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re: Just found out expecting twins - freaking out
Posted on 4/19/16 at 3:47 pm to TigerFanatic99
Posted on 4/19/16 at 3:47 pm to TigerFanatic99
Totally get that, but used 3 for illustrative purposes.
Not that you're looking at parent hood this way, but know at least that you'll have your independence back sooner because of the twins than if you had 1 then the other
Not that you're looking at parent hood this way, but know at least that you'll have your independence back sooner because of the twins than if you had 1 then the other
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Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:01 pm to Swoopin
quote:
I'm naive as frick tho
You would be very surprised at just how many couples face fertility issues. Not just your typical couples(or woman) in their mid to late 30s having issues....but younger couples.
I've been reminded several times in my life what happens when I try to "plan out" how my life turns out.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:10 pm to TigerFanatic99
My triplets are 2.5. The first 6 months can be really tough. Get them on a schedule and keep them on the same schedule. You don't want babies sleeping at eating at different times.
Congrats
Congrats
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:15 pm to TigerFanatic99
Check out Costco. Their Kirkland signature diapers and wipes are good quality and they are a good deal. Costco also usually carries Carter's brand kid's clothes. Carter's is also good quality clothing and lasts.
You're going to find that you rely on your Wife a lot. Bathing two babies really goes so much smoother with two people. Same for diaper changes.
Breastfeeding two at the same time is challenging to say the least, but my sister breastfed twins. (No pics.) Save the $ you'd spend on formula. You will definitely be needed to help position the infants and burp them once they finish eating.
When things get rough, i.e. Fussy babies, Hopefully you two can take shifts so one of you gets sleep.
You're going to find that you rely on your Wife a lot. Bathing two babies really goes so much smoother with two people. Same for diaper changes.
Breastfeeding two at the same time is challenging to say the least, but my sister breastfed twins. (No pics.) Save the $ you'd spend on formula. You will definitely be needed to help position the infants and burp them once they finish eating.
When things get rough, i.e. Fussy babies, Hopefully you two can take shifts so one of you gets sleep.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:19 pm to TigerFanatic99
quote:Dude, one of your sperm was like:
twins
(Back and to the left, back and to the left...)
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:24 pm to TigerFanatic99
Surprise identical twins here. What fricked up the initial fun was the sonogram operator missed diagnosed Monoamniotic twins.....50% chance of dying in utero. 2 weeks later maternal-fetal doc confirmed it was NOT mono twins.
It was amazing, scary, TIRING.....Godspeed.
It was amazing, scary, TIRING.....Godspeed.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:25 pm to TigerFanatic99
need help with names?
twin boys...barkevious & mingo
twin girls...kathy & cathy
boy/girl...nigel & beatrice
twin boys...barkevious & mingo
twin girls...kathy & cathy
boy/girl...nigel & beatrice
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:26 pm to Skillet
Aiden & Braden
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:32 pm to MontyFranklyn
quote:
I hope it isn't girls.
Good lord what a double whammy that would be. Congrats and best of luck to the OP.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:35 pm to lsupride87
quote:Meh. I see my dad all the time because I love him.
If it is, he will have two people who will love and CARE for him forever especially when he gets old. If it is two boys they will see him at the holidays
ETA: hyperbole of course
I knew these fraternal twins in college and they had to be costing their dad at least 5K per month. Two car payments w/ insurance, two apartments because they refused to live with each other or anyone else, two sets of bills, both were in sororities, neither worked, both partied like Vodka Sam and both were always shopping online.
Daughters can be really expensive
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:43 pm to lsunurse
quote:
You would be very surprised at just how many couples face fertility issues. Not just your typical couples(or woman) in their mid to late 30s having issues....but younger couples
My wife and I are going through this. She is 28 and I am 33. She's got PCOS. We had several miscarriages after IUI, and tomorrow morning we are going in for a second try at IVF. I don't think I can handle what it will do to her if it doesn't work again; it's really starting to take a toll on her.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:53 pm to TigerFanatic99
We had "surprise" twins. They ended up being our 4th and 5th girls. When they were born our girls ages were 6, 5, 1 and the twins. Life was unbelievably hectic for a good while. We ended up building another house for more space. We are incredibly blessed and I wouldn't change anything. The twins are now freshmen in high school. My oldest is married and in dental hygienist school. Our next is in 2nd year of college. Middle is a soph. They're all incredible young ladies. My wife is a nurse and went back to work about 2 or 3 months after they were born. I had to get all 5 up, dressed, fed, and dropped off to their schools etc. Busy doesn't begin to describe our mornings. I find as a parent, you adjust and do whatever it takes to take care of your family. You will too. You'll look back one day and see how awesome it all was.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 4:57 pm to Winkface
Congrats on the twins.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 5:00 pm to ksayetiger
quote:
But the odds are higher having miscarriages before 12 weeks.
But some people don't mind sharing that experience (should it happen) with loved ones and friends and family.
Again, each to their own.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 5:00 pm to jchamil
quote:
and tomorrow morning we are going in for a second try at IVF. I don't think I can handle what it will do to her if it doesn't work again; it's really starting to take a toll on her.
I hope everything works out ok and a healthy pregnancy is in the very near future.
I would imagine it has been a very trying time for both you and your wife. Posted on 4/19/16 at 5:43 pm to TigerFanatic99
You will be better off with one crib for a while. Remember they are together in the womb and being separated may cause some anxiety.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 5:55 pm to TigerFanatic99
With a 3 year old already in the nest, Panda Spouse and I had surprise twins. Scared the crap out of us. Walked around in shock for weeks. Extremely difficult pregnancy. They didn't sleep for 4 years. yep. years. cried all the time (us too). But you know what? We stuck together, we were kind to each other, we put one foot in front of the other, when one was too exhausted to move the other picked it up and we got through it. Once they settled in it has been the ride of our lives and all 3 are outstanding young adults. Tell yourselves you can do it, accept help and support when offered, commit yourselves to their wellbeing and take good care of each other. Totally completely worth it. Good luck man!
This post was edited on 4/19/16 at 5:57 pm
Posted on 4/19/16 at 6:09 pm to TigerFanatic99
I have 8 year olds, boy and a girl. They are pure hell until they get to 4 years old. The main thing is get them on a schedule together if not you and your wife will go slap arse crazy.
But they are great when they get older because they always have each other to be around and play with.
But they are great when they get older because they always have each other to be around and play with.
Posted on 4/19/16 at 6:36 pm to offshoretrash
Congrats! Our twin daughters are 17. Hard at first, easier later (always a playmate around). If both girls, when they get older they are pretty much protected from the cattiness of teenage girls because they will always have each other to fall back on. Good luck!
Posted on 4/19/16 at 6:38 pm to TigerFanatic99
Congrats, good luck and be very aware of twin to twin transfusion syndrome.
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