Expecting babies this year?
Hi everyone, this is my first time posting here. I'm a mom of two little girls, one is 3 years old and the other is 21 months. And just found out I'm expecting twins due in October this year. My two older sisters live nearby and are really supportive, and my husband works a lot but he's there when he can be. I also deal with depression and anxiety, and while online communities have been helpful for information and advice, I've felt it might be nice to connect with other moms here who could offer support for the emotional stuff too. Just wondering if anyone else is in a similar situation and would like to chat or maybe become each other's support system. Thanks!
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Hey there! Twins? Congrats, that's wild. Seriously though, good luck with everything-you're gonna need it. And thanks for popping in here; it means a lot. I'm rooting for you and hope this place fills your support quota. You've got this, no mater what happens.
Hi thre! I have twins too-identical twin boys who are now a year old If you're looking for some tips, what I'd say is that having support is absolutely crucial. Caring for two tiny humans at the same time can feel overwhelming. Especially when you try to do it solo like I did, my braain just couldn't handle it and I ended up with seizures-I've never had them before, and there's no history of seizures in my family either. So really, your body will let you know if you're pushing too hard after bringing those little ones into the world.
Don't hesitate to ask for help.You need a lot more than just one person can give-especially if you've got three kids running around! I don't even want to imagine what it must be like taking care of twins, plus a 3-yaer-old and another baby on your own! And with sisters who aren't there all the time and a husband who's rarely home, you're probably going to need much mre than that. We have three women helping out with our twins, but even then, it still fels lke not enough sometimes. You know what they say-raising one kid takes a village, raising two looks like the whole country is needed
So reach out to your family and friends, see if anyone can pitch in. There are lots of teenagers looking for work who might be willing to help with chores at a low rate. Also, check out community resources or anything else that could support you. Before the babies arrive, sit down and plan out a schedule with everyone involved-friends, family, caregivers-and make sure everything is set up so there's no added stress after birth.
Oh yeah, don't forget about taking care of yourself too! Make time for walks, it helps them settle down, especially when they're both cryiing at the same time. Sometimes putting them in a stroller and walking until they fall asleep can be a huge life-saver. We had to figure out ways to get through those tough newborn days.
Also, seriously consider therapy-dealing with postpartum depression is no joke. It's so important to take care of your mental health too.
I hope all this advice helps you out! Best wishes for you and your little ones
Hi there, mybe i should say congrats and welcome too?
I have these two little wild men running around, so yeah, I totally get where you're coming from! It's a daily struggle, but finding this community has been such a relief for me honestly.
