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Raising Twins: Essential Expectations for the Journey Ahead

Raising twins is an exciting task with lots of joy and difficulties. When you find out that you are pregnant with twins, you might feel a storm of feelings and thoughts. You and your partner may feel happy, afraid, and anything in between, realizing that your family is growing by two. Knowing what to expect can assist you in managing the difficulties as well as enjoying the roller coaster that comes with twin parenting. Here are ten important expectations that will help you navigate through this journey.

Double Everything 

As soon as you welcome your twins, you will feel undeniable joy. But that joy also comes hand in hand with numerous responsibilities. You need to double the diapers, breastfeeding sessions, and night wake-ups. American footballer Jerry Smith once said, “There’s two to wash, two to dry; there’s two who argue, two who cry; there’s two to kiss, two to hug; and best of all, there’s two to love!”

Those nights without sleep can be felt almost every day. Especially since twins have different time cycles. Still, as they grow up, you will find that their friendship offers you some bits of laughter and moments of serenity. Of course, twins share that wonderful ‘united we stand’ factor, which can help ease the load and make those difficult days a little more bearable.

Importance of Teamwork 

Twins are a lot of work. It is okay if you have to seek the assistance of other people. If you are a single parent or if you have a partner. Seek help from members of your extended family. Be open and honest with them. Family members can come through when you need help with groceries or changing diapers. This will reduce frustration and stress. Twins need a lot of attention and effort. So if there’s one thing that can help make the entire process much easier, it is not being afraid or embarrassed to ask for support. Other friends, especially other parents of twins, can also offer a lot of good advice, tips, and support.

Nurture Individuality 

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One must be cautious not to lump them together, as they have their ”twin bond,” but their individuality needs to be encouraged. They will each have their own character, likes and dislikes, and growth rate. Your twin’s self-esteem will be boosted, and their friendship will further be deepened if they are encouraged to celebrate their differences. Always take some time each day to spend one-on-one time with each twin and appreciate their differences. Such attention strengthens their senses and makes them feel wanted as individuals. Even if you think they are beans in a pod, they are not. They grow separately, and respecting that will help the twins to grow well.

Final Thoughts 

Amidst challenges, there will be so many joyous moments of happiness. Milestones such as birthdays will be sweet, and the love that develops between your twins will be incredible. Chaos should be enjoyed and appreciated because what a family is or is becoming is being captured in those moments. Before you embark on this significant exercise, I would like you to appreciate that twins indeed give you a rich experience you can never expect. Every day will be different, and having these expectations can help you celebrate the adventure of raising twins. Enjoy every moment!

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