Issues Faced By Families With Twins and Multiples

A mother of twins describes how her fair and equal approach to parenting twins backfired.

Are twins double trouble? Parents of twins hear the phrase double trouble to describe twins, but is double trouble an accurate way to describe twins?

Parents of twins examine the differences between parenting twins and multiples and parenting singleton children.

Advice for parents of twins and multiples for helping their twins develop friendships with other children.

When mom is pregnant with twins or multiples, siblings may require some preparation before the babies arrive. These tips for parents of multiples will help families prepare siblings for the birth of twins.

Some parents of multiples feel a preference towards one twin over the other, a "favorite" twin. Learn how to cope with these feelings and manage the dynamic within families with twins.

Readers submit their tips for telling twins apart. Suggestions from readers for telling apart identical twins.

Parents of twins are constantly being asked "How do you tell them apart?" As multiples get older, it becomes important for caregivers, teachers and classmates to be able to identify each child. Here are some strategies to help non-family members distinguish between them.

Twins have heard it all. People are always saying the same statements and comments, and asking the same questions. It can get quite annoying after awhile. People may think they are being original and funny, but chances are, twins have heard it before. Here are ten things that twins hate to hear.

Readers share things they love about having twins.

A mother of twins describes the sibling rivalry between her twin girls.

Parents of twins and multiples may have to answer sensitve questions about the origin of their conception.

From celebrating birthdays to curtailing competition, families with twins, triplets or more face some unique challenges. These articles offer advice and inspiration to guide you on your parenting journey.

Do twins have a sense of entitlement due to their status as multiples. A parent of twins evaluates what happens when twins compete against each other and face disapointment

Tips for Parents of twins and multiples for teaching children about stranger danger and preventing child abduction of twins and multiples.

Parents of twins and multiples may feel conflicted when one twin is invited to an event and the other isn't. These tips will help parents of twins deal with their twins' disappointment.

Having twins or multiples may impact the marriage of parents of multiples. These tips and suggestions are for parents of multiples who wish to maintain their marriage after having twins or multiples.

Suggestions for parents of multiples who are striving to spend more time with their individual twins, triplets or other multiples.

Guidelines for parents of twins and multiples in deciding how and when their twins, triplets or more should watch television, including tv for babies.

Most multiples have a pretty close bond -- it's one of the advantages of being a twin. Same-age siblings provide a constant source of companionship, entertainment and friendship But sometimes, having a built-in buddy can also be a source of frustration for multiples.

Happy Birthday to You... and you too! The first thing that multiples share is their birthday. Make each milestone a memorable and happy event for everyone.

Do you play the match game with your multiples? Dressing children alike is cute, fun and easy on parents. But is it harmful to their sense of individuality?

Do you give each of your multiples enough individual attention? Try these suggestions for carving out more time together.

Parents of multiples are always being encouraged to develop their twins' individuality. Frankly, I think that most twins take care of that on their own as they grow up, but there are some ways that parents can help their kids along the way. Check out these Ten Tips for Encouraging Individuality in Twins/Multiples.

These tips for getting it done when you have twins, triplets or other multiples are designed to busy help parents of multiples stay organized and manage their responsibilities even when they are busy taking care of their twins or more.

Being a grandparent to twins, triplets or more is a unique blessing. These tips will help grandparents of twins or multiples enhance their relationship with their grandchildren and offer beneficial assistance to their children, the parents of the twins, triplets or higher order multiples.

Wherever they go, multiples attract a lot of attention. The stares, comments and questions from stranges can make parents feel like celebrities -- or annoyed and insulted. Here are some strategies for handling the attention without losing your cool.

Raising multiples can put a strain on even the strongest marriage. Here are some tips for strengthening the relationship by meeting each other's basic needs.

Parents of twins, triplets and other multiples often wonder whether their twins or more should share a bedroom, or when they should transition into separate bedrooms.

Many parents wonder how they will take care of multiples when they have other young children at home. How will they to provide for so many lives? Preparation for the parents and the children at home is essential in providing a smooth transition. Here are tips to assist your family both before and after the arrival of multiples.

Parents of twins are used to being asked stupid questions about twins.

How do you celebrate birthdays with twins? Readers share their stories about celebrating birthdays and the birthday parties and traditions with their twins.

Parents of twins love having twins. These are some of the things that a parent of twins loves about having twins.

Are twins treated differently than other children simply because they are multiples? Find out if twin discrimination exists, and how it might impact your children.

Are your multiples afflicted with Twin Escalation Syndrome? Though it's the children that exhibit the symptoms, it is the parents who suffer the effects. Find out what causes this condition and what families with multiples can do to reduce flare-ups.

An interview with ten-year-old twins, who discuss some of the issues of being twins and describe what it's like to be twins.

What happens when twins don't get along? Find out what this family did to resolve rivalry and restore the peace. Here are strategies for coping with competition.

There are many aspects of raising multiples that can never be synchronized. This article examines ways to handle issues raised by differences in multilple's ability levels and physical development.

Dr. Phil (McGraw) talked to twins on his talk show. He helps four sets of identical twins identify and overcome the problems in their unique relationship.

Examine the power of this special bond. Learn how grandparents can play an important role in the lives of multiples.

Members of the twins-L mailing list offer their advice on preserving the marriage bond when multiples join the family. Find suggestions on childcare, working as a team, and overcoming frustration.

After having twins or more, will having a singleton prove to be a breeze? Here are tips for parents of twins or multiples who are facing another pregnancy.

Parents of identical twins often worry about how to tell twins apart. Try these strategies for telling twins apart.