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Allie Walld

Allie Walld

Allie is a fraternal twin. She is also a mom of identical twin boys and an auntie to a set of fraternal twins. Her favorite movie is Back to the Future and her favorite actor is Tom Hanks. She sings and plays bass guitar in a band with her husband, and when she’s not reading or playing word games, you’ll find her in the kitchen baking imperial cookies. Connect with TwinsyTwins on Instagram and Facebook.

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From Twin to Twin Mom: When it Comes to Birthday Cakes
Let Them Eat Cake

From Twin to Twin Mom: When it Comes to Birthday Cakes

Allie Walld

As a mom, I have certainly learned a lot since we welcomed our sons into this world. As a mom of twins, I have figured out how to navigate the challenges associated with parenthood while juggling (read: not literally juggling) two babies at the same time. And as a twin myself, I have the interesting opportunity to experience the world as we watch our twins grow while also having...

The Best Soothers for Newborn Babies
Shhh

The Best Soothers for Newborn Babies

Allie Walld

There's a reason the medical professionals who work within the hospital's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) use Philips Avent Soothies pacifiers for premature babies. It's probably the same reason that parents of newborns also seem to choose the same soothers for their recently welcomed bundles of joy. They work—and they work wonders. These soothers, while being literally...

Things You Can Do to Help Parents of Newborn Twins
What Can I Do?

Things You Can Do to Help Parents of Newborn Twins

Allie Walld

Parenting is hard. Whether it's your first time around the Mom&Pop Block or your second adventure with a subsequent sibling, parenthood can be tough to navigate. The continuous cycle of days blending into nights is exhausting, and what may have worked for parents previously may not be as successful this time around because every baby is different. What isn't different, though, is...

What Should I Buy New and What Can I Buy Used for My Twins?
New...Times Two?

What Should I Buy New and What Can I Buy Used for My Twins?

Allie Walld

Babies, in general, require a lot of belongings. Twins need almost twice as many things. Whether you're buying things new or sourcing items second-hand, the costs can add up quite quickly. If you have any family or friends who recently welcomed a baby, they may give you some gently used items, which can help as you collect things and get ready to welcome your twins. When you're buying...

How to Prevent Bottle Mix-Ups During Feeds with Your Twins

How to Prevent Bottle Mix-Ups During Feeds with Your Twins

Allie Walld

If you thought it would be tricky trying to tell your twin babies apart but have since discovered you just know who is who, give yourself a pat on the back! Now, you can focus your efforts on trying to keep straight whose bottle is whose. They can get mixed up faster than you think. Beyond not wanting to swap their little baby germs while they're still building up their immune systems...

Ten Tips to Stop Baby Wiggling in its Tracks During Diaper Changes
Just Hold Still

Ten Tips to Stop Baby Wiggling in its Tracks During Diaper Changes

Allie Walld

Diapering a baby is relatively easy in the newborn days. They lay there, you go through the motions, and you get from Point A to Point B without any major difficulties, aside from how messy that particular diaper—or butt—might be. But the ease with which you change said butts is something that becomes increasingly difficult as your babies grow and become more nimble (read: Ninja-like...

The Only Mealtime Bibs You'll Ever Need for Your Babies
The Go-To Bib

The Only Mealtime Bibs You'll Ever Need for Your Babies

Allie Walld

When we found out we were expecting twins, we received a barrage of bibs, as I'm sure many soon-to-be parents also have. We had quite an array in our arsenal, from your everyday (many times a day) absorbent bandana drool bibs, to your lightweight, machine-washable feeding bibs, to your heavy-duty, up-to-the-task silicone mealtime bibs. While we had three different styles of bibs...

How to Successfully Sleep Train Your Twins
Goodnight...Sleep Tight

How to Successfully Sleep Train Your Twins

Allie Walld

Sleep. What a beautiful thing. A beautiful thing you wish you could get more and more of now that you've welcomed newborn twins into your life, into your home, into a bassinet in your bedroom. And you'll get those spectacular stretches of sleep once again, I promise–even if, right now, you're at the dreadful point where it doesn't feel like you'll ever sleep again. All you have to do...

The Best Way to Track Water Intake When You're Pregnant With Twins
Hydration Innovation

The Best Way to Track Water Intake When You're Pregnant With Twins

Allie Walld

Swollen ankles. One of the telltale signs you're coming along with your pregnancy. And when you've got two babies on board, that swelling may begin sooner than if you were carrying only one baby, so it's important to keep up with your water intake. When I was expecting my twins, I was very in tune with my body and followed its cues for everything along the way. If my body told me it...

