Hi all,
We are expecting MCDA twins this summer. We're aiming for a c-section at 36 weeks, but of course they could come much earlier, so either way I'm expecting them to be small!
I'm hoping someone can share advice re. where to buy all the basics clothing-wise. I.E - vests, sleepsuits, hats, cardigans etc. I was going to buy a couple of multi-packs from M&S to see us through the first week or 2, and then buy more once we know they are here safe and what size they are. M&S doesn't seem to actually have any stock of their smallest sizes at the moment.
I'm also wondering if anyone can share recommendations for sleeping bags? We have loved Ergo Pouch for our older 2, but they don't come in small sizes. Are there any brands that do 'premature' type sizing, or do we need to swaddle? (we've found swaddling a bit of a faff in the past, and hugely preferred a zip-up sleeping bag, we're thinking 'quick & easy' will be critical with 2!!)
Any intel would be much appreciated! x
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twinnies1987 · 24/03/2024 10:02
adayatatime23 · 13/04/2024 21:54
Our twins were MCDA born at 36+1 and were not small hahah… 6lb 9 and 6lb 4, just be aware you may not need tiny clothes at all! Safe to have some to hand but don’t go overboard. We used lovetodream swaddles in the early days :)
Bells3032 · 26/03/2024 10:19
Mine was born at 34 weeks and dropped to just over 4lbs when we were released. we found john lewis and marks the best place at the time but i see George Asda now have a decent prem range (though at 36 weeks you may be able to get away with early baby rather than tiny baby).
I really struggled with sleep sacks as most were minimum 5lbs and she was tiny but mighty and even busted out of the swaddle my professional midwife friend put her in. Same friend gave me the tommee tippee one (which i can't seem to find now) and i found the gro company ones also had smaller necks than average (also minimum 5lbs but we got away with it as the necks were very small) so used these until she was about 18 months as the she still has a very small head! haha
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adayatatime23 · 13/04/2024 21:54
Our twins were MCDA born at 36+1 and were not small hahah… 6lb 9 and 6lb 4, just be aware you may not need tiny clothes at all! Safe to have some to hand but don’t go overboard. We used lovetodream swaddles in the early days :)
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