helping them create healthy sleeping habits. He explained that this method helped them learn to go to sleep on their own without having to be rocked or whatever. I am not going to lie. It was soooo hard to listen to them cry and I did give in and pick them up sometimes. But honestly it only took about 2 weeks of using that method consistently and they were sleeping all night for like 10 hours. I was in complete amazement, and it felt like the best thing I ever did. Something that became an issue for us was that my twins turned out to be extremely light sleepers, so if the dog barked or someone knocked on the door they woke up. We started turning on a fan in the room they were in but facing it away from them so the noise from the fan would help drown out other noises but the air wouldn't make them cold. It also kind of seemed like we'd get going on a schedule good for a month then it would all of the sudden be time to change it again because of them growing and needing to adapt. Like they went from 3 naps a day, to 2 naps a day, and then at 18 months only one nap a day. And every time their naps needed to change I had to change the times they ate and went to bed also. I have a friend who has 2 children less than one year apart, and she moved in with her mother-in-law because her husband works out of town during the week. Please don't be afraid to be a mom on your own if you need to be because you can do it, but when you get to that point where you are running low on energy and need to recharge your batteries find a way to do it. You will be a better mommy after you take care of you. My mom helped so much because every few weeks she would take the twins for a whole 24 hours. I mostly just slept or cleaned house and yes I missed them like crazy, but it absolutely made me feel alive again. Anything else you might want to know, just ask...

Naomi - posted on 09/15/2009

You can make it through. Mine are 7 years old. My first and only children and I had twins. Boy and girl. Just remember that even though you probably want to be super mom and do it all on your own, your friends that offer help really mean it. Take them up on it so you can regain your sanity. :) I know this sounds a little crazy, but when mine were less than 6 months old i would but them in their bouncy chairs in front of the tv and put in a "baby einstein" movie so I could shower. They are less than a half hour long and they would stay quiet and content the whole time. I recommend these movies to everyone. My daughter still likes them to this day, even though they are way past her learning level. They are calming and some even teach them words.

A little something about the pregnancy. The first trimester i lost 20 lbs being sick, still not knowing i was having twins. 5 months along was when i was told. I was induced 3 weeks eairly, 5 lbs 6 oz. and 5 lbs 4 oz. and they left the hospital 2 days later, when I did. Be ready mentally for whatever may happen but don't stress about what might happen. Some go off without any troubles. Enjoy the moments and movements. (that was my favorite part, seeing this elbow float across my stomach :)

Congrats and enjoy.

Carra - posted on 09/15/2009

My first pregnancy was twins.. My twins are now 4 years old as of 9/14. Being as young as I was and single at the time I was freaked out BUT it is an absolutely wonderful experience. If it makes you feel anymore at ease.. by the time my twins were 4 months old i was already pregnant again!! lol.. so its not as hard as some think. Granted my daughter had colic gas & acid reflux so she was a bit crankier then normal BUT its all worth it .. the main things to remember is NO 2 PREGNANCIES ARE ALIKE. IF YOU FEEL SOMETHINGS NOT RIGHT SEE YOUR DOCTOR. GET PLENTY OF REST. AND BE VERY CAREFUL & CAUTIOUS OF YOUR ACTIVITIES. Multiples are high risk pregnancies & much easier to go into labor with. I had contractions for the last 4 months of my pregnancy but thankfully made it to 36 weeks and had a beautiful healthy little boy at 4lbs 11oz and a gorgeous loving eccentric lil girl at 4lbs 7oz. Good Luck!! God Bless!

Brigette - posted on 09/15/2009

I have fraternal twin boys that are just over 14 months old now.
They were 6 weeks early due to an issue called HELLP Syndrome , it's considered a severe form of pre-eclampsia. This happened 1 week after I went into preterm labor which they had managed to stall. Delivered by c-section. THey weighed 6lbs 5 oz and 4lbs 7oz. ''

I did have several complications throughout my pregnancy and was on bedrest from about 28 weeks until delivery at 34 weeks.

The first year...and mostly the first 6 months or so were really hard (dealt with PPD as well) but now....now they are so much more fun and I wouldn't change anything....I think maybe what I went through has made me appreciate them that much more.

My best advice is definitely start a routine/schedule from the start...it'll keep you *somewhat* sane :D

Also...if you start feeling overwhelmed....remember this phrase... "This too shall pass".

