Newborn 0-3 Months

They See Me Strollin'

Duel of the Dual Strollers: Joovy TwinRoo+ vs. StrollAir Twin Way

Allie Walld 11 months ago

Twins. They provide parents and caregivers with double the fun. They garner double the "Oohs" and "Ahhs" while you're out running errands. And they give you double the weight to push when you're out for a stroll with your little ones. When your babies are newborn, they're lightweight. Once you get into the swing of things as a twin parent, it's easy enough to get them where they need...

Raise a Word Nerd

How to Give Your Twins the Million Word Advantage

Allie Walld 1 year ago

As parents, we want to give our children every advantage possible in everything they do. And everything they do has an affiliation with words. I don't know if you've ever thought about it, but there are a lot of words floating around out there. Vast vocabulary According to Merriam-Webster, there are an estimated one million words in the English language vocabulary (give or take a...

Shhh

The Best Soothers for Newborn Babies

Allie Walld 1 year ago

There's a reason the medical professionals who work within the hospital's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) use Philips Avent Soothies pacifiers for premature babies. It's probably the same reason that parents of newborns also seem to choose the same soothers for their recently welcomed bundles of joy. They work—and they work wonders. These soothers, while being literally...

What Can I Do?

Things You Can Do to Help Parents of Newborn Twins

Allie Walld 1 year ago

Parenting is hard. Whether it's your first time around the Mom&Pop Block or your second adventure with a subsequent sibling, parenthood can be tough to navigate. The continuous cycle of days blending into nights is exhausting, and what may have worked for parents previously may not be as successful this time around because every baby is different. What isn't different, though, is...

New...Times Two?

What Should I Buy New and What Can I Buy Used for My Twins?

Allie Walld 1 year ago

Babies, in general, require a lot of belongings. Twins need almost twice as many things. Whether you're buying things new or sourcing items second-hand, the costs can add up quite quickly. If you have any family or friends who recently welcomed a baby, they may give you some gently used items, which can help as you collect things and get ready to welcome your twins. When you're buying...

How to Prevent Bottle Mix-Ups During Feeds with Your Twins

Allie Walld 1 year ago

If you thought it would be tricky trying to tell your twin babies apart but have since discovered you just know who is who, give yourself a pat on the back! Now, you can focus your efforts on trying to keep straight whose bottle is whose. They can get mixed up faster than you think. Beyond not wanting to swap their little baby germs while they're still building up their immune systems...

Won't Waste Wipes

The Best Wipes Dispenser for Twins

Allie Walld 1 year ago

Anyone who's ever changed a diaper before knows that things can get messy fast. And if you're not properly prepared, it can become a nightmare fast. When you have twins, you'll be going through twice as many wipes and will want to make sure you equip yourself with a dispenser that won't waste wipes. Things are already going to be expensive enough; you don't need a container that...

You Can Do This

How To Survive the Newborn Twin Stage

Allie Walld 1 year ago

Any parent knows that life with a newborn is tiring. But life with newborn twins is a true test of human spirit and functionality. Getting through those first few months can feel impossible at times. There are moments when the exhaustion shrouds everything around you and you stumble around in a daze, surrounded by bottles that need sterilizing, diapers that need to be tossed or washed...

Who's Who?

Three Quick Ways to Tell Your Newborn Identical Twins Apart

Allie Walld 1 year ago

If you're expecting twins, you're probably excited to meet your little ones and nervous about how much work it's going to be. And if those twins you're expecting are identical, you're probably also terrified about how you're going to tell them apart. If you weren't worried about that aspect or it hadn't even crossed your mind until you read the previous line, I'm sorry. And if...

Keep 'Em Cozy

The Coziest Car Seat Covers for Winter with Your Newborn Twins

Allie Walld 1 year ago

Where we live, we have relatively short, but hot summers. Our winters are long, harsh, and frighteningly frigid. On your run-of-the-mill winter day, hitting -25 degrees Fahrenheit is commonplace. While it's really rare, we've even dipped down to just a few degrees shy of -60 degrees Fahrenheit with the windchill, at the absolute worst. While you wouldn't be venturing out with your...