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Comment on First 9 Months Sleep Advice by EmaLea

EmaLea — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:41:59 +0000

I went to a seminar called "Life with Multiples" (I have twins) and the speaker had triplets. Her BEST advice: GET HELP and lots of it. She said to take out a personal loan for paid help if you have to - b/c of course, it can get pricey. After having talked to many parents of multiples, the one regret they all had was not being able to enjoy their babies when they were small. Its A LOT of work, believe me.. esp in the first few months.
I took her advice and hired someone initially (esp. b/c husband is away at work a lot). We did anything we could to save money (w/o going insane) to afford help. The girls wear hand me downs, we cut cable etc. Oh and if you can BREASTFEED (as long as you can - pump if you have to - I did that one too) - add up the $ for formula…it’s insane. Its not the best reason to b/f but its real. It’s seriously exhausting work - my husband and I are in serious discussions about getting help again.
Other advice: get them on a schedule ASAP- we’re talking as soon as they get home from the hospital. Don’t rock to sleep (paying for THAT one right now - ha ha) One experienced mom of twins and 2 singletons told me that the lack of sleep is 200% harder with mulitples. But the "terrible twos" are easier (I REALLY hope so).
Keep in mind that lots of advice that apply to singletons, don’t apply to multiples.
Don’t listent to friends that say "oh I have kids that are 11 mos. apart - thats like having twins or triplets" - It’s not. Very different, although I’m sure difficult in it’s own way.
Lastly, try to relax - I’m sure they’ll later get a kick out of hearing about some of the crazier moments which brought tears and frustration.
Congrats hun - it can get hairy at times but I think the rewards are so much sweeter! x
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me and my Lo’s

Comment on First 9 Months Sleep Advice by 3/21-Princesses born

3/21-Princesses born — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:39:59 +0000

I also have 4 week old twins.Their is only so much you can do.All I can say is get help.After a feeding let someone take over and try to sleep for a couple of hours.Hopefully they will sleep through the night soon and you can get more rest.I know it is ROUGH.Congrats though!
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Comment on First 9 Months Sleep Advice by Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:37:59 +0000

I have no suggestions but when you figure it out, please let me know lol. I am 11 weeks pregnant with twins now. I would say try to get them on the same schedule but thats very difficult and time consuming.
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Comment on First 9 Months Sleep Advice by Happy2day

Happy2day — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:35:28 +0000

Anyone with Twins have sleeping, feeding advice to survive these first few months?
I have have 4 week old twins, I am breastfeeding - but completely exhausted. Help…

Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by Mark M

Mark M — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:30:59 +0000

Knives, hatchets, saws, multiple-tools, etc. are fine in checked baggage, as long as they are packed in a safe and secure manner. Fuel, matches, lighters, flares and other combustable or pyrotechnics cannot fly and will have to be purchased locally at your destination.

I just pack my backpack as I would for the outing (except for the prohibited items) and stuff the whole thing with my boots in a rolling duffle bag and secure that with a TSA-approved lock and check it as luggage. I’ve never had a problem. Most of my friends do the same, although some prefer to wrap their pack in heavy plastic stretch wrap like they use to secure boxes to a pallet for shipping.

I bring my camera bag and extra clothing and stuff for the pre/post camping part of my trip in a 20" wheelie bag as carry-on and stick that in the overhead. A small laptop bag with the laptop, iPhone, reading materials and in-flight conveniences also comes on-board and stays under my seat.

I’ve shipped stuff ahead in the past but it’s very expensive and troublesome to deal with logistically. Even if you get charged $50 for checked luggage that’s cheaper, easier and more reliable.
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Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by lizincali

lizincali — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:03:59 +0000

if you fly with your gear and have a utility knife you’ll either need to ship that ahead or check your baggage. Any fuel you have needs to either be ground shipped only or purchased at your destination.
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Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by Mark M

Mark M — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:56:59 +0000

Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by lizincali

lizincali — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:29:59 +0000

Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by campaholicone2000

campaholicone2000 — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:28:59 +0000

Actually, you can rent gear at any REI store - and pretty cheaply. I would think that in the Rockies there would be numerous small mom & pop outfitters that would rent as well. Google the area you’re hoping to head to, find a pinpoint on the Google map, and click on the "Search Nearby" link and look for a store that might be able to help or offer local advice.

Shipping is fine too - I’d find a Kinko’s store (they are part of FedEx now) near your destination airport, and see if they’ll hold a box or two for you. For the $15-20 fee for checked bags, that may be cheaper / easier. The only thing you’d need to ship ground would be fuel canisters - or pick them up when you get to your destination.
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Comment on How to ship camping gear from home when flying? by campaholicone2000

campaholicone2000 — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:05:59 +0000