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There are a number of gray areas when it comes to twin pregnancy. Science doesn't know all the answers yet but the theories are always intriguing. It is commonly accepted that fraternal twins run in the family, but this doesn't mean we know exactly when someone will become pregnant with twins? Do twins skip a generation?
Twins are bonded together in a way singletons will never understand. But last week I decided to separate the Twins at preschool. Here's why and how it went. #twins #lifewithtwins #twinmom
Keeping kids full until dinner is about making the right choices in their lunchbox. Find out what food groups make the perfect slow burn lunch and snack...
It's enough to stop many twin moms leaving the house altogether. Tips for keeping twin toddlers safe in open spaces to feel confident about solo trips out.
Toddlers can be frustratingly picky, and fussy children can often dictate what the rest of the family eat too. I'm sharing my favorite family friendly pasta recipes, made regularly from scratch and always a guaranteed to please.
You can put anything between two pieces of bread, so get creative! A selection of sandwich recipes for lunchboxes to get your sandwich mojo flowing again!
This DIY market stall for kids is simple and adorable! Despite the age gap, my kids love playing shop together and this project was perfect for them.
Taking multiple young kids out in public is a stressful business. Twin moms are more prone to anxiety but I'm determined to find a sense of calm...
This post is sponsored by Natrol but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. We live in a world of increased mental and physical health concerns and in response, there is a growing trend for pro-active self-care. 'Self-care' is a term I had never heard ten years ago but now I stumble across it
Twins can have special requirements and doubling the cost of daycare makes a nanny a financially viable choice. I'm sharing the childcare choices I made for my family and explaining the pros and cons of both daycare and a nanny for twins.
Don't let concerns about parenting newborn twins dampen your spirits, it really is a special time filled with love and double the baby snuggles.
A look at the study that claims drinking milk increases your chances of twin pregnancy. Twin births are on the rise. What do you think?
Once the shock has faded, then the questions come. There are so many questions I asked when pregnant with twins and I did a lot of Googling. Having been through it, I now get to pass on the answers to these very questions.
Preparing for breastfeeding twins is a daunting prospect. Our guest Stacy shares her experience with successfully breastfeeding her twins, despite a difficult start. I would have loved to breastfeed and am always keen to share success stories to encourage others. You can do it!
Before I became pregnant with our twin boys, I had no idea sleeping upright during twin pregnancy was a thing. You just have to sleep on your side with a pregnancy pillow, right? Unfortunately for many, this is not enough to allow enough space to breathe in the last few weeks of pregnancy.
The perfect tailgater party surprise! Make your cherry chutney in advance and match it with a delicious pork patty slider. Wash down with Dr Pepper for the full cherry flavor experience!
My twin boys have the unfortunate combination of being huge for their age but have noticeable baby developmental delays. This means everyone thinks they can 'do' more than they can actually do... "Are they walking yet?" Er...no, we're still working on sitting up...
Around 0.3% of babies are born a twin following an embryo split. But why does a fertilized egg split to create identical twins? Some scientific theories...
Delayed speech is common in twins and they often don't feel a need to talk to parents early on. So do twins talk to each other in a secret language instead?
What happens if you spot boy/girl twins sharing the same placenta at your ultrasound? What are semi-identical twins and just how rare are they? #twins #twinmom #genetics
It is common for roles of dominance and submissiveness in twins to develop but what happens when the dominant twin loses power? Behavior can be a challenge.
Easy for little ones to pick up but still packed with the goodness my boys have been getting from their favorite veg purees. These kid friendly spiced vegetable croquettes have been a real hit, and are perfect for batch cooking and storing in the freezer. Great for BLW and party appetizers alike!
Medical tech can tell us all a lot about our unborn babies, yet some expectant parents don't know if they are expecting identical or fraternal twins. Why?
We are built to stretch, and postpartum we kind of go back again. I'm sporting my post-baby twin mom tum and sharing thoughts on surgery and acceptance.
A twin-parent family adventure Creative ideas for families with a sense of adventure. parenting home design travel recipes Receive our latest articles in your inbox Subscribe Featured Articles Button Hello World Read More Latest Articles Hello World Hello World View Article About TwinPickle Welcome! TwinPickle was born as a twin-parenting blog but offers design inspiration,
A road trip can offer the best budget adventures. But costs escalate when it comes to dining out. Save money and stress with hotel cooking.
Cooler weather, football and friends... tailgate season is here! Take the pressure off and opt for easy catering instead!
March is National Reading Month: The perfect time to encourage positive tablet habits with thousands of e-bookts available from Amazon FreeTime Unlimited!
Postpartum anxiety is more prevalent than postpartum depression. So what are the symptoms? And how common is it to suffer postpartum anxiety after twins?
Having a scheduled C-Section is no laughing matter, but I hope to at least ease the worry with a little humor in this alternative twin birth story. It's cold and eery at times but is full of all the magic a regular birth offers...
Advancement in IVF methods is causing a downturn in the US twin boom. But mothers continue to start families later, so will the bubble burst altogether?
Having a scheduled C-Section is no laughing matter, but I hope to at least ease the worry with a little humor in this alternative twin birth story. It's cold and eery at times but is full of all the magic a regular birth offers...
A look at inclusive playgrounds and how they benefit the physical development and social inclusion of all children. Plus they are fun... really fun. #ShapedByPlay, #PlayLSI #ad @PlayLSI
Savory sweet bite size snacks, perfect for breakfast on the go or kids' lunch boxes.
We all know they're super cute, but there may be some things you don't know about identical twins. As a mom of identical twins I am repeatedly asked many of the same questions, and often people are about the difference between identical and fraternal twins.
Delayed speech in toddlers can be frustrating for all, and common in twins. From experience, I explain the assessment process for the Early Intervention.
Our twins are toddlers now and, though we've certainly gotten a solid game plan in place, we've struggled to create opportunities for really high-quality one-on-one time with our kids.
Savory sweet bite size snacks, perfect for breakfast on the go or kids' lunch boxes.
I love to bake, but when I do, I eat all the cake to myself. So, I've come up with these dairy free coconut carrot muffins to help with my cake eating guilt
Toys for twin toddlers and young siblings to encourage sharing and reduce fighting. Whether you're buying one toy to share or two separate gifts, make sharing easier by choosing toys which are more fun when you have a playmate.
I've always liked the idea of food delivery boxes but they can be so expensive. I'm reviewing Dinnerly... a new affordable food delivery box. $5 a portion!
There are many different sleeping arrangements for twins. Let's look at crib sharing, room sharing and when it best to just separate them...
Activities to help challenge and empower toddlers to talk more. I have tried a number of different approaches and activities to help my boys broaden their speech skills and there are two things I'm sure of... To empower toddlers to talk they have to feel confident and it has to be fun. Free printable flashcards too!
Around 0.3% of babies are born a twin following an embryo split. But why does a fertilized egg split to create identical twins? Some scientific theories...
Starting special education preschool: They learn from each other, embrace each others’ strengths, and accept each others’ quirks, which is a concept I love.
Buying gifts for the same people year on year is tough. How do come up with original, unique gift ideas? This year I found the perfect unpredictable gifts!
Dear IKEA, Like many Moms, I enjoy a browse of your showroom, dreaming of a stylish home with just the right amount of tarnished steel and mustard yellow...
