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Mothers Of Multiples Clubs

July 21, 2015 By Shann 49 Comments

Remember how I just posted about making “mommy” friends? One of the ways I’ve made some great friends is through my local Twins/Multiples Club. I’ve been a member for 2 years now.  I really love being a part of it.  It’s a great group of smart, funny women who also happen to be Moms of Multiples.

Tie Lovie Blankets

If you’re not a mother of multiples, you might wonder what happens at these meetings. We meet once a month and to start, we have a social half hour before the meeting to just catch up and chat. Then, we go over both old and new club business.  We have two annual rummage sales, we have a Fall, Spring, and Summer Party for families, and we also do some outreach in our community. This last year we made a bunch of tie Lovies/Blankets for all the sets of twins born at our local hospital (which is also where we hold our meetings.) We made 37 sets!

Tie Lovie Blankets

 

In the past we’ve made book bundles for new moms of multiples, and went to a local bookstore to read books and answer questions about twins. We also have Moms Night Out, play dates for the kids, and are really there to support each  other. Having multiples is a unique experience, and it’s nice to be able to talk to other women who know exactly what you’re going through.

We’re having a little break in the action right now because we don’t have formal meetings over the summer, but we did have our Summer Party this last weekend. We met at a park so the kids could run around, and then we all had lunch together.  Everyone brought a dish to share, and it was a really great afternoon.

Obviously, the twins’ highlight was the cupcakes and cookies, while my older son had fun running around the playground.

Summer Party

I’m really excited about getting started again this Fall with our Club because I will be taking more of a leadership role.  I’m ready to get more involved, get us out in the community more, and have some fun.

Speaking of fun, I thought I would share my post from 2 years ago when I attended my first meeting.

Back in 2013…

I went to my first “Mothers of Multiples” meeting the other Friday night.  I was a little nervous and anxious…for a couple different reasons.

First, I’m not that great at meeting new people.  I can be a little quiet, and sometimes people mistake that for being snotty or uninterested.  Nope, just shy.

Second, the meeting was taking place at a hospital.  The very same hospital that I gave birth to my first son at (good memories) and the very same hospital that I saw the specialist who advised me to selectively reduce my pregnancy with the twins (Very BAD memories.) So, I get a little queasy even at the thought of that place.

The last reason was that I wasn’t sure if I would be able to relate to these mothers.  Sure, we all have twins, but I had a very complicated pregnancy and birth.  I wasn’t sure if everyone else had full term, relatively normal pregnancies/births, or really what to expect.  I belong to a lot of different support groups on Facebook, and there we all share common experiences with complications such as TTTS/SIUGR and prematurity.  Of course, everyone has different experiences, but I feel comfortable in those groups because I know I can relate in at least one aspect.  I also have the safety of being at home in front of the computer, so if some emotion hits me, I don’t have to hide it.  I wasn’t sure what might happen at this meeting where there were actual “live” people.  🙂

Well, let’s just say I was pleasantly surprised.  I first ran into another mom on the way in who was as lost as I was.  There is all this construction going on at the hospital, so everything looks different.  Luckily, we found someone to direct us (Bonding time #1)

When we got to the meeting room, there were only 3 other woman there.  No one really said much, except to sit down and write your name on a card.  A few more woman trickled in, and some seemed to know each other from previous meetings.  Then a couple pregnant woman came in.  One said she already had a set of twins, and this was her second set.  My husband would have passed out right then and there.

Finally, it looked as though everyone was there.  Everyone went around and was supposed to say a highlight of their summer and a little about themselves.  One woman’s highlight was her twins coming off oxygen (Bonding moment #2)  Her twins had been born around 26 weeks and spent a long time in NICU too.  The woman after her, the one on her second set of twins, mentioned her twins were born at 28 weeks and also came home on oxygen.  The woman next to me mentioned her twins were born at 27 weeks.

Even though their twins were fraternal and didn’t have the same complications, premature birth and the NICU experience is definitely something I can relate too.  I was not happy that they had to experience it, but I was happy that I had some women who would understand if I couldn’t make events during cold/flu season or wouldn’t look at me funny if my kids weren’t walking/talking yet.   I breathed a sigh of relief, and relaxed through the rest of the meeting…even during my turn to speak about my twins.

I will definitely be attending more meetings in the future, and hopefully some family events too.  I’m even hoping that maybe I can help with education and awareness in the community.

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Filed Under: Mothers of Multiples, Twins Tagged With: fraternal twins, identical, leadership, moms, mothers of multiples, summer, summer party, Twins, woman, women

Comments

  1. thehamandcheeseofit says

    July 21, 2015 at 7:49 am

    What a wonderful and supportive group. I am always so awed by the communities people create in order to support themselves. My mother was in many groups for parents of disabled children. She has met so many wonderful parents and life long friends. I am so happy to hear that you too were able to accomplish meeting such a great group of people.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 9:06 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  2. goodenufmommy says

    July 21, 2015 at 8:29 am

    It’s so great that you could form such strong bonds with the moms there. What a blessing that is!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 9:06 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Maegan Dockery says

    July 21, 2015 at 10:06 am

    This is so fun! I’m not a mom yet, but it’s exciting to read about stuff that is (hopefully!) in my future! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Dayne says

    July 21, 2015 at 10:34 am

    Love those lovie blankets! So so so cute!

    Reply
  5. Cole says

    July 21, 2015 at 10:39 am

    That’s so great you were able to find a group of moms you have befriended. I’ve always had a difficult time making friends with other parents. Mostly because I was 17 when my daughter was born. It’s good to have support though!

