Editorial

Yes Chef

Celebrate International Chefs Day with This Zesty Autumn Cabbage Salad

Allie Walld 5 days ago

The only thing more chaotic than a kitchen run by the likes of Gordon Ramsay is a kitchen filled with two very independent toddlers who want nothing more than to run the kitchen and be in charge of making every meal with mom or dad. This International Chefs Day, let them run the show. This International Chefs Day, let them run the show. The purpose of this day is to help children...

Long-Term Lung Health

Why Premature Babies Face Greater RSV Risks: What Twin Parents Need to Know

Allie Walld 1 week ago

Like clockwork, flu and RSV seasons have arrived. They'll continue to run rampant from late fall through early spring. Some respiratory viruses even continue circulating into May, but the worst of these viruses peak during the winter months. If your babies were born prematurely...they're at a higher risk of adverse outcomes from respiratory illnesses. If your babies were born...

Keep an Eye On It

Corneas, Curves & Preemies: The Link Between Early Delivery & Astigmatism

Allie Walld 2 weeks ago

Eyesight is a precious thing. So are premature babies. Did you know that prematurity can impact the long-term vision health of your babies? About 60 percent of twins—and the vast majority of higher-order multiples–are born early, before they're finished developing in the womb. If your babies need to spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), healthcare professionals help...

Multiple Savings

50 Fantastic Amazon Prime Day Deals for Parents of Twins & Multiples

Allie Walld 2 weeks ago

Prime Day deals are back, baby! You might be wondering if Prime Day deals are worth it when you have twins and have to buy multiples of a lot of things. We're here to tell you they are. Here are 50 items that actually pay off…as long as you get them before they're gone! Here are 50 items that actually pay off…as long as you get them before they're gone! First, make sure you've...

Make Nursing Less Stressful

Breastfeeding Twins: Six Fascinating Facts Every Parent Should Know

Allie Walld 3 weeks ago

Breastfeeding one baby can feel intimidating. But when you find out you're carrying more than one baby, the pressure of feeding two newborns simultaneously might make you doubt your milk supply and whether you'll be able to produce enough for two tiny, little humans. You may also wonder whether you'll have the energy to handle breastfeeding twins physically (we're talking double the...

Critical Intervention

Why Are My Preemies on Caffeine Therapy? Three Vital Benefits Explained

Allie Walld 3 weeks ago

If your journey with newborn twins is anything like ours, it's safe to say you'll be consuming copious cups of coffee just to get through the newborn stage. But that newborn stage with your babies might not begin at home immediately after they're delivered. It might start in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), like ours did. Every pregnancy is different, so it may not always be...

Buckle Up

Double the Seats, Double the Checks: 7 Safety Tips for Seat Check Satur

Allie Walld 4 weeks ago

It's the last day of Child Passenger Safety Week…also known as Seat Check Saturday! This is your sign to review the car seat set-up in your vehicle to make sure everything is fitting—and sitting!—properly every time you transport your kids from Point A to Point B. This year's theme is Safe from the Start, which highlights the importance of preparing for your babies' first ride home—...

Wait...What?

10 Weird Twin Pregnancy Symptoms You’ll Wish Other Parents Warned You About

Allie Walld 1 month ago

You've probably heard of the classic pregnancy signs: nausea and vomiting, tender and/or swollen breasts, extreme fatigue. As these symptoms linger, you start to wonder what's up with your body, and then you realize your period is late, so you decide to take a test. Aside from the obvious pregnancy symptoms you've probably heard about, there are less obvious signs you might experience...

Guess Who?

Double, Double, Toil & Trouble: Unforgettable Halloween Costumes for Twins

Allie Walld 1 month ago

It may still be six weeks away, but if you love Halloween and all the fun that comes with planning creative costumes for your family, it's never too soon to get into gear. Finding all of the elements to put together the right look for whatever you're dressing up as can take a bit of time, and when you're trying to find costumes for your younger twins, it can be tricky to track down the...

Nod to the NICU

If Your Newborn Babies Need the NICU, Know They’re in Capable, Caring Hands

Allie Walld 1 month ago

If your babies were born prematurely and needed to spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), then you're already painfully aware of the amazing things NICU nurses and doctors do day-in and day-out to care for critically ill newborns. Becoming a NICU parent happens in an instant. It can be physically and emotionally exhausting, but nothing is greater than witnessing your...