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Q. A very dear friend of mine is pregnant with triplets. I only have one child, and absolutely no experience in caring for multiples. I want to get her a few practical gifts or devices that will help with the babies. I will be helping her to take care of the babies, helping out with the laundry, cooking, cleaning, housework, or any errands she might need me to do.
I've purchased a used triplet jogging stroller, three electric baby swings and three new Itzbeen Baby Care timers, to help her keep track of feedings, diaper changes, and naps. I've also purchased a backpack from 31 gifts, and I had her name embroidered on it. I can't think of anything else.
Could anyone help me with some more ideas for practical gifts or devices that a mother of multiples would use or want?
I've purchased a used triplet jogging stroller, three electric baby swings and three new Itzbeen Baby Care timers, to help her keep track of feedings, diaper changes, and naps. I've also purchased a backpack from 31 gifts, and I had her name embroidered on it. I can't think of anything else.
Could anyone help me with some more ideas for practical gifts or devices that a mother of multiples would use or want?
Answer
It sounds like you've got it all under control.
Generally it's the parents that buy the pram, which I would think is a good enough gift.
I agree with the other answerer - Your support and help around the house is the best gift you can give her apart from a full night's sleep.
The only other thing I can think of is bottles. She's having triplets, and she may want to breastfeed, but some people find it hard enough breastfeeding one, let alone 2. If you want her to be really prepared, I'd go out and buy a few really good quality bottles that come with peristaltic nipples (that mimic the "real" nipple feeling). I'd say two per child would do alright to start with.
Nappies nappies nappies. One baby will go through 4 - 8 nappies per day. Times that by 3, and you've got a crisis, especially if she's using cloth nappies. Ask what she's planning on using, and go out and buy her some. Huggies are good disposable ones, and (I'm not sure of brands) but there are cloth nappies that are already in the shape of the nappy (instead of the squares you fold and pin together). They're about $15 - 30 per nappy, but apparently they're worth it.
Dummy holders (or pacifier holders) I'm not sure if she wants to use a pacifier, but get about 6 holders (the things that clip onto their tshirts and have the dummy at the other end so it never gets lost) These things are FANTASTIC for teething rings once the babies are old enough for toys. Clip it on when you go out to the shops, and you won't have to worry about it when they drop the toy! (Unless they pull the clip off their tshirt)
Wipes. Every mum needs at least 300 packets of wipes. (That's right. No extra 0's in that sentence)
I don't have triplets, but I do have 3 children, and even my older children still use wipes for their faces, hands etc. It's a quick clean when you're out of time.
Good luck. I hope I've helped.
It sounds like you've got it all under control.
Generally it's the parents that buy the pram, which I would think is a good enough gift.
I agree with the other answerer - Your support and help around the house is the best gift you can give her apart from a full night's sleep.
The only other thing I can think of is bottles. She's having triplets, and she may want to breastfeed, but some people find it hard enough breastfeeding one, let alone 2. If you want her to be really prepared, I'd go out and buy a few really good quality bottles that come with peristaltic nipples (that mimic the "real" nipple feeling). I'd say two per child would do alright to start with.
Nappies nappies nappies. One baby will go through 4 - 8 nappies per day. Times that by 3, and you've got a crisis, especially if she's using cloth nappies. Ask what she's planning on using, and go out and buy her some. Huggies are good disposable ones, and (I'm not sure of brands) but there are cloth nappies that are already in the shape of the nappy (instead of the squares you fold and pin together). They're about $15 - 30 per nappy, but apparently they're worth it.
Dummy holders (or pacifier holders) I'm not sure if she wants to use a pacifier, but get about 6 holders (the things that clip onto their tshirts and have the dummy at the other end so it never gets lost) These things are FANTASTIC for teething rings once the babies are old enough for toys. Clip it on when you go out to the shops, and you won't have to worry about it when they drop the toy! (Unless they pull the clip off their tshirt)
Wipes. Every mum needs at least 300 packets of wipes. (That's right. No extra 0's in that sentence)
I don't have triplets, but I do have 3 children, and even my older children still use wipes for their faces, hands etc. It's a quick clean when you're out of time.
Good luck. I hope I've helped.
What are the requirements for carry-on bags in airports?
Carolyn
Answer
For all classes, each passenger (except an infant) can bring a free baggage allowance of one cabin bag not exceeding 56x36x23cm (22x14x9 in) in size. These dimensions include wheels, handles and side pockets.
The total weight entitlements of your cabin baggage are as follows:
Class Weight
First Class 15kg (33 lbs)
Business Class10kg (22 lbs)
Economy Class 7kg (15lbs)
+ For all travel classes, duty-free items are included in your cabin baggage allowance.
++ If you are travelling in two classes on one journey (split class or mixed class
travel), you can enjoy the greater allowance for the whole journey.
In addition to the standard cabin baggage allowance, you may carry onboard one of the following items free of charge:
â¢a small handbag or
â¢a small backpack or
â¢a briefcase or
â¢a laptop bag.
Passengers requiring mobility aids and/or assistive devices such as Medical Portable Electronic Devices, canes, walkers, crutches and a wheelchair (subject to wheelchair stowage criteria), may carry onboard the following item(s) free of charge:
U.S. FlightsEuropean and Other Flights
â¢No limit on mobility aids and assistive devices required for the duration of the trip.â¢One assistive device and two pieces of mobility aids per passenger.
Passengers travelling on two segments where there are different baggage policies for mobility and assistive devices, can enjoy the greater allowance for the whole journey.
When you are travelling with a child or an infant, you may carry onboard the following item(s) free of charge:
â¢an approved car safety seat,
â¢a small bag of food and nappies (for consumption on the flight),
â¢an umbrella type collapsible stroller (if cabin stowage is available).
Baby buggies must be checked in as hold baggage.
For all classes, each passenger (except an infant) can bring a free baggage allowance of one cabin bag not exceeding 56x36x23cm (22x14x9 in) in size. These dimensions include wheels, handles and side pockets.
The total weight entitlements of your cabin baggage are as follows:
Class Weight
First Class 15kg (33 lbs)
Business Class10kg (22 lbs)
Economy Class 7kg (15lbs)
+ For all travel classes, duty-free items are included in your cabin baggage allowance.
++ If you are travelling in two classes on one journey (split class or mixed class
travel), you can enjoy the greater allowance for the whole journey.
In addition to the standard cabin baggage allowance, you may carry onboard one of the following items free of charge:
â¢a small handbag or
â¢a small backpack or
â¢a briefcase or
â¢a laptop bag.
Passengers requiring mobility aids and/or assistive devices such as Medical Portable Electronic Devices, canes, walkers, crutches and a wheelchair (subject to wheelchair stowage criteria), may carry onboard the following item(s) free of charge:
U.S. FlightsEuropean and Other Flights
â¢No limit on mobility aids and assistive devices required for the duration of the trip.â¢One assistive device and two pieces of mobility aids per passenger.
Passengers travelling on two segments where there are different baggage policies for mobility and assistive devices, can enjoy the greater allowance for the whole journey.
When you are travelling with a child or an infant, you may carry onboard the following item(s) free of charge:
â¢an approved car safety seat,
â¢a small bag of food and nappies (for consumption on the flight),
â¢an umbrella type collapsible stroller (if cabin stowage is available).
Baby buggies must be checked in as hold baggage.
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