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Twin Baby Must-Haves (What I Actually Used as a Twin Mom)
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items A practical guide to the twin baby essentials I actually used as a twin mom. From twin newborn survival must-haves to everyday gear that made life easier with two babies at once!
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This was is so versatile and can be used even after the newborn bassinet phase. We loved how it becomes a changing table as well as a pack and play when not sleeping.
Baby Trend Retreat Twins Nursery Center, Quarry - Twin Playard with 2 Bassinets, Changing Table, and Music Center
If you formula feed or pump, you will be making ENDLESS bottles, this helped so much for pre-making larger batches! One of my twins had a CMPA and the other did not, so they were on different formulas. I used one color for each child to ensure I didn...
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula and Breastmilk Mixing Pitcher with Locking Lid & No Drip Spout - 32 fl oz - Light Blue: BPA-Free
I know this shows up on every twin list, and for good reason! This is a need, unless you have four arms at all times haha. We ended up primarily bottle feeding and this was a lifesaver!
Twin Z Nursing Pillow - Navy
We opted to avoid the WiFi-enabled monitors after some horror stories from friends, and I’m so glad we did! This monitor is so clutch, allowing you two view both children at the same time. You can adjust the angle and lighting of each camera separate...
bonoch 7" 720P Baby Monitor with 2 Cameras HD LCD Split Screen Video Audio No WiFi Auto Night Vision
An essential! Bottle warmer that fits two bottles at once.
Grownsy 8-in-1 Baby Bottle Warmer with Timer
It’s expensive but absolutely worth it! We use this stroller to walk miles everyday. It is excellent on all sorts of terrain and does actually fit through a standard doorway (as long as it isn’t being used with two car seats- in that case it was hit ...
Bugaboo Donkey 6 - Double stroller
This is clutch to have on a registry for anyone who is having a baby, however, with twins I think it is even more important if both babies will be in the same room together. Being able to control it from your phone makes it even more convenient. This...
Hatch Baby Sleep Support, Sound Machine, Night Light, Sleep Trainer, Routine Builder - Putty
This tummy time pillow/ sit me up seat unfolds so if can be used for both babies at once!
Blublu Park 3-in-1 Baby Sit Me Up Floor Seat, Detachable Pillow Tummy Time Mat Anti-Reflux Lounger, Grey
The twins loved being able to play next to each other, but with their own part of the toy
Lovevery The Play Gym: Encourages Color Recognition, Developmental Toys, Multiple Position Options, Multiple Textures
Loved that this carrier separates into two separate carriers!
TwinGo Original Tandem Twin Baby Carrier
Perfect for helping others (and yourselves haha) identify who is who!
Twin Baby ID Bracelet | Personalized Name Band for Newborn Twin Boys | Hospital ID Anklet | Triplets Gift | NICU Multiples Identification
We use these to label anything & everything! They have lasted on their bottles/cups through two and a half years worth of daily dishwasher runs!
1000 Removable Food Labels, Water/Oil Resistant
Used these constantly! Aesthetically pleasing and the twins loved them!
Maxi Cosi® 2-in-1 Kori Lightweight Rocker
Once they can hold their heads up and started to get heavy, I used this all the time! It allows you to have one hand slightly free even when holding both children.
Tushbaby Original Premium Hip Seat Carrier
A hands free pump is crucial when dealing with two babies at once. This one was the perfect blend of affordable and functional!
Momcozy S12 Pro Hands Free Breast Pump Wearable, Double Portable Breast Pump Electric, 24mm White HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
You’ll need a ton of these! This was our favorite brand of burp cloths
Comfy Cubs Muslin Burp Cloths 20x10, Pack of 10
Expensive but worth every penny. This comes highly recommended for a reason! We got two of these and I wish we could still use them as toddlers! It provides so much comfort and is easy to toggle in the app between babies.
Owlet Dream Sock - Smart Wearable Baby Monitor with Live Heart Rate & Oxygen Alerts - Bedtime Blue: Movement Sensor, Temperature Reading
We used the Huckleberry app to track EVERYTHING. With two babies, it is a lot harder to remember things like last diaper changes, bottles, naps, etc.
Huckleberry Care
The ready to feed version of your preferred formula is incredibly helpful on those early days when you are just too exhausted to mix formula. These saved us during the newborn phase!
Enfamil NeuroPro Ready to Feed Infant Formula Bottles - 2 fl oz Each/24ct: Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Added Prebiotics
We opted to get 2 of these and boy am I glad we did! As much as we all want to avoid having “container babies”, realistically, we have to put them down sometimes. These were a saving grace so we could grab a quick bite to eat ourselves while they enj...
Graco Simple Sway Baby Swing with Plush Seat and Adjustable Speeds, Ivy - Walmart.com
Perfect for containment both inside and outside! Large enough for both babies and you to fit.
POP 'N GO PLAYPEN - Foldable Baby Tent w/ Canopy & Mosquito Net
Makes clean up from two messy eaters so much easier!
Minimono Baby Splat Mat 30 Pcs Waterproof
I only breastfed very briefly, but this was a lifesaver during that time! I don’t know how I would’ve done it without this pillow.
* I used both this and the twin z for separate uses! If you can swing both, I would say get both.
My Brest Friend Twin Nursing Pillow - Evening Grey
The book my husband swears by!
Dad's Guide to Twins: Survive & Prepare
There are a ton of twin books on the market, but this one was a favorite!
What to Do When You're Having Two: Twins Guide
Okay this sounds crazy but it was such a help for us! We got these and practiced holding two babies, feeding two babies, and just figuring out how to handle having two. We brought these back out once the kids turned got interested in pretend play!
Twin Baby Dolls
Having an easily movable rolling cart helped for pumping/breastfeeding and moving everything from room to room.
Rolling Cart for Pumping/Breastfeeding Storage
My favorite hands free pumping bra!
Hands-Free Pumping Bras for Moms
For your sanity, this is a need!
Instacart+
Referral code: 880F995 gets you $2! I highly recommend joining the rewards program for whichever diaper brand you choose! We go through diapers so quickly and I feel like we are cashing out rewards once a month!
Diapers, Baby Care, and Parenting Information | Pampers US
When you’re changing two diapers at the same time, having two of these makes it much easier than running to the bathroom between changes to wash your hands!
Diaper Cream Brush - up&up™
Because you deserve it!
I wore this constantly haha
Twins Spring Summer Pregnancy Announcement Shirt, Expecting Twins Pregnancy Announcement Tshirt, Twin Mom To Be Twins Baby Reveal Tee
Perfect for telling the world that you’re having twins!
Twin Mom Shirt, Twin Mom Gifts, Twin Dad Shirt, Twin Dad Gifts, Mom of Twins Shirt, Twin Baby Announcement, Twin Pregnancy Announcement Idea
Such a cute addition to a birth announcement!
Twin Birth Announcement Sign
I have had this on my phone case for over a year now and it’s sticking strong! The perfect sticker for your phone case, laptop, or water bottle!
Twin Mom Vinyl Sticker, Waterproof Laptop Decal
What we used for our Instagram announcement!
Twins Pregnancy Announcement Digital Twins Simple Pregnancy Reveal Baby Announcement Boho Gender Neutral
Hands down my favorite robe for late nights. I actually still wear this as much as possible !
Womens Robes - Kindred Bravely
A fav twin “souvenir”! You can upload anything for them to laser/etch. I did my children’s footprints at birth and it is one of my most favorite items!
Custom Stanley 1913 Cups | Custom Water Bottles, Tumblers & More