Welcome to TwinsyTwins: Here’s What We’re All About
Nice to Meet You

Welcome to TwinsyTwins: Here’s What We’re All About

Allie Walld

Hey. Welcome to TwinsyTwins. You might be wondering who we are or why we're here. In short, we're twin parents and we're here to help other parents of twins and multiples navigate parenthood with two or more babies. Our executive editor also happens to be a twin, so she's got a unique viewpoint as someone who's raising identical twins and who's also experienced growing up as a...

The Best Wipes Dispenser for Twins
Won't Waste Wipes

The Best Wipes Dispenser for Twins

Allie Walld

Anyone who's ever changed a diaper before knows that things can get messy fast. And if you're not properly prepared, it can become a nightmare fast. When you have twins, you'll be going through twice as many wipes and will want to make sure you equip yourself with a dispenser that won't waste wipes. Things are already going to be expensive enough; you don't need a container that...

How To Survive the Newborn Twin Stage
You Can Do This

How To Survive the Newborn Twin Stage

Allie Walld

Any parent knows that life with a newborn is tiring. But life with newborn twins is a true test of human spirit and functionality. Getting through those first few months can feel impossible at times. There are moments when the exhaustion shrouds everything around you and you stumble around in a daze, surrounded by bottles that need sterilizing, diapers that need to be tossed or washed...

What Do I Actually Need Two of If I’m Having Twins?
Don't Overbuy

What Do I Actually Need Two of If I’m Having Twins?

Allie Walld 2

You've just found out you're having twins. If you're anything like us, once the news lands, you take a few moments to be in shock and electrified disbelief. Sure, a handful of friends and family members joked to us that it might be twins–I am, afterall, a twin (fraternal, if you're wondering)–but that didn't automatically mean I was going to have twins myself. Each of my sisters had had...

Three Quick Ways to Tell Your Newborn Identical Twins Apart
Who's Who?

Three Quick Ways to Tell Your Newborn Identical Twins Apart

Allie Walld

If you're expecting twins, you're probably excited to meet your little ones and nervous about how much work it's going to be. And if those twins you're expecting are identical, you're probably also terrified about how you're going to tell them apart. If you weren't worried about that aspect or it hadn't even crossed your mind until you read the previous line, I'm sorry. And if...

The Coziest Car Seat Covers for Winter with Your Newborn Twins
Keep 'Em Cozy

The Coziest Car Seat Covers for Winter with Your Newborn Twins

Allie Walld

Where we live, we have relatively short, but hot summers. Our winters are long, harsh, and frighteningly frigid. On your run-of-the-mill winter day, hitting -25 degrees Fahrenheit is commonplace. While it's really rare, we've even dipped down to just a few degrees shy of -60 degrees Fahrenheit with the windchill, at the absolute worst. While you wouldn't be venturing out with your...

How to Bathe Your Twins When You’re Alone
Splish Splash

How to Bathe Your Twins When You’re Alone

Allie Walld

In an ideal world, you'd always have one parent or caregiver available per baby. You'd never be short-handed and you'd never be wishing with every fiber of your being that you could sprout three new arms when it feels like you need to be in three places all at once. If you're a parent of twins, you've probably got a series of these type of heart-attack-inducing scenarios flooding...

Why We Love the Casdon Dyson Cord-Free Vacuum
Time to Tidy

Why We Love the Casdon Dyson Cord-Free Vacuum

Allie Walld

Every little boy or girl wants to be just like their parents. When they see their mom or dad cleaning up or doing chores around the house, they quickly learn how to mimic the motions and want to help get things done. At least, that's what we found with our kids. Our twins became obsessed with vacuuming after we rearranged the living room. As part of the new set-up in the room, we...

This Toy Will Make Bath Time with Your Twins a Breeze
Nothin' But Net

This Toy Will Make Bath Time with Your Twins a Breeze

Allie Walld

The HAP-P-KID Bath Time Basketball Hoop will make bath time with your twins a slam dunk. While it's made to be used inside the tub, we actually have it set up on the outside of the tub to keep whichever toddler ISN'T in the tub entertained and busy while their twin is splashing in the suds. It's the perfect distraction because you can fill the net with the three colorful balls that...

Why We Love the Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smartwatch
Toddler Tech

Why We Love the Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smartwatch

Allie Walld

Is there anything more precious than your two adorable toddlers? Yes. Your two adorable toddlers tromping around the living room while wearing comically oversized–and just down-right cute–smartwatches that they're so proud of owning, they act totally nonchalant about them. Both my husband and I wear smartwatches every day to track our steps and other health and wellness goals, keep an...

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