What It's Like Having Twins: What to Expect!

What It's Like Having Twins: What to Expect! | Kendra Atkins

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Hi everyone! Today I am sharing what my experience has been like with twins. My girls are 15 months so I wanted to share some things that have helped along the way! Thanks for watching!
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@Lisbett_Again 6 жыл бұрын

I exclusively breast feed my twins . The 1-4 months wasn’t rough for me . They rarely cried . Also were born a month early . Mine are fraternal twin boys. There is hope !

@xomariahmorris 6 жыл бұрын

I don’t even have twins, but I love watching you and your girls so much. I love your laid back parenting attitude!

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Mariah Morris thanks!

@morganshaw2544 6 жыл бұрын

I have seven-week-old twin girls and am constantly referring to your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your journey.

@katelynsouth5555 6 жыл бұрын

Morgan Shaw hey, me too! Lol I love her videos!

@ashleyruiz794 5 жыл бұрын

Loved this video, thank you very much! I appreciate your videos. You're always so realistic and natural!

@teri1353 6 жыл бұрын

Such a good video! The girls are pretty lucky too, to have such a good mama! I just love, love, love, watching them💜❤💜

@klaratakas757 5 жыл бұрын

Kendra, this video is everything. Thank you so much for this! I have twin girls that are 8 months old. I’m having a rough time at the moment and really needed to hear a lot of what you said. Love your videos!!! Love from Down Under xxx

@kig0819 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I’m having mo/Di twin girls on Tuesday. I’ve been binge watching your videos and they have helped me so much 💕💕

@Mandasozaa 6 жыл бұрын

You literally took the words out of my mouth!! This video really help put me at ease and made me realize that everything that I’ve gone through and what I feel is normal. Thank you!!

@beckykip4905 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Kendra! My boys are coming in the next few weeks and it’s so hard to prepare for such an unknown and less common experience. I needed that encouragement today.

@alyssalewis8317 5 жыл бұрын

I just found out today that we're having twins!! 😭

@beaniebootheunicorn7059 3 жыл бұрын

Why a crying face?

@rawbiscuits101 2 жыл бұрын

@@beaniebootheunicorn7059 tears of joy

@reneeca5696 6 жыл бұрын

How inspirational and beautiful!! You are doing such a great job raising those two little sweeties - and it's even more evident after hearing all your wise and positive sentiments, that June and Violet are blessed, to have you for their mama💖

@rukiyamarilyn3156 5 жыл бұрын

I’m 5 months pregnant (my first pregnancy) with twins boy and girl. I’m so excited for them to be here. I never expected my first birth would be twins😂😭❤️

@e69erika 6 жыл бұрын

aww Kendra! I love you're family so much! I'm having twins and your videos have helped me so much to think differently about raising twins rather than stories that people are telling :)

@Muslingmusling 6 жыл бұрын

I love how positive you are! I have 7 month old fraternal twin girls and I get a lot of inspiration from you. Its awesome being a twin mom. :)

@taylork1355 6 жыл бұрын

Love this!! Our girls are 4 months next weekend and they are definitely in the crying nonstop stage! Thank you so much!

@sweetazrn12206 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😊👍🏼I have 6-month-old boy/girl twins and I can relate to a lot you said! It is super important though like you were saying at the end of the video to remind yourself how blessed you are to have twins. I sometimes think I’m not doing enough and then I remember how people struggle with just one and I can do it with two at the same time! It’s easy to feel jealous or compare yourself to other moms who have one baby but you’re right- it is SO special to have two. Big hugs ❤️

@wghlhc 6 жыл бұрын

Love your video! I have almost 6 months old identical twin sons and I have been referring your videos ever since I was pregnant! I can not imagine how you are looking after your girls by yourself during the day! I always have help and I am still sometimes overwhelmed by the amount of work and effort! I wish I am as independent as you!

