Pamela's Twins & Multiples Blog January 2006 Archive

Hot Topic: Telling Twins Apart
How do you tell your twins apart? Do you ever get them mixed up? What tricks do you use to keep things straight? Parents of identical twins are talking about ... Read More

Monday January 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Why Did I Have Twins/Multiples?
I frequently get emails asking "How can I have twins?" In fact, one of the most popular articles on this site is my listing of Top Ten Ways to Increase ... Read More

Friday January 27, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Twins of the Week
Meet this week's twins, Alexandria and Nicole. They are fraternal twins. They are just one of many sets of multiples in the Photo Gallery.

Wednesday January 25, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Poll: Diaper Dilemma
It used to be that there was one option for diapering babies: cloth diapers. Then disposable diapers offered a quicker, cleaner alternative. However, some parents are opposed to the costs ... Read More

Monday January 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Wishing You Well: Tips for Staying Healthy
Achoo! Cold and flu season is upon us. (As if you hadn't noticed all the coughing and sniffling going on around you.) With twins -- or more -- there are ... Read More

Friday January 20, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Incredibles Mom, Holly Hunter, Gives Birth to Twins
Actress Holly Hunter, known as the voice of supermom Helen Parr in the movie "The Incredibles" gave birth to twins, according to People magazine on Tuesday. The Oscar-winning actress is ... Read More

Thursday January 19, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Twins of the Week
Meet the twins of the week! This picture of Taylor and Chloe was taken when they were fourteen-months old, playing in the snow for the first time. Meet them and ... Read More

Wednesday January 18, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Join the Discussion: Preemie Development
When your babies are born weeks, or even months, before their due date, there may be some delays in their development as infants. What can you expect from preemies? Will ... Read More

Monday January 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Winter Weather? Have Fun Indoors With Your Multiples
When winter weather leaves families cooped up inside the house, parents are challenged to find ways to keep their twins and multiples occupied and entertained. Here are some ideas for ... Read More

Thursday January 12, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Twins of the Week
Meet the twins of the week! They are six-month-old Collin and Morgan and they are fraternal twins. Meet them and other multiples in the Photo Gallery.

Wednesday January 11, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Parent's Poll: Married with Multiples
Having twins or higher order multiples can put a big strain on a marriage. This poll examines the impact of multiples on marriage -- does it draw couples together or ... Read More

Monday January 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Co-Sleeping: Does a Family Bed Work When You Have Multiples?
Co-sleeping, or sharing a bed with your babies, is a controversial topic in parenting circles. Is it the secret to getting more shut-eye when you have twins or multiples? Or ... Read More

Friday January 6, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Twins of the Week
We're off and running! Xavier and Edwina are thirteen-month-old fraternal twins. Meet them and other multiples in the Photo Gallery.

Wednesday January 4, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Hot Topic: Do we need to take a birthing class?
Childbirth education classes have become a traditional part of pregnancy. Mothers with roly poly bellies join with their partner in practicing funny "hee hee haa haa" breathing techniques and dreamily ... Read More

Monday January 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)