Parent's Poll: What's Your New Year's Resolution? - 12/26/05
As 2005 comes to close and 2006 dawns, it's time to start thinking about the year ahead. What are your goals for 2006? This week's Parent's Poll is about New Year's Resolutions. Poll Results

The First Few Months: Keeping Things Straight - 12/25/05
One of the trickiest parts of being a new parent of twins, triplets or more is keeping everything straight. Try to remember who ate what and when and how much -- and do it through a haze of exhaustion and sleep deprivation. Here are some hints for keeping things straight with newborn multiples, excerpted from the book, "Everything Twins, Triplets and More."

Top 10 Baby Monitors for Families with Multiples - 12/16/05
In the olden days, parents kept a listening ear attuned to their baby's nursery, but technology offers modern parents numerous ways to keep an eye on their children from a remote location. From basic models that let you listen in for cries and coos, to more advanced video systems that allow you to monitor every baby's breath, there are numerous options available to parents of twins or multiples. Find out which ones are worth your investment from this list of Top Ten Baby Monitors.

Sleep Solutions for Toddler Twins/Multiples - 12/9/05
You've survived a multiple pregnancy, and then the first year with multiple infants. Now that your twins or more are toddlers, you'll finally get a good night's sleep, right? Not so fast, weary one. Turning into toddlers creates a whole other set of sleep issues for your multiples. Fortunately, you've come to the right place for sleep solutions.

Making Holiday Memories with Your Multiples - 12 /4/05
The holidays are a wonderful time for families, full of excitement and memory-making traditions. The parties, celebrations and family time provide many opportunities for parents of multiples to develop traditions that enhance their childrens' unique identities. Here are some ideas for Making Holiday Memories with Your Multiples.

Bathtime Tips for Twins - 11/13/05
Keeping young children clean is difficult enough, but when you've got multiples, bathtime can be quite a challenge. With only two hands, and two or more slippery kids in the bathtub, parents of twins and multiples need to employ some special strategies. Here are some quick tips and helpful hints about bathing twins, triplets and multiples.

Hot Holiday Toys 2005 - 10/28/05
Approaching Halloween, it barely feels like fall, so it's hard to believe that it's time to start thinking about the holidays. However, for parents of multiples looking to fulfill the wishes of two, three or more children, there's no time like the present to start buying those presents. Here's a list of Hot Holiday Toys. According to Toy Wishes magazine, these are sure to be big sellers this season. Are they on your kids' lists?

Coping with Crying - 10/17/05
First one starts, then the other gets going. From wails to whimpers, the cries of infants are an unavoidable part of parenting multiples. When you have twins or more, the sound can be deafening. Before you invest in earplugs, try these tips for coping with crying., excerpted from the book, "Everything Twins, Triplets and More"

Halloween Photo Gallery 2 - 9/30/05
The first Halloween Photo Gallery proved to be so popular, I've done another one! (Like most twin moms, I like to have two of everything!) Check out Halloween Photo Gallery 2: More Pictures of Twins and Triplets in Costume. I've also updated the costume ideas for twins, triplets and families by adding ideas submitted by visitors to the site.

Halloween Photo Gallery - 9/16/05
Are you looking for clever costume ideas for your twins or triplets? Halloween is right around the corner. Start your search by browsing this collection of photos featuring decked-out duos and trick-or-treating trios.

Tips for Dads of Twins - 8/26/05
Are you a father or twins? If ]you intend to do half the child-rearing work and hold down a job, and it's just you and your wife, you're definitely the guy that Keith Snyder is talking to in this compilation of tips for dads of twins. From snapping those tiny baby outfits to toting your twin tots around town, Keith offers advice on surviving the sleep deprivation while doing double duty as a dad.

Caring for Preemie Twins: Surviving a NICU Stay - 8/22/05
More than half of all multiples are born before their due date. Infants that arrive prematurely may require an extended stay in a hospital's NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) to address medical issues and give babies' underdeveloped organs a chance to catch up. It can be a difficult experience for families, but these coping strategies, excerpted from "Everything Twins, Triplets and More" will not only give you a sense of control over your situation, but will also contribute to your babies' care.

Getting it Done - 8/12/05
Parents of multiples become very clever at "getting it done." By that, I mean all the little details of life: housework, paying bills, taking a shower, running errands, exercising, etc. When your time and attention is so consumed by babies, it is difficult to complete even one of these tasks in a day, much less all of the items on the lengthy to-do lists of modern moms and dads.