@fernandaliepkaln8145 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Kendra! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I have a 4-year-old girl and pregnant with twin girls due next month! So overwhelmed, but also overjoyed, thanks for sharing so many positive things ❤️

@heyitscaton 6 жыл бұрын

My twins are 16 months old and I just nodded along with your whole video! I agree and can relate to everything you shared 🤗

@jocelynsaito1268 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I’ve been watching your videos since I got pregnant with my son who’s soon to be 2, and I just found out I’m pregnant with twins! I have been very overwhelmed and just hearing you talk about how some moms are just meant to be twin moms and picturing all three of my kids running to me for hugs and kisses just really put my heart at ease. Thanks for all your lovely videos! 💜

@brittn37 6 жыл бұрын

My twins are 8 months old and I found you when I was pregnant and I’m so glad I did!! You’ve been so helpful to me and I’ve loved watching your girls grow and you have made me feel like I can get through it too! Sending internet love 💕💕

@mamallamaandthelittles 6 жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better myself! Thank you for reminding me I have what it takes 💞

@adambrewer6677 6 жыл бұрын

This video was perfect timing. I have 8month old b/g twins. Having such a rough day with major mom guilt, but this video really lifted my spirits. Thank you!!! Brittany

@kimberlyvenz3894 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am pregnant with twins, my first pregnancy. I find out their genders tomorrow. I love watching your videos, they are so helpful and inspiring ❤❤

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

so glad to hear!

@karie3212 6 жыл бұрын

SO EXCITING!

@dianes6103 6 жыл бұрын

Soooooo, what’re you having? 😜 hehehe

@kimberlyvenz3894 6 жыл бұрын

Two more hours!

@turtlelover687 6 жыл бұрын

Kimberly Harris did you find out yet???? Sorry I'm very nosey..

@xoxoLifeisbeautiful 6 жыл бұрын

I love what you said at the end about twin mom's having something special in them. It's what I have to remind myself on the rough days! That I would not have been blessed with two if it wasn't something I could handle! And even after a long day of TWO fussy babies, you could never imagine your life without both of them. Each baby brings something so unique and special into the world! I have so many mom's that I meet who have just one kid, and want another, but dread going through another pregnancy.. because we all know how exhausting it is! So think how amazingly lucky you are to only have to endure one pregnancy and Bam! There's your little family! Hahaha. It's honestly the best ❤️❤️❤️

@denitagaines6272 6 жыл бұрын

So glad I stumbled upon your channel, expecting twin girls this September, your feedback has been great and your Littles are adorable.

@jessicasanders4617 2 жыл бұрын

I needed to hear this today. My girls are 7 months and I could go into so much detail but just know this video was still relevant years after posting.

@lindseygarrett286 6 жыл бұрын

I don’t have twins, but I noticed so many similarities between your experience with twins and mine with two under 2. I found that so interesting! Thank you for always being so encouraging! Your girls are blessed to have you!

@kchartrau 6 жыл бұрын

So so true about not letting your children rule your life. I have (and still do) struggle with that sometimes. Finding the balance between what I did pre-baby and my mom role now. Thanks for the video! ❤️

@chanellover77 6 жыл бұрын

I’m 23 weeks pregnant with identical girls and your videos have helped so much! Before I even knew I was pregnant with twins I took to KZfaq and your video was the first I clicked on. We are so excited!

@hostesswiththemostess2981 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best videos about twins I’ve seen. I haven’t been much of a hormonal crier throughout this pregnancy but I did tear up at the end of this video. Not only is this informative, it is empowering. Thank you so much

@aimanmazloum9561 3 жыл бұрын

I really needed this ! Thanks a lot for sharing

@kaylasargent1515 6 жыл бұрын

My twin girls turned 6 weeks old yesterday. This was so incredibly encouraging! Thank you!

@AL-pt2of 3 жыл бұрын

Kendra, my wife and I have been blessed by the news of our first babies being twins but it's only 12 weeks and has been very tough for my wife. We watched this video twice so far and you have changed and comforted us in the most inspiring and positive way. Sending you best wishes to your growing family and will watch your entire library (slowly)!

@anniekingsley5039 6 жыл бұрын

I love this video so much. I feel the same way about my life with my boys!!! It actually made me cry ur whole outro omg it was EXACTLY how I feel every single word. Thank u so much! Ur amazing! U don't know how much this touched me!

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Annie Kingsley aw thank you SO MUCH

@feliciawight5049 6 жыл бұрын

23 weeks now and your videos have been so incredibly helpful and fun to follow along with! I really appreciate you taking the time to do this and think of all the mommas is who will be where you once were. I love the realness of this video, as a soon to be Mom of twin boys I’m not looking for sugar coated tips! Lol so thank you! But also thank you for the encouragement and for all the positives that come with twins. I’m sure it’s easy to forget that somedays. Keep up the amazing work and THANK YOU! ☺️♥️👏🏼🐝🐝

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for leaving that comment! So glad I can help!

