7 Ways Infant Twins Are Fun to Take Out In Public
While it may feel like infant twins keep you stuck at home every day, the reality is that when you … Read more
Dad’s Thoughts
The journey of raising twins is as much a mental and emotional transition as it is a physical one. Beyond the gear lists and the feeding schedules lies the actual experience of becoming and being a father of multiples.
In this section, Joe Rawlinson shares personal reflections, honest observations, and the unfiltered side of twin fatherhood. These articles go beyond tactical advice to explore the mindset shift required to lead a family of multiples. Whether discussing the psychological impact of the twin blur, finding your identity outside of being “the twin dad,” or simply sharing a humorous look at the chaos of daily life, these thoughts offer a relatable perspective for every man walking this path.
Key themes explored in this section include:
Personal reflections on the highs and lows of the twin journey
Maintaining your marriage and personal identity amidst the chaos
Honest takes on the mental load of raising multiples
Observations on the unique social dynamics of having twins
Encouragement and motivation for the long-haul of twin parenting
↓ Read the most recent articles below ↓
4 Reasons Infant Twins Keep You Stuck at Home
I talked to a friend who had twins recently and asked her what surprised her the most about having twins. … Read more
My Favorite Expectant Twin Dad Tip: Get Helpers
I’m often asked what advice I’d give parents expecting twins. My answer is always this: get helpers. We got this … Read more
How to Overcome Nervousness of Holding/Handling Twins
On my post about 8 Things Every Dad Feels When He Learns He is Having Twins, Paul left a comment … Read more
How to Tell Identical Twins Apart on a Phone Call
I reached a milestone recently where I can actually tell my toddler twins apart when I talk to them on … Read more
Nigerian Twins Legend (Which twin is really the oldest?)
Technically, culture aside, the time of birth indicates which twin is older. The first born is the oldest. However, according … Read more
Things I Didn’t Expect with Twins
There have been some aspects of raising twins that are par for the course and pretty similar to our experience … Read more
How Twin Dads Should Respond to If You Need Any Help Comments
Once your friends and family find out you’re having twins, you’ll be bombarded with congratulations and many “If you need … Read more
The Secret to Doing Anything with Twins
You’ll probably hear incredulous comments from non-twin parents like, “How do you do it?” Well, as with anything in life, … Read more
New Year’s Resolutions for the Twin Dad
The new year is upon us and as is tradition, it is time to set some goals. Your goals this … Read more
8 Things Every Dad Feels When He Learns He is Having Twins
When you find out that you are having twins, you will experience a range of emotions. Be prepared for this … Read more
The Exact Number of Kids that are Easy to Care For
With twins, you feel like you are always busy, always have your hands full, and never seem to get a … Read more