by kristiA » Tue Jan 30, 2007 4:53 pm
Hi Em. My twins are 4 months. One thing I discovered is that I only needed 1 bouncy seat, swing, gymnini (floor play thing), etc. It's unnecessary to have 2 of each as they take turns sitting in each. I returned several items like that.
This may be a personal thing, but I also realized that I didn't need a million clothing outfits. I still have several 0-3 month old items that have never been worn. I ended up with favorite items, plus you do laundry every other day anyway. Also, same with blankets, hooded towels, baby was cloths, extra sheets, etc. I have several I've never used.
I still have the boys in my bedroom in the play-yard thing to sleep. That was a wonderful purchase. Same with the double stroller. And I have a huge rocking chair, papa-san style, so I can rock the boys and breastfeed them at the same time. The rocking chair was my lifesaver because the 3 of us can fit on it.
I breastfeed, but also supplement with formula. I signed up with Similac & Efamil and continously receive free samples & $5 off coupons. I've never paid full price for them. Same with diapers...use coupons.
I have yet to use my full size diaper bag...that was a waste of money for me. I use a small $15 diaper bag that fits everything I need in it and is smaller and fits under the double stroller.
That's all I can think of right now, but feel free to ask me anything else you can think of. And good luck!!
Kristi
ME 36,
DH 49
TTC 10 years
5 Failed IUI's
1st IVF Feb 2006 - TWIN BOYS Tyler & Brady born 9/30/06