Kelly - posted on 09/15/2009

I have identical twin boys who will be 19 in November. I can tell you to plan on not remembering much of the first 6 months...the exhaustion is tremendous. They were 5 weeks premature and weighed 4 pound 4 oz. each. After that they were a breeze. They played well together and kept each other company. They did have some developmental problems in the beginining (pre-school age) and one does have ADHD but they eventually caught up an graduated this May on the honor roll and one was inducted into the National Honor Society last November. They have grown to be two completely seperate individuals even though they are identical. One is very artistic, good at sports and extremely neat while the other is great at writing, computer art and a history buff. The thing I think of the most is Oh My Gosh...we survived and lived through it and looking back it wasn't as bad or as scary as I thought it would be. I can say that raising boys is WAY easier than raising girls LOL.

Tansy - posted on 09/15/2009

I have twin boys! I love it i am a single parent and only 18 so people always ask "OH how do you cope??" I just think you naturally cope, you learn to adjust, it is the biggest gift you could be given, it is lovely when they start getting to know eachother! It is hard work but it is so so much fun. You will feel so proud walking them down the street and hearing people comment as you pass :D People always say "double trouble" and i always respond ".. and twice the fun!" good luck and congratulations!

Marla - posted on 09/15/2009

Congrats!! Having twins has been quite the experience. I have a 3 yr old girl as well as 8mo old g/g twins. I also found out very early in my pregnancy. As others have said try not to listen to all the bad stories that are out there. I was expeciting the worse with mine but I was induced at 37 weeks had no complications and worked up until my 35th week. I only gained 5lbs with my pregnancy and the girls were 6.4lbs and 6.6lbs and delivered them both naturally!! I hope your pregnancy goes as smothly as mine did!! If you have any questions please feel free to ask!

Dominique - posted on 09/15/2009

Hi my name is Dominique and i have twins. They 2 yrs old (a boy and a girl). I just deal with the things that they do day after day. They always do things together so that make it easier for 4 me because they never apart. Dont get me wrong it do get hard at times but i just look at it as a blessing.

Liz - posted on 09/15/2009

Lanelle, first of all congrats!

The world of twins is so exciting!! My girls are 8.5 month old! They were born at 34 weeks, Lorelai was 2p 8 o and Madeline was 3p 7o. We found out we were having twins at 8 weeks. Yes, we were very scared of the vanishing twin syndrome! Our doctors assured us, that there is really nothing we can do to prevent it,so we just crossed our fingers and prayed!

I did have to go on modified bed rest at 22 wks. And because Lorelai was so small they insisted on a c section. I didnt argue because I knew the statistics of a baby that small and weak surviving natural labour. Yes, my doctor upped my folic acid and iron and YES it constipates you.

My best advise, is accept help! I mean as long as you trust the person! Make meals ahead of time, and schedule schedule schedule!!! It hard but so worth it in the end.

Buy diapers like crazy ahead of time, buy wipes ahead of time. And dont buy two of every toy/chair/etc. We bought one exasaucer, one jumperoo, and one swing. But two bouncy chairs, two highchairs etc. We just switch them alot.



Use discount websites, in Canada we have kijiji, you can buy used items or crazy low prices. And in Canada we also have the twin and triplet club, if you can find something like that USE IT. Seriousy if you have any questions just ask! Message me and use this messageboard as much as you need too!

Monica - posted on 09/15/2009

Having twins at first are a lot of work with feeding and doing the diapers. I found people often offer to help you out when you have them..take them up on that..it will give you time to rest and keep yourself healthy. Make sure you feed them at the same time so you aren't awake all night because they have different feeding schedule. But when the twins get older I think it is easier then having one, they keep eachother company.

Tanya - posted on 09/14/2009

My twins are going to be 4 in Jan. we did have our hard times health, financially and just a lot of trying times with them. I will tell you they are a blessing! I have two older children 7 and 5, one just turned 2 the Dec before they were born and the other one turned 4 in March after they were born. The twins were born early at 35 week. I nursed both babies for the first 3 months i would have loved to nursed longer but we moved a few times and it was just too hard. they did get RSV and almost died on us. I am only telling you this not to make you worried but to worn you. Most people do worry about how clean other people's hands are when they are holding a baby or if the person or child has a cold. i learned my lesson. they say it was cause they were premature so they didn't have what it takes for a baby to fight the sicknesses. So what i tell all my friends and family that have newborns especially if the baby(ies) are premature, don't be afraid to ask people to wash their hands before they hold your baby and if they are sick let them know you know they love your babies but please wait till that person is better. You will have your time's of "wow where did the time go" and you will have times where you feel like you are in the same stage for a long time. I have many more things i could tell you but it would be the never ending story of twins:) Remember not every child is the same even twins. One of mine are very laid back late on doing everything and the other one was full of energy and always ahead of the game! there are a lot of things you can get your hands on to get as much knowledge about twins but i think it's different when you are experiencing it. I wish you best of luck and you can always look me up if you have any questions! i know how hard it can be not having anyone who can relate to you cause twins are way different then having one baby at a time. i used to get well i have four kids it's not that bad. It's not but if you're alone it's a lot of work!

