Pros and cons of having children, the weather
The first thing parents think about when they find out aboutsecond pregnancy, - about the difficulties that they will face. Of course, there are disadvantages in such a situation, but one should not forget about the advantages. Such children are more friendly, they play and develop together. For the second child, you do not have to buy diapers and clothes. Children can be sent to kindergarten and school together, so it will be easier for them to adapt to new conditions.
Raising children close in age is difficult, but interestingPhoto: Getty However, there are also disadvantages:
- the woman's body has not yet recovered;
- with the baby it is more difficult to bear pregnancy;
- a woman can not lift weights, and the first child needs mother's hands;
- it is twice as difficult to care for two children who will have a different order of day and night;
- at once two children may not have enough breast milk.
Although twins are often as close to each other as twins, they can be very jealous of their parents, especially the older child, who will have to grow up prematurely.
How to cope with children-pogodkami
Two children of almost the same age is difficultphysically. A woman has to literally become a "supermom", because there is almost no time left for rest. In order for children to develop equally and for none of them to feel a lack of attention and love, it is important to devote an equal amount of time to them. How to make raising children close in age easier:
- if possible, enlist the support of relatives or nannies;
- if finances allow, acquire modern household appliances - washing machine and dishwasher, robotic vacuum cleaner, multivar, stove and oven with timer and so on;
- get as many children's auxiliary goods as possible - carry-overs, walkers, high chairs for feeding;
- periodically separate children;
- Do not be required from an older adult;
- plan your time in advance;
- Avoid competition, do not compare children with each other.
To make your work easier, combine your timefeeding, bathing and activities with both children. And in order not to infringe on the needs of the children, spend the same amount of time with each. Raising children close in age is difficult, but if you organize this process correctly, everything will work out. And remember, it is difficult only at the very beginning, when the kids grow up, it will become easier for you than for mothers with one child, since the children will need less of your attention while they play or study together. It is also useful to know:
