Parents of twins (or triplets) need extra preparation! Caring for multiple tiny babies at once brings its own special set of joys and challenges.   Join other families of multiples as we walk you through childbirth, care and feeding, and adjusting to life as a family of four or more in this 5 week class. Expectant parents should plan to complete this class by the 34th week of pregnancy.  

You'll learn:

• The birth process, and how c-sections and vaginal births are modified for multiples
• What to know about breastfeeding multiples, and how to ensure a plentiful milk supply from day one (includes information on pumping breast milk
• Feeding options
• Newborn care procedures in the hospital, and care of premature babies
• Basic care of your newborns, including bathing, diapering, swaddling, soothing, using a car seat and detecting illness
• Self-care, sleep, and how to cope with the emotional challenges of multiple babies
• A guest family of multiples will visit on the last night to share their experience