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Why More US Families Are Choosing Imported European Baby Formula
Whether you’re pregnant or considering switching to formula, you may want to consider ordering European Baby Formula. An increasing number of US families are buying their formula from abroad, because FDA regulations seem more relaxed than the European Union. What do you think? Should the US tighten ship?
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5 Forgotten Joys of Parenting Newborn Twins
Newborn twins are challenging. But, despite the difficulties, they are magical, awe-inspiring and so darn cute. Don’t let concerns about parenting newborn twins dampen your spirits, there are bountiful joys to be had in those first few months. It really is a special time filled with love and double the baby snuggles. I read the…
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Guest Post: Tips & Tricks for Breastfeeding Twins
Preparing for breastfeeding twins is a daunting prospect. Today I’m welcoming a guest to share her experience with successfully breastfeeding her twins, despite a difficult start. I have previously shared why I opted for formula, but I would have loved to breastfeed and am always keen to share success stories to encourage others. You can…
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How to Get Started with Baby Bathtime and Sensitive Skin
Baby bath time is more than a hygiene necessity, it’s an opportunity to learn, have fun and bond with parents. It can be intimidating for new parents to get started with baby bath time, and today I’m sharing my advice on what to expect from your bath time routine and thoughts on choosing the…
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Clever Stuff for Twins to Sleep In
I started writing a post about essential twin gear a couple of days ago and got totally sidetracked by all the cool stuff for twins to sleep in… so here we are. There were so many clever ways you can have your twins set up to sleep. Everyone’s needs are slightly different, especially taking into account…
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Daycare or Nanny for Twins? Childcare Choices
It’s a question that has come up time and time again in twin parenting groups: What is cheaper? What is better? Do I choose daycare or a nanny for twins? The question keeps appearing because the answer is not simple. Twins can often have special requirements and doubling the cost of daycare makes a nanny…
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Postpartum Anxiety after Twins
I had never heard of postpartum anxiety until a friend of mine told me she was going to a counseling group after her second child. “Is that the same as postpartum depression?” I asked; but in fact, these two conditions are symptomatically very different. Both are common problems, but studies have shown postpartum anxiety to be…
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Sleeping Arrangements for Twins – Crib & Room Sharing
I’m a member of many online twin mom groups, and it is often asked… did your twins share a crib? The simple answer is yes, but when it comes down to the nitty gritty, there are many different sleeping arrangements for twins. Whether you’re concerned about safety or practicality, there is a lot to consider.…
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Reflecting on My Twin Infant Feeding Choices
This post is Sponsored by Happy Family Brands, but the content and opinions expressed are my own. I’m often in awe when I see a Mom in the park, cafe, library (pretty much anywhere) breastfeeding. They have this wondrous way of whipping the baby under their nifty top and popping he/she on the nipple without…
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Dominance and Submissiveness in Twins: The Pecking Order
Despite looking particularly identical recently, the Twins are becoming wildly different in personality. As they grow, the difference between them becomes more apparent; and it feels inevitable that one emerges at the top of the pecking order. It seems only natural, as part of the animal kingdom, that there be one dominant twin and one…
