Holy Sh*t- twins are
difficult. We've hit colic big time around here, and although I'm beginning to sound like a broken record, I'm going to say it again, anyway: if you think something is hard with one baby, you can't imagine how hard it is with two at the same time. Both my husband and I have cried every day in the past three days. With one baby, they have to sleep
eventually, even with colic, and give you a break. With two babies- there can always be a baby awake and crying. And it pretty much seems like they are. I was awake from 2:30-6:00 am last night with crying babies- and the only reason I started and stopped at those times was because my husband had baby duty before and after that time. Double the intense crying 24/7 is enough to drive you
mad.
I'd appreciate prayers that we have better nights and figure out the magical cure to end crying for both Sam and Anna if you have prayers to spare. And, if you have any advice to offer, please do. (We do follow the 5 S's for Happiest Baby on the Block, use
Mylicon and Gripe Water, switched to a gentle formula per pediatrician's okay, etc. already)
Here's a rare "content babies" photo that I have taken to looking at frequently, just to remind me that they
can be content:
14 comments:
Not a twin mom myself but I've heard phenomenal things about the chiropractor solving colic. I've seen it work in front of my eyes.
I've also heard that boiling the water you use before you mix in the formula works better than gripe water.
Good luck!
I'm a twin mom [and have survived 2 years, whoot!], and we also had a difficult time with our boys due to gas/digestive issues/whateverthehellitwasitwasterrible. I'm not sure how we got there, but at some point we figured out that the bottles we were using [A.vent] were making the boys extra gassy, so we switched to P.laytex with Dr B's nipples. And, I stopped every 2 ounces to burb each baby during bottles. We also eventually figured out they had reflux, so be sure to ask your doctor about that.
Hang in there! The hard stuff does eventually goes away, I promise, and the good stuff gets even better. You are doing a great job!
Oh, I am so sorry. M didn't even have that bad of a case of colic and we were both in tears. Matteo's bad time was from about 5-10 in the evening and we found taking him for walks outside really helped (I had been pacing the halls indoors when colic started). I used to just count down the minutes to the next hour and tell myself that I could do anything for an hour.
It sounds like you are doing tons of great things. I am sending you lots and lots of hugs and god thoughts. This too shall pass.
Wow, Katie, that just sounds brutal. I am so sorry. I wish I had some advice for you. It sounds like you're doing all the right things. I guess the (very dim right now) light at the end of the tunnel is that this does pass. Very small consolation right now I know. HUGS!
Maybe you should ask the dr about reflux? If they fuss while or after eating, it's a good possibility. Also, if they are milk protein intolerant, the gentle formula may still be causing gas. My daughter was milk (and soy) protein intolerant and had tons of gas.
Oh Katie, I can't even imagine! Lexi wasn't even a bit colic and she's only one so I definitely had it way easy compared to you. I really hope that they can find something to make your babies more comfortable! I'm praying for you!
I'm sorry Sam and Anna are going through colic and the stress you are all feeling. You got it, more prayers on the way!
I just can't even imagine how tough it must be. My hubby and I comment to each other frequently asking what we would do with twins. Double the miracle, but definitely double the poop and crying! I really hope that they get on a regular schedule and give you and hubby a break!
Oh gosh...that sounds absolutely horrible!! I had two nights where one kid was awake straight through two feedings...screaming and crying...unconsolable...and I thought I was going to die. I can't imagine that round the clock...
Hoping you have some relief soon!!!
I'm so sorry:( I can only imagine how difficult it would be with two babies!
My only suggestion is to try Colic Tablets from a naturopath/health food store. They're homeopathic. My mom swore by them for her 4 kids, and so does my sister-in-law (she has a one year old now). I don't know if it would work for your little ones, but if you can find them it might be worth a shot?
Hi, I stumbled onto your blog from the Multiples link. My twin boys just turned 2, and one had a real issue with reflux -- you should definitely call your doctor and ask about that, being on medicine certainly helped with his inconsolable screaming. You might also want to try switching formulas, perhaps the one you are using is too harsh for their stomachs. Be prepared, though, many children who demonstrate a sensitivity to milk protein also have an intolerance for soy ... Good luck, hang in there!
So sorry to hear about the babies in pain and you not getting any rest.
Have you tried massage? That might help.
Wishing you better days ahead.
Sorry to hear things are so tough. I think it might just be their age - hope they grow out of it soon!
Lau beat me to it but I was going to offer you massaging them. That is what I did for the twins I use to nanny for. The little boy had colic so bad and he was also in a lot of pain. The gentle massage I gave him helped him a ton. http://www.ehow.com/how_9583_massage-baby-help.html
Love the picture of them--so cute!
AND...YAY for them both smiling!
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