And then there were 2 arhhhh so many questions lol

[HunterzMummy]

Well hi ladies,

I have just had the news that our long awaited number 2 is going to be twins :eek: i am shocked to say the least..

But I have some questions.

How many had a natural birth? Im pettrified of a CS and want to avoid it at all costs.. is this possible?

How did you manage ur time with 2 new borns and a toddler?

Did u ever feel guilty that u were not spending enough time with ur 1st child?

How many wks were u when you gave birth?

How/did you breast feed?

Im scared as hell....

I have so many more but il leave it at that for now :p

[Mummy2R&K]

I got no advice, just wanted wish you all the best.

I think you need to change your sig though to say No2&3 :D

[HunterzMummy]

HEHEH thank you :p

Ive Changed it too heheh :p

[IndigoJ]

No advice but a bit Congratulations Congratulations
All the Best :)

[BoyCrazy]

omg! congrats!!!

[SuperGranny]

hi hunterzmummy, I think I can answer this round of questions, hahah. I had natural delivery, at 37 weeks, only a bit of the gas to help. about 17 hours labour from start to finish, not much more then about three hours in the serious stage. I did breastfeed, for nine months, I tandem fed, both faceing me, sitting on my lap, each head cradled in each elbow. I always fed them together, if one woke first they both had a feed. I was feeding them on demand and they sort of went three hourly, 7 or 8 feeds a day. I introduced solids pretty early, but I never had bottles or formula. my oldest bub was 21 months when the girls were born, and I tried my best to involve the toddler when I could. I had three in nappies, and I used the terry flats that I had to wash and fold, and if I had my time over again I would still use the terry flats. My son was pretty good with his sisters, he never showed any jealousy, he just took it in his stride. That might be enough for now, You can do it, I did , and I had four minutes to prepare . Good luck , Marie.

[andrewsmum]

Firstly CONGRATS on your twinnies!! And secondly, these feelings and thoughts are normal!! Don't stress too much!

OK, it all depends on your situation - if it's one or 2 placenta(e), if there's 2 sacs, if there's a dividing membrane or not, etc, as to how far your docs will let you go with your pregnancy. Generally ID twins are considered full term at 37 weeks, and frat twins at 38 weeks. Sometimes the bubs will have other ideas and may come earlier than expected.

Method of birth - again, depends on your twin circumstance and maybe your ob's viewpoint. Also your body, and the condition of your bubs. Usually if there's no underlying issues you may try a VB. But be mentally prepared for a c/s if it's needed. My c/s went pretty well.

Hmmm, as for time with 1st child and how you'll manage - I guess we all just 'have to' manage... and maybe your first born will surprise you and will help you along (mine did).

Breastfeeding - each to their own - if it's working then why stop BF? A previous poster referred to it as tandem feeding but it's actually called 'twin-feeding' ;) It just means that you'll have one bub on each boob feeding at the same time.

OK my advice to you is that you do both babies' routines at the same time - so feed at the same time, put them to sleep at the same time, play with them together at the same time - it's soo much easier. I was stupid to feed one, put it to sleep, feed the other put that one to sleep but by then the first one was awake and wanting to feed... my poor DS1 was neglected! Once I got the hang of twin feeding, and putting them on the same routine I was able to spend some time with DS1.

However, crayons, paper, playdough, books (can never have too many) Lego blocks (duplo) and train sets were a life saver in the early days, that way DS was able to entertain himself in front of me while I was feeding the boys.

He also learnt early on how to use the DVD player too ;)

Please don't stress too much - you'll find a way that will work for your family. But in the meantime, try to rest up and let these little ones grow :thumbsup:

[Myztiks#1Fan]

i have no advice what so ever but wanted to say a huge congrats. how exciting for you to be having not just 1 little blessing but 2:D

congrats on this special little time before 3 turns into a family of 5:yelclap:

[V8]

I agree with JCG, she only had 4 mins to prepare for twins, and i think she did a great job :thumbsup:

You have 9 months to prepare, you'll be right :hugs:

Congrats, it's super exciting!! :flowerz: :smiliedance:

[sparklesare]

I just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS!!!:yelclap::yelclap::yelclap::yelc lap:

I myself are having twins and cannot believe it. Mine are a result of IVF though so medical science and a family full of multiples may have played a part in mine.

