Anyone have twins? UPDATE Today is their 2nd Birthday

SnDvls · 11-06-2007, 09:35 AM

I might need some help/advice on it if you do.

My wife and I found our we are expecting...well her 1st Dr.'s apt. was yesterday and this Dr. likes to to an ultrasound on the first visit to make sure the expected size/date of conception match up and well to our shock we're having twins!

The Dr. is pretty sure they are fraternal as he feels it would be way too early for an egg to split this soon.

We have a 2-year old (3 in December) so it's not a totally new experience being parents, but I'm sure two are a ton different than one.

We're both a little overwhelmed with the news, but also excited. It's going to take a few days to settle in and then the adjustments to what is to come ahead will have to start being made.

Any help/advice is appriciated.

Subby · 11-06-2007, 09:46 AM

First off - congratulations!

My wife and I have fraternal twins (boys) and they turn 5 in a little over a week. Jakey and Ryan have two older brothers aged 7 and 9.

Probably the biggest challenge for my wife was breast feeding them - she made it a whole year, but the late night feedings were brutal and I think it just sapped a lot of energy out of her. I know the sleep deprivation killed me and I didn't have to do a whole lot.

I would recommend keeping them in your room in the crib so it is easier to get them and put them back down at night.

Fraternal twins are the greatest two for one deal going. The next year should be pretty difficult, particularly since you have another young one. Once you make it through - it really does get easier and easier.

Biggest point of pride for us is that we made it through that first year without the aids of night nurses or nannies or any of the other stuff that seems to be more and more popular these days.

Alan T · 11-06-2007, 09:56 AM

Congrats Sndvls on the news!

henry296 · 11-06-2007, 10:02 AM

We had twin girls born three weeks ago (Gracie and Claire), so we can provide some advice.

First make sure your wife takes care of herself. My wife was able to make it to almost 38 weeks and they were each nearly 5 pounds when born.

I can echo the sleep deprvivation. Right now they are eating every three hours. We are formula feeding so we both wake up every three years and each take one for the feeding.

Having a second pair of hands is always helpful. Right now I'm home on paternity leave, but we will have some help in the afternoons a couple of days a week to help my wife out when I go back to work.

Feel free to PM if you have any more questions.

MIJB#19 · 11-06-2007, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by henry296

I can echo the sleep deprvivation. Right now they are eating every three hours. We are formula feeding so we both wake up every three years and each take one for the feeding.

Note to self, never get twins, hours will feel like years...

Sorry I got nothing constructive to add. Aside from a congrats to SnDvls and henry296.

CamEdwards · 11-06-2007, 11:03 AM

We have 2 1/2 year old boy/girl twins, and I'll echo what Subby said. The first year is by far the most difficult. The fact that you already have one will help though... just imagine the first one x2.

I think my wife was able to breastfeed for six months, but it was hard. James and Catherine were 7 pounds 5 oz and 8 pounds when they were born, so they required a LOT of food.

We also didn't need a night nurse or additional help, but I started working evenings shortly after they were born, which made it easier for Elaine.

Good luck, and if you need any help/advice, feel free to ask.

korme · 11-06-2007, 11:08 AM

I'm glad to see all three of you shied away from the rhyming names.

SnDvls · 11-06-2007, 06:49 PM

Okay the wife has some questions for the people w/ twins

did you put them in the same room after birth in the crib stage?

henry296 · 11-06-2007, 07:27 PM

Yes, we keep ours together in the Pack N Play during the day and in a cradle in our room at night. They are so used to being together, that they are happy. We've heard that as long as they don't wake each other up, that is best.

B & B · 11-06-2007, 11:02 PM

One time I had twins

but to be honest

they didnt look like this

EagleFan · 11-06-2007, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by henry296

We are formula feeding so we both wake up every three years and each take one for the feeding.

What's the number for DYFS?

Subby · 11-06-2007, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnDvls

Okay the wife has some questions for the people w/ twins

did you put them in the same room after birth in the crib stage?

Yeah absolutely. They'll get split up enough down the road. I think it is actually good for their development to be together early on.

henry296 · 11-07-2007, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MIJB#19

Note to self, never get twins, hours will feel like years...

Sorry I got nothing constructive to add. Aside from a congrats to SnDvls and henry296.

These types of mistakes happen when you are sleep deprived

Thomkal · 11-07-2007, 09:09 AM

Congrats!

Well I don't have twins, but I am one (identical), so does that count?

Not a parent though so can't offer any advice in that department. You are in for a fun (and exhausting it sounds like) experience though. The bond between most twins is something to cherish and encourage, but yet be sure to treat them as individuals too.