Jackie - posted on 09/14/2009

My twin girls are 5 1/2 months old, they were 7.5 and 8lbs! I thought I was gonna die! I was on bedrest, had gestational diabetes, and severe pubic bone pain! Most twins are not that size so dont get scared! Although this last pregnancy was terrible on my body I am so grateful my babies are big and healthy. They are alot of fun and so incredibly different. Prepare yourself, the first 3 weeks to month are tough, take pictures as often as u can because there is not alot you are going to remember, especially if you nurse the babies as I had. I only lasted a month tho. Good luck, I hope all goes well for you!

Also we had a diaper party, my uncles supplied the music, friends prepared the food, and we supplied a half barrel of beer. My sister went around to some local businesses and got some gift certificates and we raffled them off. The catch to get in? A pack of diapers. We had enough diapers to last almost 6 months(we are on our last box) figured it saved us over $700. The money from the raffles and games, were over $1000, which helped because I did not get maternity leave pay. I got this idea from a book called, Juggling Twins, and probably the best advice I have ever been given!

Amanda - posted on 09/14/2009

Twins are a blessing! I have a boy and girl who are now 19 months old. The most difficult part has been trying to do things like grocery shopping alone with them. It just doesn't work. Find a buddy who can help! I always go w/dad or a friend or just find a time when I can go without the babies. Altogether, It is so much fun. They are already friends. They play together and share their snacks. They hug each other and learn from one another. The idea of having twins really scared me but it has been so exciting and wonderful. Make sure to get a stroller that is not side by side... not easy to navigate down ailes.

Bonnie - posted on 09/14/2009

Look on the bright side....at least you have time to prepare. I found out I was having twins after I gave birth to the first one lol. What a surprise and what a blessing! It is true that they are double the work...but also double the fun. My girls are now 13 and we're entering a whole new chapter. My best advice for those first few months is keep to a schedule and don't be afraid to ask a friend or relative to help out once in awhile. You don't have to be Super Mom! We'd all like to be but we're all better moms if we know our limits and know when to ask for help. Above all, ENJOY! Being a mom is a blessing from God....but to be a mom of twins means we've been doubly blessed!

Hailey - posted on 09/14/2009

Post a reply!howdy n congrats on the twins , my girls are now 4 , twins have a habbit of coming early mine came at 35wks they were pretty healthy and a good size for the time , i had to have a csection as one of them was breach feet first i thought it was a breeze having twins i had a great pregnancy although i did have to have more checkups then mothers only carrying one , i also had a bit of bleeding at the start thats how i came to find out i was havin twins i knew i was pregnant and bleeding couldnt b good but after i went to the doctors i was assured there was nothing wrong i just had a bit of a clot , having twins first up was great as i wasnt in any routine with other children so there needs were the start for me its just the same as having one except you have to get double of everything , when you have them put the to bed in the same cot a midwife told me cause they have been together for so long they will settle better together , hope this helps and goodluck with the birth of your beautiful new babies,

Toni - posted on 09/14/2009

i have twin boys that will be 3 on sept. 30th. You'll do fine, it seems a bit scary and overwhelming when you think about it, but some days its kinda fun!! Just remember you can either laugh or cry, and I choose to laugh about the crazy things they get themselves into. If you have any questions, I'm more than happy than to share with you what I can.

Sarah - posted on 09/14/2009

Congrats, well i had my twins in may and they are my first children. When i found out i was expecting twins i cried, the fears of how will i cope with two? what will i do when they both want fed at the same time? your fears will melt away throughout ur pregnancy. One good piece of advice i can give u is sleep when they sleep! If you want any advice or someone to chat to just send me a message. good luck and enjoy xxx

Rena - posted on 09/14/2009

Quoting Rebekah:

Janine, fraternal twins don't run in your family - it's just a matter of you releasing two eggs at once and both fertilising.

