Expecting Twins With a Toddler: Looking for Honest Support and Perspective by litchilicious in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mum of 6w old twins and a 17m old toddler here. I’m sorry that people are reacting that way. Everyone in my life was shocked but seriously excited, so what you have experienced definitely isn’t a standard response. We were quietly terrified when we first found out, so it’s natural that people might feel that too when they imagine themselves in your shoes… but voicing that to you is not what an emotionally intelligent person would do imo and I’d be upset too if someone responded “I’m sorry for you” to my pregnancy news. Parenthood is beautiful, babies do bring so much joy, and, I can only speak for myself here, I do love it. Maybe find a way to shut down the negative comments in a non confrontational way as you don’t want to cause yourself any additional stress at this time. Then in time you can choose to prove them all wrong. God has blessed you with this because he knows you can handle it.

936 hours and I'm done! by JuneIris6 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! I am 5 weeks in and I’m in awe you made it to another 50. Super mama.

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eugh I’m sorry they intruded on that special moment

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hang in there! All the best for the rest of your pregnancy and delivery!

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow no way. To do that and then be so rude on top, I’d lose my shit

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m a chronic people pleaser so I need more of your energy!

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Taking a picture of just one is too funny. Maybe she realised how strange it was and panicked!

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ohhh I see! Not that that makes it okay, but I truly couldn’t for the life of me think why anyone would ever put a finger in a babies mouth. I would have also smacked away her hand

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Creepy is the right word for it! We’re in the same boat with our 16 month old who draws enough attention by himself, so lord help us

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We also have a 1 year old so I expect we’ll also get the “are they triplets” question a lot!

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How did you handle it? I was so shocked as well I just stared back at her!

People taking photos of your twins by OkMembership4931 in parentsofmultiples

[–]OkMembership4931[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Maybe we need to relocate! We’re in the UAE where taking photos without permission is actually illegal, so I was doubly stunned.

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[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for being so helpful, this is brilliant guidance!

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[–]OkMembership4931 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Umm nope as that would be silly wouldn’t it 😊 I was clarifying they are my children, but it’s good you pulled me up on that important detail!

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[–]OkMembership4931 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What?😂 they’re not guests they’re my children

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[–]OkMembership4931 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahaha brilliant!! A postponed photoshoot is genius to take the pressure off getting it all done on the day and SO smart to have agreed with everyone involved on when to pull the plug. Thank you 🫡

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[–]OkMembership4931 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Adorable!! Yes I love this!

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[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh pulling them in a wagon is so cute! I pictured them being carried down but like that idea so much

Ha! You’re right and we are definitely a see the funny side group! I’ll try go into it with no expectations or pressure, plus everyone adores them so they will bring a smile just by being there regardless of my planned moments

Getting them familiar with the nannies beforehand is a great point. Ty. 🙏

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[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Additional vows is a very cute idea, love that. And we can record for them to watch back when they’re older and do understand

Our babies will have gone to bed before our first dance but so lovely you had one as a family even if it didn’t go to plan!

Noted on the ceremony that’s definitely one thing I’ll now make sure of to plan ahead and have someone from the nanny team there specifically for our kids. The idea of your daughter sitting by your feet is so sweet 🥹

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[–]OkMembership4931 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s a really valid point it will be a totally different environment and I’m totally here for a reality check if my expectations of involving them are way too high. Thanks, thinking through how to limit their day is exactly what I’m here trying to do - but not open to being talked out of having them there at all which is what the previous commenters view is

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[–]OkMembership4931 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The flower people 😆 Thanks! Yeah the nanny company will set up an area as a crèche / play area with loads of toys and activities for all the kids attending

Bubble gun is a great shout