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Enough snuggles?

MissMarneeMissMarnee member
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The hardest thing about having our girls is feeling as though I don't spend enough time snuggling them the way I think I would if I had a singleton. There just isn't enough time in the day! Because we have them on the same schedule, I feel almost like we're too institutional about putting gals down for naps or bedtime--don't get me wrong, we always read them books separately before both, etc, but when I talk to my singleton friends, I usually end up feeling like a monster. Our girls are very happy smiley ladies, my husband says that's evidence we're doing enough, but I am second guessing myself. We're surviving, but is surviving enough???
...Anyone else in the same boat or have any tips?
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Re: Enough snuggles?

  • YlvelillYlvelill member
    Sounds like you are doing your best :) keeping them on a schedule is gonna help your sanity which in turn will help them.

    I hope when my twins come I will keep it together as well as you are!
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  • karah4816karah4816 member
    I'm right there with you. My twins are a month old and I never feel like either of them get enough attention

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  • raraavis28raraavis28 member
    I'd say if your babies are "smiley and happy" you are more than just surviving. Having multiples is a different world; you really can't compare yourself to moms of singletons. Structure and healthy sleep habits are important for babies as well as keeping you sane. It sounds like you're doing a great job. :)
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  • LottaLattesLottaLattes member
    It is a fairly modern concept to spend hours snuggling a singleton. Most people had to do things like take care of the land so they weren't able to do it, just part of life. This same feeling also happens when you have a second singleton. Your twins will be just fine, you sound like you are being attentive and loving. Happy babies are happy babies, try to not compare yourself to other moms, whether twins or not!
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  • MissMarneeMissMarnee member
    Thanks, ladies, for your kind words--it's so easy to lose perspective sometimes... : )
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  • mrs_chewiemrs_chewie member
    I felt the same as you at first, still do but I think as long as you are there when you need them most, then you are doing the right thing. They are happy, which means they know they are loved and safe.
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