My mother was a member of the Twins Mother's Club back when we lived in New York and it was a tremendous help according to her. I believe its still around, or other organizations like it will be. I would recommend getting information of them and joining one or two.

CamEdwards · 11-07-2007, 01:14 PM

When they were very little, James and Catherine ended up sleeping in our bed with Elaine, while I moved into the guest room for a few months. Since she was breastfeeding and they were eating about every two and a half hours, it was just far easier that way.

At four months they moved into their cribs, where they've stayed ever since. Well, we let them out during the day, but you know what I mean. They're sharing a room right now and wouldn't have it any other way. It does help that their bedroom isn't where they play, it's just where they sleep.

CamEdwards · 11-07-2007, 01:15 PM

Dola:

To echo what Thomkal said, be sure to check out the local Mothers of Multiples group. Elaine ended up not going to the meetings but still volunteers at the annual consignment sale so we can score cheap clothes for the twins.

SnDvls · 02-18-2008, 08:12 PM

guess I should have bumped this 2 weeks ago when we found out

we're having one boy and one girl

a problem we have already run into...unless you like Pooh Bear you have very little to choose from that is gender neutral for bedding.

our first child (3-year old daughter ) is named Mckinley (it was my wife's grandfather's middle name and we loved it...it would have been his 1st great grand child had he lived to see her

so we thought it was fitting and loved the name)

we're looking at continuing the "president" theme, but not on purpose

Jackson for the boy and Kennedy for the girl

hoopsguy · 02-18-2008, 08:21 PM

Missed this the first time around - congratulations on the news. We have two sets of friends that have twins (both fraternal, both sets of girls). One of them was in a similar boat to you, as they had a two year old when the twins arrived. Needless to say, Mom didn't sleep much that first year after the twins arrived.

oliegirl · 02-18-2008, 08:23 PM

Again, congrats

I love the names! My FI is rolling his eyes at me right now, baby fever has set in and I've been oohing and aahing over little ones for a couple of weeks...I keep throwing names out and he keeps saying "how about we wait til we're actually pregnant", but I like to be prepared

Keep us posted...and of course, lots of pics once they arrive!

See ya in WW!

DaddyTorgo · 02-18-2008, 08:33 PM

dude...CONGRATS

I predict once the two pop your WW-time will dramatically decrease.

korme · 02-18-2008, 08:37 PM

I have Liriano in my keeper league.

Logan · 02-18-2008, 08:42 PM

Like the names. Congrats.

CamEdwards · 02-18-2008, 09:33 PM

Gotta love Kennedy for a girl... makes me think of the former MTV VJ.

The gender specific bedding is annoying. James and Catherine's bedroom is divided right down in half... girly stuff on her side and all kinds of superheroes on his side. At some point James will move in with his older brother Andrew, but for now they're still in the same room.

And can I just say that potty-training two at once... almost as hard as the first year of their life. Oy.

johnnyshaka · 02-18-2008, 09:47 PM

No twins here (although one of my grandfathers is a twin as is one of my wife's grandfathers...so, we are pretty good candidates!) but the Mothers Group my wife participates in contains two mothers that do have twins. They both are a part of a Multiples Mothers Group and swear by it as a great support.

Congrats and have fun!!!

Breeze · 02-19-2008, 06:05 AM

I have boy/girl twins...they are now 5. Their older brother was 20 months when they were born, so we were in a similar position age wise to your family.

Congratulations...

SnDvls · 06-03-2008, 03:09 PM

getting down to nitty gritty time.

the wife has a c-section scheduled for the 9th if she doesn't go into labor before then (we pretty sure she'll make the 9th).

I just keep doing as may honey do's as I can.

once they come I'll be sure to post pictures.

johnnyshaka · 06-03-2008, 03:36 PM

Good luck!!!

My wife is due a couple of days after yours but we're only having one. Curious to see how our 2 year old deals with the new addition.

CamEdwards · 06-03-2008, 07:33 PM

Awesome!

Alan T · 06-03-2008, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnDvls

getting down to nitty gritty time.

the wife has a c-section scheduled for the 9th if she doesn't go into labor before then (we pretty sure she'll make the 9th).

I just keep doing as may honey do's as I can.

once they come I'll be sure to post pictures.

Good luck with everything SnDvls, hope it all goes smoothly!

Grats to JohnnyShaka too on yours and best wishes there as well!

Celeval · 06-03-2008, 07:49 PM

Congrats, and best of luck!

Subby · 06-03-2008, 08:13 PM

Glad everything has gone smoothly up til now.

