Twin Talks: Pregnancy and Parenting M...
We encourage parents who are expecting twins as well as experienced moms and dads of multiples. Together, we explore the unique challenges new parents face when raising two or more children of the same age. Join us as we embrace the joys of parenting when you’ve got double the duty.
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Nutrition for Twin Pregnancies
What exactly does your body need nutritionally to help with the growth and development of your babies? What are the daily caloric requirements? Plus, we'll demystify common foods that are often considered "taboo" during pregnancy.
36 min
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Preparing for Your Twin Vaginal Birth
What are the pros and cons to both mom and baby? What should you expect during labor and delivery?
41 min
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Identifying Twin Types During Pregnancy
What exactly are they looking for during those ultrasounds? How do they determine if your pregnancy is more "high risk" than others? And how accurate are their findings?
32 min
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Singletons Before Twins
How will you prepare your singleton for the arrival of the new babies?
42 min
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Sibling Rivalry Between Twins
How does twin sibling rivalry differ from rivalry shared between singletons? And what is the parent's role in diffusing conflict?
36 min
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Debunking Myths About Twin Pregnancy
Is it really rare to be pregnant the full 40 weeks? And is bedrest pretty much unavoidable?
33 min
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Twin Baby Gear Essentials: Double Strollers
What features provide the most versatility so your stroller can grow with your children? And how much can you expect to spend?
34 min
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Childcare Options for Twin Parents
What are the most popular childcare options for twins? How practical are these options for you and your family?
38 min
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Postpartum Care and Recovery After Twins
What can you expect to experience within the first six weeks after giving birth to your babies? How does the recovery process with twins differ from having just one baby?
35 min
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Creating a Routine for Your Newborn Twins
How much are newborn twins expected to sleep? How many diaper changes can you expect each day?
33 min
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Sleep Tips for Newborn Twins
36 min
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Annoying Questions People Ask About Twins
What are some of the common questions asked? What's the best way to respond to them? How do you handle the situation gracefully without divulging too much information?
33 min
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Helping Your Singleton Deal with Twin “Invaders”
As expecting parents, we’ve been planning for their arrival with excitement and terror all at the same time.
36 min
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Twin Developmental Milestones: Movement and Phy...
How do milestones for premature twins differ from full-term twins? And what basic movements and physical activity should you expect from your babies during the first year?
39 min
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Twinning: How Does It Happen?
You may be asking questions like, how did this happen? How common are twins? Are they identical or fraternal? And could it happen to me again?
33 min
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Clothing Hacks for Twins: Making Things Simple!
Between diapering and changing clothes multiple times a day, you just learn to grin and bear it. But what if there are ways to make this easier? Today we’re talking about hacks to make it easier to get twin babies dressed!
31 min
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From Surviving into Thriving in the First Year
Caring for two babies at the same time is one of the hardest things a person can do in their entire lifetime.
49 min
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Twin Baby Gear Essentials: Baby Carriers
What kind of carriers work best for tandem babywearing? We're breaking down the pros and cons of each style according to the twin parents who know them best!
37 min
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Back to Work After Twins: Finding Flexibility
Are you planning on returning to work after having twins? How can you find flexibility in your existing job or in a new job that allows to you be the hands-on parent that you desire and still be a breadwinner?
39 min
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How Twin Families Can Save Money for the Future
What can you do to plan ahead and save money for the future of twin parenting?
52 min
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Decorating Bedrooms for Boy and Girl Twins
Do you have to decorate your twins' room in pink and blue? What other options are there? And how can you update their room as they become preschool and school-age kids?
46 min
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Au Pairs: Affordable Childcare for Your Twins
What exactly is an au pair, and how can they help simplify your life? We’re chatting with two host moms from Au Pair in America, the nation’s first accredited au pair program
29 min
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Home vs Hospital Birth for Twins
You may have been dreaming about having a homebirth when you were first planning your pregnancy.
46 min
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Sleep Training Your Twins
You may have read or heard about sleep training. What exactly is it? What are your options?
36 min
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Where Should My Twins Sleep?
Should you put newborns together? Keep them in your room or put them in the nursery?
40 min