    Reply
  6. Becky @ Disney in your Day says

    July 21, 2015 at 10:45 am

    Aw, it sounds like a great group! It’s always good to have a support system like that.

    Reply
  7. Robin Masshole Mommy says

    July 21, 2015 at 10:50 am

    What a great way to meet other moms! I love that you found this club!

    Reply
  8. serenemomblog says

    July 21, 2015 at 11:55 am

    I love that you’ve found community support. It’s such a necessary thing to have when you’re a mom, but that goes double for moms of multiples! Great post 🙂

    Reply
  9. Lindsey Smallwood says

    July 21, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    Yay! My friend just had twins and loves her MOM group – good luck!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 2:13 pm

      Awesome! Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Megan VW says

    July 21, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    What a great club! You guys do such great things. I want to join, sadly I have singletons.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 2:13 pm

      Bummer. There’s always hope for the next baby/babies 😉

      Reply
  11. leah herring says

    July 21, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    When we moved to Texas, I joined a moms group via meet up. It was the best decision I made. I made friends instantly and many turned into some of the closest friends I have today. Love that you’ve found that in your group too!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  12. Bernadette Callahan (@AimlessMoments) says

    July 21, 2015 at 1:50 pm

    Sounds like you found a great group! I was in an online moms group, way back when AOL was popular lol and I am still friends with a few of the moms now on Facebook….almost 14 years later.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      That’s so cool.

      Reply
  13. sicorra says

    July 21, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    Shann, This group sounds like so much fun. I love the things you have made, and all of the activities you gals are doing.

    Even without twins, I would enjoy being in a group like this 😉

    Have a great summer!

    Reply
  14. thequietgrove says

    July 21, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    Wow, they must keep you busy! I am in awe of all mothers of Multiples. I have my hands full with my 3 kids and they are each 2 years apart. Love the blankets!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 9:12 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  15. The Trophy WifeStyle says

    July 21, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    Awwwww lucky you for finding a real Life group of mommies!!!! I’m kinda jealous… I’m like 10 years older than all the moms around here since its apparently cool to get preggo when you’re a teenager, so mommy play dates are always so awkward and I’m not even technically that old lol….

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 9:12 pm

      I’m still the oldest too 😉

      Reply
  16. Jessica says

    July 21, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    Love the blankets!!!

    I got your comment on mine that youd be interested in doing a guest post for me, i couldn’t find your email anywhere though. So please email me at wifesticated@gmail.com and I could get you the information. 🙂

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 21, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      Will do! Sorry!

      Reply
  17. Patrice M Foster says

    July 21, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    You have a lots of support this is a good thing and it’s all fun great

    Reply
  18. twitchetts.com says

    July 21, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    What a great way to find some Amazing support!! I don’t know how you do it… Bless you!!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:59 am

      Ha! Thank you!

      Reply
  19. Carolyn says

    July 21, 2015 at 9:42 pm

    That is awesome you have such a great real-life support group. I had to settle for a virtual one but through pregnancies, births and beyond we have grown very close.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:58 am

      Virtual support is really great too!

      Reply
  20. Claire says

    July 21, 2015 at 11:06 pm

    Sounds like a great group! I love connecting with other moms – and it’s great to find ones in a similar situation as you!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:58 am

      Yes! Thanks!

      Reply
  21. Curtis Joseph says

    July 22, 2015 at 12:30 am

    It is amazing that communities like this exist, sometimes people can really surprise you by how kind they are.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:57 am

      Yes, definitely. Thanks!

      Reply
  22. Elizabeth O. says

    July 22, 2015 at 1:16 am

    Love the pretty blankets. This sounds like an awesome group. It’s always nice to connect with other moms and share you experiences with each other. Have fun!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:57 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  23. Ourfamilyworld says

    July 22, 2015 at 1:18 am

    Getting support from other moms is awesome. This sounds like a nice group.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:57 am

      It really is. Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Liz Mays says

    July 22, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    It’s so cute that you guys made blankets for all the twins! I can’t wait to see what other projects your group does.

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 22, 2015 at 6:42 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  25. Lauren White says

    July 22, 2015 at 8:12 pm

    Those blankets are so super cute! What a great supportive group! I don’t know how you mama’s of multiples do it!

    Reply
  26. Jonathan Key says

    July 22, 2015 at 11:26 pm

    What a fantastic club! My wife is a part of a MOPS group and loves it.

    Reply
  27. Mommy A to Z says

    July 24, 2015 at 9:01 am

    What an amazing resource and support system! It sounds really fun too! Thanks for sharing at the Manic Mondays blog hop 🙂

    Reply
    • Shann says

      July 24, 2015 at 9:09 pm

      Thanks for hosting again. It’s one of my favorites!

      Reply
  28. michelle co says

    July 25, 2015 at 1:06 am

    Joining these type of support group is such a big help for moms like us. great to hear about this

    Reply
  29. thejohnsonplusdog says

    September 18, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    Sounds like a great group that you’re a part of! Good for you! It’s been fun co-hosting with you at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 18, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      Thank you! You too!

      Reply
  30. Lorelai @ Life With Lorleai says

    September 21, 2015 at 11:40 pm

    Having a fun and supportive group is awesome! Thanks for sharing and co-hosting at the #HomeMattersParty – you’re lovely! 🙂

    ~Lorelai
    Life With Lorelai

    Reply
    • Shann says

      September 22, 2015 at 7:14 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply

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