Actually that is not correct. Fraternal twins can run in your family. it is identical twins that do not. After finding out I was preg with my twins I did alot of research on this. I didn't know there were twins in my family until after talking to my mother when I found out! Either way, it is something very special  that not everyone gets to experience  :o)

Katie - posted on 09/14/2009

once you get past the every two hour night feedings it gets a lot easier!! my twins are 5 months old now and so much fun! they have just discovered each other and its so cute the way they interact

Katy - posted on 09/14/2009

And I had a csection one baby was breach and the other transverse and they thought one baby had brain swelling (he didnt thank god) so they didnt give me the option of vaginal. I was on bedrest for 4 weeks and it was the most relaxing time i will have for about 20 more years so if you have to......enjoy it hahaha. My Dr gave me an extra folic acid tab but not iron. And I agree with jennifer judy's book suggestion.....it was a life saver. I am a pediatric icu nurse so you would think i would know these things, but it was still the best book ever!

Amy - posted on 09/14/2009

There is nothing to be afraid of!! I was terrified at the thought of having two the same age...especially as newborns...their now 1 1/2 and let me tell ya, everday gets easier. Plus, they have an automatic playmate which will give you more time since you don't have to constantly entertain. It is the coolest thing ever, watching them grow and learn from eachother...some good things and some bad ones of course! You'll do just great...my only advise to you is SCHEDULE, SCHEDULE, SCHEDULE!!! I kept mine on the same schedule and still do becuase it's the only way to get anything done and in doing this, it's only 1 1/2 times the work. Mine were premies born 4 weeks early, boy and girl..their the best thing that's ever happened to me and their just amazing little people. Stay positive, it's really NOT that bad...at all!!!!!!!

Katy - posted on 09/14/2009

Having Twins is the most amazing experience of your life, and women who have singles have NO IDEA what it is like. I have Identical twin boys who are 2.5 and a four month old and it is soooooo different. Prepare yourself for people to stop you wherever you are to ask very personal questions. It is challenging for sure, but get them on a schedule asap and then once you are in your routine ENJOY!!! I still am amazed on a regular basis how they interact with eachother. I had a wonderful pregnancy, and then at 32 weeks went on bedrest after one sac started leaking. I carried them until 36 weeks, which was voluntary, i could have gone longer I never went into labor and the leaking had stopped. I would do it all again if I could. I secretly hoped i was having twins the second time!!!!

Ashley - posted on 09/14/2009

I have 2 yr old b/b twins and a 3 yr old son and its a lot of work but keep them on the same schedule and it will help the first month I was soooo tired. I counldnt even drive by myself (we live 20 min from town) bc I would fall asleep driving. Do everything possible to get some sleep for get everything but taking care of ur kids and eating and sleeping b/c u will run ur self ragged if u try to do anything else. My oldest son was only 17 mon when the twins were born so it was lik having tripletts changing 3 diapers fixing 3 bottle/sippy cups three baths..Any way it does get easier esp the day the can hold there own BOTTLES that was a great day for me b/c I didnt have to prop there bottles or hold them and it freed so much more time up. now mine just destroy my house and fight and bicker and they are so competitive. Now it's starting to get hard for me again alittle bit iam just starting to potty train the twins and they are in there terrible twos and can throw worse fits than my 3 yr old ever did but I have a dominant one and a softy but they both can be mean. lol u will make it have fun with them

Kristine - posted on 09/14/2009

I have one thing to tell you, sleep all you can now. Mine are now 6 but we had a rough road at first. There daddy was in Iraq when i had them and it was so very hard by myself. But we got through it, and i i know if i did you can too. As i say double trouble!

Christina - posted on 09/13/2009

I have b/g twins they are 8 months old they were born 5 weeks early. sister got to come home right away but brother had to stay in the hospital for 2 weeks but you would never know looking at him now. this boy is 8 months old and he weights 20 something pounds and he wears 12 months clothes! They are very much a joy to have but it is alot of work. I also have a 17 month old and an 11 year old she was such a good helper and support. My husband just got back from a year deployement in Iraq so i was doing it alone for a year. At first I was so freaked out but once they got here it was not as bad as I thought it would be. Everyone keeps telling me they don't know how I do it or did it but you always find a way, you have too your the momma and you gotta take care of your babies. It will be fun but tough at first. Good Luck and don;t worry everything will be great!!!!

