Shop Two of Everything For the Twins
Having two babies does not mean having to spend twice the amount of money. Twins can share many items, especially when they are infants. Before you buy or register for two of everything, take note of this list of items that your babies can share:
Swings: Most infants love being in a baby swing, but they also get bored in them after awhile. I recommend purchasing a variety of items to entertain them when you are unable to hold them. Instead of buying two swings, invest in a swing, a bouncy chair, and a play gym. That way, you can switch these items when a twin gets bored of one or the other.
Baby carriers: If you are alone with your babies for much of the time, you will not use two baby carriers often enough to make buying two of them worthwhile. Most baby carriers do not allow you to strap both carriers onto your body at one time. The ones that do are typically not comfortable for either you or your babies. I found that even with my husband around, we rarely used both carriers at once since we also had a stroller with us on most outings.
Changing tables: Never mind having two side-by-side changing tables. Even if you have another adult with you at all times, it will not hurt a baby to wait the few minutes it takes for you to change his or her sibling.
Baby bathtubs: You really only need one. When your babies are small, it is easier (and safer) to bathe one baby at a time, especially when you do not have another adult to help you during bath time.
Toys: Buy several different toys rather than two of everything. Your babies will like the variety, and having one of each toy will encourage sharing.
The Twin Bassinet: Not buying two of everything will free up money to buy items that you really need. With the money you save, consider splurging on a twin bassinet. This uniquely designed bassinet has two side-by-side sleeping compartments separated by a mesh partition. This allows your babies to sleep close to each other without clobbering or rolling over each other.
When your twins get fussy, you can put both in the bassinet and gently rock them to sleep at the same time. This trick worked like magic with Faith and Hope. Although the twin bassinet costs more than a single bassinet, it typically costs less than buying two individual bassinets.
When your babies outgrow the bassinet, it converts into a large playpen that accommodates two babies better than standard-sized playpens do. To date, Graco makes the only twin bassinet on the market.
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