I am still in a state of shock, wondering how I am going to do it etc and how I am going to manage etc, but at the end of the day I am sure we will just love every minute of it!

Congratulations to you again and enjoy this amazing experience. I certainly am!

Sparklesare

[alanasmum]

Well hi ladies,

I have just had the news that our long awaited number 2 is going to be twins :eek: i am shocked to say the least..

Congratulations. It's big news isn't it and it takes a while for it to sink in.

But I have some questions.

How many had a natural birth? Im pettrified of a CS and want to avoid it at all costs.. is this possible?

I had a CS and it was fine. I had a natural birth with DD which I preferred but chose to have a CS with the twins for various reasons. My recovery was very quick and the pain was very minimal.


How did you manage ur time with 2 new borns and a toddler?

This is something I struggle with. DD was 2 and 9 months when the twins were born. I try to involve her in what's going on with them as much as possible and spend time with her when they are asleep but it's very hard some days. DD has coped really well with it all though, with the exception of my stay in hospital as she was not used to me being away at all.

Did u ever feel guilty that u were not spending enough time with ur 1st child?

Yes, absolutely, every day. It's natural when you've been able to devote your full attention to one child. But it is good in a way that it teaches them to be considerate of their siblings and learn that the world does not revolve around only them.

How many wks were u when you gave birth?

I was 36w, 3d and they were 2.1kg each. They spent two weeks in special care.

How/did you breast feed?

This has been a long journey. I had a lot of trouble feeding DS so I mainly expressed for him - for around 4 months. DD eventually got the hang of it. She is mostly breastfed now with the occasional top-up, DS is now on prescription formula.

Im scared as hell....

This is a completely natural feeling. There's lots to think about. It's a wonderful journey - challenging yes - but wonderful none the less.


I have so many more but il leave it at that for now :p

Congrats again. :yelclap:

[Sheer Bliss]

:wave: Congratulations!!

I also wanted to avoid a c-sec at all costs, so enlisted the help of a fantastic doula! Also lucky for me, my OB is an older man, and experienced in twin births, so there was no opposition and no pushing for a c-section. I also have frat twins, so lower risk wtih 2 placentas and 2 sacs. My birth story is in my sig....but long story short - natural, drug free in 1.5hrs :D, twin 2 was breech at the start of labour and he flipped once DD was out!

2 newborns, a toddler (2yo) and a pre-schooler (4yo) in our house - was FUN!! Haha - no, it's darn hard, esp when DH is on afternoon shift and i do the dinner, bath, bed routine alone with the 4 of them. But you cope, you work out who settles the fastest, deal with them first, and then go along the line until everyone is happy. Sometimes the rules are relaxed and my older 2 stay up a bit later cuddling and chatting on the lounge to get extra time in with us.

I always feel guilty that my first 2 don't get the time they deserve. You might be eligible for in home care (3kids under school age) we are in the process of organiseing someone to care for the kids at home every friday, while I sleep, do housework or take one of the older kids out for one-on-one time.

I was 35weeks when they were born, labour started at 32weeks, and spent 3 in hospy before they were born on bed rest. I have a history of 36week pregnancies, so 35weeks was great for twins for me!

Still breastfeeding at almost 5months :thumbsup:. I got the ezi 2 nurse twin feedng pillow and took it to hospy for me, and got started straight away on doing it all myself, so I wasn't dependant on anyone. It made the transition easier when DH went back to work. It was a lot of effort to learn to get them both attached together but was worth it. Sometimes we still tandem feed with the pillow and without, other times i feed them one at a time now, it's all flexible!!

