What It's Like Having Twins: What to Expect! | Kendra Atkins

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Kendra Atkins

Kendra Atkins

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@Lisbett_Again
@Lisbett_Again 6 жыл бұрын
I exclusively breast feed my twins . The 1-4 months wasn’t rough for me . They rarely cried . Also were born a month early . Mine are fraternal twin boys. There is hope !
@xomariahmorris
@xomariahmorris 6 жыл бұрын
I don’t even have twins, but I love watching you and your girls so much. I love your laid back parenting attitude!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Mariah Morris thanks!
@As-wx1ru
@As-wx1ru 5 жыл бұрын
I am pregnant with identical twin girls and wow, I needed to hear this. I have found so far there is not much positivity in the twin mom community. Thank you for your refreshing perspective. Your encouragement really reminded me that God gave my husband and I these two babies at once because he believes we can handle it! Thank you Kendra ⭐️
@kimberlyvenz3894
@kimberlyvenz3894 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I am pregnant with twins, my first pregnancy. I find out their genders tomorrow. I love watching your videos, they are so helpful and inspiring ❤❤
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
so glad to hear!
@karie3212
@karie3212 6 жыл бұрын
SO EXCITING!
@dianes6103
@dianes6103 6 жыл бұрын
Soooooo, what’re you having? 😜 hehehe
@kimberlyvenz3894
@kimberlyvenz3894 6 жыл бұрын
Two more hours!
@turtlelover687
@turtlelover687 6 жыл бұрын
Kimberly Harris did you find out yet???? Sorry I'm very nosey..
@morganshaw2544
@morganshaw2544 6 жыл бұрын
I have seven-week-old twin girls and am constantly referring to your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your journey.
@katelynsouth5555
@katelynsouth5555 6 жыл бұрын
Morgan Shaw hey, me too! Lol I love her videos!
@michalraviv2777
@michalraviv2777 6 жыл бұрын
The whole time I was watching this video, nodding vigorously, mumbling "yes, yes, so true..." . My twin girls are 2 months younger than yours, and ever since we were pregnant you have been such a great comfort to me, helping me know what to expect. Thank you for sharing your journey
@xoxoLifeisbeautiful
@xoxoLifeisbeautiful 6 жыл бұрын
I love what you said at the end about twin mom's having something special in them. It's what I have to remind myself on the rough days! That I would not have been blessed with two if it wasn't something I could handle! And even after a long day of TWO fussy babies, you could never imagine your life without both of them. Each baby brings something so unique and special into the world! I have so many mom's that I meet who have just one kid, and want another, but dread going through another pregnancy.. because we all know how exhausting it is! So think how amazingly lucky you are to only have to endure one pregnancy and Bam! There's your little family! Hahaha. It's honestly the best ❤️❤️❤️
@sweetazrn12206
@sweetazrn12206 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😊👍🏼I have 6-month-old boy/girl twins and I can relate to a lot you said! It is super important though like you were saying at the end of the video to remind yourself how blessed you are to have twins. I sometimes think I’m not doing enough and then I remember how people struggle with just one and I can do it with two at the same time! It’s easy to feel jealous or compare yourself to other moms who have one baby but you’re right- it is SO special to have two. Big hugs ❤️
@rukiyamarilyn3156
@rukiyamarilyn3156 5 жыл бұрын
I’m 5 months pregnant (my first pregnancy) with twins boy and girl. I’m so excited for them to be here. I never expected my first birth would be twins😂😭❤️
@shaw200js
@shaw200js 6 жыл бұрын
I agree it is so special and lucky to have twins. I agree sometimes I would get jealous of the ease or things moms with singletons would get to do. It is true how lucky we are to have twice the cuddles, and love from two babies. My girls are almost a year. I really enjoy watching your girls.
@alyssalewis8317
@alyssalewis8317 6 жыл бұрын
I just found out today that we're having twins!! 😭
@beaniebootheunicorn7059
@beaniebootheunicorn7059 3 жыл бұрын
Why a crying face?
