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Having a Phone Conversation with a Toddler (or Two)
by Erin Davis
Question: How does one have a productive phone conversation with twins and a toddler? Answer: You don't. When I try, it goes a little something like this: "Hi Natali . . . keep reading
Riding Out the Waves
Gloria Fallon
I'd read the books, I'd consulted the girlfriends, and still, I wasn't expecting morning sickness to be the nightmare it actually was. . . . keep reading
Gimme My Babies Hollywood Style
Lisa Earle McLeod
I want a do-over with my two kids. Not the kids themselves, they're absolutely fabulous. What I'd like another crack at is pregnancy, childbirth and the whole postpartum thing, because clearly, I didn't manage it correctly the first time. . . . keep reading
International Travel with Multiples
If the mere thought of traveling internationally with your multiples makes you queasy, don't despair! With this helpful information in hand, you and your family really can enjoy a vacation abroad. . . . keep reading
Find a Support Network
Having a strong support system will undeniably set the stage for your first few years raising multiples. . . . keep reading
6 Valuable Parenting Lessons You Can Learn from a Man
by Elizabeth Lyons
Ranging from a roll-with-it attitude to acquiring a knack for sleeping through explosions, here's a tongue-in-cheek look at how women can benefit from their mates' parenting styles. . . . keep reading
Hot Mama: Secrets to Being Comfortable in Your Pregnant Skin
by Elizabeth Lyons
How do you feel comfortable in your own body when you're not the only one in your body? Get tips to help you strengthen your self concept as you prepare for baby. . . . keep reading
Where Are My Keys?
After three months of taking care of newborn twins and a 2-year-old, I was pretty insane. One Saturday I planned for a much needed break to attend a friend's baby shower. As I was frantically gett . . . keep reading
10 Things Your OB Wishes You Knew
by Susan Warhus, M.D.
We all wonder what's going on in our doctor's head from time to time as she appears to be listening to us ramble. Here are 10 surefire things she wishes you didn't feel the need to ask about! . . . keep reading
Flu Shots During Pregnancy
by Susan Warhus, M.D.
Is it safe to get a Flu shot during pregnancy? . . . keep reading
8 Truths About Raising Twin Toddlers
by Elizabeth Lyons
Without doubt, the toddler years with your twins, triplets, or more will be full of laughter and amazement, not to mention CEO-level management. There are also many challenges parents encounter while raising multiple toddlers. These little people, while only two or three years old, are thoroughly convinced they rule the roost! . . . keep reading
9 Sanity-Savers for Busy Moms
by Elizabeth Lyons
Are you familiar with the Amelia Bedelia book cover on which Amelia is running (and smiling) with perfectly rosy cheeks, a freshly baked pie in hand, her apron and shoes on, and even a cute hat on her head? Many days I feel like Amelia. . . . keep reading
Unsolicited Advice: Stories from the Trenches
"Are they twins?" "What kind of fertility drugs did you take?" "Who was born first?" The questions and comments from friends, family, and strangers alike will run the gamut. How do you handle these inquisitions and keep your sense of humor in the process? . . . keep reading
Handling Visitors
Aunt Gertrude wants to rock the babies. Uncle Paul wants to look at them for a few hours. Grandma Betty wants to sing to them while she instructs you on what you're doing improperly. You want to take a nap. Alone. What to do? . . . keep reading
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