Are you having twins?
When I told my husband the ultrasound showed two babies, he said, “How did that happen?” Perfect dad response isn’t it? He is a silly one, but preparing for twins is serious business. If you are having twins, prepare now. These are the tips and money-saving advice that helped me prepare for having twins. I hope it will be encouragement that YOU CAN DO IT!
What you need to know if you are having twins
I did my research, and thought through MOST of what I needed to do as I prepared for having twins, but there were a few details that I learned through experience. The tips I share will help you start out life with twins on a steady path, because two babies at one time is going to shake up the balance you have achieved so far! There is nothing that will make you feel more like Wonder Woman, than successfully making it through each day-and you will enjoy it (almost all of it). 🙂
First, think through your budget. If you do not already have a household budget started you can use this free budget template. List all of your income and expenses so you can see where you can cut or save more money. These 6 money-saving tips will help you save money for twins too.
The toughest part – aside from the sleep deprivation – was getting dinner made every night after the babies were born. That took some creative meal planning to prep meals before having twins and freeze a lot after they are born too.
I share my 8 top tips for moms and dads of twins over on the CloudMom blog. You can read the full post How to Prepare for Having Twins over there and check out a few of my other posts about preparing for twins (or one baby) below.
Do you have twins? What are your tips for pregnant moms who are expecting twins?
More tips for parents of twins:
How to Breastfeed Twins or Single Babies
Essential Nursery Gear (whether you are having 1 or twins)
Getting Dinner on the Table AFTER Having a Baby (or Babies!)
Such great tips! I know how much just one baby wiped me out, I can imagine you need all the preparation and help you can get with multiples!
Thank you for sharing with us at #MommyMeetupMondays!
One baby is so much work! Multiples are an interesting experience. I don’t know how moms of triplets or more do it. At least I had two arms to handle the twins! 🙂