That will change after they are born, so enjoy the calm

henry296 · 06-03-2008, 09:32 PM

Good luck... My wife made it all the way to her scheduled C-section at 38 weeks. The girls just didn't want to come out.

King of New York · 06-04-2008, 09:05 AM

Good luck!

Hearing you son's or daughter's voice for the first time, letting out that first newborn "wtf is going on here???" wail, is one of the most memorable experiences in life. Instant tears for mom and dad.

wade moore · 06-04-2008, 09:32 AM

How did I miss this thread?

For what it's worth I am a twin. My identical twin brother is lordscarlet on this board.

If you ever have questions from the other side of the fence, let me know.

lordscarlet · 06-04-2008, 09:51 AM

I assumed you had already posted here so I stayed quiet.

lordscarlet · 06-04-2008, 09:52 AM

dola: Do not, I repeat do not name your kids rhyming names or names that start with the same letter.

Coffee Warlord · 06-04-2008, 10:04 AM

Good luck!

And I hope your 2 year old is potty trained. That'd be a lottttt of diapers otherwise.

wade moore · 06-04-2008, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordscarlet

dola: Do not, I repeat do not name your kids rhyming names or names that start with the same letter.

Names are above:

Jackson - Boy
Kennedy - Girl

lordscarlet · 06-04-2008, 12:00 PM

good work.

lordscarlet · 06-04-2008, 12:01 PM

dola: It is still a good cautionary tale for others.

SnDvls · 06-04-2008, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wade moore

How did I miss this thread?

For what it's worth I am a twin. My identical twin brother is lordscarlet on this board.

If you ever have questions from the other side of the fence, let me know.

thanks I'll keep you both in mind...I had seen or read somewhere that you two were twins.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coffee Warlord

Good luck!

And I hope your 2 year old is potty trained. That'd be a lottttt of diapers otherwise.

she's 3 now and yes very potty trained and a great little helper too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordscarlet

dola: It is still a good cautionary tale for others.

ya we went with the unintended "presidential" theme...My wife really liked Kennedy & Jackson and our 3-year old daughter is Mckinley (after my wife's grandfather who passed away before her birth)

Dr's apt. was today and all is still the same so Monday it is.

thanks again all.

jeheinz72 · 06-04-2008, 02:47 PM

Congrats SnDvls, try and get some Z's while you still can man...

Farrah Whitworth-Rahn · 06-04-2008, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wade moore

For what it's worth I am a twin. My identical twin brother is lordscarlet on this board.

Pixplskthx.

lordscarlet · 06-04-2008, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Farrah Whitworth-Rahn

Pixplskthx.

Lorena · 06-06-2008, 09:30 AM

Good luck and grats SnDvls!

oliegirl · 06-06-2008, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordscarlet

So which one is which????

SnDvls · 06-10-2008, 11:23 PM

All babies and mom are just great.

Dr. Sak · 06-11-2008, 06:07 AM

Congrats SnDvls!

CleBrownsfan · 06-11-2008, 06:22 AM

Congrats!!! Big boys for being twins....

Neon_Chaos · 06-11-2008, 06:32 AM

CONGRATS!

VOTE KENNEDY

VOTE JACKSON

11-06-2007, 09:46 AM	#2
Subby lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: sans pants	First off - congratulations! My wife and I have fraternal twins (boys) and they turn 5 in a little over a week. Jakey and Ryan have two older brothers aged 7 and 9. Probably the biggest challenge for my wife was breast feeding them - she made it a whole year, but the late night feedings were brutal and I think it just sapped a lot of energy out of her. I know the sleep deprivation killed me and I didn't have to do a whole lot. I would recommend keeping them in your room in the crib so it is easier to get them and put them back down at night. Fraternal twins are the greatest two for one deal going. The next year should be pretty difficult, particularly since you have another young one. Once you make it through - it really does get easier and easier. Biggest point of pride for us is that we made it through that first year without the aids of night nurses or nannies or any of the other stuff that seems to be more and more popular these days. __________________ Superman was flying around and saw Wonder Woman getting a tan in the nude on her balcony. Superman said I going to hit that real fast. So he flys down toward Wonder Woman to hit it and their is a loud scream. The Invincible Man scream what just hit me in the ass!!!!! I do shit, I take pictures, I write about it: chrisshue.com Last edited by Subby : 11-06-2007 at 09:48 AM.

