

Twins...double the happiness? The mixed emotions of PPD.
While reviewing my pictures for last weeks blog I noticed something. There were not many pictures of me. When I look back now I know why, I was suffering from Post Partum Depression (PPD). Looking back reminded me how I was feeling the first few months after the twins were born. I had the baby blues my first two pregnancies but this was different. Yes, I had preemie twins, I was more stressed, more emotional and overly exhausted. According to cdc.gov stressful live events

Getting Started...
Getting Started... The year after Jillian and Jessica were born I heard a common question at work, "Jen, can you go talk to this new mom who just had twins?”. Being the only postpartum nurse on my unit with multiples, I was now the go-to person for advice. I spent some time putting together tips to share: • Accept ALL offers of help. There is no reward at the end of the day for doing everything on your own. You can't imagine the pressure this will take off of you! • W