How do you cope when you have twins or multiples?

Having twins or multiples is just like being a mother 2 or more times. The only difference is that it is done at the same time. Motherhood is already very tough and imagine having more than 1 child at the same time. It is going to be a real challenge but hang in there, you be fine.

Here is some tips to help cope with things better

Things you should prepare

A Feeding Chart. You will need one chart for each child. For infant, you need to record the time of each feed and if you are bottle feeding, you may also want to jot down the amount drank for each feed. If you are starting solid food, keep a chart of the time for milk feed, meals time and snack time. This will help you to organise yourself.
A wrist tag . In the initial days, you may need to have a wrist tag, it can be anything to help you identify each child. if should be water resistant so that you need not take it off when bathing. You do not need this if your twins or mutiples are not identicial.
An extra helping hand. Try to plan for an extra helping hand especially during the initial days after delivery. If you cant find anyone, ask your hubby for help.
Double up. You may need to double up your necessities for your newborns. It may mean more packets of diaper, more clothing etc. A dual electric breastpump is a must. It can be your best friend especially when you need to express milk faster and more at one time. You may also need a pram that can accomodate your newborns.
Have a plan rooster. Schedule a plan that states clearly the role of each member of the family. e.g Daddy can have take charge for all the diaper changing , grandma can help to bathe the babies. Try to disseminate the roles so that you as a mum can have some rest time to recuperate when you are not feeding your babies.
Be mentally prepared. You need to know that having twins or multiples means double the crying, double the mess, double the work. Always remember that be have a structure to make life easier, but do have some flexibility sometimes

while you been overjoyed and filled with anxiety with having twins or multiples, there are some good news with them.

You have double the joy
Your baby will have instant playmates
You have double the bonding
You only have to go through labour pain once
Your babies will be closer to each other as they grows

Learn more great tips from Author Suzannah Peel on her experiences how she cope with her twins Sam & Elle and while she was pregnant with her 3rd child.

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