@rawbiscuits101
@rawbiscuits101 2 жыл бұрын
@@beaniebootheunicorn7059 tears of joy
@heyitscaton
@heyitscaton 6 жыл бұрын
My twins are 16 months old and I just nodded along with your whole video! I agree and can relate to everything you shared 🤗
@AL-pt2of
@AL-pt2of 4 жыл бұрын
Kendra, my wife and I have been blessed by the news of our first babies being twins but it's only 12 weeks and has been very tough for my wife. We watched this video twice so far and you have changed and comforted us in the most inspiring and positive way. Sending you best wishes to your growing family and will watch your entire library (slowly)!
@lindseygarrett286
@lindseygarrett286 6 жыл бұрын
I don’t have twins, but I noticed so many similarities between your experience with twins and mine with two under 2. I found that so interesting! Thank you for always being so encouraging! Your girls are blessed to have you!
@kaylasargent1515
@kaylasargent1515 6 жыл бұрын
My twin girls turned 6 weeks old yesterday. This was so incredibly encouraging! Thank you!
@chanellover77
@chanellover77 6 жыл бұрын
I’m 23 weeks pregnant with identical girls and your videos have helped so much! Before I even knew I was pregnant with twins I took to KZbin and your video was the first I clicked on. We are so excited!
@meghangossett3091
@meghangossett3091 6 жыл бұрын
I like how you said moms of twins are strong. It seems super common to see that
@jessicasanders4617
@jessicasanders4617 2 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this today. My girls are 7 months and I could go into so much detail but just know this video was still relevant years after posting.
@andreahamud1376
@andreahamud1376 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting this!My girls were born on 12/7 at exactly 36 weeks, and are almost 4 months. It was good to hear you say you thought they were more sensitive and that things got better around 4 months. The crying is just starting to calm down. I thought maybe it was just me! Thanks for reaffirming how difficult (but truly AMAZING) having identical girls is.
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
glad you enjoyed!
@jocelynsaito1268
@jocelynsaito1268 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this! I’ve been watching your videos since I got pregnant with my son who’s soon to be 2, and I just found out I’m pregnant with twins! I have been very overwhelmed and just hearing you talk about how some moms are just meant to be twin moms and picturing all three of my kids running to me for hugs and kisses just really put my heart at ease. Thanks for all your lovely videos! 💜
@tinagriffin6691
@tinagriffin6691 6 жыл бұрын
That’s right! God chose each one of us to have the children we have! Through Him we are all capable to take care of the precious little blessings! Ask Him for help and He WILL give it!
@jocelynrubio6125
@jocelynrubio6125 6 жыл бұрын
Mommy of twins!🙋 I get stop all the times and get ask the same questions. I have fraternal twins. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Jocelyn Rubio thanks for watching!!
@AlexaTatiana
@AlexaTatiana 6 жыл бұрын
Jocelyn Rubio haha me too! I have a boy and a girl and people still ask me if they are identical! Lol
@etvscandalfanpage2011
@etvscandalfanpage2011 3 жыл бұрын
Me too I have fraternal twins😄
@reneeca5696
@reneeca5696 6 жыл бұрын
How inspirational and beautiful!! You are doing such a great job raising those two little sweeties - and it's even more evident after hearing all your wise and positive sentiments, that June and Violet are blessed, to have you for their mama💖
@kathleenstevick
@kathleenstevick 6 жыл бұрын
I'm 23 weeks pregnant with identical twin girls and I needed to hear everything in this video. :) People really stress me out with their opinions (who don't have twins) and having to return to work and what I need etc. I am so thankful for my babies and love them so much but I have become more and more stressed lately on raising them!
@katelynsouth5555
@katelynsouth5555 6 жыл бұрын
Kate Stevick my girls are fraternal, but I thought it’d be so much harder! Granted we’re 7 weeks in, so we are by no means experts, but it’s not near as bad as I thought. My recovery went well, and I don’t mind a bit taking the girls out to run errands by myself. I thought that would be the hardest thing. Also, we haven’t lost as much sleep as I thought we would, so hopefully it’ll be the same for you!
