{"product_id":"twins-101-isbn-9780470343685","title":"Twins 101","description":"\"A must-read for expectant or multitasking mothers of multiples by an academic pediatrician and mother of twins, \u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e provides practical tips and wise words in a readable style that fits into the fast pace of these mothers’ lives.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eTheodore Sectish, MD\u003c\/b\u003e, associate professor of pediatrics, Harvard Medical School; program director, Children’s Hospital Boston  \u003cp\u003eDr. Le-Bucklin's new parenting book is the first by a pediatrician who is also a mother of twins. No other pregnancy and parenting book for multiples offers this unique and much-needed perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e features practical advice and well-researched information in an easy-to-read format. From maintaining a healthy twin pregnancy to meeting the daily challenge of caring for twins, \u003ci\u003eTwin 101\u003c\/i\u003e guides families through each stage with insightful tips, practical advice, useful resources, and inspirational stories.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments ix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction 1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 Pregnancy 13 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2 Delivery 65\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 79 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 Sensible Shopping 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 Staying Organized 111\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 Feeding and Dressing Twins 119\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7 Sleep (or Lack Thereof ) 133\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8 Crucial Survival Tips 143\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResources 173\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Author 183\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndex 185\u003c\/p\u003e  “Dr. Le-Bucklin gives mothers of multiples (MOMs) a unique and authoritative perspective on multiple births. As an academic pediatrician and MOM, she not only knows, but she also understands first hand! ...This is a well organized, easy to read, ready-reference for all.” –National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs (NOMOTC)  \u003cp\u003e\"[Le-Bucklin] draws on her experience as an M.D. and a M.O.M. (mother of multiples) in this collection of fifty tips aimed at educating and encouraging parents of multiples. The advice covers the basics of pregnancy, birth and the early months of raising twins. This book particularly shines in its upbeat, positive presentation…\u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e is a welcome addition to any library of books about twins and multiples.\" — About.com (November 2008)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Author\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKHANH-VAN LE-BUCKLIN, \u003c\/b\u003eM.D., M.O.M., is an academic pediatrician at the University of California, Irvine. She received her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, and completed her pediatric residency at Stanford University. She earned her Mother of Multiples (M.O.M.) degree in 2006 with the birth of her twin daughters, Faith and Hope.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for Twins 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“A must-read for expectant or multitasking mothers of multiples by an academic pediatrician and mother of twins, \u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e provides practical tips and wise words in a readable style that fits into the fast pace of these mothers’ lives.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—THEODORE SECTISH, M.D.,\u003c\/b\u003e associate professor of pediatrics, Harvard Medical School; program director, Children’s Hospital Boston  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Dr. Le-Bucklin gives life-saving information on subjects such as TTTS in a factual, yet compassionate way, leaving readers empowered and relaxed, as if they had just spoken to their best friend.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—MARY SLAMAN-FORSYTHE,\u003c\/b\u003e founder and president, The Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome Foundation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e is a fun, inspiring, anxiety- and stress-relieving guide filled to the brim with utterly practical tips. Dr. Le-Bucklin’s warmth and wisdom shine in a fabulous nuts-and-bolts handbook you will treasure.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—ALAN GREENE, M.D.,\u003c\/b\u003e clinical professor of pediatrics, Stanford University; author, \u003ci\u003eRaising Baby Green\u003c\/i\u003e   \"When I found out I was having twins, I searched for books that would be able to give me research AND experiential based information, and there was nothing out there until \u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e. This book is exactly what I was looking for — clear, informative ideas and tips that are based on the latest research and practice. As a professional in the field of child development and psychology for over 15 years, I plan on using it frequently with the parents of multiples I meet in my practice as well as personally with my twin girls.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eEileen Andrade Kitching, MS, CCLS\u003c\/b\u003e, child life director, University of California, Irvine; mother of twins  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Dr. Le-Bucklin’s unique and humane perspective makes her the perfect author of this much needed resource. \u003ci\u003eTwins 101\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with practical advice and insights which will be welcome reading for all parents expecting or raising twins.\" — \u003cb\u003eHenry Lee, MD,\u003c\/b\u003e neonatologist, Stanford University\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This book contains high-yield, easy-to-read tips making it convenient for busy, on-the-go parents of multiples. Dr. Le-Bucklin demystifies the NICU and familiarizes readers with medical jargon that can be overwhelming to new parents. Nobody could have been better qualified to write this book than Dr. Le-Bucklin as a pediatrician and an amazing M.O.M.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eHenry J. Legere III, MD\u003c\/b\u003e, pediatrician, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston; author, \u003ci\u003eRaising Healthy Eaters: 100 Tips for Parents\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This is a fantastic reference for any parent who has twins or multiples. This book provides exceptional insight for parents of twins that can relieve stress and anxiety in a fast-paced life.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eEric D. 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