Newborns were a walk in the park.

MrsARC1105

Granted I didnt have any major issues to deal, like bad reflux or colic, when they were newborns  Yes, they are partners in crime.  They help each other push furniture so they can climb on things, like the kitchen table!  They learn from each other and follow each other.

I broke down in tears twice when they were newborns, not counting all the crying during their NICU stay.  In the last week, I have cried everyday. It is just overwhelming. 

Toddler MoMs-when does it get easier with having multiples? It is impossible for me to even take them to the playground by myself.  

Mrs. Destructo

::pulls up a chair::

 We had a lot of reflux trouble when they were newborns, and nothing beats the fear of the NICU. But OMG, this toddler business is HARD. Just getting the 3 of us through the day alive is a major feat!

Temp159135562506975

that age was the hardest with Griffin - and there was just one of him. He could do so much- but didn't understand or communicate as well as he does now - so it was hard to discipline him.  I dread having 2 that age!!!!!

for us, at least, it did get better as Griffin got older.  Now the stuff he does naughty is more about him just being defiant - saying "NO!", etc... .which is equally frustrating- but less dangerous at least!

MrsARC1105

Yes, keeping them alive is the major goal of the day.  My house is a mess because it is impossible to clean with them, we cant go burn off energy at the zoo or park because they go in different directions. They want out of the stroller, etc,etc. 

I am on the verge of tears just typing this. My husband finally had a taste of it today and he couldnt believe it. 

luvmagoldn

Yep...I remember it well.  Things will get better as they get a little older but I remember that one year and change stage to be very difficult.  I never went anywhere by myself unless I was sure I could keep them in the stroller (short trips to the mall or grocery story). 

Now I will tell you, we had an aupair at that time and she took the boys outside to play and/or to the playground almost every day.  I'm not exactly sure how she did it but she managed.   She never complained about it being difficult or of them running in different directions.  She was also 24 though so she had a lot more energy than I did!

Every stage is difficult in its own way.  Now that my guys are 2.5 I try to keep them from killing each other.  They are laughing and playing together one minute then screaming and hitting each other the next.  This stage, so far, is trying my patience the most.  I've cried a few times out of exasperation/exhaustion.  To be fair though, I've got a baby in the mix as well so that might be what throws me over the edge some days.

Hang in there.  This too shall pass.

 

MrsARC1105

Yeah with the increased physical developments, communication isnt a focus. I can say "No" until I am blue in the face, and they will just laugh 

The thought of going without a stroller is liberating and scary at the same time. 

 

lami22005

It's just started being doable with me and the twins, but with a lot of careful thought and planning.