Is Now the Right Time for Daycare?

So, you’ve made it past the diapers stage and it’s now time for the twins to venture out and begin to hone in on their social skills and possibly get a jump start on their education. Which type of social environment is best for your twins? This would depend on several factors. The most important question to consider is: are both kids ready to spend even a small portion of their day being cared for by someone other than a parent? This is especially relevant for multiples of stay at home moms. If one sibling is ready for the change and the other is not, it will make for an unpleasant experience for both children. On an emotional level, the resistant twin will be miserable in class and her sibling will feel the overwhelming urge to care for her, thus limiting his experience of interacting with new friends. Under this... [read full story]