@nymom5751 6 жыл бұрын

Loved this video. You are a wonderful Mom! ❤️

@megantran7001 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You! I’ve been having a rough week with my 15m old twins and I needed that pep talk!

@tayloradams3607 4 жыл бұрын

So thankful for this video!! Helping other expecting twin mamas ❤️

@jgo8313 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos, even though you must be a very busy mom, you look amazing!!! Hope your family is doing great!

@SimplyAlexandra 6 жыл бұрын

This setup is really cute! Love your realistic view and tips. XO

@michalraviv2777 6 жыл бұрын

The whole time I was watching this video, nodding vigorously, mumbling "yes, yes, so true..." . My twin girls are 2 months younger than yours, and ever since we were pregnant you have been such a great comfort to me, helping me know what to expect. Thank you for sharing your journey

@janeandrew4244 6 жыл бұрын

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this video. Such a well presented insight into your unique day to day life. I have a 9 month old baby girl who I adore but there are some days that are tougher than others so I can’t imagine having 2!! I’ve loved watching your channel over the last year and am going to forward a link to this video on to my brother in law and his wife who have just found out they are expecting identical twins also as I think you have provided some great tips xx

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Jane andrew yay so glad you enjoyed!!

@asraq.4305 4 жыл бұрын

Been following since before you got pregnant with the girls, but now going back to watch the twin videos since I had twin girls :) thank you so much for the content and sharing your family! 💕

@andreahamud1376 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this!My girls were born on 12/7 at exactly 36 weeks, and are almost 4 months. It was good to hear you say you thought they were more sensitive and that things got better around 4 months. The crying is just starting to calm down. I thought maybe it was just me! Thanks for reaffirming how difficult (but truly AMAZING) having identical girls is.

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

glad you enjoyed!

@rosieruiz9352 6 жыл бұрын

Hi kendra Im a fellow twin mom! I found your channel while i was pregnant and your advice has really helped me with my twins they are now 7 months

@saydiebennett7951 6 жыл бұрын

im 10 weeks with twins and look for these videos! thank you so much for uploading this. ❤

@girliegirl0711 6 жыл бұрын

Such an organized great mom you are! Impressed!

@brookestreun6723 6 жыл бұрын

Can I just say your hair looks AMAZING! 🐝

@MlleColchique 6 жыл бұрын

Hey! What a great video! I am expecting triplets - two identical boys and one fraternal girl, and I can feel how specific relationship they are sharing...I feel so blessed! Anyway, keep up a good work, love from Europe ❤️❤️❤️

@As-wx1ru 5 жыл бұрын

I am pregnant with identical twin girls and wow, I needed to hear this. I have found so far there is not much positivity in the twin mom community. Thank you for your refreshing perspective. Your encouragement really reminded me that God gave my husband and I these two babies at once because he believes we can handle it! Thank you Kendra ⭐️

@ninae.lavelanet-lewnau143 6 жыл бұрын

This was great! Thanks Kendra!!

@ap301307 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much . I am expecting twins in May and I really appreciate this video ! 💕

@maryamk6678 6 жыл бұрын

Hi from Dubai, UAE! Currently pregnant with identical twins and I watch your videos on repeat! Thank you so much! Huge fan and just love you and the girls!

@melanienorman8981 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you!! I am pregnant with twins I have watched just about all your videos!!! I sooo appreciate you for doing this!!

@hannahbentson9374 6 жыл бұрын

Loved this if I ever have twins or know someone who is I will be referring back to this. You’re so encouraging! I love that you say “the girls” instead of twins. I feel sometimes when people say the twins it really makes them seem the same and like they aren’t two separate people. So way to go mommy! You’re super!

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Hannah Bentson thanks so much!!

@jocelynrubio6125 6 жыл бұрын

Mommy of twins!🙋 I get stop all the times and get ask the same questions. I have fraternal twins. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Jocelyn Rubio thanks for watching!!

@AlexaTatiana 5 жыл бұрын

Jocelyn Rubio haha me too! I have a boy and a girl and people still ask me if they are identical! Lol

@etvscandalfanpage2011 3 жыл бұрын

Me too I have fraternal twins😄

@emilyleslie606 6 жыл бұрын

YES I’ve been waiting for you to do a video like this! I had identical twin girls 3 weeks ago (they’re currently in the NICU but we’ll be most likely going home this weekend) and I’m so lost about what to do when I get home 😂 Thank you so so much for this!

