Parenting Multiples – The Unique Challenges of Twins, Triplets and Beyond!
From the moment you see that second (or third) little heart beating on the scan, your life changes! Parenting multiples isn’t just “twice as hard as one” it’s a whole minefield of logistical challenges that only a mum of multiples can understand. At Baby Hints and Tips we believe in bringing you expert advice and helpful tips from mums of multiples who can help you through the challenges!
Pregnancy, birthing, feeding, routine, practical issues around home and organisation… we’re here to help you be the best possible mum to your beautiful babies. Join the conversation and ask for the help you need, right here.
Tips to encourage individuality in twins and multiples
Are you worried that your twins are being seen as ‘the twins’ rather than individuals? Twin mum and founder of Twinfo, Naomi shares five tips on how to foster individuality …
Tips for mums pregnant with twins
Q&A: My hubby and I have just found out that we are having twins. Needless to say I am terrified! Can anyone offer tips for set up in preparation for them?
Breastfeeding twins
Q&A: Just after some others experience on breastfeeding twins. I was going to go straight to formula but the doctor recommended giving them colostrum what have others done?
Breastfeeding twins it can be done
Breastfeeding twins – tips from a mum who has been there and conquered that. Best tips for breastfeeding twins including mastitis, tongue tie and managing supply
Expecting multiples? You need the Australian Multiple Birth Association
Discovering you are expecting twins, triplets or more is a surprise and shock to most, even if they were aware there was a chance! Most parents feel a sense of …
Multiple Births – Survival Tips
Practical survival tips for the birth of multiples from a mum of triplets 2 year olds and a 3 year old.
Names suggestions for Twins
Q&A: Today we want to hear your ideas for names for twins. Boy/boy, girl/girl or girl/boy twins. Also love to hear what you called your twins
{Expert tips} Sleep and multiples
Expert Tips: by Kylie (Midwife, Child and Maternal Health Nurse, and owner of Beyond the Bump)
Do your Multiples share a room? Cot?
Q&A: Do your Multiples share a cot? and or bedroom? What works for you?
Helpful hints for Mums with Multiples
Q&A: What helpful tips can you offer Mums who are currently pregnant with multiples?
Did you Tandem Feed or Bottle Feed your twins?
Q&A: Did you tandem feed your Twins? Or bottle feed? What worked for you?
Is it OK to dress your twins/triplets in the same clothes?
Q&A: Is it OK to dress your multiples in identical clothes or should they be dressed to be individuals?
Tips for Looking after Newborn Twins plus Toddler
Q&A: Just after anyones ‘thank god I was told this!’ tips for looking after newborn twins and a toddler who will be almost 2 when they’re born.
Is it ok to Give Twins Similar Names?
Q&A: Do you think its OK to name your twins with similar names?
Twin Birthday Cakes – One or Two?
Q&A: Do you celebrate your TWINS birthdays with 1 cake or 2 so they dont have to share?
Life with Twins
Q&A: Tell us about your twins!
Settling Issues with Twins
Q&A: My newborn twins are so unsettled and nothing seems to stop them from crying at sleep time. We are now trying to allow them to self settle and they are actually crying less, but I don’t want them to cry at all. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Double Pram Suggestions
Q&A: I’m pregnant with my second child and I’m wondering of a good toddler/ baby pram. My little girl will be 1 yr and 4 months when the second is born. So something that will be good for both of them. Price doesn’t matter just looking for the best out there – not really to keen on the prams though where they sit side by side… I’d prefer the one under the other thanks everyone!
