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Mom life : Month 7

Tips from a Twin Mom with girls

- ask for help

- give your babies individual time and attention

- keep your babies close to YOU! You should be their comfort

- do what YOU think is right

- get rest

- make sure they bathe many times!!!

- make sure they play together and learn how to properly

- eat well

#singlemom #momtips #embracevulnerability #twins #newmom

2025/5/6 Edited to

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I’m a single mom of 3 under 2 . Twin mom as well. I feel you sis. God will never put us in situation we can’t handle 💜

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