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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Each parent should do a trial day alone juggling the two babies. Then come back here to say what a terrific way to go!

Maybe experienced nannies have special magical powers. ;)[/quote]

Are you a nanny?  Have you never cared for more than one child?  First off, nannies do have magical powers compared to most first-time parents.  It's why we were hired.  Secondly, unless you have a one-to-one nanny-child ratio, your kid will have to wait sometimes but the easiest way to juggle teo is for them to be one the same routine.  As a twin nanny, it is MUCH easier to care for twins than a baby and a 3yo.[/quote]
I've worked with both twins and shares. Twins are infinitely easier. Each child is in their own home, and accustomed to accommodating each other with the same parents.

In shares, I always feel sorry for the visiting child who always has a hard time napping in a strange environment. It's impossible to hold one baby for hours without neglecting the other baby. Parents are clueless about this. But it's a bargain arrangement for them, and maybe a slightly higher wage for the nanny.

The babies are the ones who suffer the most during the time they need to be learning about security and trust. I no longer accept shares with two babies for that reason.

Think about it.

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