@kathleenstevick
@kathleenstevick 6 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear that! Sleep is the thing I am worried most about and I'm glad it's not as bad as I'm imagining. :)
@katelynsouth5555
@katelynsouth5555 6 жыл бұрын
Kate Stevick we just try our best to keep them on the same schedule and feed them either together or right after the other, that’s my best advice!
@kathleenstevick
@kathleenstevick 6 жыл бұрын
When did you start putting them on a schedule?
@Lisbett_Again
@Lisbett_Again 6 жыл бұрын
My twin boys are great and as new horns were not bad like everyone makes u think newborns are. I was out and about all the time with them because mine were little and easy to carry and they rarely cried
@cheannelombard7476
@cheannelombard7476 3 жыл бұрын
Just found out I'm pregnant with twin boys. Thank you for your videos, my husband and I just found them and we've only watched two, but I already find them reassuring and very helpful.
@lokilove717
@lokilove717 6 жыл бұрын
The buggy bench has been a life saver for taking my twins shopping! It creates a seat inside the back of the shopping cart. I recommend it to any twin mom I come across!
@kchartrau
@kchartrau 6 жыл бұрын
So so true about not letting your children rule your life. I have (and still do) struggle with that sometimes. Finding the balance between what I did pre-baby and my mom role now. Thanks for the video! ❤️
@find_a_penny
@find_a_penny 6 жыл бұрын
I'm 22, single, and have NO plans to have kids anytime soon, but I still LOVED this video!
@erinfmikolai
@erinfmikolai 6 жыл бұрын
I loved hearing you say everything I think everyday. No one can truly understand except for another twin mom. Taking only one of them out in public is honestly as relaxing as a spa day. Crazy right?
@fernandaliepkaln8145
@fernandaliepkaln8145 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Kendra! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I have a 4-year-old girl and pregnant with twin girls due next month! So overwhelmed, but also overjoyed, thanks for sharing so many positive things ❤️
@flaviah9588
@flaviah9588 5 жыл бұрын
I watched this when you first posted just out of curiosity, but now I’m rewatching because I’m actually expecting identical twin girls! Never would have thought this video would be so applicable to me! Thanks for all the advice.
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 5 жыл бұрын
congrats!
@brittn37
@brittn37 6 жыл бұрын
My twins are 8 months old and I found you when I was pregnant and I’m so glad I did!! You’ve been so helpful to me and I’ve loved watching your girls grow and you have made me feel like I can get through it too! Sending internet love 💕💕
@wghlhc
@wghlhc 6 жыл бұрын
Love your video! I have almost 6 months old identical twin sons and I have been referring your videos ever since I was pregnant! I can not imagine how you are looking after your girls by yourself during the day! I always have help and I am still sometimes overwhelmed by the amount of work and effort! I wish I am as independent as you!
@adambrewer6677
@adambrewer6677 6 жыл бұрын
This video was perfect timing. I have 8month old b/g twins. Having such a rough day with major mom guilt, but this video really lifted my spirits. Thank you!!! Brittany
@LuckyBrena
@LuckyBrena 6 жыл бұрын
I love this. I have boy girl twins that are 5 and a half and I'm currently in my third trimester pregnancy with my second set of twins!! These are girls 💕 I love your channel. I love your perspective, and how you keep it real both on the hardest times and the joyful ones.
@tahneejenkins9444
@tahneejenkins9444 4 жыл бұрын
I'm so excited! I am pregnant with twin girls now!
@kara3312
@kara3312 6 жыл бұрын
I don’t have twins nor am I pregnant but I love this video! Your advice is always great :)
@tamarawallace9625
@tamarawallace9625 6 жыл бұрын
I'm 19 weeks pregnant with fraternal twin boys! It's also my first pregnancy so your videos are a great place to start for information!
@mag1714
@mag1714 6 жыл бұрын
my twin girls are 3 months old now. :) I love watching your videos now that you are a mom. You are like the big sister (who is the same age as me) with the best advice. I do understand not wanting to be stopped by strangers especially since Flu season has been so bad this year. I don't want people breathing on my little babies with all the sickness going around!
