I have been noticing lately the twins doing the same thing or laying the same way...I love it...just that special 'twin' bond!
Look at those feet crossed exactly the same...
...and those hands clasped exactly the same...
...and laying exactly the same!!
I wanted to address a few comments I have received lately. First of all, I realize that there is a SIDS risk by putting my babies on their tummy...that is why I am continuously checking on them during their naps. Sometimes I even blog while sitting in their nursery so that I can be right there. I think it's kind of funny how the only people that say anything about this issue are anonymous. One even asked me not to publish their comment so that is why it is deleted! Another thing that I have gotten several comments on is the sleep positioners...I realize that they are supposed to be used around the belly area, but by feeding time or morning time both babies end up like they were in the picture. They both like their face next to something...it's strange & scary too, but those positioners are breatheable so I don't think it's a big deal! I am just trying to clarify some things since I have gotten so many of the same comments!
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Funny how everyone has suggestion on what you should do with 'your children'. Only there mother knows best! :)
They are SO CUTE!
Let me say it first AWWWW...they are so precious and ADORABLE :)
~Elyse~
Hello! I don't believe I have ever commented on your blog before and I apologize for never introducing myself as I have (lurked)followed your blog for awhile.
You have two adorable babies! I love reading your updates and can't wait to be a mom myself one day. Honestly I was upset when I read people were making comments like that but then remaining anonymous. I always say to each their own. You are always going to have someone complain or want to state their opinion. I would take it as just that. They do not live in your home so they have no idea what actually goes on. If you judged everything based of a picture on the web, imagine what this world would be like.
I am very admirable for what you do and to me as long as those adorable babies continue to grow and are healthy, don't change anything you are doing. :)
That is just my two cents on it.
That is so sweet, my mom used to put Bon and I in our crib together and we would end up one of us head up and the other head down snuggled closely together...they said it was because that's the way we were in the womb....
That is so precious
That's so cute that they do the same things!
My nephew slept on his stomach from the first days he came home until now, because it was the only way he would sleep. You are a wonderful mother and I have no doubt that you take THE BEST CARE of your babies. You are so sweet to even explain anything to your anonymous readers.
((HUGS))
hey Mary Kate! First, I LOVE how both the babies lay the same way! Too cute! Second, don't worry about everyone else! I hate it when people try to push their beliefs on me. You are a great mom & only you knows what is best for your babies. Don't worry about everyone who wants to push their beliefs on you. Especially if they will only post under anonymous!!
The babies are precious...and all the other stuff is just silly! Cynthia from the polka dots and pansies blog lost her son before he was born and people have gone on her blog and said terrible things to her. Some people just aren't happy people and like to try and judge and criticise others to make themselves feel better. "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." is my motto I try to live by. Basic, yet effective.
You're a good mom and your kids are happy and healthy. That is all that matters. Don't sweat the small stuff...it is irrelevant!
It amazes me that people would say such things....you are an amazing mom, I haven't seen you in action but I know you and know that you are a wonderful mom. Keep on keeping on, Mary Kate!!! Those babies will be just fine! I know you have THEIR best interest in mind with everything that you do!!! After all...you worked too hard and prayed too hard for those precious two! Thanks for being bold and sharing! Keep the posts and pictures coming!!! I love reading about these precious babies!
I can not believe how big they are getting. You guys are going to have such a fun summer!
Harrison would always scoot down on his sleep positioner, even sleeping in his pack-n-play right next to us. These babies are just wiggle worms. :) Also H was born with a flat spot on the side of his head (he was breach and up again my ribs), to correct this problem our doctor told us at 2 months to have him nap on his belly. Because it was during the day we also check on him constantly. He is a great sleeper and loves being on his belly. We are planning on doing the exact same thing with the next baby!
You guys are amazing. These babies are so bless to have you both as parents.
P.S. please tell Mary congratulation for us!
Hun, they're YOUR babies. Do with them as you please. If you feel completely comfortable with them on their bellies, then by all means, do it! Noone else can tell you how to take care of your babies. You ARE their mother and the only one that should care about it.
Disregard the anonymous people. If they don't have the guts to post their name then obviously they don't think their advice is that important.
As they say in the horse industry, there are always going to be people who feel the need to tell you how things are supposed to be done. Take what works for you and throw the rest out the window.
don't entertain people who try to criticize your parenting! a mom knows what works and has an instinct deep enough to know what's right...KEEP DOING JUST THAT! if a poll was taken, i bet more of us let their babies sleep on their tummies than we would think! i did!
i LOVE those "matching" pictures...they are adorable!!
You do what you feel is right. Both of my children slept on their tummies from the time they were home from the hospital but that was 19 and 16 years ago. My son was a huge spit up baby so I would not have wanted it any other way. You need to do what you think is right for your children.
Heather
Don't stress at ALL about the tummy sleeping! They are getting to the point where they can turn themselves if they need to. Caroline sleeps exclusively on her tummy now, and has for about a month...just like her mommy! :)g
I am another of those quiet followers and have so enjoyed your babies growing! When my daughter was born, nearly 21 years ago, we NEVER let our babies sleep on their backs! For the same reason as they don't like them to sleep on their tummies today! And I remember my mum commenting on how we always slept on our backs! Is it a "fashion" thing do you think? As long as you are watching them and they are happy and comfortable, I think it's up to each individual to do what works for you! You babies are beautiful!
I know people talk about the SIDS rate, but quite honestly I know sooooo many people who actually let their kids sleep on their bellies all the time. I sometimes wonder if the stats are even right about SIDS, because these same people would never admit it to their doctor.
Do what you feel right for your own babies. There will always be those who question everything you do in life. Brush it off, have fun, cause you are doing great!!!
Kara (mom and nurse)
as much as i love the blog world, i think it is a bummer that you have to explain yourself and your parenting choices to people you don't even know... when we were babies, we were all put to sleep on our tummies and we made it thru. i hope these random people don't make you doubt yourself--you know your babies and you do what's best for them. keep it up!
My son has slept on his stomach from about 2 weeks old on. I feel that as long as they can lift their head on their own then the risk greatly decreases. You are doing a great job.
You are the mom! Any sane person should know that you wuld never put your own babies at risk. Different things work for different babies! I say do what makes them and YOU happy. Ok I dont even know you I just read your blog because those babies are so stinkin cute and I love to see their pics. They make me smile! Anyway in the words of Thumper fellow bloggers...if you cant say something nice dont say nothin at all.
i love how they are doing things the same! so adorable! that's the downer about the bloggin world, some people have TMI to share! soph has always been a tummy sleeper. looks like you are a fabulous mother to me!
My daughter was premature and in the NICU they put her to sleep on her belly and didn't worry because of the monitors. when we brought her home that is the only way she would sleep. I can imagine that the comments some people leave can be annoying.
I like to read your blog.
I do not think you have to explain yourself. You should do what do you thing as a mom what is the best for you kids and ignore the rest of the comments.
After being in NICU and sleeping on her belly in there, that was the only way she would sleep after we got home with her. So that's what we did....Hey we turned out fine, right? Anyway, now at 14 months, she loves to sleep on her back, all sprawled out.
Brianne Parnell
They are so precious!
Mary Kate - You do what is best for YOUR babies and don't let anyone tell you any different. That is why you are their Mommy!! I truly enjoy your blog and I think you are a great Mommy to these precious little babies. Keep up the great work... isn't it so rewarding?
((HUGS))
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