I'm Pregnant with Twins! - Winston Salem,NC

When one of my friends had newborn twins and an 18 month old, I asked her how she handled it. She very calmly said "Well, I only have 2 hands so sometimes someone just has to cry for a minute."

It seemed to work for her, her kids are all mid elementary school age and she still has her sanity :)

I had triplets. I was told what I could expect based on the usual but I let things happen. Relax. It is easy to worry about things. You can read up on things and join message boards etc. You will get some great tips on managing things. When my 3 were born, the nurses and peds all told me that when I am frustrated about something--as babies and toddlers can sometimes be--think about this: with one baby you are busy, with 3 your are busy x 3. Always remember to think of them as individuals. It helped when dealing with problems that came up as they grew. They are now 17.
People ask me how the heck I do it all. I tell them that you do what needs to be done. plain and simple. Enjoy your pregnancy, so exciting!

AAAWWWWW CONGRATS...
It will be okay. Somehow as moms we always make it work. You will be awesome.

My twins are 10 years old. I was excited, nervous, all of the above when I found out from day 1. It is amazing, wonderful, and a very special thing to have twins. First, if you have a supportive partner/spouse, parent, friends that helps. My husband stepped up and my mom was with us 3 days a week for the first few years, so that helped a lot.
Be prepared they may come early. 3 weeks on ave. but sometimes 1-2 months early. Mine were 3 months early, but with today's hospitals / equipment / knowledge / doctors / nurses they will help you til they're ready to come home.
Secondly was what to buy? Do I buy 2 of everything ??? 2 cribs, 2 swings, 2 everything? You can get by with 1 crib at first, they can co-sleep. They're so small at first and they probably like to be together.... at first. You'll know when it's time to get 2nd crib, for us 7-8 mos. old. Buy 1 swing/chair, if you want a 2nd later on...there's time. They don't need a ton of clothes, onsies and soft blankets are good enough. They'll grow out of clothes before you can buy more. My favorites were many hand-me-downs usually from friends, family members given to us. Cute, free, and then I passed them on if they were still in good condition.
You'll want a double stroller-either side by side or tandem. Tandem , the car seats slipped right in, heavier, but easier for narrow walkways, like store aisles. But the side by side was lighter, but wider. Maybe start with tandem with car seats and maybe the lighter side by side when they can sit up on their own...8-18 months.
I recommend diapers.com for diapers delivered to your doorstep. Good prices, variety, and convenient. Save yourself trips to the store.
You'll have more Dr. appts. Less sleep. Gets easier as they get older. The first few years are hardest. But it gets easier after age 4-6 somewhere.
Enjoy them every day. They Grow UP FAST!! Be prepared for this question every day... "Are they fraternal or identical?" But I don't mind...they're too cute!
The rest you'll figure out as you go along. Every set of twins are different from the rest. Some are easy...some are more difficult, but you'll find your family stride. Good Luck, have fun, Enjoy!!

So exciting! Congratulations!

Don't worry, you will figure it out!

Congratulations!! Don't worry. You have several months to read up on it. Enjoy!!

i don't know how you will handle it but i will tell you around age 4 is when things start to calm down. until then i didn't know if it was day or night. i think having twins cured my need to have another baby. i don't have advice as you will learn how to mother two at the same time, but i will tell you to try garner support as much as you can especially for the first year.

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i don't know how you will handle it but i will tell you around age 4 is when things start to calm down. until then i didn't know if it was day or night. i think having twins cured my need to have another baby. i don't have advice as you will learn how to mother two at the same time, but i will tell you to try garner support as much as you can especially for the first year.

You've gotten lovely advice below! Make sure that you are taking pregnancy vitamins (double check with the pharmacist that they have enough folic acid to help prevent spina bifida and some forms of cleft palate.)

Drink the amount of water the doctor tells you to drink. Your uterus is a smooth muscle tissue and shrinks if you become dehydrated, which can make it start to contract. A full bladder pushes against your uterus, which can also cause it to contract. So drink and pee, drink and pee! Don't hold your urine because you're tired of going to the toilet.

You need to rest when you're tired. Put your feet up some, try to lay on your left side when you sleep.

Don't try to "do it all". You are a vessel for these growing babies. The longer you keep them inside of you, the better for them and the easier for you after they are born. Make sure you're getting plenty of calcium - babies will take what they need from your body - right out of your bones.

I ended up in pre-term labor with one baby. The reason I'm detailing what I am here is because of that.

Best of luck to you and congratulations!

I am a first time mom, mine our four months old. (Boy/girl ) I delivered at 35 weeks due to my BP. Don't be afraid to ask what you may think are dumb questions. My biggest advise to is, get help with post partum depression, evenif you tthink you can cope. Talk to as many woman as you can, because men (my husband ) didn't understand. Everyone told me to remember "this to shall pass ", it does. Stick to a srtict schedule, especially feedings. Mine took a bit but i have consistent night feedings that rarely vary. It all takes time don't give up and hopefully you have someone willing to help you once and awhile.

Wow! Congratulations on your twins! That is exciting! I don't have experience with twins but I would say ask for help from friends and family while they are babies. I have heard of people having grandma or a nighttime nurse be there during the nights to help. And when times are tough and you are short on sleep just always remember that babyhood is just a phase and it will be over before you know it. My daughter is in Kindergarten this year and has become good friends with two girls in her class that are twins. They are the cutest girls and are sweet, mature, and happy. They both love sports. They both are good at being kind to other kids. You can tell they are the best of friends and just love each other. My daughter plays with them often either at their house or they come to ours. My daughter is SO jealous that they have each other to play with...she really wishes she had a twin!