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[quote=Anonymous]I have twins.  Here's my two cents:

- definitely get back-up coverage, not just for when your parents will be away, but also for whenever someone is sick or for you and your husband to carve out some time, or for the time when your parents may not be fully up to the task of twin care.  Having a few people you can call on, who know the kids and your routine, can be a HUGE lifesaver.

- having a firm schedule was essential for us, and making sure that everyone stuck to it was critical.  Our kids are blessed w/ three sets of grandparents (none local so them come and stay with us for a week at a time), a nanny, and a couple of aunts who are deeply engaged in their lives.  We've also had periods when we've needed back-ups for the nanny, or babysitting care.  Maintaining the kids schedule makes transitions in caregivers much easier on the kids, and on the whole house.

Not everyone will think the schedule is so important, some people might give you flack, some might not comply, some will take convincing, and you'll need to stick to your guns.  But it is sooo worth it.

I have three year olds now and I still maintain a pretty firm schedule.  They are great sleepers, great eaters, really good guests when they stay with others (if the schedule is respected) and even though the schedule can sometimes feel a little restrictive, our whole house works better - more calmly, much more smoothly, as a result.

Good luck and congrats on the twins!!![/quote]

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