@saydiebennett7951
@saydiebennett7951 6 жыл бұрын
im 10 weeks with twins and look for these videos! thank you so much for uploading this. ❤
@onepotmakesplenty
@onepotmakesplenty 6 жыл бұрын
YES!!!! I have 6month old identical twin boys and all this is 100% true! Took 1 baby out for 15 mins the other day and it was so lovely, i could talk to him, carry him and feel totally in control lol.
@Mandasozaa
@Mandasozaa 6 жыл бұрын
You literally took the words out of my mouth!! This video really help put me at ease and made me realize that everything that I’ve gone through and what I feel is normal. Thank you!!
@rosieruiz9352
@rosieruiz9352 6 жыл бұрын
Hi kendra Im a fellow twin mom! I found your channel while i was pregnant and your advice has really helped me with my twins they are now 7 months
@ashleyb5178
@ashleyb5178 6 жыл бұрын
My husband has a twin sister and when they were babies, people would always ask (even when they were toddlers and it was very obvious they were boy/girl) if they were identical. 🙈 You’re doing a great job, by the way! Your girls seem to be happy and healthy and it’s obvious that you and your husband are wonderful parents!
@theswirlesclan48
@theswirlesclan48 6 жыл бұрын
My twins are the same Aria is more physical and can do more moving things, where Alyssa is the more vocal one and can say a few nearly words giggle. Trying to not let the kids take over is such a great point to remember! This a great video hun thanks for sharing.
@limmao1624
@limmao1624 6 жыл бұрын
Love your closing statement! I was the same way. I was not scared when I found out I was pregnant because I felt like I was prepared for one baby. But getting the news that they were TWINS? It was like I was back at square one. Thank you for your video and your words of encouragement!
@anniekingsley5039
@anniekingsley5039 6 жыл бұрын
I love this video so much. I feel the same way about my life with my boys!!! It actually made me cry ur whole outro omg it was EXACTLY how I feel every single word. Thank u so much! Ur amazing! U don't know how much this touched me!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Annie Kingsley aw thank you SO MUCH
@hostesswiththemostess2981
@hostesswiththemostess2981 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos about twins I’ve seen. I haven’t been much of a hormonal crier throughout this pregnancy but I did tear up at the end of this video. Not only is this informative, it is empowering. Thank you so much
@melaniethetruckdriver
@melaniethetruckdriver 5 жыл бұрын
My boy/girl twins are seven months now, I still burp them sitting up on my knee and then I get the biiiiggest cuddles after from them both at the same time 😍😍 You are so right, how lucky are we 💕 The hard work is hard, but it is so worth it a thousand times over 💕 I learnt a few more tricks from this video too hehe, thank you ☺️
@zoemrodriguez2361
@zoemrodriguez2361 6 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have triplet boys. It’s really important to me they have their own identity also. While it’s super cute, I do avoid dressing them the same but to each their own. As a parent of multiples there is no judgement 😁love your videos!!
@AlexaTatiana
@AlexaTatiana 6 жыл бұрын
Zoe M Rodriguez oh my triplets! That’s awesome!
@faithhopelove560
@faithhopelove560 6 жыл бұрын
10:45 You could always just keep a couple spare diapers and wipes (or an extra small diaper bag) in the car at all times too for those "just in case" situations so you don't have to wait until you get home to change them. I used to do that a lot and not have to lug around a huge diaper bag.
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Faith Hope Love great idea!!
@Bringbackemo
@Bringbackemo 5 жыл бұрын
Your twin series has been so helpful. I’m having identical girls too.
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 5 жыл бұрын
so glad!
@SimplyAlexandra
@SimplyAlexandra 6 жыл бұрын
This setup is really cute! Love your realistic view and tips. XO
@Muslingmusling
@Muslingmusling 6 жыл бұрын
I love how positive you are! I have 7 month old fraternal twin girls and I get a lot of inspiration from you. Its awesome being a twin mom. :)
@amymcatackney7337
@amymcatackney7337 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I’m 15 weeks pregnant with twins (first time pregnancy). Your page really helps me.
