Finding an Au Pair for Twins with Brad Myers - Podcast 290
Release Date: 04/26/2023
Moving Across the Country During Twin Pregnancy with Aaron Ameen - Podcast 318
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Today we continue our father of twins interview series with Aaron Ameen, father of identical boys. Listen as we explore his twin parenting journey, including: Moving across the country during the twin pregnancy Helping others tell the twins apart Juggling a full time job and running your own business while raising twins Toddler's reactions to having twin babies in the house Finding daycare for twins and a toddler Handing careers after birth of twins The twin delivery experience Taking paternity leave Creating boundaries when working at home Daily routine for one-year-old twins and more...
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2024 JPMA Innovation Awards Winners (Are They Twin Friendly?)
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Let's take a look at the 2024 JPMA Innovation Awards Winners and see if they would be a good fit for your twin family.
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Can Twins Share a Passport?
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
If your twins look alike, can they share a passport? We'll dive into the details below but remember to follow the laws of your country in regards to passports.
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Twin Birth Weight: An In-Depth Look
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Twins typically weigh less than singletons, averaging around 5.5 pounds each compared to 7 pounds for singletons. This is due to factors like shared resources and space in the womb. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), twins are more likely to experience growth restriction, which can lead to lower birth weights.
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Water Breaking in Twin Pregnancies: Can It Happen Twice?
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
One common question that arises about twin pregnancies is that of the process of water breaking. Since there are two babies, can it happen twice? Let's explore the intricacies of water breaking in twin pregnancies, addressing the possibility of it happening twice and the what that means for you.
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How to Help Teachers Tell Your Twins Apart
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
As a father of identical twins, one of the biggest hurdles you'll face each school year is helping teachers distinguish between your twins. It's crucial for both the twins' individual development and the teacher's ability to provide personalized attention. It isn't uncommon for teachers to have trouble telling your twins apart - even we as parents sometimes do a double-take! But in a classroom setting, clear identification is vital. It helps prevent mix-ups in grading, ensures each child gets the right feedback, and allows the teacher to build individual relationships with each twin. Here are...
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The Joys of Raising Infant Twins: A Positive Perspective
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Raising infant twins undoubtedly presents unique challenges, but it also offers countless rewarding experiences that are both heartwarming and enriching. As an expectant father of twins, it’s important to focus on the positive aspects and the unique joys that come with raising two babies at once. Here are some of the best things about raising infant twins, supported by my experiences and insights of other twin parents.
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How to Stop Twins From Biting Each Other
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Biting is a challenge with any kid, of course. But particularly twins because they're usually playing together, or spending time together and it's much easier for them to want to reach out and bite each other. Here's what to do about it.
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When the twins are invited to a birthday party, should they bring two gifts or one?
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Your twins are invited to a friend's birthday party. Of course they should bring a birthday gift. But the question is: should they bring two gifts (one from each twin) or one gift (a joint gift from both)? Whether to bring one gift or two to a birthday party when you have twins can be nuanced and subjective. Based on the advice from other twin parents, here are several perspectives and unique ideas to consider.
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Working to Afford Twins, Emergency C-Section, and Getting Babies on a Schedule with Kris Lloyd - Podcast 309
Dad's Guide to Twins Podcast
Episode 309 of the Dad’s Guide to Twins Podcast Show Notes Today we continue our father of twins interview series with Kris Lloyd, father of non-identical girls. Listen as we explore his twin parenting journey, including: Found out at 8-9 weeks about twins Trouble free pregnancy and delivery Getting support from family and friends Hospitals were busy for regular scans and had to push for a plan. 37 weeks of pregnancy water broke, emergency c-section after about a day Dad was not allowed in room due to operation. Formula feeding babies Transitioning back to work When twins started crawling...
info_outlineEpisode 290 of the Dad’s Guide to Twins Podcast Show Notes
Today we continue our father of twins interview series with Brad Myers, father of identical twin girls. Listen as we explore his twin parenting journey, including:
- Having twins when they already had a 2 year old
- When one twin is smaller than the other
- Made it to 36 weeks of pregnancy then birth via c-section
- NICU for two nights then home
- Night doula after twins came home for a couple nights a week
- Due to cost, switched to an au pair for child care at 18 months
- Finding au pair that was a good fit from Argentina
- Au pairs live in the home and you set the schedule
- Au pair requirements for hosting
- Adjusting to life with an au pair
- Traveling with young twins
- Challenges with twins vs a singleton
- Getting twins on the same schedule
- When twins don’t succeed with breastfeeding
- and more...