11-06-2007, 10:02 AM	#4
henry296 College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	We had twin girls born three weeks ago (Gracie and Claire), so we can provide some advice. First make sure your wife takes care of herself. My wife was able to make it to almost 38 weeks and they were each nearly 5 pounds when born. I can echo the sleep deprvivation. Right now they are eating every three hours. We are formula feeding so we both wake up every three years and each take one for the feeding. Having a second pair of hands is always helpful. Right now I'm home on paternity leave, but we will have some help in the afternoons a couple of days a week to help my wife out when I go back to work. Feel free to PM if you have any more questions. __________________ "It's a great day for hockey" - "Badger" Bob Johnson

11-06-2007, 11:03 AM	#6
CamEdwards Stadium Announcer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Burke, VA	We have 2 1/2 year old boy/girl twins, and I'll echo what Subby said. The first year is by far the most difficult. The fact that you already have one will help though... just imagine the first one x2. I think my wife was able to breastfeed for six months, but it was hard. James and Catherine were 7 pounds 5 oz and 8 pounds when they were born, so they required a LOT of food. We also didn't need a night nurse or additional help, but I started working evenings shortly after they were born, which made it easier for Elaine. Good luck, and if you need any help/advice, feel free to ask. __________________ I don't want the world. I just want your half.

11-06-2007, 07:27 PM	#9
henry296 College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Yes, we keep ours together in the Pack N Play during the day and in a cradle in our room at night. They are so used to being together, that they are happy. We've heard that as long as they don't wake each other up, that is best. __________________ "It's a great day for hockey" - "Badger" Bob Johnson

11-06-2007, 11:02 PM	#10
B & B College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: A sports era long ago when everything didnt require a Nike logo	One time I had twins but to be honest they didnt look like this __________________ Nobody cares about Kyle Orton because he's black. -PT

11-06-2007, 09:56 AM	#3
Alan T Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Mass.	Congrats Sndvls on the news!

11-06-2007, 11:08 AM	#7
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	I'm glad to see all three of you shied away from the rhyming names.

11-06-2007, 06:49 PM	#8
SnDvls Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2001	Okay the wife has some questions for the people w/ twins did you put them in the same room after birth in the crib stage?

11-07-2007, 09:09 AM	#14
Thomkal Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Surfside Beach,SC USA	Congrats! Well I don't have twins, but I am one (identical), so does that count? Not a parent though so can't offer any advice in that department. You are in for a fun (and exhausting it sounds like) experience though. The bond between most twins is something to cherish and encourage, but yet be sure to treat them as individuals too. My mother was a member of the Twins Mother's Club back when we lived in New York and it was a tremendous help according to her. I believe its still around, or other organizations like it will be. I would recommend getting information of them and joining one or two.

11-07-2007, 01:14 PM	#15
CamEdwards Stadium Announcer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Burke, VA	When they were very little, James and Catherine ended up sleeping in our bed with Elaine, while I moved into the guest room for a few months. Since she was breastfeeding and they were eating about every two and a half hours, it was just far easier that way. At four months they moved into their cribs, where they've stayed ever since. Well, we let them out during the day, but you know what I mean. They're sharing a room right now and wouldn't have it any other way. It does help that their bedroom isn't where they play, it's just where they sleep. __________________ I don't want the world. I just want your half.

11-07-2007, 01:15 PM	#16
CamEdwards Stadium Announcer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Burke, VA	Dola: To echo what Thomkal said, be sure to check out the local Mothers of Multiples group. Elaine ended up not going to the meetings but still volunteers at the annual consignment sale so we can score cheap clothes for the twins. __________________ I don't want the world. I just want your half.

02-18-2008, 08:12 PM	#17
SnDvls Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2001	guess I should have bumped this 2 weeks ago when we found out we're having one boy and one girl a problem we have already run into...unless you like Pooh Bear you have very little to choose from that is gender neutral for bedding. our first child (3-year old daughter ) is named Mckinley (it was my wife's grandfather's middle name and we loved it...it would have been his 1st great grand child had he lived to see her so we thought it was fitting and loved the name) we're looking at continuing the "president" theme, but not on purpose Jackson for the boy and Kennedy for the girl

02-18-2008, 08:21 PM	#18
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	Missed this the first time around - congratulations on the news. We have two sets of friends that have twins (both fraternal, both sets of girls). One of them was in a similar boat to you, as they had a two year old when the twins arrived. Needless to say, Mom didn't sleep much that first year after the twins arrived.

02-18-2008, 08:33 PM	#20
DaddyTorgo Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Massachusetts	dude...CONGRATS I predict once the two pop your WW-time will dramatically decrease.

02-18-2008, 08:37 PM	#21
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	I have Liriano in my keeper league.

02-18-2008, 08:42 PM	#22
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Like the names. Congrats.

