As a parent of twins, I’m pretty sure that you know the answer to the question “which twin is older?” It is, of course, the child that was born first. Should you tell your twins which twin is the oldest? One of your twins is older than the other. But should you tell them who […]
Older Twins (Ages 3+)
Common Developmental Delays in Twins
Common developmental delays in twins can make it seem like your twins aren’t progressing as you’d expect or when compared to siblings or peers. Many parents of twins worry about developmental delays in twins. As a parent, I always want to know if my kids are on track. Why? Perhaps it is because I am an […]
How to Select and Afford Day Care for Twins
One of the most frequent questions I receive is “how do we afford childcare for twins?” By its very nature, child care is expensive. When you have twins (or twins and other children) these expenses can be unbearable. Let’s walk through some options, potential costs, and how you can navigate through the financial burdens of […]
Twin Identity Crisis at School
Last month my girls had an open house at school. It was a standard evening where we could meet the teachers, see their classrooms, and experience what the kids see each day. While I was walking down the hall with one of my identical twin girls, some other children approached from the other direction. One […]
2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Twins and Siblings
The holidays are upon us and your twins are clamoring for gifts. Fear not, I’ve compiled a list of toys and surprises that will make your twins cheer with glee when opening their presents. Green Toys Ambulance & Doctor’s Kit Green Toys has an entire catalog of heavy-duty toys made from recycled plastics. Their new Ambulance & […]
Halloween Costume Ideas for Twins (Kid Tested and Parent Approved)
It can be a big challenge to come up with Halloween costume ideas for twins – whether your twins are the same gender or not. However, if you are open to a bit of creativity and messing around to find the ideal costume, then here are some Halloween costume ideas for twins: Wizard of Oz […]
Twin Bond (What it Looks Like and When it is a Myth)
Does the twin bond exist between your twins? If so, what does it look like in your home? I asked your fellow twin parents on my Facebook page and they had plenty of examples of the twin bond that I’ll share below. Do any of them look familiar to you? Twins Need Each Other Twins […]
Separating Twins in School (pros & cons every parent should know)
Should you keep your twins together or separate them in school? Separating twins in school is a timeless debate that can have very real consequences for your family. There are many pros and cons when it comes to separating your twins in school. While there has been some research on this topic, the decision often comes […]
Flying with Twins – How to Survive Air Travel with Twin Infants and Toddlers
We took our first family vacation with the twins before their first birthday. While we survived, flying with twins wasn’t an easy feat. The Cheapest Way to Fly with Infant or Toddler Twins The extra cost of flying with twins is a major factor when planning your vacation. The cheapest way to fly with toddler […]
Twin Parenting, Organizational Tricks, Reinforcing Proper Twin Behavior with Jeff Jackson
Listen to Jeff Jackson, father of fraternal boy twins, share the story of his twin journey including: Dealing with opposite personalities in twins Why getting laid off helped him get ready for the twins Coping with Mom’s Gestational Hypertension during the pregnancy Premature twin babies Why Mom had to stay longer in the hospital after […]
Flying Alone With Twins (Including Infants, Toddlers, and Beyond)
Flying alone with twins is an epic adventure. When Mom or Dad needs to travel alone and take the twins along, or you’re a single parent flying with twins, it can be overwhelming. But take heart, you can do this! Whether you’re traveling on a long-awaited vacation or going to visit Grandma and Grandpa, traveling […]
Joe Shares His Twin Journey with Twiniversity Founder Natalie Diaz
Natalie from Twiniversity was kind enough to host me on her podcast. Listen and hear some of my story as a father of twins or read the mostly computer generated transcript below: Natalie: Welcome to the Twiniversity podcast, a podcast created exclusively for parents of twins. I am Natalie Diaz, mother of twins, Twiniversity […]
Practical Father of Twins Gift Ideas
Need some help finding some father of twins gift ideas? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re shopping for Father’s Day, Christmas, Birthdays, or just to celebrate a milestone on your twin journey, you’ll find several father of twins gift ideas below for both expectant and current twin dads. Manly Diaper Bag No dad likes […]
How Your Kids Can Help with Family Vacation Planning
We love to travel as a family and take family vacations. Of course, who doesn’t like to take a vacation and a break from work? One thing that we love to do as we plan our family vacation is to involve the children in the planning. Of course, this gets a little bit easier as […]
Raising Emotionally Healthy Twins with Dara Lovitz – Podcast 173
Episode 173 of the Dad’s Guide to Twins Podcast Show Notes In this episode, I chat with Dara Lovitz mother of twin girls and author of “Twinsight: A Guide to Raising Emotionally Healthy Twins“. On the show, we dive into Dara’s twin journey and her research into raising emotionally healthy twins, including: Challenges of caring […]
