We asked what was one of the biggest challenges faced as a parent of twins, and you said leaving the house! We asked mum of twins, and founder of Twins Love Concierge, for her top tips on getting out and about with twins...

Leaving the house with Twins may seem a little daunting at first. The thought of heading out with two babies and the mountain of baby items that come with them may seem like the impossible. But as they are initially immobile it is easier than you may think, it just requires a touch of planning and the confidence that you are able to do it on your own. After a few outings, you’ll feel like super Mum or Dad and the fresh air is beneficial for everyone! Here are a few tips before heading out the door to help you have a smoother outing:

2) Stocked Nappy Bag
Having a nappy bag with everything you may need when you are out and about will help for any type of outing. Try having the bag stocked and ready to go the night before, this will cut your time in the morning whilst trying to get everyone ready to head out the door. Always pack as if you will be out the entire day, even if it will be short adventure. Time with the Twins may be prolonged by unplanned feeds and nappy changes. Don’t forget your cooler with breastmilk ready bottles if needed!

3) Feed and go
To alleviate unnecessary stress, plan your departure as soon as your babies are fed. Having a hungry baby, let alone two babies, will not be pleasant for anyone. Have everything ready: change babies (clean nappy and clothes), change yourself, align everything at the door, and then feed babies at the same time. Once they have been fed and burped, place them in their seats or carrier and head out. You will have a good amount of time where they will be sleeping that will allow you to accomplish an errand, until you may need to come back home or settle somewhere where you will have to feed babies once again.

4) Witching Hour Nightmare
Most babies will have a period of time during the day where they will get fussy and nothing will soothe them. This is what we call the dreaded witching hour! This time is usually, but not restricted to, the hours of 4-7 pm. Leaving your house at this time may prove an uphill battle for you and for your Twins. The babies should have the day coming to an end and getting into some form of bedtime routine. Going out will just push their routine back and may lead to two overtired, cranky babies (and one cranky Mummy)!

As a Mum to identical twin girls, Shannon created Twin Love Concierge from experiencing first-hand the dire need of parents of multiples to have access to parenting education and experts outside the world of singletons. With a team of renowned Multiples specialists from OB/GYNS, Midwives, IBCLCs through to Nursery Designers and Party Planners, TLC has become the premier service exclusively for parents of Twins. Setting up roots in London and NYC, the company has now expanded to more than 17 cities worldwide and where classes aren't offered in-person there is an option to join them live online. Alongside her Team of Associates, Shannon continues her mission to banish the myth that multiples are twice the work.