Those of you with dts and older dc - how do you cope with housework?

[Ewemoo]

My dts are 10 weeks old today and I also have a 4yo dd. Obviously dd1 is at school full-time (thank the lord)so isn't around during the day but I find my dts so demanding I find it impossible to get on and get the housework done. I think I've done well if I've managed to get dd1 to school, wash up, make bottles, put one load of washing on and get myself something to eat. Am I being lazy or is this normal life with dts at this stage? They are very unsettled and usually one or other is crying and needs comforting. I use the sling when I can but find it gives me backache. Any tips from experienced twin mums who can let me know how they coped in the early months? Also, dd1 when at home is so messy and her toys end up strewn all round the house. She will only tidy up when she's in the mood otherwise it's tantrum time.

[ilovespagbol]

you seem to be doing brilliantly. i cant offer much advice but just wanted to say that. i dont manage to do half what you do and i only have one dd, 16 weeks. our house is a mess, i do what i can in snatched moments!

[Bmum1]

Err - I have a cleaner once a week and a mother's help for three afternoons and I still seem to end up spending my whole life washing, doing bottles and tidying up after my three week old dts and two older ds (one in school, one in morning nursery), so how anyone copes without help is beyond me.

[jennyroper]

I have 15 wk old twins and a 2 yr old. even though it is a serious stretch financially, I have a cleaner too. Weds mornings my fav time of the week. We can barely afford it but it does sooooooo much for my morale I can justify it (I think...)