Family Forum / Parenting / Twins / July 2003

Hello, everybody. Haven't posted much here lately. Usually I look forward to
at least one theological argument with Sharon every 6 months or so, but
she's not as much of a fighter since she changed her name.
Anyway, those who aren't brand new will remember that my beautiful bride,

I was wondering how long it might take to get my kids used to waking up
early to go to preschool. They start in just over a month, and it'll be 4
days a week.  Their class will be 8:00 or 8:30 (I better find out) until
noon. Right now they wake up anywhere from 8:00am until 10:00am. ...

I have a quick question, my husband and I are expecting twins in December
and I plan on bottle feeding, can anyone suggest a certain type of bottle
that worked best for your babies?  There are so many to choose from and I'm
having a  hard time deciding on which kind to use.  Thank ...

I've been lurking for a few weeks to see what this group is like and thought
I'd better introduce myself now.
I'm Ellie, expecting IVF twins on teh 9th November, after many years of
trying!

I'm new to this newsgroup but I have made a couple of responces so this is
who I am.
32 year old ex Accountant, now full time Mum, 'Tanya', married to John, self
employed Joiner who works a lot of hours.  We have Joseph aged 6 and twins

As a new father of twin boys I often find myself at 3 AM, when I am
not thinking very clearly and do not have loads of patience,
confronted with one or more unhappy babies.
They've been home about 4 weeks and I am learning slowly what

I did not see this situation addressed on the newsgroup (although if it has
been in the past, please let me know where to find it).
My boys will be 2 soon and I have been thinking about moving them out of
their cribs.  Although they do not climb out yet, I am waiting for Wesley to

My twin boys are 3 mo old (5wks corrected) and becoming as different as
night and day.
Alex (who started out the smaller one) has gained on his brother, now
outweighing him by a pound or so.  Chris' growth spurts have been

I have been meaning to look to see if there are any message boards for twins
and kept forgetting till yesterday.  I have enjoyed reading the postings and
catching up on things.  When I get a chance I will look at your pictures to.
Just wanted to introduce myself.  My name is Erica ...

Hi everyone.  I haven't formally introduced myself, but I have asked a few
questions as I've progressed through the pregnancy.  My name is Sarah.  I
have a 3 year old boy named Will and am expecting twin boys (Drew and Noah)
in a few weeks.

Hello! My name is Megan and I have a 20 month old DD and am expecting
twins in February.  I was referred to your newsgroup from a reply at
misc.kids.pregnancy.  I'm hoping to learn a lot from you and would
love any advice on nursing twins, "equipment" must haves, or any other

We are now trying to find the best transportation for a will-be 2yo
and expected twins (Feb.).  Just curious what families with three kids
in carseats drive.  We're looking at minivans...but where's the
storage/carrying space?  Any other suggestions?  (I've also checked

Happy 4th Birthday to Kim's (KimandJuan) Alexis!
I hope you have a wonderful day!  :-)

Do you think a class the size of 17 with a teacher and one assistant is too
big??  This is for 3 year olds.
I just wonder if I've been spoiled by a class of 10 with a teacher and one
assistant.

Oh my goodness...Aidan and Alexis will be 10 mos. old next week and we
are already having problems with them playing together. Alexis is
crawling, getting into everything and is very hyper and aggresive.
Wheras, Aidan is very laid-back, quite the "baby" still and not