Once they start walking, new challenges begin with twins. Advice on keeping twin toddlers safe, sibling fighting, potty training, sleep and more.
5 Great Ways To Have One-on-One Time When You Have Twins
Since my wife and I both work remotely, we've essentially been like one big, beautifully-connected and blessed blob going through life together. That written, we know how important one-on-one time is, so here are...
5 Reasons Why I Potty Trained the Twins Separately
Potty training twins is an intimidating prospect. Do you go on lock down for a week, follow a strict regime and get both done at once? Do you take their lead and see what...
The Day I Chose to Separate the Twins
To separate or not to separate? That is the question. Twins are bonded together from birth in a way non-twin folk will never understand. I am not a twin and I like my independence…...
16 Coordinating Halloween Costumes for Twins
It’s that time of year! With a month to go until Halloween, us parents need to get our thinking caps on. When you are a parent of multiples there is an obligation to the...
Twin Stockholm Syndrome or Brotherly Love?
Most parents of multiples experience dominance in one. It’s natural for a leader to emerge. I have reported on the dominant/submissive relationship of my boys a few times before but things have taken an interesting turn....
How to Encourage Preschooler Problem Solving
This post is sponsored by Entertainment One and Scholastic. Although I received compensation for spreading the word about Mission to the Moon, all opinions expressed are my own. Problem-solving is one of the most important skills...
What Happens When the Dominant Twin Loses Power?
It is common for roles of dominance and submissiveness in twins to develop as they become toddlers. It’s only natural for leadership to emerge, and I first noticed one twin was dominant over the other...
Dealing With the Anxiety of Twins Loose in Public
Taking multiple young kids out in public is a stressful business. Twin moms are more prone to anxiety yet I’m determined to find a sense of calm. I hope to enjoy public activities with...
How to Challenge & Empower Toddlers to Talk
I’m back with an update on the Twins’ speech and language therapy and sharing some activities to help challenge and empower toddlers to talk more… there’s even some freebie printable flashcards! I have tried...
When to Potty Train Twins: Double Potty Training Trouble
My boys are 26months old and it has begun. A couple of weeks ago we took the plunge and started potty training. I can’t say it’s going well, there has been a lot of...