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Better Safe Than Sorry
Childproofing for Double Trouble: How to Prevent Common Household Injuries
If you have kids of your own or care for little ones on a daily basis, you know that one of the biggest concerns on a parent's or caregiver's mind is keeping their children safe. This can be incredibly hard to do, in general…but it can be especially hard to do when you have twins because once those multiples are mobile, you're screwed. You're suddenly running this way and that way,...
Nourishing Bodies & Minds
Pack a Lunch that Packs a Punch: Quick & Healthy Back to School Meal Ideas
It's time to get back to school, and that means it's also time to get back to packing school lunches every day for your kids. Packing double the snacks day-in and day-out can get monotonous mighty-quick, so if you're looking for quick and easy ideas to make sure your little ones are getting big doses of all the good stuff their growing bodies need, check out the suggestions below as...
It's All About the Split
Think Di-Di Means Fraternal? Think Again! Identical Twin Science Explained
When we think about twins, the terms "fraternal" and "identical" probably come to mind. Most sets of twins are fraternal (or, shall we say, non-identical), with this type accounting for approximately 70 to 75 percent of all twin pregnancies. With fraternal twins, each baby has their own placenta and amniotic sac. This makes them Dichorionic-Diamniotic, or Di-Di, twins. But did you...
Ctrl+Z
How to Remove Your Toddlers’ Impromptu Ink Artwork from Your Walls
We've all been there. Our toddlers are enjoying some arts and crafts time. You're watching them closely to make sure they keep their chosen medium to the paper you've provided, and then, something happens, and you have to look away for a moment. Maybe the doorbell rings. Maybe the important phone call you've been waiting on finally comes through. Or, maybe you just really have to pee...
Safety On the Go
Evenflo Recalls Select Models of Infant Car Seats Over Calibration Issue
Evenflo is voluntarily recalling select models of its Revolve180 LiteMax NXT infant car seat after additional safety testing found that some seats did not meet certain federal performance requirements due to a calibration issue with the level indicator. The recalled car seats were sold in the United States and manufactured before April 1, 2025. The recalled car seats were sold in...
Are You Ready?
Countdown to Learning: 10 Great Back to School Deals You Won't Want to Miss
Maybe you're sending your twins off to their first year of Preschool or Kindergarten. Maybe they're venturing off to a higher grade in Elementary or Junior High. No matter what grade your twins are heading into, one thing is true: The later we get into August, the more parents are counting down to the first day of school, which will probably be highlighted with a classic sign that...
So Many Twins
Double-Take: Twins Days Brings Together Thousands of Twins in One Place
If you've ever seen a set of twins "out in the wild" and it made you do a double-take, imagine what it's like seeing two thousand different sets of twins all in one place. That's exactly what'll be happening this weekend at the annual Twins Days Festival in Twinsburg, Ohio. Recognized by Guinness World Records as the Largest Annual Gathering of Twins in the World, the 51st annual...
Gone Granule Gone
Beach Day Rescue: How to Remove Stubborn Sand Stains from Toddlers' Clothes
It's National Sandcastle Day! There's nothing more satisfying than sitting back and admiring your sandcastle after time spent building it in the sun. And there's nothing more frustrating than seeing your twin toddlers' cute beach gear covered in identical stains from hours spent playing in the wet sand. Especially when you have to use double the elbow grease to remove those tough...
Check Your Car Seats
Evenflo Recalls Certain REO Car Seat Models Due to Safety Concerns
As a parent, the most important thing is keeping your children safe, whether you're at home or on the road and getting your family from Point A to Point B. We research and purchase items that we feel are safe, and for the most part, they are. But, sometimes, products are recalled after additional safety testing is conducted. This is why it's important to pay attention to product...
Marco…Polo
Best Swimsuit Colors for Water Safety: Keep Your Twins Visible This Summer
Once your twins are mobile, look out. You'll be chasing after them pretty much non-stop, day-in and day-out. Your step count will thank you. Your energy levels may not. It will quickly become your new normal, and while you eventually get used to all the running around, one of the biggest worries to get over, as a parent of multiples, is feeling confident enough to take them on outings...
Safe Snacks
What to Feed Your Toddlers When There’s an Outbreak of Explosive Diarrhea
Hint: One of these is safer than the other right now...read on to find out which one. If you haven't heard (but you probably have, especially if you're a parent), there's been a surging outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the United States, with more than 30 states reporting infections from the heat-loving parasite called cyclospora. If that hasn't rung a bell yet, cyclospora is the...
Smart Baby Safety Solution
New Baby Health & Safety Kit Helps Parents Track Their Babies’ Health
When you have children, one of the things that's always top-of-mind for a parent is keeping their kids safe. And when you're juggling taking care of two sick babies at once, one of the things that's always top-of-mind is how you can get them feeling better as quickly as you can. One baby care company is making it easier to monitor your little ones when they're feeling under the...
Definitive Proof
Do Identical Twins Have Identical Fingerprints? The Truth Revealed
Do identical twins have identical fingerprints? No, identical twins don't have identical fingerprints. While they can share almost 100 percent of their DNA, their fingerprints form after a single zygote splits, so their fingerprints are distinguishable and every person has prints that are unique to them. The not-so-perfect crime When we told people we were pregnant with identical...
Mighty Melon
Watermelon 101: Slicing Secrets & Stain Removal Guide for Parents
July is National Watermelon Month! Who doesn't like watermelon? Especially on a hot summer day. They're packed with electrolytes, like potassium and magnesium, and antioxidants, like lycopene and vitamins A and C. Made up of about 92 percent water, this fruit is an incredibly refreshing and hydrating treat. They add a pop of color, flavor, and fun to your satiating summertime...
No More Gnawing
How to Halt that Habit: Tips to Help Your Toddler Stop Biting Their Nails
Habits. They can be easy to form and hard to break. Picking your nose. Sucking your thumb. Biting your nails. These types of habits can be something you start doing absent-mindedly when you're stressed, bored, or when you want to keep your hands busy—even as a toddler. We have identical twins, but their habits are not identical. We have identical twins, but their habits are not...