Multiple Blessings With Twins or Triplets
Your ultrasound shows that you are being blessed more than one
time. Congratulations. More babies equals more fun for you!
Multiples have a high risk of premature birth. You may
have to use monitors and have other issues that surround
premature babies. When you bring them home, you will find that
you are continually tired due to feedings and sleep apnea
monitor alarms, so you need to make sure that you sleep when the
babies sleep and ask for help.
Many parents choose to
put twins or even triplets into the same crib. They do not move
around very much and they are used to being snuggled next to
each other. You will need to move them into separate cribs when
they can move around though as it may create the danger of
suffocation.
The number of diapers that you will go
through will be mind-boggling. 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. Check different places
to find the best price of your diapering choice.
Preemies are often more sleepy than full-term newborns. Preemies
respond to over stimulation by sleeping and withdrawing even
through feeding, bathing, and diapering them. Work with them and
understand that they will begin to awake when they get closer to
their due date.
Preemies frequently experience reflux
and spitting up 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 again when
they spit it up.
Routine 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!