Are you overwhelmed with all the choices for baby gear on the market? It can be really hard to determine what you actually need. As a mom of 3, I have a big passion for baby gear, and that’s why I compiled this list of the baby items you CAN live without. The last thing you will need is more stuff in your house. Read on to ensure you only get the items you actually need for your little one. Please note, there are affiliate links in this post. Read my privacy & disclosure policy at the bottom of this page to learn more. What Makes a Baby Item Unnecessary? Several factors can render a b ..read more

So you’re having twins, congratulations! It can be quite overwhelming to prepare for the arrival of not one, but two babies. I know as a twin mom myself. One thing that you need to figure out is what to pack in your hospital bag. Generally the items are the same when compared to packing for a singleton, but which things do you need two of? To make it simple and easy for you, I have put together a twins hospital bag checklist. You can even get a free printable version of this list as well. Let’s get started reviewing everything you need to know about your hospital bag as a soon to be twin paren ..read more

Staying organized and keeping track of all the items that need get done during pregnancy is no easy task. As as mom of 3, I have been there before and it can be incredibly stressful. A pregnancy planner is a great tool expecting parents can use to understand for help understanding what and when things need to be completed. These types of planners come in many forms including printable and digital. But if you are someone that thrives using spreadsheets, then I have created the perfect tool for you. Let’s get started reviewing what you get with a pregnancy spreadsheet that can be used as a pregn ..read more

Were your twins just born preterm? This is exactly what happened to me when my newborn twins arrived at 35 weeks of pregnancy. In this article I am going to share what it was like having twins born at 35 weeks. This way you can be prepared for what to expect now that your babies made a little bit of an early arrival. Please note, there are affiliate links in this post. Read my privacy & disclosure policy at the bottom of this page to learn more. How Common Is It for Twins To Be Born at 35 Weeks? (Percentage Born This Week) 35 weeks is actually the average length of a twin pregnancy, m ..read more

What do you need to complete in your third trimester of pregnancy? Once you reach the third trimester, you are in the home stretch and there are a lot of things to get checked off your list before your baby arrives. As a mom of 3 (including being a mom to twins), I have been there. That’s why I thought it would be very helpful to create a third trimester checklist for expecting parents. This will help you know exactly what to do to prepare for the arrival of your little one. So, let’s get started reviewing all the items you will want to complete in your third trimester! Please note, there are ..read more

After going through a difficult nine months of pregnancy, unfortunately life does not necessarily become easier after your baby is born. You will have new challenges to face after birth. As a mom of 3, including twins, I know how hard it is when caring for newborns. They require almost around the clock care. That’s why I thought it would be helpful to answer these questions: How is long the newborn stage? When does the newborn phase end? Additionally, I will also share what to expect with a newborn at home and tips for surviving this phase of your child’s life. Please note, there are affilia ..read more

If you are expecting or currently have twin babies, one of the common questions twin parents ask is: How to carry twins at the same time? As a twin mom myself, this was one of the big questions I had during my twin pregnancy as well. The reality is you can plan all you want, but you will end up figuring out the best way to handle carrying your twins when you are alone once they arrive. Below I am sharing the multiple different ways you can handle carrying twins at the same time and how to pick them up at the same time. Finally, I will also share a list of all the double baby carriers availab ..read more

When you have a baby, diaper leaks (especially at nighttime) are a common problem. As a mom of 3, I have dealt with my fair share of diaper leaks when my children were infants and toddlers. The biggest issues I encountered were diapers leaking overnight and also when my children were in between diaper sizes. After struggling with extra laundry for years, I was very interested when I heard about Sposie booster pads. These ingenious pads are the perfect diaper supplement for children who routinely have diaper leaks. Below you will learn how to use Sposie pads and my personal thoughts on why thes ..read more

Space-saving baby swings are ideal for parents in small homes. If you are limited on space, but still would like a swing for your infant a small baby swing is just what you need. And even if you do have a lot of space, traditional baby swings take up a lot of room. You might want to invest in a small one anyway for the sake of efficiency. This is what I chose to do as a mom of 3 based on the advice of my friends who already had kids, and it was great advice! Having a space-saving swing was ideal, and that is why I have put together my personal list of the the best baby swings for small spaces ..read more

In the vast land of baby products said to induce a peaceful night sleep, light projectors have skyrocketed to the top of the “it” list. They are being touted as the next best thing to get babies to fall asleep and stay asleep. But are they really all that? In this article we will answer the question: Do light projectors help babies sleep? If you are wondering if it’s worth investing in a light projector for your baby or toddler, you have come to the right place! As a mom of 3, including twins, I have personal experience in this area. So let’s dive in, to help you make an informed choice on w ..read more