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Coping with CryingMar 12 2008 Tips for New Parents of Twins, Triplets or MoreExcerpted from The Everything Twins, Triplets and More Book by Pamela P. Fierro (Adams Media, 2005) Crying is CommunicatingNewborn babies are a feast for the senses: the sight of ten perfect tiny toes, the smell of their tender skin, the silky softness of their down hair. One of the great joys of having multiples is being able to revel in these glorious sensations. However, the sound of multiple newborns is not always quite so pleasant for parents. Newborn babies cry, and when you have multiples, it can sound like a never-ending cacophony.
Coping with CryingCrying is a part of life when you're caring for babies. Unfortunately, it can also become a source of frustration. As a parent, you want so badly to be able to soothe and comfort your children, and inconsolable crying may feel like a failure of that goal. When the crying becomes overwhelming, its vital that you take steps to avoid losing control. There will be times when all the babies are crying at the same time, and you simply arent able to stop it. When that happens, try one of these coping strategies.
Above all, keep a sense of humor. In a few years, this will be a funny memory of life with multiples! Reprinted with permission. Copyright 2005, F+W Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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