@onepotmakesplenty
@onepotmakesplenty 6 жыл бұрын
Tandem nurse! I breastfeed exclusively still (6 months) and you totally need to tandem feed. Anticipate feed cues and start early to avoid them getting frustrated and crying. Breastfeeding is SO much easier than steralising and bottle making x
@noel_and_elle1994
@noel_and_elle1994 5 жыл бұрын
My twins are less than a week old now Excited to watch
@Stacelace85
@Stacelace85 6 жыл бұрын
Love watching June and violet and the ‘real ness’ of twin life.
@mamallamaandthelittles
@mamallamaandthelittles 6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't have said it better myself! Thank you for reminding me I have what it takes 💞
@marilynegosselin2347
@marilynegosselin2347 4 ай бұрын
I am also pregnant with twins and they are my first pregnancy! I did have the same reaction when I found out, I feel like one would have been fine and I wasn't worried, and now that I found out it's going to be two, I am worrying and want to be prepared. So thank you for sharing your experience. :)
@aideealmeida8196
@aideealmeida8196 6 жыл бұрын
I'm just here because I love your girls and I always wanted twins. 😍😍
@hannahlloyd4610
@hannahlloyd4610 6 жыл бұрын
I felt the same when I found out I was pregnant I wasn’t nervous at all, until I found out I was having twins. I think you created a perfect video, coming from someone that has twins mine are almost 11 months and everything you said is so relatable and it is hard a lot of the time but these moments go by so fast and you really have to step back sometimes and appreciate these special sometimes chaotic moments because they don’t last forever. Twins are such a blessing ♥️♥️
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Hannah Lloyd thanks for the comment! 💕💕 So true!
@maryamk6678
@maryamk6678 6 жыл бұрын
Hi from Dubai, UAE! Currently pregnant with identical twins and I watch your videos on repeat! Thank you so much! Huge fan and just love you and the girls!
@Xquisit3
@Xquisit3 6 жыл бұрын
I am expecting twin girls myself and I cannot say how much you have helped me to plan and think about when they will be born. I was a bit negative but after seeing your two week update where you say having twins is a miracle and that is so true! Thank you for your videos. Ps: you have beautiful girls:)
@taylork1355
@taylork1355 6 жыл бұрын
Love this!! Our girls are 4 months next weekend and they are definitely in the crying nonstop stage! Thank you so much!
@saradamyar3029
@saradamyar3029 6 жыл бұрын
I have 2 and a half years old twins, I was just relate to every sentence of yours, greetings from Montreal
@carmsadventures
@carmsadventures 6 жыл бұрын
My fraternal twin boys are 15 months old and it's exactly the same with us! Even if both are wearing boy clothes in blue, people always ask if they are boy/girl twins? For the past week, they have started to throw more tantrums, pointing at things that they want and crying if they don't get their way. Although some days are difficult, I wouldn't ever give this up. I feel so blessed to be a mother of twins. It's absolutely true! Us twin mums get double the love, hugs and kisses! High five, super mum! xXx
@feliciawight5049
@feliciawight5049 6 жыл бұрын
23 weeks now and your videos have been so incredibly helpful and fun to follow along with! I really appreciate you taking the time to do this and think of all the mommas is who will be where you once were. I love the realness of this video, as a soon to be Mom of twin boys I’m not looking for sugar coated tips! Lol so thank you! But also thank you for the encouragement and for all the positives that come with twins. I’m sure it’s easy to forget that somedays. Keep up the amazing work and THANK YOU! ☺️♥️👏🏼🐝🐝
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for leaving that comment! So glad I can help!
