Twin Talks: Pregnancy and Parenting Multiple Children
Twin Talks: Pregnancy and Parenting Multiple Children
New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
We encourage parents who are expecting twins as well as experienced moms and dads of multiples. Together, we explore the unique challenges new parents face when raising two or more children of the same age. Join us as we embrace the joys of parenting when you’ve got double the duty.
Preparing for Your Twin Vaginal Birth
Contrary to popular belief, it is entirely possible to give birth to your twins vaginally. So, what makes an expecting mother a good candidate for giving birth to twins vaginally? What are the pros and cons to both mom and baby? What should you expect during labor and delivery? And is it really true that you MUST birth your baby in an operating room? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2
45 min
Identifying Twin Types During Pregnancy
After getting over the initial shock of being pregnant with twins, most soon-to-be parents want to know if their babies are identical or fraternal. How do medical care providers determine your twin type? What exactly are they looking for during those ultrasounds? How do they determine if your pregnancy is more "high risk" than others? And how accurate are their findings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26
37 min
Singletons Before Twins
If you're pregnant with twins and you're already a parent to a singleton, you may be wondering how different your experience will be. How will you prepare your singleton for the arrival of the new babies? How do you encourage closeness between all your children? And then there's the semantics of day-to-day life, such as traveling with all your kids at the same time, making time for their activities, etc. Today we're exploring what life is like when you have singletons before twins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19
46 min
Inside the NICU: Bonding with your Babies
Preterm birth is more likely with twins than singletons, which may result in some time in the NICU. Even though your babies may be under constant medical care, there are still plenty of ways to bond with them. How important is physical contact with your newborn? What are some other ways to bond with your babies without touching them? And how can you help siblings and other family members get to know your babies better? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13
39 min
Childcare Options for Twin Parents
Finding good childcare can be tough for any parent. But finding childcare for your twins that fits your lifestyle and budget can sometimes feel impossible. What are the most popular childcare options for twins? Today our parents share their specific experience when working with nannies, daycares, au pairs and babysitters. How practical are these options for you and your family? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8
42 min
Twinning: How Does It Happen?
You've just learned you're pregnant with twins! Odds are, you're in complete shock. You may be asking questions like, how did this happen? How common are twins? Are they identical or fraternal? And could it happen to me again? Today we're learning all about "twinning", the process of conceiving twins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 28
38 min
Sibling Rivalry Between Twins
As a parent, managing sibling rivalry can be tough, especially with twins. Conflict begins as your twin children compete for dominance, parental attention, and independence- each vying for their place in the spotlight. How does twin sibling rivalry differ from rivalry shared between singletons? And what is the parent's role in diffusing conflict? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21
41 min
Helping Your Singleton Deal with Twin “Invaders”
We know that having twins disrupts our plans. As expecting parents, we’ve been planning for their arrival with excitement and terror all at the same time. And if you already have one or more children, have you thought much about how welcome this new twosome is going to be? Today we’re here with twin mom and author Kerri Otto and here to talk about how to introduce your new twins to an older singleton so that they feel like they are still a big part of this growing family circus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14
41 min
What Expecting Twin Dads Really Need to Know
If you’re a soon-to-be twin dad, there’s probably a million things running through your head each day, as it gets closer to The Big Day of your twins’ arrival. You probably have a long to-do list of things that your partner wants you to do and you might be anxious about how you’re going to manage all these details. You want to be supportive and well-informed, but just don’t have the time to sort through all the information out there. That’s where you need to get the low-down from a twin dad expert who can break it all down into what you need to know most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 7
48 min
How to Fix Diastasis Recti After a Twin Birth
Labor is just like any other athletic event in that women must prepare both their minds and bodies. However, women are frequently told: “Don’t start an exercise program if you haven’t been exercising.” The misconception here lies in the definition of exercise. Muscle strength, flexibility, relaxation and proper nutrition are the other components of fitness and are vital before, during and after a woman’s twin pregnancy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 31
45 min
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