Title: Juggling twins
First published: 2008
Description: From pregnancy to health issues, to eating, sleeping, bathing, and leaving the house, Juggling Twins is packed with the detailed, authoritative information that parents of multiples crave. "Practical advice and a healthy dose of humor—this book has exactly what parents need to help them survive and thrive with multiples. Recommended reading for all mothers of twins."Deborah Platek, MD, Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Harvard Vanguard Medical AssociatesThe best twin-tested tips used by real momsThe stresses that come with raising two babies are numerous - but they are predictable and manageable. From a mom who's been there, Juggling Twins is a funny, realistic, and reassuring guide for every new mom of twins who may be asking herself, "Can I really pull this off?"From pregnancy to health issues, to eating, sleeping, bathing, and leaving the house, Juggling Twins is packed with the detailed, authoritative information that parents of multiples crave. Author and mother of twin boys Meghan Regan-Loomis offers an indispensable toolkit of solutions and techniques, designed to create order out of the chaos and help you catch your breath during this daunting and exhilarating time.You'll learn how to:Nurse two babies at the same time, comfortably and efficientlyGet exactly the help you need from family and friends in those first few weeksSafely transport two babies at once when it's just you and themSurvive the nights by breaking them into shifts (that include you sleeping)Stockpile the right food and supplies in advance of their arrivalMaintain your identity and your marriage through the madnessGet prepared, stay calm, and count your blessings (two!)—raising twins can be a wonderful, intense challenge that draws on the best in you.
Subjects: Care, Twins, Parenting, Psychology, Infants, Child rearing, Toddlers, Children, Family & Relationships, Humor (Nonfiction), Nonfiction
LC classification: HQ777.35 .R44 2008