Articles

This is the Twin Parent article repository. Here you will find articles dealing with all aspects of being a parent to twins. We have done our best to organize the article so that they are easy to browse. Check back often as new articles are added weekly.

Twin pregnancy

Twin-to-Twin (TTTS) Transfusion Syndrome: Answers from an Expert
Answers to common questions about Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome from an expert on the subject.
Swollen feet and ankles during pregnancy
Why swelling occurs during pregnancy and what to do about it.
Am I pregnant with twins? Signs of a twin pregnancy
Are you pregnant with twins? How can you know for sure? Here are some Tell-tale signs that you might be pregnant with twins.
Twins again? What are the chances?
Did you know that if you have had twins once, you are much more likely to have them again?
So, you are expecting twins!
You just found out that you are having twins, you are excited, happy, nervous and scared. What should you do now?

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Twin toddlers

Potty Training Twins: A Parenting Challenge
How to overcome the challenges of potty training twin toddlers.
Getting Toddler Twins to Sleep
Tips and strategies for getting your twin toddlers to sleep
Staying Sane With Twin Toddlers
The twins are walking now. How is a parent to keep them in line, maintain a household and keep his/her sanity all at the same time?

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Twin infants

Are they twins?
The top ten most annoying questions asked by strangers to parents of twin infants.
From bottle to sippy cup
How to successfully make the transition from bottle to sippy cup.
When should your babies start wearing shoes?
The little Uggs and Vans look so cute on the shelves at your favorite baby clothing store, but should your babies wear them?
Twin Infants, Sleep and You
When asked what is most difficult about having twin infants, I am willing to bet most parents would answer "lack of sleep!"

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School aged twins

School-Age Challenge: The Pros and Cons of Placing Twins in the Same Class
A common debate amongst parents of multiples. Should twins be be separated in school?
Choosing a Preschool for Twins
What every parent should consider before their twins start preschool.

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Other twin stuff

Instant twin parent support group. Just add ‘friends’
Learn how to harness the popularity of social networking sites like MySpace, Facebook and Twitter to create a virtual twin parenting support group for yourself.
Food allergies -- more for parents to worry about
Learn how food allergies could effect your children
Saving For College Times Two
Every parent wants to best for their children and for many that means paying for college. How can you afford to send twins or multiples to college?

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