Scared as hell is normal, and TBH that feeling never goes away!! I am always scared as hell of what is coming next, but it is so much fun! :flowerz:

[TripleTime]

How many had a natural birth? Im pettrified of a CS and want to avoid it at all costs.. is this possible?

For us a section was the safest option, even though it turned into an emergency was still a good experience.

How did you manage ur time with 2 new borns and a toddler?

You just do what you have too

Did u ever feel guilty that u were not spending enough time with ur 1st child?

I get the guilts that i dont spend enough time with each of them

How many wks were u when you gave birth?

28+3 after spending 3 days in labour on & off

How/did you breast feed?

No i dont, i did plan to express while they were on tube feeds but i couldnt


Im scared as hell....

So was i




You can do it, just got to have faith. :D

[MyTwoBlue]

Well hi ladies,

I have just had the news that our long awaited number 2 is going to be twins :eek: i am shocked to say the least..

But I have some questions.

How many had a natural birth? Im pettrified of a CS and want to avoid it at all costs.. is this possible?

How did you manage ur time with 2 new borns and a toddler?

Did u ever feel guilty that u were not spending enough time with ur 1st child?

How many wks were u when you gave birth?

How/did you breast feed?

Im scared as hell....

I have so many more but il leave it at that for now :p

ooooo congratulations!! it is a bit of a shock isnt it...dont expect that part to go away anytime soon!

I had a natural birth, both babies were head down @ 38 weeks. I had a perfect pregnancy not one problem. I breastfed for two months and expressed for another month. I wasnt given alot of support in my choice to breastfeed so ended up stopping both and went to formula...i regret it. We are ttc our next bub and well when he/she comes along the twins will just have to wait lol im sure they are used to that!! But as for already having one...he will learn to wait :) good luck

[bgbgbb]

Hunterzmummy, like you I've still got my twins brewing inside me, but having had 4 kids already I can help you with some of your questions.

The best thing to prepare yourself and your little one for the new arrivals is start now. Get your little one used to not being constantly entertained by mummy. Dont treat him like he's the centre of the world all the time. I know it sounds harsh but the reality when the bub (or bubs in our cases) come is that we wont have all the time in the world to devote to them anyway. If he's not already in childcare, putting him into occasional care or childcare one day a week. Or if you have grandparents nearby get him used to spending time with them, away from you. It will help him to get used to spending time under others authority and will also give you a much needed rest. And it will make the transition much less abrupt when the bubs come (there's nothing worse than the poor firstborn being suddenly usurped when the new bub arrives, it fosters a lot of resentment toward the new bub, I've seen it happen so many times).

My OB said that a natural delivery with fraternal twins is much easier if you have already had a natural delivery, but in the end it comes down to the first baby's position. I'm dreading a caesar too, I cant afford the inability to drive afterwards as I have 4 children to get to school/kinder/childcare, etc.

Best of luck and hope you're starting to get over the shock of your news (I know I still am!)

[SweetSerenity]

Hunterzmummy! OMG YAY! Congratulations :yelclap:

I had no idea... So excited for you.

Sorry to go off topic, but just wanted to wish you all the best :hugs: Will be following your pregnancy :goodvibes:

Love Nat xox

[HunterzMummy]

Thanks ladies you are all awesome and full of wisdom :yes: You have all truly inspired me

Boygirlboygirl - I'm glad there is someone else cooking twins on here :p someone to compare exchange prego notes with :laughing:

Nat - aww thank you, your a sweetie :hugs: hope all is going great with ur lil bundle..

[Firsttimetwins]

Hi Ladies

As per my user name - this is my first prgenancy and we are having twins. Very unexpected but very excited.

Just read all the threads about natural births and it was a great read. My OB told me flat out at my 8.5 wk scan that he only delivers twins by C-Section. Given the shock of twins at the scan that didn't really sink in but now i've had a good month to think about it I'm not really happy about it. Due to go and see him next wk to discuss further but I think I'll feel a bit cheated if I at least don't give it a try (provided all is ok).

