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Getting the Support You Need to Raise Twins

By Lisa Marie Metzler

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And don't forget to get husbands involved. Is he good with a hammer or does he enjoy tinkering with cars? Changing the oil in a babysitter's car can be exchanged for a few hours of daycare.

Meals and periodic visits are the norm for most new parents who attend their local place of worship. Many churches have committees that are specially designed to meet the needs of new parents. Penny Knauss, a member at Immanuel Baptist in Traverse City, Mich., enjoys making meal delivery arrangements for new parents who attend her church or who simply live nearby.

Often, church youth groups encourage their teen members to be active in the community. For many, this means helping out the sometimes-frazzled parents of newborns. Teens can work in pairs to care for your twins so you and your partner can enjoy a relaxing night out. And as part of their good citizen program, they usually baby-sit for free. However, ordering a pizza to sustain them while babysitting would probably be appreciated!

Start networking and finding out what programs are available in your area before your twins are due to arrive. You will have more time to read, research and gather information. Your doctor or midwife will have helpful knowledge f what is available in your community.

And don't forget to call your local hospital. Most hospitals have a patient education department that can assist you in your search for support groups or classes offered in the community.

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