@katrinaleebaldwin4660
@katrinaleebaldwin4660 6 жыл бұрын
I guess because I am going to be an older mom (37) through IVF/Surrogacy and because I was a nanny of 8 (6 boys, 2 girls) small children in one family I find it "easier" (insert laughter) to have a group of babies than a singleton. Not that being a mom/caregiver is easy especially a single mom by choice is difficult, but I don't sweat the small stuff. If they are clean, fed, and in a safe place the crying doesn't bother me. I can only do so much and the more frazzle you become the worse you make the situation. I think the moms of today put so much stress on themselves to be the "perfect" mom that they set themselves up to fail. If my kid is isn't eating organic gluten free almond milk soybean or some other granola mom concoction on his way to piano lessons at 6 months....I'm ok with that. If they miss their Pilate mommy and me class and their 1 hr long reflection class...God help me now, that's fine too. Going into motherhood with a high chance of multiples and being a single mother by choice is that at the end of the day the bar I'm setting is fed, breathing, not bleeding, and no psychological damage that will lead to them 1. Be on the POLE 2. Me on the local channel explaining why my kid grew up to have people chained in their basement with body parts in the fridge. It's never easy so why beat yourself up over something out of your control.
@e69erika
@e69erika 6 жыл бұрын
aww Kendra! I love you're family so much! I'm having twins and your videos have helped me so much to think differently about raising twins rather than stories that people are telling :)
@meganpetersen2751
@meganpetersen2751 6 жыл бұрын
I am a twin mama of 10 month old boy and girl twins. I agree with pretty much all of the stuff you said. Some of the things are different from you for example the being their own person thing is a bit different with boy and girl twins since they aren’t the same gender I don’t really feel like you have to worry about that. But other then that everything else is pretty much the same. Love watching you Kendra! Love watching the girls grow and learn. Since they are four months older then my twins it’s fun to see where my twins will be in the coming months. 😊 And I definitely agree that it takes a special kind of person to be able to handle twins sometimes I’m hanging on the edge of sanity and other days it’s like the most wonderful day ever! Lol I literally no joke one time face planted on my bed and screamed! Lol I also have a 3 year old so it’s that much harder sometimes. But mostly it’s just an amazing opportunity that us twin mamas get to experience. 😃♥️
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Megan Petersen yes I feel you!!!
@kaseehalbert2046
@kaseehalbert2046 6 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad I didn't see this before I had my twins. Your experience is totally opposite of mine. The first 6 months were a breeze, once they got mobile it was more difficult until we found a new routine. Your girls are a few weeks younger than mine and it's so interesting to hear your experience and it being the complete opposite!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Kasee Halbert that is crazy!! It shows how different each baby is!
@kaseehalbert2046
@kaseehalbert2046 6 жыл бұрын
It's so much easier to see that when you have two babies at once too!
@jangle318
@jangle318 6 жыл бұрын
Things definitely change quickly when you have twins. Mine are going to be 4 in July, and I can totally relate to everything you mentioned, but really only through the age that yours are now. It feels like so long ago that mine were at that stage, and there are different challenges now at the age mine are currently. I really needed this video though. It’s hard to get caught up in all the struggles and negatives having twins (one of mine also has special needs), but this video was a reminder to think about how lucky I am to have been blessed with them.
@melissapowers4780
@melissapowers4780 6 жыл бұрын
You have me crying when talking about their sisterly bond. I had my first in October and while I’m not always sure if I can handle the new newborn stage, I really want her to have a sibling.
@hannahbentson9374
@hannahbentson9374 6 жыл бұрын
Loved this if I ever have twins or know someone who is I will be referring back to this. You’re so encouraging! I love that you say “the girls” instead of twins. I feel sometimes when people say the twins it really makes them seem the same and like they aren’t two separate people. So way to go mommy! You’re super!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Hannah Bentson thanks so much!!
@britaskaret9696
@britaskaret9696 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouraging words and real life perspective. I found out a week ago I’m having twins making us a family of 6!
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 4 жыл бұрын
Congrats! So exciting!