Heading Back to School - 8/1/05
When it's time to head back to school, arm yourself with tips for saving money, staying organized, and making the transition meaningful for your family.

Birth Announcements for Twins, Triplets or More - 7/14/05
Your twins (or more!) are here and it's time to share your big news with the world. Although they can be tricky to track down, there are a wide variety of birth announcements designed specifically for twins and other multiples.

Why Are Identical Twins Different? - 7/7/05
Scientists have long sought to explain the differences in identical twins, wondering why two individuals who share the same DNA can exhibit different characteristics of appearance, personality and health. A new study might have the answer.

Top Ten Low Cost/No Cost Summer Activities - 7/1/05
Whether your summer is just getting started or in full swing, there are going to be moments when your multiples have "nothing" to do, despite a playroom full of toys and games. Taking the whole gang to the movies or amusement park can get really expensive, so here are some ideas

From Wombmates to Roommates - 6/26/05
From expectant parents wondering whether to set up one nursery or two, to parents of twin tweens who want their own space, eventually all parents of multiples have to decide how to house their children. Here's how to decide what works for your family.

Can You Choose the Sex of Your Twins/Multiples? - 6/20/05
What would make your family perfect? What if you could choose to have boy twins, girl twins or one of each? Even if you could choose, should you? Find out if gender selection really works, and how it impacts multiple birth.

Triplet Pregnancy from Frozen Eggs - 6/19/05
A new fertility procedure establishes a triplet pregnancy using a mother's frozen eggs, offering new hope for infertile couples seeking to become pregnant with a baby.

Top Names for Twins - 5/13/05
This list reflects the most frequently used name combinations on applications for social security cards. Did your twins' names make the list?

Interview with 10-Year-Old Twins - 4/21/05
I interviewed two highly respected (by me, at least) experts on twins. They happen to be my own twin daughters. Having spent the last decade as twins (they recently turned ten), I felt like they had some sage advice to offer to parents of multiples.

Ten Things Never to Say to Twins - 4/18/05
Everyone speaks without thinking sometimes. If you're not a twin, you may not be aware that your comments are hurtful, not harmless. Even parents of twins, triplets or other multiples inadvertently say things that can be damaging to a child's sense of self. Keep your foot out of your mouth by avoiding these ten things never to say to twins.

Step 2 Toys for Twins - 4/7/05
The Step 2 company is particularly innovative at creating toys for twins or more. When my twins were younger, they loved swinging together in their swing and going for rides in the Wagon-for-2.

How to Have Twins - 3/25/05
Many people wonder what it takes to have twins, triplets or more. While having multiples is a gift and a blessing, there are some common factors that increase the chances of conceiving twins. Think you want to have twins or more? Here's how.

Choosing a Doctor for Your Multiples- 3/14/05
As a parent, one of the most important decisions you will make for your children is selecting their medical caregiver. As a parent of multiples, there are some special factors you should consider before you make that decision. Find out what to look for when choosing a doctor.

Eating Disorders and Twins- 2/28/05
February 27 - March 5 has been designated National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. This seems like a good opportunity for parents to educate themselves about the issues associated with eating disorders, especially for parents of multiples who may wonder whether their children are more susceptible to conditions such as anorexia, bulimia or binge-eating.

What I Love About Having Twins- 2/14/05
Valentine's Day has put me in the mood for love... not romantic love, exactly, but the love I have for my children and my family. I love being a mom of twins. In so many ways, it is a wonderful experience. I decided to try and detail some of the specific things that I love about having twins.

Gifts that Moms Will Love- 02/06/05
Looking for a special Valentine's Day gift for a mom of multiples? Here's a list of ten gifts that moms of multiples will love.

Top Ten Childproofing Must-Haves for Multiples - 1/17/05
If you've got a team of toddler twins or multiples in your home, you've got to take extra precautions to safeguard their safety -- and the safety of your house and its contents! When it comes to childproofing, parents of multiples must outthink and outwit their children to prevent accidents and mishaps in the home. What one doesn't think of, the other will! Here are Twin-Proofing Safety Gadgets for homes with multiples.

Double Stuff: Buying and Selling Stuff for Multiples - 1/10/05
Got multiples? Then you've got "stuff" -- lots of it! Parents of twins and other multiples need at least twice as much clothing, equipment and supplies for their little darlings. One way to save a buck, or cash in, is to buy secondhand stuff and then resell it when its outlived its usefulness. Here are some tips for buying and selling secondhand items for your babies.