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hitting the wall of fear
Like most MoMs to be I've gone back and forth between excitement and terror at the idea of twins.
But now, realizing I have less then 11 weeks left I'm in the straight up fear phase! The first three months were so hard with DD, DH and I didn't sleep, there was bickering constantly. I can't imagine 2 babies plus being with it enough for her-and not taking out impatience on her.
Never mind the fact that we don't know when they'll actually get here, I like to know what's coming somewhat! I don't mind having to have plan A, B, C, etc but I feel like I have no idea what's coming next-they could be here in a few weeks or a couple months.
I know everyone does it and survives, so are there any tips and tricks you have to make it?
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Re: hitting the wall of fear
im a little over 33 weeks today and i am back to more terrifed with a little excitement mixed in. it is SO hard when you've already got one at home. my son just turned 3, not even close to being potty trained and i dont even care anymore. he is so stubborn with it, he's just not ready. so i guess it will be easier now if he is in his diaper for 4-6 hours unless he goes #2, idk.
my anxiety lessened some once we got things organized. clothes washed, neccessities (like pack n plays, wash clothes, extra changing pads, swings, carseats, etc) ready to go. we've also got some diapers and have set up changing "stations", one upstairs and one downstairs.
lol, now im thinking of a few more things i have to do!
I don't have another child at home, but I'm 35 weeks and I wish I knew when they were coming as I am a big planner. This weekend dh put the car seat bases in the car, rearranged our bedroom to make room for a p'n'p and set up the p'n'p. I am afraid of the delivery and having the patience to deal with 2 newborns as I don't have much experience with babies.
I had a similar day yesterday. Just totally overwhelmed and having lots of anxiety. We actually crossed a lot of things of our list, (carseats, stroller, and swings set up, more daycares found to call) and I have already washed and organized all of the clothes/blankets/etc, but it never seems to be enough.
The big things weighing on me are the daycare/nanny situation, money (or lack thereof), breastfeeding, and mostly being nervous about how to handle the first 3 months mentally and physically. I know we will get through it, but I am scared.
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this is my thing. The cribs are ready, After a shower this weekend I'll wash the nb and preemie clothes, but they're in the dresser right now. The nursery is set, car seats have been tested (pretty much) for arranging in the car. I'm prepared with most of the stuff. Names are still not decided on though, but it's the great unknown about the babies actually being here that is the most nervewrecking.
this is my thing. The cribs are ready, After a shower this weekend I'll wash the nb and preemie clothes, but they're in the dresser right now. The nursery is set, car seats have been tested (pretty much) for arranging in the car. I'm prepared with most of the stuff. Names are still not decided on though, but it's the great unknown about the babies actually being here that is the most nervewrecking.
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