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| Going to be a daddy of twins!!! (Read 268 times) |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 12:03 AM |
My wife is about 9 weeks pregnant with twins!  We're extremely happy and excited after having tried (and had a lot of problems along the way) for a year now. I think I'm still in shock! Any advice? Anyone else out there have twins? How will this affect my running?!  |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 12:06 AM |
| Congratulations!!! It took me a while (with problems), also. You will have a blast! I didn't run when I had little ones, so other people will have to tell you about that. I would imagine the running will help you be a better dad, though, because you'll have more energy. |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 1:18 AM |
CONGRATULATIONS! I am the proud aunt of 4yo twin boys. Can't help much with running with babies in the house, though, b/c I didn't start running until my kids were 1 and 3.
I will say twins are lots of fun--but lots of work when they're little. Get ready to get in there and help out. You've been waiting and hoping for this, so I know you're thrilled and nothing can dampen your spirits. My sister got lots of help from twin support groups and message boards; you and your wife may want to check these out eventually.
Again, congratulations. Children are such a blessing, especially when they've been longed for. Enjoy every minute. |
But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. (Is. 40:31)
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 1:23 AM |
| Congrats! I don't know about the twins, but my wife and I have a 2 month old and he has been a blast so far. In terms of your running, be prepared to take a hiatus when they arrive. You'll have more important (and rewarding) things to be doing with your time. Good luck! |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 1:49 AM |
Yay, Dustin, that is awesome! Pam (Rockenmamof5) has twins...definitely pick her brain. I hope everything continues to go well for mom and babies. Exciting stuff!  |
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• Run 1500 miles
• October 5 - 1st marathon - Milwaukee Lakefront - in my home state of WI
• PRs: 5k ~ 15k ~ 25k |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 1:57 AM |
| Congratulations and good luck |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:03 AM
modified: 6/24/2008 at 2:03 AM |
| Congrats. As a proud dad of 7 year old twins here is my advice - sleep now while you can and enjoy the ride. Its better than anything else I've ever experienced. |
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2008 goals:
1) run a fall marathon (Indy)
2) stay injury free
3) PR 5K, 10K, HM & M
4) get my kids to start running with me
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:08 AM |
| Congrats! Best wishes to you and your DW |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:16 AM |
Congratulations!!!!
I haven't had twins but I do have a daycare and 2 of my tots started at the same time with me at 6 weeks and they are only 4 days apart....
the only advice I have is this:
Try to keep to a schedule, it won't always be perfect but it will do all of you a world of good.
Be flexible within that schedule if need be a bit.
Keep a written log of when they eat, how much and how many diapers they are going through a day and the type, i.e. pee or poop.
Most important remember that you are still husband and wife not just mommy and daddy...
A good friend of ours used to tell my hubby and I when you are in an airplane and it's going down and the oxygen masks drop they always say for the adults to put on the masks first and then your children's masks.... when mom and dad aren't taking care of themselves and each other they won't be able to take care of the wee ones properly.
Good luck and congrats again!!! |
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Run when you can, walk when you have to, crawl if you must, just never give up. ~ Dean Karnazes
2008 Goals:
Complete C25K
Wounded Marines 5K - 42:07
Race for the Cure 5K
Turkey Trot 10K
Army/Navy 10K
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:24 AM |
Great advice from Turtlechick! You and DW MUST make time for each other - have someone watch the babies as soon as possible so that you can get out and TALK to each other. You really need to keep communicating during the first year, as hard as it is to find the time and energy.
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:24 AM
modified: 6/24/2008 at 2:25 AM |
Thanks everyone! Great advice so far. I'm definitely trying to enjoy my sleep while I can!  I know I'll have to take a break from running when the time comes, but it will be worth it. |
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:25 AM |
| Congrats!!! My impression from all my twin mommy friends is the first year is harder but then they always have someone to play with giving you a bit of peace now and then! |
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2008 Goals New PR's in 5K 10K HM, M What now?
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posted: 6/24/2008 at 2:36 AM |
Congrats! I am a twin. From what my mother says its pretty tough! LOL
We did always have someone to play with! Good luck. Make sure you have 2 of everything so there are no fights....  |
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