@asraq.4305
@asraq.4305 5 жыл бұрын
Been following since before you got pregnant with the girls, but now going back to watch the twin videos since I had twin girls :) thank you so much for the content and sharing your family! 💕
@ChrissyJijon
@ChrissyJijon 6 жыл бұрын
🐝🐝 two little bees😍 I loved the fact that you talk about not seeing them as twins or calling them twins. I, one day, notice that as well. I even thought sometimes I forget they're twins or at least what one thinks "twins are like" before having twins or not having twins. They're so different and I never call them twins or gemelas in Spanish. My family does, and people I know do too. Also, I may be one of the few people who doesn't mind other people asking me about the girls because before having twins I was so drawn to just talking to moms with twins. I just loved the idea of having two identical babies at once. And now I have them, so I don't get mad at all when people stop me to ask me about them. I've had some people take photos of them. I've also had a few people ask me if they're boys or girls when they're dressed in pink and bows on😅. The only thing I don't like is when they get compared to the other. I've never had a problem going out with them. I'd say I would go out more often when they were a little younger (around 7 to 1yo) than now (they're 14mo) yeah, only 4months. They used to fall asleep in the stroller and I could just keep waking in the store, but since they started to take a nap during the day strictly they won't fall asleep if we're at the store. They just keep going and get fussy so if I go out is now more of a quick run as you say. But before I would go out no problem all day even, by myself. With twins you can't stop to think how you're going to do it, you just go go go without thinking about it. And yes they cry a lot more and fight but also follow each other everywhere hehe. Also, I like that you mentioned that you've never gone out with just one, and that's me too😄😃 It so weird to take just one. Everything, just everything 👌👌 they sleep together in their crib though, at the beginning I would put them in their own crib but they would wake up in the middle of the night CRYING and I would wonder why, then one day I put them in the same crib and problem solved.
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Chrissy Jijon thanks so much for taking the time to share all of that!! 💕💕
@mirjamderungs5875
@mirjamderungs5875 6 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you :-) Yeeess the first question from strangers always was "Are they twins ??" :-) my twins turned 18 years this january and believe me they are still my dramaqueens nr 1 .. I don t want to scare you but for me I guess it is because I am a single mom who didn t have a second pair of helping hands in things like educations or teaching them in well behavings . Finally we ve made it all three together and we survived somehow. Now they are adults and they are ready for live their life and whatever might come to them. Feel blessed and loved and please keep enjoying watching and handle your little girls . You and Andrew are doing such a great Job . Thanks for sharing this Video :-)
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Mirjam Derungs thank you for sharing!
@mother2faith
@mother2faith 2 жыл бұрын
This is such a helpful video and I don’t even have twins. I think that a lot of the things you mentioned are true of large families as well. (Like being a spectacle in public.) I have 9 and when we’re all together in public we are stopped with so many questions. I also seem to always have one crying. It’s all about perspective and you did a great job of explaining that here.
@ashleyruiz794
@ashleyruiz794 5 жыл бұрын
Loved this video, thank you very much! I appreciate your videos. You're always so realistic and natural!
@brookestreun6723
@brookestreun6723 6 жыл бұрын
Can I just say your hair looks AMAZING! 🐝
@megantran7001
@megantran7001 6 жыл бұрын
Thank You! I’ve been having a rough week with my 15m old twins and I needed that pep talk!
@denitagaines6272
@denitagaines6272 6 жыл бұрын
So glad I stumbled upon your channel, expecting twin girls this September, your feedback has been great and your Littles are adorable.
@jaymiemayers3240
@jaymiemayers3240 6 жыл бұрын
I don’t have twins, but I have a 3 year old and 10 month old (both girls) and for both it never mattered what they wore, everyone always assumed they were boys. I also get stopped a lot or get comments about how “full my hands are”, especially if they’re both in a stroller. I can’t imagine how much you get with twins! My mom’s a fraternal twin so every time I’m pregnant I wonder if it’s twins since those are genetic. Your girls are adorable! 🐝
@MlleColchique
@MlleColchique 6 жыл бұрын
Hey! What a great video! I am expecting triplets - two identical boys and one fraternal girl, and I can feel how specific relationship they are sharing...I feel so blessed! Anyway, keep up a good work, love from Europe ❤️❤️❤️
@klaratakas757
@klaratakas757 6 жыл бұрын
Kendra, this video is everything. Thank you so much for this! I have twin girls that are 8 months old. I’m having a rough time at the moment and really needed to hear a lot of what you said. Love your videos!!! Love from Down Under xxx
@CorynnODea
@CorynnODea 6 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, absolutely loved your video. My twin boys are due in June and my husband and I watched this together. You made amazing points and I loved your closing with the positive message. 🐝🐝
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Corynn O'Dea thank you! And good luck!
