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- Twin Baby Registry Quick Reference
Wondering what to buy for twins? Here is what we had on our registry and only the things we actually used. You already have to buy two of many things, you don’t need to waste your money on stuff you won’t use! - Best Cribs for Twins from Newborns to Preschool AgeWhen looking for the best cribs for twins, there are many factors to consider including how much space you have, cost, and how long they’ll last you. In this post I’ll go over the best cribs for twins in every situation to help parents of twins prepare for their twins’ arrival.
- Making Gluten Free Pancakes to Freeze for Quick BreakfastsDo you have a child who needs a quick breakfast but with food allergies that can be difficult to find? I’ve started to make a batch of gluten free pancakes that I freeze and then thaw whenever my son with food allergies wants pancakes.
- How to Help Your Twins Transition from Crib to Bed + Free PrintableAre you considering the transition from crib to bed for your twins? Here are some things that helped us when our 3 boys transitioned within a month of each other when our twins were 2 years old and our oldest was 4 years old.
- How to Prepare Your Child for a New SiblingAre you considering adding another child to the family? Here are some things that will help with how to prepare your child for a new sibling.
- Breastfeeding Tips and Pumping Tips for TwinsAre you looking for breastfeeding tips and pumping tips? From breastfeeding my first child to exclusively pumping for my twins, I have a lot of breastfeeding tips and exclusively pumping tips to share.
- Weaning from Pumping or Breastfeeding the Safe Way Plus My Sample ScheduleWhen it’s time to start weaning from pumping or breastfeeding, it can seem to be a daunting task but I’ve got a few tips that may help. These basics helped me wean from breastfeeding for my first child and wean from exclusively pumping for my twins, without getting major clogs or mastitis.
- Superpower Biomarker Testing for a Comprehensive LookThese days, being healthy goes way beyond going to a traditional physician once a year. I’ve found that taking my health into my own hands, including with biomarker testing, I get better outcomes than ever before. That’s where Superpower comes in!
- The Risks and Tests you Need to Know About During Your MoDi Twin PregnancyThere are many things you need to know during your MoDi Twin pregnancy that are beyond what you’d need to know for other types of twin pregnancies or a singleton pregnancy. Here is what I learned throughout my MoDi Twin pregnancy and beyond.
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As a mom of identical twins and a son two years older, I have gained invaluable experience in the realm, and chaos, of parenting. With a Master's Degree and Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology, I spent years as a school psychologist, helping children navigate through their educational and emotional challenges. Now as a stay at home mom and professional blogger, I combine my areas of expertise to help you in your parenting journey.