When planning for your twins, you will often ask: “do we need to buy two of this or just one?” In the 9th episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast, I discuss when to buy double when preparing for your twins.

Show Notes

I start with a question from a father of twins who wanted to know how to get his twins back to sleep when they wake up in the middle of the night without having to stay with them.

Recommended books for helping your twins sleep through the night and form good sleep habits:

• The Sleep Lady’s Good Night, Sleep Tight
• Secrets of the Baby Whisperer
• Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Twins

Listen to the podcast to see when you should buy double and when you can get by with just one of something for your twins.

• How to plan for two
• When to stagger purchases to stretch out your budget
• Why you can get by with one item in the beginning but not forever

The main part of this podcast was inspired by my blog posts Having Twins Doesn’t Mean You Need Double of Everything and Twins Don’t Need Two of Every Toy.

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The first year with twins is a big challenge. In the 8th episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast, I discuss why the first year with twins will put you in a constant foggy haze and what you can do to survive.

Show Notes

I start with a question from a couple who wanted to know when (at how many weeks) they should expect their twins to be delivered.

Listen to the podcast to see what how you can overcome the challenges of a foggy and mind-numbing first year with twins.

• What factors make the first year so hard
• Specific things to look for that may make your first year even harder
• What you can do to improve your quality of life
• Preparations you can put in place to reduce the impact of the foggy first year with twins

The main part of this podcast was inspired by my blog post How to Overcome the Foggy First Year with Twins.

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Surviving all those doctor visits with infant twins is a challenge. In this seventh episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast, I discuss how to best handle those well-baby checkups with your twins.

Show Notes

I start with a question from Ben on how to get both twins (by himself) from his condo into the car without leaving one alone outside.

Listen to the podcast to see how to best handle well-baby checkups with your twins.

• What to expect from all those frequent doctor visits with infant twins
• Why you need more than one adult to go with the babies to the doctor’s office
• Why you can’t rely on the doctor and nursing staff to help with the twins
• Waiting time at the doctor’s office is when you most need help with the twins
• The hidden benefit of having both parents at the well baby checkup

The main part of this podcast was inspired by my blog post How to Survive a Well Baby Checkup with Twins.

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You are a celebrity with twins! In this sixth episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast, I discuss why twins make you so popular when you are out in public and what to expect from your fans.

Show Notes

I start with a follow up on episode 3 about diapers. I did some research on the costs of cloth diapers and what it means for you and your twins.

Listen to the podcast to see what you’ll experience when go out in public with your twins.

• What people say to you about your twins
• How others react when they see you in public with your twins
• How to fend off your admiring fans
• What to enjoy about all the attention

The main part of this podcast was inspired by my blog post 7 Ways Infant Twins Are Fun to Take Out In Public.

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Taking paternity leave when your twins are born can have some complex decisions. In this fifth episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast, I discuss when you should take your paternity leave with twins and how to structure your time off from work.

Show Notes

I start with a listener question: Do your twins’ cribs need to be right next to each other?

Listen to the podcast to help decide how to get the most out of your paternity leave when your twins are born:

• What FMLA means for your paternity leave
• Key employer considerations for paternity leave
• When you should take your leave
• Dealing with late stage twin pregnancy issues without taking leave
• How to handle work when twins are born
• Why you don’t need to be the only helper
• Ways to be creative with your paternity leave to maximize the benefit for your family

The main part of this podcast was inspired by my blog post When a Twin Dad Should Take Paternity Leave From Work.

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Welcome to the fourth episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast. Today I discuss how your twins will fit into your current home and if you need to move to a bigger house.

Show Notes

This podcast was inspired by my blog post Why you don’t need a bigger house for twins.

Listen to the podcast to help decide if you need to move or upgrade your home size when you find out you’re having twins:

• Why you shouldn’t move when you’re expecting twins
• How you can make your current home work even after the birth of twins
• Where to have your twins sleep in your current home
• What other siblings mean to your living arrangements

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Welcome to the third episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast. Today I discuss how many diapers your twins will need and what that means to you.

Show Notes

This podcast was inspired by my blog post How many diapers do you need for twins?.

Listen to the podcast to hear insights into the reality of diapering your twins, including:

• The quantity of diapers your twins will need
• How diaper usage changes over time
• What to do with those dirty diapers

Things mentioned in this podcast:

• Costco
• Sam’s Club
• Diaper Genie
• The Dad’s Guide to Twins book

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Welcome to the second episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast. Today I discuss whether you should keep your newborn twins on the same schedule.

Show Notes

This podcast was inspired by my blog post Should Twins be on the Same Schedule?.

Listen to the podcast to hear insights into keeping your twins on the same schedule including:

• Challenges to maintaining a schedule
• The difference between daytime and nighttime schedules
• How extra helping hands can impact your twins’ schedule

Things mentioned in this podcast:

• Secrets of the Baby Whisperer by Tracy Hogg
• The Dad’s Guide to Twins book

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This is the first episode of the Dad’s Guide to Twins podcast. I’m excited to bring you tips and tricks on having and raising twins via a new podcast.

Show Notes

In this inaugural episode, I discuss essential tips for naming your twins.

This podcast was inspired by my blog post on how to name your twins.

Listen to the podcast to hear important tips for naming your twins, including:

• The long term implications of your twins’ names
• Valuing each of your twins as unique individuals
• Naming patterns to avoid with your twins
• Where to seek inspiration for twin names
• The ultimate twin name check you’ll need to use

Sites mentioned in this podcast:

• how-to-choose-baby-names.com
• Social Security Administration’s list of popular twin names
• The Dad’s Guide to Twins book

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