@tamarawallace9625 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 19 weeks pregnant with fraternal twin boys! It's also my first pregnancy so your videos are a great place to start for information!

@Stacelace85 6 жыл бұрын

Love watching June and violet and the ‘real ness’ of twin life.

@cheannelombard7476 2 жыл бұрын

Just found out I'm pregnant with twin boys. Thank you for your videos, my husband and I just found them and we've only watched two, but I already find them reassuring and very helpful.

@lexicarpful 6 жыл бұрын

Your hair seriously looks amazing!!!

@amymcatackney7337 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I’m 15 weeks pregnant with twins (first time pregnancy). Your page really helps me.

@milisapina6831 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much- ALL of this is so true!!! I have a girl and a boy of 7 months and it is amazing❤️❤️

@elizabethfulgham6260 6 жыл бұрын

I can relate!! My fraternal girls are almost 8 mo! It’s fun to watch your girls and to think that mine will be there soon! Thanks for the videos! 😍🐝

@aribeltamayo6727 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks SO much! I needed this video.

@shaw200js 6 жыл бұрын

I agree it is so special and lucky to have twins. I agree sometimes I would get jealous of the ease or things moms with singletons would get to do. It is true how lucky we are to have twice the cuddles, and love from two babies. My girls are almost a year. I really enjoy watching your girls.

@erinfmikolai 6 жыл бұрын

I loved hearing you say everything I think everyday. No one can truly understand except for another twin mom. Taking only one of them out in public is honestly as relaxing as a spa day. Crazy right?

@limmao1624 5 жыл бұрын

Love your closing statement! I was the same way. I was not scared when I found out I was pregnant because I felt like I was prepared for one baby. But getting the news that they were TWINS? It was like I was back at square one. Thank you for your video and your words of encouragement!

@melissapowers4780 6 жыл бұрын

You have me crying when talking about their sisterly bond. I had my first in October and while I’m not always sure if I can handle the new newborn stage, I really want her to have a sibling.

@CorynnODea 6 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, absolutely loved your video. My twin boys are due in June and my husband and I watched this together. You made amazing points and I loved your closing with the positive message. 🐝🐝

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Corynn O'Dea thank you! And good luck!

@ShaniquaSnowden 6 жыл бұрын

My twin boys are due in June as well. Time has flew by! I'm going to be a FTM. Congrats to you!

@CorynnODea 6 жыл бұрын

Shaniqua Snowden oh wow! Small world :) yes it has gone by fast and FTM here too! Congrats and good luck with your little guys 💙

@flaviah9588 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this when you first posted just out of curiosity, but now I’m rewatching because I’m actually expecting identical twin girls! Never would have thought this video would be so applicable to me! Thanks for all the advice.

@kendraatkins 4 жыл бұрын

congrats!

@aideealmeida8196 6 жыл бұрын

I'm just here because I love your girls and I always wanted twins. 😍😍

@lilalovsu 6 жыл бұрын

This is such a great video!! Thank you :)

@SB-dk1ty 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Kendra, thank you so much for your videos. I am 12 weeks pregnant with twins and you have made me feel like I can do it! 😄 Love your videos. Ps.. Your hair 😍😍 xxx

@cousinlizzy4507 6 жыл бұрын

Loving this video!

@madiepyle2294 6 жыл бұрын

I LOVED THIS! My girls are two months old now and I’m definitely going through the crying ALL THE TIME phase

@ashtonpatton7014 6 жыл бұрын

Love this video and I only have one baby! I love your positive attitude, but I also suuuuper appreciate when you show the crying times too, and it makes me feel better about my almost one year old who can be a bit dramatic too 😂 you're doing an amazing job and those girls are lucky to have you 💕

@CLIntuitiveGuidanceToHealing 6 жыл бұрын

Oh I just love this video! I was nodding and smiling the entire video! My twins are 7 months old, boy and a girl and I’m a stay at home mom, each day is definitely a roller coaster but I feel so blessed! My “me” time is doing my workouts and make up everyday, even though I stay in like everyday I still like to do my make up and feel like a woman that has been a thing that grounds me when things get crazy throughout the day lol and I definitely enjoy my coffee. Can’t wait for spring to get here so I can get out every day for a walk with them thank god for double strollers 😆❤️

@jas7036 6 жыл бұрын

Great video and with 10.5m old twins it's nice to hear and very relatable

@noel_and_elle1994 4 жыл бұрын

My twins are less than a week old now Excited to watch

@mag1714 6 жыл бұрын

my twin girls are 3 months old now. :) I love watching your videos now that you are a mom. You are like the big sister (who is the same age as me) with the best advice. I do understand not wanting to be stopped by strangers especially since Flu season has been so bad this year. I don't want people breathing on my little babies with all the sickness going around!

