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How to Help and Support a Mom of Multiples

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I’m a mom of multiples (twins, to be specific!). Thus, it’s of no surprise that supporting moms of multiples is a cause near and dear to my heart. I want to help as many moms as possible, especially moms of multiples. 

Recently, I published a post on how to support new moms in general. This post builds on that list. I highly suggest doing as much as you can from that post and then adding what you learn from this post. 

Let’s get started!

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Breastmilk Composition: What Is It Made Of?

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Breastmilk is nothing short of incredible. Researchers have found that breastmilk has more than 200 components, some of which they have yet to discover what they do.

As a complete option for baby, breastmilk contains everything your newborn baby needs.

Further, breastmilk is not constant—it changes according to the day, night, age of baby, season, and breastfeeding pattern. Simply put, breastmilk adapts on a complex biological level. 

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Waiting and Ready for PPD: Anna’s Story

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I knew that I was at higher risk of Postpartum Depression (PPD) after having my twins due to experiencing infertility and have multiples. My husband and I were watching for signs of it.

When I went into my 6-week postpartum visit, I wasn’t assessed for PPD; I wasn’t given the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to determine how I was feeling and how I was doing mentally. At that time, I felt “ok.” I felt overwhelmed and over touched, but I was sure that it was just because I had two newborns and a 2-year-old.

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Breastfeeding Tips for Taking Care of a Toddler & a Newborn

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Making the jump from one kid to two kids (or one to three like I did) can be daunting. You may ask yourself: how am I going to do this? This question may especially arise if you’re planning to breastfeed. Let’s face it. Breastfeeding requires us to slow down a bit (most of the time, for the better). However, that can be worrisome if you have an older child that needs you and your attention. 

I want to empower you so that you feel more than capable of breastfeeding and tending to your older child, which is why I’m sharing tips on how to help both you and your older child navigate this new stage of motherhood you’re about to enter.

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