Tips & Advice – Breastfeeding Twins

Managing Solo: Juggling Multiples Alone

In the early days, we hope you have some extra help around the house. Your partner, mom, or postpartum doula can help position babies for breastfeeding, and can help with burping, rocking, and of course, diaper changes. But chances are, at some point you’ll need to manage both babies by yourself.

Breastfeeding Nutrition: Eating for Three

While you were pregnant, you probably paid attention to what you ate – maybe ensuring that you didn’t go too long between meals or that you were getting enough protein in your diet. Once the babies are born, it’s easy to loose track of your own nutrition as you focus on feeding your new babies.…

Q & A: Preparing for Cesarean Delivery

Amber asks: I am pregnant with twins and will be having a scheduled cesarean section. I intend to exclusively breastfeed my babies. What can I do to prepare for the delivery and recovery so we get off to a good start with breastfeeding? You’re off to a great start by planning ahead! Many hospitals offer…

Tips: Managing Visitors

Newborn multiples often draw a crowd. If you haven’t experienced this already, you will. I promise. Even at home, you may have many friends and family who want to stop by for a quick – or not so quick – visit. Visitors are great if they’re also being helpful, but in the early days it’s…

Tips: Positions for Breastfeeding Twins (or more!)

My latest “Boob Group” contribution was featured in this week’s episode – a brief overview of some positioning options for Breastfeeding Twins. (The segment is near the beginning of the episode if you’d like to listen.) I couldn’t say everything there, so here’s more on the topic!