@dstuart8722 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. Especially your advice at the end. I'm due in about 4-6 weeks as a first time mom

@jangle318 6 жыл бұрын

Things definitely change quickly when you have twins. Mine are going to be 4 in July, and I can totally relate to everything you mentioned, but really only through the age that yours are now. It feels like so long ago that mine were at that stage, and there are different challenges now at the age mine are currently. I really needed this video though. It’s hard to get caught up in all the struggles and negatives having twins (one of mine also has special needs), but this video was a reminder to think about how lucky I am to have been blessed with them.

@emilyRose-bo6jh 6 жыл бұрын

Love this video! We just had identical girls (in the 3 month struggle currently) this video is sooo true and real! Thanks for sharing :)

@debbieimona6408 4 жыл бұрын

Yea. I gave birth to twins twice.boy boy and girl girl.

@dianafurr4731 6 жыл бұрын

As always I love your videos💕 Even though I don’t have twins I find this video very helpful. I have a 10 month old little boy and every time I watch your videos I feel better 😅😇you always keep it real! Thank you so much!😍 love it!💖

@meghangossett3091 6 жыл бұрын

I like how you said moms of twins are strong. It seems super common to see that

@Xquisit3 6 жыл бұрын

I am expecting twin girls myself and I cannot say how much you have helped me to plan and think about when they will be born. I was a bit negative but after seeing your two week update where you say having twins is a miracle and that is so true! Thank you for your videos. Ps: you have beautiful girls:)

@mother2faith 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a helpful video and I don’t even have twins. I think that a lot of the things you mentioned are true of large families as well. (Like being a spectacle in public.) I have 9 and when we’re all together in public we are stopped with so many questions. I also seem to always have one crying. It’s all about perspective and you did a great job of explaining that here.

@nicolekekewich8148 6 жыл бұрын

Loved this video, just what I needed to hear! Actually made this emotional new twin mum tear up at the end haha :) Love your videos. I have fraternal boy/girl twins and they are almost 6 weeks.

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

glad you enjoyed! thanks for watching!

@theswirlesclan48 6 жыл бұрын

My twins are the same Aria is more physical and can do more moving things, where Alyssa is the more vocal one and can say a few nearly words giggle. Trying to not let the kids take over is such a great point to remember! This a great video hun thanks for sharing.

@lokilove717 6 жыл бұрын

The buggy bench has been a life saver for taking my twins shopping! It creates a seat inside the back of the shopping cart. I recommend it to any twin mom I come across!

@cincinmoon 6 жыл бұрын

Hi ja! Thanks for your Honesty about how it really is. I don’t have children but I’m not ignorant to the challenges!Glad you keep exercising and staying healthy...you have more tough and happy days coming. Thanks for your videos! All the best wishes. May I ask? I would love to see your filming set up? What type of equipment you like using? If you find the time time... 😀

@krisb5488 6 жыл бұрын

My twin boys will be a year old at the end of the month and everything you talked about is so true!

@hannahbentson9374 6 жыл бұрын

Learning so much!

@theglitterpharmacy9160 6 жыл бұрын

Yes. Just yes. Everything you said was so true. I wish I had this video when I was pregnant, I was so nervous!

@miltonreid5568 6 жыл бұрын

Your advice is perfect! thank you so much

@kaseehalbert2046 6 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I didn't see this before I had my twins. Your experience is totally opposite of mine. The first 6 months were a breeze, once they got mobile it was more difficult until we found a new routine. Your girls are a few weeks younger than mine and it's so interesting to hear your experience and it being the complete opposite!

@kendraatkins 6 жыл бұрын

Kasee Halbert that is crazy!! It shows how different each baby is!

@kaseehalbert2046 6 жыл бұрын

It's so much easier to see that when you have two babies at once too!

@cbrick329 6 жыл бұрын

Loved watching even though I only have my one little right now. It's crazy how much you get stopped out with a baby so I can only imagine twins and getting stopped more!