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The Joys of Parenting Twins
Being a parent of twins is full of ups and downs. There are many times when you say to yourself, "I don't think I can do this", for sure, but also plenty of times where you feel so lucky and blessed to have two babies at once. Here are some of the things that I love about being a stay-at-home mom of twins. Every child, single, twins, or other multiples will fill their parents' hearts with joy and happiness. With twins the love and joy are multiplied by two. Cuddling two infants at the same time, for the first time, was so incredible. Yes there are double the midnight feedings, double the diaper changes, and double the crying at times. But all of that doesn't matter when you are able to hold TWO, kiss TWO, LOVE TWO babies at the same time. There is nothing more rewarding than to see the eyes of your infant light up when they first "recognize" you and give you a little grin or that first, heart-melting, toothless smile, that you just can't get enough of. Now imagine that from two infants at the same time. It is unbelievable how long you can just stare at them both wondering what they are thinking about. Or even more, what they will grow up to be. Being a mom of multiples requires a lot more patience, more time, more effort, and a lot more organization. Keeping bottles filled, enough clothes clean, and babies happy takes a lot of organization. If you don't get into a certain routine on a daily basis you will have a couple of cranky babies who don't know what to expect next, and a mom that is ready to pull her hair out since she can't seem to get anything done. But get in a routine and the mom will be much happier because the day is planned out and she knows what to expect. Then the twins will also be happier because of the happier mom, and also because they know what to expect on a daily basis. It's always exciting to see your child meet each and every milestone. But when your two accomplish their goals simultaneously or at least not too far apart, it is double the joy and double the amazement at how fast they really do grow up. Even at only 5 1/2 months my boys already share a certain bond with each other that I have never seen between any two infants (non-twins of course). It is so rewarding and exciting to see them interact with each other even without words so far. They don't like to be in separate rooms and enjoy laughing and giggling at each other when the other one squeals or hollers for some reason. It is so wonderful to be a parent of twins. It is going to be interesting to see how they develop as individuals. To see how similar they grow and also how differently they grow as well. One pregnancy and two babies! What a deal! Although the pregnancy will have more risks and more complications it is truly a two-for-one deal. Having twins has its own advantages as well considering other parents around you. It is like being a part of an elite club. You feel an instant bond with other parents of twins or other multiples. I love the reactions I get when people realize that I have twins. They all say, "Wow!", "I always wanted twins...(but do you really think they mean that:-))", or "I don't know how you do it. I don't think I could do it with twins." Twins have to share almost everything: their birthday, their parents' attention, and many of their belongings. Although they will sometimes get frustrated with their situation, as a twin, it is so rewarding to see their attitudes towards each other. The twin, or other multiples, bond is more enduring than any other relationship on earth. Beginning before birth in the womb and often outlasting many friendships and even marriages. Despite the fights it is comforting to know that they will enjoy their unique relationship for all of their lives. As their mother, I feel really privileged to be a party to their special bond, and to have the opportunity to help it grow in every way possible. They will always have a friend to play with, a friend to talk to, a friend to confide in, and also a friend that you can always TRUST. I can only imagine how things will be and cannot wait until they are all grown up to see their relationship with stand all different types of problems and trials that they may run into during their lifetimes. |
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This intel was contributed by Kelly
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May, 2012
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