Kim - posted on 09/13/2009

Congrats! you are in for the (most fun) ride of your life!! My twin girls are 21 & both in their 3rd yr of uni, but I can remember the early days like they were yestrerday! Take care of yourself during your pregnancy - I think it's even more important for Mums of multiples because you'll probably end up gaining more weight than with a single ( I gained exactly half with my single) And while your friends and family will all mean well with their advice, remember with multiples it is a whole different ball game- take their advice & adjust it to what works with you - and get used to my least favourite saying " mine are so close it was just like having twins - NOT - & this would be followed by "are they girls or boys?" - when they're both clearly dressed in pink frilly dresses!!

Shannon - posted on 09/13/2009

congrates! I have twins but here's the kicker. when i gave birth(they were three months premature, but healty) i had a four year old and a 9 month old so three of my children are the same age from june to september. In june my girls turned 5 so they were the same age as their brother until he turned six in september so it's like having triplets somethimes. It's easier than you think don't be scared! I was worried in the beginning as well, but things fall into place and will work out just fine. The toughest problem I had was other people getting my twins confused! simple solution i painted one's toenails, or same outfits different colors. You will do great!

Kris - posted on 09/13/2009

I have twin boys and they were great! People would say they are sorry but why my boys intertained themselves. But also what one does not think of the other will. My biggest issue was the twin talk, they had their own language and did not clue me in. It is said to be common 3yrs old I got some help with their speech. They are twenty today and amazing and always have been a joy. I was a single mother with twins and they had a sister that was 16months older and I was truly blessed.

Rebekah - posted on 09/13/2009

Janine, fraternal twins don't run in your family - it's just a matter of you releasing two eggs at once and both fertilising.

Janine - posted on 09/13/2009

I had 3 children then found out i was pregnant with twins - a boy and a girl. I found out at 12 weeks and i was shocked - surprised - confused - happy and didnt really know what to think! I armed myself with as much research as I could on growth, development, what to expect when giving birth, c-sections etc and became quite a book of knowledge in my own right. My twins were natural and no twins ran on my side of the family so it was definately a matter of "how did this occur". It took me till even after they were born to really have it sink in the I had twins at all. The first 6 months were a struggle as my plans for feeding etc went astray. Like all babies they want it done their way not yours and unfortunately they wanted feed times, affection etc all at the same time so it was quite frustrating. As soon though as they got old enough to interact with each other and become a little less reliant on me - when they started to achieve things like sitting, holding, crawling - it all became alot more enjoyable for us all. They are now 20 months old and are just like any other singular toddler (just times two). It really has become an easy task now. Unless any complications (age/health) you wont have to up folic acid intake, food intake etc. It is treated like any other pregnancy - just a higher risk one given they are multiples. As long as you are taking care of yourself - you and your precious bubs will be just fine. The one thing i liked though was the care i recieved and the fact that i not only got the one standard ultrasound but many over time so i could see just how my babies were growing. It's a treasure - welcome to the club.

Rebekah - posted on 09/13/2009

I have to admit I didn't try to keep my boys on the same schedule and I kind of regret that now. But at times I try to but if they don't want to feed, they don't want to feed and if they don't want to sleep they don't want to sleep, so it depends on your babies too. So I pretty much fed one, fed another and then expressed (I had to express and bottle feed). Best of luck

Joeann - posted on 09/13/2009

Congratulations...and i too know how what joy your twins will bring to your life. I have 2 sets of twins all girls the first set are 8 and the younger set are 2.5yrs and at times it will be hard but just think of all the happy times ahead, i agree with keeping your babies in the same routine it's easier on you in the long run, don't be afraid to ask for help and remember what you don't get done today will still be there tomorrow. All the best and if you want to message me to talk or ask questions i'd be happy to respond

Monica - posted on 09/13/2009

I feel your pain, I had three kids, going for just one more and had identical twin boys when my youngest was only 19 months. But, like anything, you'll get thru it somehow, we always do. My boys are now 10 months and awesome, couldn't imagine our family without either of them. By 6 mo pg I measured 9 mo big, it's like you're 3 months overdue! I was induced naturally at 38wks 2days. Both were head down, both were delivered naturally. 7 lbs and 6 lbs 7oz, and we left the hospital in two days. For me, same as having one baby only doing it twice, everything twice. Twice as much lost sleep, twice as much nursing, twice as much poop. Keep them on the same schedule, when one wakes to eat, wake the other, when one is tired, put them both down. Mine stayed in the same bed together until they could roll at 4 months, now they're in separate cribs, but same room. Still same eating and sleeping schedule. Twice the work, but twice the fun and laughter. Good luck and congratulations!!

