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New and Need Help

Last post 09-20-2007 7:57 PM by Cheryl Lage. 5 replies.
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  • 09-06-2007 5:56 PM

    New and Need Help

    This is kind of odd/sad story in a way but my sister is due in January with twin girls. She lived with me, my fiance and my two boys (5 and 9) because she was trying to get her life back in order. She got herself into trouble again and now was sentenced to seven years in prison.

    Myself and my Fiance have agreed to take guardinship of the sweet angels when they are born. Everything just sort of happened this week so I'm at a lose for what I should do first? Of course I've already given my kids stuff to the Good Will. I'm wondering what I should do differently to prepare for twins? How should they sleep? So many questions. I'm going to go buy some books tonight but was wondering if you ladies had any advice for me?

    I have so much to do in the next couple months and our wedding was planned for the month after they are due and has been planned for a year and a half so I can't change that around. Luckly most of the wedding planning is done and I can concentrate on the twins and getting ready for them.

  • 09-07-2007 2:09 PM In reply to

    Re: New and Need Help

    You are a wonderful person for taking on the twins when they are born! There are a few moms on here with twins that would be more help than me. I just wanted to wish you good luck!Smile

    Terri Jo (28) DH- Carey (26) DD- Anna (5) DS- Andrew


  • 09-07-2007 3:57 PM In reply to

    Re: New and Need Help

    I'm expecting twins in November. So I may not have to much advice but have read some books that may help. Le tme know if you have any questions 



    ME 32
    Expecting Nov 10, 2007


  • 09-07-2007 5:40 PM In reply to

    Re: New and Need Help

    You are one remarkable Mama and a wonderful Sister.....and it sounds like you have a tremendous fiance as well! Smile

    A friend told me about your post---and I just had to pop online to extend my admiration...and any twin "tips" I could!

    One thing I would absolutely recommend is trying to get in touch with your local branch of a mothers of twins club.
    Most of them have HUGE yard sales in the fall and in the spring; and you could undoubtedly get some great deals. (By the way, you do NOT need "two of everything"!) There is typically a nominal membership fee, but even if you elect not to join the group, when you explain your situation, they may allow you to attend the sale. To find your local chapter you can visit www.nomotc.org . If you do join the local group, many of the clubs also have "Mentor Mama" or "Big Sisters" programs where you can get some one-on-one support from an experienced twin mama in your area, and that could be very helpful. :)

    Your boys are of an age where they may be great little helpers as well.

    If you haven't already purchased Twinspiration: Real-Life Advice from Pregnancy through the First Year I'd be honored to send you a copy.
    (It's my last one from the freebies my publisher gave me...I can think of no worthier recipient!) Just email me a mailing address and I'll get it in the mail early next week.

    Congrats on your pending marriage, and on your pending twin-blessed family!
    All the best-

    Cheryl
    Mommy of Darren and Sarah (born 9-5-01)
    Writer- Twinspiration: Real-Life Advice from Pregnancy through the First Year
  • 09-10-2007 8:57 AM In reply to

    Re: New and Need Help

    Thanks so much ladies.

    Congrats Tiffany, I'll be anxious to hear you're birthing story and the about the last months of preparation.

    Cheryl I sent you an email. I appreciate all of the advice.

     

  • 09-20-2007 7:57 PM In reply to

    Re: New and Need Help

    Hey there...don't know if my computer botched in delivering your email, but please resend your address (you can send it to cheryl@twinsights.com)  ....I've got a book waiting for you if you want it!

    Again, kudos for being such a wonderful gal...those twins are going to be so lucky to have you!

    Cheryl
    Mommy of Darren and Sarah (born 9-5-01)
    Writer- Twinspiration: Real-Life Advice from Pregnancy through the First Year
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