02-18-2008, 09:33 PM	#23
CamEdwards Stadium Announcer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Burke, VA	Gotta love Kennedy for a girl... makes me think of the former MTV VJ. The gender specific bedding is annoying. James and Catherine's bedroom is divided right down in half... girly stuff on her side and all kinds of superheroes on his side. At some point James will move in with his older brother Andrew, but for now they're still in the same room. And can I just say that potty-training two at once... almost as hard as the first year of their life. Oy. __________________ I don't want the world. I just want your half.

02-18-2008, 09:47 PM	#24
johnnyshaka College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB	No twins here (although one of my grandfathers is a twin as is one of my wife's grandfathers...so, we are pretty good candidates!) but the Mothers Group my wife participates in contains two mothers that do have twins. They both are a part of a Multiples Mothers Group and swear by it as a great support. Congrats and have fun!!!

02-19-2008, 06:05 AM	#25
Breeze Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Northern Suburbs of ATL	I have boy/girl twins...they are now 5. Their older brother was 20 months when they were born, so we were in a similar position age wise to your family. Congratulations... Last edited by Breeze : 02-19-2008 at 06:05 AM.

06-03-2008, 03:09 PM	#26
SnDvls Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2001	getting down to nitty gritty time. the wife has a c-section scheduled for the 9th if she doesn't go into labor before then (we pretty sure she'll make the 9th). I just keep doing as may honey do's as I can. once they come I'll be sure to post pictures.

06-03-2008, 03:36 PM	#27
johnnyshaka College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB	Good luck!!! My wife is due a couple of days after yours but we're only having one. Curious to see how our 2 year old deals with the new addition.

06-03-2008, 07:33 PM	#28
CamEdwards Stadium Announcer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Burke, VA	Awesome! __________________ I don't want the world. I just want your half.

06-03-2008, 07:49 PM	#30
Celeval Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Cary, NC, USA	Congrats, and best of luck!

06-03-2008, 08:13 PM	#31
Subby lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: sans pants	Glad everything has gone smoothly up til now. That will change after they are born, so enjoy the calm __________________ Superman was flying around and saw Wonder Woman getting a tan in the nude on her balcony. Superman said I going to hit that real fast. So he flys down toward Wonder Woman to hit it and their is a loud scream. The Invincible Man scream what just hit me in the ass!!!!! I do shit, I take pictures, I write about it: chrisshue.com

06-03-2008, 09:32 PM	#32
henry296 College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Good luck... My wife made it all the way to her scheduled C-section at 38 weeks. The girls just didn't want to come out. __________________ "It's a great day for hockey" - "Badger" Bob Johnson

06-04-2008, 09:05 AM	#33
King of New York High School Varsity Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Edge of the Great Dismal Swamp	Good luck! Hearing you son's or daughter's voice for the first time, letting out that first newborn "wtf is going on here???" wail, is one of the most memorable experiences in life. Instant tears for mom and dad. __________________ Input A No Input

06-04-2008, 09:51 AM	#35
lordscarlet Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Washington, DC	I assumed you had already posted here so I stayed quiet. __________________ Sixteen Colors ANSI/ASCII Art Archive "...the better half of the Moores..." -cthomer5000

06-04-2008, 09:52 AM	#36
lordscarlet Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Washington, DC	dola: Do not, I repeat do not name your kids rhyming names or names that start with the same letter. __________________ Sixteen Colors ANSI/ASCII Art Archive "...the better half of the Moores..." -cthomer5000

06-04-2008, 10:04 AM	#37
Coffee Warlord Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Springs	Good luck! And I hope your 2 year old is potty trained. That'd be a lottttt of diapers otherwise.

06-04-2008, 12:00 PM	#39
lordscarlet Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Washington, DC	good work. __________________ Sixteen Colors ANSI/ASCII Art Archive "...the better half of the Moores..." -cthomer5000

06-04-2008, 12:01 PM	#40
lordscarlet Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Washington, DC	dola: It is still a good cautionary tale for others. __________________ Sixteen Colors ANSI/ASCII Art Archive "...the better half of the Moores..." -cthomer5000

06-04-2008, 02:47 PM	#42
jeheinz72 Pro Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Fresno, CA	Congrats SnDvls, try and get some Z's while you still can man...

06-06-2008, 09:30 AM	#45
Lorena Unregistered Join Date: May 2004	Good luck and grats SnDvls!

06-10-2008, 11:23 PM	#47
SnDvls Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2001	All babies and mom are just great. Last edited by SnDvls : 09-10-2008 at 04:48 PM.

06-11-2008, 06:07 AM	#48
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Congrats SnDvls!