We're getting there

We’re finally getting there with the weaning! The twins are on three meals a day and seem to love food. We’ve been doing a mix of finger foods and purées. I tend to do more finger food when out and about, things like cream cheese sandwiches, cucumber sticks and bits…

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Baby led weaning and twins

We’re a few weeks into our weaning adventure and it’s been interesting, messy and at times, hard work (the double cleaning and washing is a nightmare)! Been doing a combination of baby led (blw) and purées. I intended to do more blw but I’m scared of the choking! So far…

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Weaning – the journey begins

We began weaning last Monday (15th July). It was the day after we returned from Spain (post to follow) and both twins had shown lots of interest in food, so we decided it was time. I’ve included a photo! So far they’ve had: Baby rice Carrot Banana Banana porridge Sweet…

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Heidi can roll!

Heidi rolled yesterday, from back to front, in her cot! I’m still yet to witness it though…

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It's been a while…

Well as the title says, it’s been a while! H & H are now 19 weeks and growing so fast (Henry is now 13lb 8oz and Heidi 13lb 5oz), Henry can now roll and they are finally sleeping better! Heidi goes from 7pm ish to 7am ish. Henry is still…

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Sleep

Just when I’m feeling totally sleep deprived and like we’re getting nowhere, Heidi has just done some fab sleeping, 7.30pm until 3am! Tried to dream feed at 10pm but she wasn’t interested. It may be a one off but at least we’re going in the right direction. Now just need…

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Making life easier

Found this amazing device today! No more counting scoops out loud, one scoop and you’re done!

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The first few weeks

The twins are now 4 weeks old and so far so good! The time is going so fast. Trying to capture it all is hard as I am so busy feeding, sterilising and washing! My mum has been fab, coming round everyday to help with cores and feeding. Trying to…

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The twins’ birth story

I wanted to ensure I capture all the details of the birth of our twins as it was a lovely experience. I was induced on the Friday, although when I rang at 7.30am to see what time to come in and they told me they’d ring me back at lunchtime…

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They've arrived

The twins arrived last Saturday and are doing well! Henry was born head first at 2.44pm and Heidi was born breech at 3.06pm Will post full details when I get a spare 5 mins! J x

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Final scan

Had our final scan yesterday and both babies estimated at 5lb 8oz, no wonder I feel so heavy!! Finally been given a date for induction Fri 1 Feb – hurrah! Can’t wait to meet them both and also get my body back! Feel so heavy and it hurts when the…

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