@ShaniquaSnowden
@ShaniquaSnowden 6 жыл бұрын
My twin boys are due in June as well. Time has flew by! I'm going to be a FTM. Congrats to you!
@CorynnODea
@CorynnODea 6 жыл бұрын
Shaniqua Snowden oh wow! Small world :) yes it has gone by fast and FTM here too! Congrats and good luck with your little guys 💙
@esthersfaith
@esthersfaith 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for saying that if you have twins you were made to have twins. I know it but it is nice to hear. Pregnant with twin boys due in 8 weeks. It's crazy because it took us 16 years to have successfull pregnancy. Our firstborn will be 2 next month and his twin brothers will be here a few weeks after :-D
@melanienorman8981
@melanienorman8981 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you!! I am pregnant with twins I have watched just about all your videos!!! I sooo appreciate you for doing this!!
@teri1353
@teri1353 6 жыл бұрын
Such a good video! The girls are pretty lucky too, to have such a good mama! I just love, love, love, watching them💜❤💜
@krisb5488
@krisb5488 6 жыл бұрын
My twin boys will be a year old at the end of the month and everything you talked about is so true!
@mrs.lastname4686
@mrs.lastname4686 5 жыл бұрын
I just found out I'm having twins. I'm freaking out.
@LionessNae
@LionessNae 5 жыл бұрын
Mrs. Lastname same here!
@kristinmorro3632
@kristinmorro3632 3 жыл бұрын
I'm you a year later. Are you okay?!
@beckykip4905
@beckykip4905 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this Kendra! My boys are coming in the next few weeks and it’s so hard to prepare for such an unknown and less common experience. I needed that encouragement today.
@emilyRose-bo6jh
@emilyRose-bo6jh 6 жыл бұрын
Love this video! We just had identical girls (in the 3 month struggle currently) this video is sooo true and real! Thanks for sharing :)
@debbieimona6408
@debbieimona6408 4 жыл бұрын
Yea. I gave birth to twins twice.boy boy and girl girl.
@christinec1217
@christinec1217 6 жыл бұрын
I am a twin. And I know what my mom went through to raise us with me Dad. What I still find hard to this day is we are called “the twins”. If I am somewhere without my sister people ask me where she is and the other way around. I am 41 years old and this still happens. My mom used to dress us in the same outfit but different colors. Society has a head time recognizing twins as two different people and that is what is difficult. You are doing a great job! Love you! Xi
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Christine C thanks for sharing!! I’m sure that’s super hard!
@christinec1217
@christinec1217 6 жыл бұрын
Kendra Atkins thanks. Just my two cents. Sorry for the typos. Typing too fast.
@girliegirl0711
@girliegirl0711 6 жыл бұрын
Such an organized great mom you are! Impressed!
@jgo8313
@jgo8313 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos, even though you must be a very busy mom, you look amazing!!! Hope your family is doing great!
@janeandrew4244
@janeandrew4244 6 жыл бұрын
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this video. Such a well presented insight into your unique day to day life. I have a 9 month old baby girl who I adore but there are some days that are tougher than others so I can’t imagine having 2!! I’ve loved watching your channel over the last year and am going to forward a link to this video on to my brother in law and his wife who have just found out they are expecting identical twins also as I think you have provided some great tips xx
@kendraatkins
@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын
Jane andrew yay so glad you enjoyed!!
@Lifeszebarbie
@Lifeszebarbie 6 жыл бұрын
I don't have twins, but these are also great tips for any first time mom! I'm jealous that your daughters will never know what it's like to not have a buddy!!! And that they can entertain each other. 😊
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