Seeking Moms in Ennis with Twins and a Newborn..

A.,
I have two older girls and a little boy who is about to be 1 but when he was born my girls felt left out and jealous, so I made it a piont to include them in bath time, feeding, changing diapers, and let them be in charge of stocking his supplies, that made them feel importent.

I also made special time for them when he was sleeping, either reading, drawing or just being silly. But the most important thing I did was give them more hugs and kiss's then ever and telling them they need to help with the baby because he was so little and he needed help becoming a little brother. So far so good, I hope this helps, good luck!!!

For the last three years, the twins have been the center of your world, and now here comes this new baby horning in on their territory! They are probably just feeling neglected (not that I'm saying you ARE neglecting them!). Is it possible for someone to come over and watch the baby for a couple of hours once a week or so, so that you can spend some one-on-one time with the twins?

Also, make sure the twins are involved in caring for the new baby. At 3, they can bring things to you, help fold baby blankets and such, sing her lullabys, play with her, help feed her. Any little thing will help them feel important.

Just keep in mind that it is a big change for them and it will take time for them to adjust. As long as you can are doing whatever you can to assure them that they are still a very important part of your life, than really all you can do is wait for them to come around. And trust me, they will eventually!

Hi A. - I'm in the same boat...I have 2 1/2 year old b/g twins and a 4 month old boy. Luckily enough the twins are not jealous of the baby but they did act out. Every weekend I have my husband or my mom watch one of the twins and the baby while I alternate taking the other twin grocery shopping or run an errand. This way, it makes the one I take out feel special. I also get them to help me with the baby...my daughter loves to help hold the bottle or rock him on his bouncy seat...with my supervision of course. I hope this helps - good luck :) R.

there are lots of wonderful books out there that talk about being a big sibling. Maybe that would help. Involve them in the baby's care as much as possible and let them know how important and helpful they are.

Stephani took my Idea.. lol I live w/my in-laws and my new baby has a 4 year old cousin that gets jealous but she loves to help me out with him. The baby gets alot of attention and the guys in the house don't have much patience for her (sigh) when she gets clingy. So I have her help me out & the baby gets the attention he needs and she feels included and I always tell her how helpful she is, and how glad I am she helps me. It seems to work pretty well.