When the future mother finds out the news that she will soon become the mother of not one baby, but two at once, then the joy doubles, and the chores at the same time. Now it’s worth thinking about specialized baby accessories, such as a twin stroller, twins playpen, and a twin pillow.
It should be noted that the last point plays an important role for synchronizing the biorhythms of babies, and it costs a lot.
So, what is a pillow for feeding twins and what is it for? This simple but very useful invention has appeared relatively recently in our market, while abroad it has long been popular. The bottom line is simple - the pillow for feeding twins is a horseshoe that can be placed on your knees, and on top of it to place the kids. An important condition is that the pillow should be moderately dense and keep its shape well.
In this situation, it’s very convenient for mom to feed the babies - she does not need to bend or bend much. This position allows you to feed without experiencing discomfort in the back and lower back. In addition, such a pillow, and this is its main advantage, simplifies the process of feeding babies at the same time. This has a positive effect on the synchronization of regimes, especially at an early age. Indeed, if children eat at one time, then they do everything else approximately at the same time - they sleep, stay awake, etc. Accordingly, mom due to this free time appears more. That is why the synchronization of twins biorhythms is the goal of each parent.
A pillow for feeding is also used with pleasure for feeding one baby, for twins it differs only in size. Structures and materials may vary.
Types of structures
The simplest and most common option for us is a crescent-shaped pillow. It can be fitted with Velcro or Fastex for fastening on the back. An additional function of the crescent-shaped pillow is that it can be used as a pillow for pregnant women. With it, it will be convenient to settle down for rest or sleep. This is especially true in the last months of pregnancy.
A more complex design is in the form of a flat semicircular “little table”. The twin pillow can be additionally equipped with a small back for mom. Such pillows have fasteners to adjust the waist circumference. Such a pillow for feeding is more common abroad. Reviews about her are the most flattering. One drawback is that it can hardly be used for sleep during pregnancy.
Fillers
Most often on sale you can find silicone pillows, polystyrene foam or filled with synthetic winterizer or holofiber. Use fluff less often.
You can sew a pillow for feeding twins yourself. You can make a simple pattern yourself or choose from the many options provided on the Internet. The easiest way to choose the crescent option. Expanded polystyrene can be purchased at a hardware store, and holofiber can be purchased at a sewing store. If desired, you can use fluff from an unnecessary pillow or blanket. Immediately worth stitching a few spare pillowcases in size.