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What is Zygosity?

Before you had multiples, you'd probably never heard the term zygosity outside of a biology class. Now it's an important question you have to answer about your children. What is it and why do you need to know?

Mono, Di and Why
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Happy Valentine's Day! 10 Things I Love About Having Twins

Tuesday February 14, 2012

Happy Valentine's Day! It's a day to share the love, so I'm sharing these Ten Things I Love About Having Twins. What about you? You get a chance to share also. What do you love?  Is the double dose of hugs and kisses? The chance to buy matching outfits? Or the fun of watching your twins share special moments and secret snuggles?

As much as I love having multiples, I also love my sweetheart, the one that shares this parenting gig with me.... my husband. He makes it all more magical. Here's wishing your family a Happy Valentine's Day.

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Parent's Poll: Age of Twins

Monday February 13, 2012

I am always curious about who is visiting my site. Who are you? How old are your twins or multiples? What are you looking for? What do you want to read about? Take a moment to answer this week's Parent's Poll about the age of your twins, and help me target this site to your needs.

After you answer the poll, leave a comment to share more details about your family.

Packing a Diaper Bag for Twins

Thursday February 9, 2012
diaper bag for twins

What do you pack in a diaper bag when you have twins? Getting out and about with baby twins is no easy feat! That's why it is so important to carefully pack a diaper bag with essentials, without overloading yourself. After all, you only have two hands, and they are already full of babies! Yet, you don't want to get caught unprepared. Here's a list of must-have items for your diaper bag. Don't leave home without them! With a well-stocked bag, you'll be prepared for every eventuality.
More Resources:
• Diaper Bags for Twins
• Prepare the Gear and Yourself
• What's In Your Bag?

Twins of the Week: Skyles and Cruz

Wednesday February 8, 2012

Skyles and Cruz

Photo reprinted with permisison of Nora.

Skyles and Cruz are the twins of the week! The boys are nine years old and are funny, energetic kids. Click to learn more about them.

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