Spreading the news about twins (now that we are at 12wks) has been lots of fun! One hiccup though - i'm due to be a bridesmaid for my best friend and I'll be 35 wks at the time. What do you think my chances are. She's a little upset I might not be there and its all a bit tricky!

Good luck everyone!

[TripleTime]

Spreading the news about twins (now that we are at 12wks) has been lots of fun! One hiccup though - i'm due to be a bridesmaid for my best friend and I'll be 35 wks at the time. What do you think my chances are. She's a little upset I might not be there and its all a bit tricky!

At 35 weeks you will be rather large & being a bridal party could add stress that you dont really need.

If you'd like to try a natural birth, i suggest finding another OB.
I had one push a VB on me, i found another OB.

[Mrs Dolphin]

Oh WOW! Sorry I didn't realise to now you were expecting - let alone twins!! :yelclap:

So a huge CONGRATULATIONS to you and your family! How exciting (but understandably daunting as well!!) :)

I hope it all goes well for you! :hugs::hugs::hugs:

[Firsttimetwins]

Thanks TripleTime - guess you reaffirmed what I already knew re the wedding!

HunterzMummy - hope you don't mind but I was just doing some huntong of Obs online and saw that you recommended Dr Price at North West. Are you going through him for your twins? He's who I'm seeing and I wondered if you'd had the same comment re twins?

[HunterzMummy]

Thanks TripleTime - guess you reaffirmed what I already knew re the wedding!

HunterzMummy - hope you don't mind but I was just doing some huntong of Obs online and saw that you recommended Dr Price at North West. Are you going through him for your twins? He's who I'm seeing and I wondered if you'd had the same comment re twins?

I actually have changed my view re Dr Price, i no longer like him LOL

I went through Dr Howland to get pregnant but im not going private to have these 2 they are to cut happy lol. There is a EXCELLENT Dr at Nrth West and i cant for the life of me remember his name, but he is excellent, only problem is his waiting list is as long as your arm.

But yeah i wouldnt go Dr Price,thats just my personal view though. And i find the majority of OBS at Nrth West are very C/Sec happy with singeltons so i cant imagine what they would be like with twins :rolleyes:

[Nomsie]

Naw, congratulations and congratulations again! Doubly blessed, how exciting for you!

I can't remember all your qns- I was being naughty and just scanning but here you go:

I had a c/s (elective) and I was up and walking within 24 hours. If you want a VB, go for it! :thumbsup:

I have no idea what to do about your toddler as well, other than to say You Go, Girl! :laughing: (No way I could have done that!)

Breastfeeding twins is dead easy- the boys are 1 tomorrow and still going strong. Get a good pillow, a wonderful LC and reap the benefits (namely I would say, time saving! ;))

Hit up any and every twin mum you know for info. The best advice I got whilst preggo was from twin mums! :yes:

Congrats again! :flowerz:

[TripleTime]

Hit up any and every twin mum you know for info. The best advice I got whilst preggo was from twin mums! :yes:

I agree, i spoke to every triplet mum i came across & when i started having problems i started talking to every prem mum i could find that was going through what i was going through. To this day the best information & support ive gotten is from triplet & prem mums :yes:

[HunterzMummy]

Well as long as you guys dont mind me bombarding you with questions :p cuz i dont know any real life twin mummies lol

But firsttimetwins if your seeing Dr Price, that means your on the northside right? Becasue i have found the Australian Multiple National Association and every 2 months they how 2 3 hour sessions for expectant mums, Where they disscuss everything through to coping,what to do, help, birth,prams everything - they even hook you up with a twin playgroup. So i can give you the info if your interested. Im gonna go in my 2nd trimester.:yes:

[Firsttimetwins]

Hi Ladies

Argh, HunterzMummy, not the news I wanted re Dr Pricec. Off to see him for the 2nd appt next Friday so I'll make a decision after that. I do tend get the impression most of the Obs at NthWest are C-Sect happy. And I think the Dr you couldn't remember is Bob Watson - heard lots of good things about him but also that he is REALLY difficult to get into! Guess I'll just wait and see. Wouldn't mind the details on those sessions wit the AMNA youo mentioned too - might see you there!

