Having A Party With Multiples

The ultrasound shows that you are going to be blessed more than once! Congratulations!

There are a few things to take note of with regards to multiple bundles of joy.

Premature births means multiple high risks. You may have to use monitors and have other issues when dealing with premature babies. When you bring them home, you will find that you are continually tired due to feedings and sleep interrupted by monitor alarms. You need to make sure that you sleep when the babies sleep and ask for help if you think you can't cope alone.

Preemies are often more sleepy than full-term newborns. They respond to over stimulation by sleeping and withdrawing even while you are feeding, bathing, and diapering them. Work with them and understand that they will begin to be more awake when they get closer to their due date.

The number of diapers that you will go through will be monumental. Whether you choose cloth or disposables, you need to evaluate the price of each and the care of them. Disposable diapers are easier on your baby's skin and you will get more use out of each diaper. Go to different stores to find the best price of your diapering choice.

Preemies frequently experience reflux and spitting more than full-term babies. This is because the sphincter in their stomach may not be fully developed. Work with them, but do not overfeed them or you will see it recurring.

Routine, but at the same time being flexible, is a very important part of living with multiples. Being flexible with your schedule will help your babies learn to sleep, eat, and grow better! Mommy will be much happier too!

Many parents choose to put twins or even triplets into the same crib. That would be okay, if they do not move around too much and they are used to being snuggled next to each other. When they get more active however, you will need to move them into separate cribs, otherwise there will be the danger of suffocation.

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