Julianne - posted on 09/13/2009

Hi Lanelle, I'm 32wks pregnant with non identical girls. Thankfully have had no morning sickness whatsoever but I didn't have any either with my daughter who is now nearly 3yrs. If there's anything u would like to talk about, it would be great to be able to chat.



Hope ur pregnancy goes along well.



Julianne

Rebekah - posted on 09/13/2009

CONGRATULATIONS!! Our twins are fantastic and bring so much joy. I've never had a singleton but even though they are hard work, I don't think they are terrible. Ours were born very early (25wks) but that was because I got an infection (listeria?). Read what you can - I found a good book called something like "The Multiple Pregnancy Sourcebook" or something like that. I ate really well and tried to follow the recommended diet in the abovementioned book, and ended up with "good" size babies, esp given they were twins born so early. But yes, don't be scared, be willing to ask for and accept help, and just enjoy them! It's amazing, most people that have had twins are the positive people while others can be so negative about "double trouble" and worse.... Take care

Melissa - posted on 09/12/2009

Hello, Just signed up on this tonite. I have Fraternal twin Daughters. They r 4 yrs old. I thought sometimes i had it so bad but now i look back it wasnt as bad as i thought. They r wonderful girls and i have a older son who was very helpful. I pretty much did it by myself and still am. It gets easier as they get older.

Heather - posted on 09/12/2009

what questions do you have?

Denise - posted on 09/12/2009

I found out at 33 weeks that I was going to have b/g twins. THey were born at 36 weeks. They are now 11. Time goes very quickly when you have two to keep you busy!
If you are going to breastfeed, or at least want them to have breast milk I would highly recommend a hospital grade double pump. It may be expensive at first, eleven years ago mine was $260, but the hospital allowed payments of $50/month until pd. off. It's still cheaper & healthier than formula. I then used mine for my third child and still sold it for $50 after that!
Also watch for cool things like "twin talk" and the awesome connection that they will have that other siblings don't. And ALWAYS keep a camera handy!!
Have fun!

Melissa - posted on 09/12/2009

Lanelle...



Oh my, so many things to tell I wouldn't know were to start. It has been a blessed and crazy journey all in one. They are my first B/G Twins that are now 2 yr 4 months old and the time goes by way to fast. They were born at 32 weeks and they had complications but they have overcome those hurdles. To look at my sweet babies today you would never know it. They both know their ABC's, 123's, some shapes, colors and they talk ALLOT!!! :)LOL Please feel free to send me a message if you have specific questions, I always love to share!! :)



I guess the only other thing I would add is, the one thing I did was prepared for EVERYTHING early.....baby showers, babies room being completely done and having everything set up. Since my babies were early it was nice knowing I didn't have that complication to deal with. When you get bigger you shouldn't stress yourself out so do it early!! :)

Tabby - posted on 09/12/2009

Congrats! My twin girls are 2 months old, they are also my first children so I totally know what you're going thru! Its such an awesome experience & you'll be in for an overwhelming time but its just awesome. Having them on a schedule is totally important, and its a little challenging but bear with it! Also dont be afraid to take or ask for help when you're struggling, its hard to be super-mom at 1, 2, 3 in the morning:) good luck with your pregnancy and enjoy it! feel free to message me any time!:)

Leslie - posted on 09/12/2009

My twin girls turn 11 on Tuesday. It is more fun than you will expect.....and you will have to have a sense of humor at times.

Nicole - posted on 09/12/2009

My twins will be 5 this mth.... I have b/g twins.... My twin boy was born @ 7 lbs 4 ozs and my twin girl was born @ 6 lbs both were 19 in...they were born @ 39 1/2 weeks....

Lanelle - posted on 09/12/2009

You are all a wonderful inspiration! Thank you!!

Julia - posted on 09/12/2009

Hi I have one year olf twins Nathan and Meghan - How can I help?

Charlene - posted on 09/12/2009

OMG!! Congradulations first of all.I am a 32 yr old mother of 13month old twin girls,it's hard work I will not lie but this is seriously so much fun,rewarding,emotional,but well worth it I had help for the first month then I was on my own everyone went back to work,although my huband did get up with me every single night,I breastfeed and bottle fed,I cried when I felt like crying please do the same no matter whose there or not you will relieve stress and feel so much better...YOU CAN DO THIS !!!YOUR AMAZING YOUR CARRYING TWINS!!! where are you located I am in mass.

Beth - posted on 09/12/2009

Well there are lots of moms on here with different ideas which is a great resource!! Youshould narrow some of your questions down and we will have a better idea of what to help you with :-) Congrats on your twin pregnancy!!