I think I'll be joining in on all the questions too!

Have a great weekend!1

[TripleTime]

Well as long as you guys dont mind me bombarding you with questions :p cuz i dont know any real life twin mummies lol

But firsttimetwins if your seeing Dr Price, that means your on the northside right? Becasue i have found the Australian Multiple National Association and every 2 months they how 2 3 hour sessions for expectant mums, Where they disscuss everything through to coping,what to do, help, birth,prams everything - they even hook you up with a twin playgroup. So i can give you the info if your interested. Im gonna go in my 2nd trimester.:yes:


Very smart thinking to go :yes:

Im on the expectant parents team for our local club.
Ask other mums about their pregnancy & birth journeys.

[hunter08]

I have just recently found out i am having twins also. Saw them on Ultrasound on Thursday and my emotions have been up and down since then, going from excited to worried about finances, feeding them, giving birth, my toddler, the pregnancy. There is a lot to think about, but i have finally convinced myself to take each step as it comes and tackles things from there. Otherwise it all feels a bit overwhelming.
I am due a few days after you, but i have been told that it will actually probably be 37 weeks or so.
it looks like you live up my way. Which hospital are you going to?

[HunterzMummy]

I have just recently found out i am having twins also. Saw them on Ultrasound on Thursday and my emotions have been up and down since then, going from excited to worried about finances, feeding them, giving birth, my toddler, the pregnancy. There is a lot to think about, but i have finally convinced myself to take each step as it comes and tackles things from there. Otherwise it all feels a bit overwhelming.
I am due a few days after you, but i have been told that it will actually probably be 37 weeks or so.
it looks like you live up my way. Which hospital are you going to?

awww wow really. Thats awesome. Congrats :hugs: I know what you mean about emotions being up and down. I am actually travelling to the mater after much conversation with one of there midwives. My main 2 reasons are 1. If something happens to them they will be shipped to NICU at the RBWH after birth while im left at caboolture hospital to recover. and 2. That is like 1 hour delay in getting them there and if i was already birthing at the hospital they would have already recieved treatment if you know what i mean.

The Drs around here as hopeless and no one has even taken my blood pressure. They are just awful. The mater still has places left for may/june if your interested and i personally thought they were 110% better then the royal as they went above and beyond to help me.

Where are you looking at going? Where bouts are you from?

Did you hear about the multiples meeting for expectant mothers i was referring to earlier? If you want more info or wanna talk more PM me :D I have done lots and lots of research as i have had many more weeks to process it then you as i found out at 5 wks. :hugs:

Ps - Is your little one named Hunter as well?

[hunter08]

Yes my little man is Hunter too. You don't hear the name too often. My Hunter is 21 months this month. How old is yours?
We live in Petrie and at the moment I am still deciding whether to go to Caboolture or not. I had Hunter there and they were great. I have a booking in appointment with them in about 3 weeks so i will see what they have to say.
I had a great Fertility doctor who has recommended a few obs to me, but like with Hunter it comes down to where i want to spend the money.
I chose to go public over private last time as i had Hunter's cord blood/stem cells collected for storage.That was about $3000 so in the end i decided that i wanted to spend the money on making sure that i had that for him, rather than go private.
It is now the same with the twins. If i want to do the same for them this time it will be $5200. It comes down to what i want more. Maybe i will look into the Mater. The ppoints you made make sense and i hadnt thought of them.
It is nice to have someone going on the same journey!:)
I havent heard about the multiples meeting but I will PM you to get details.