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ORGANIZATIONS
National Organization of Mothers of Twins Club A nonprofit group based in the U.S. geared toward raising public awareness of multiple birth children. Search through insightful articles or find a local twins group in your area.
Twins and Multiple Births Association (TAMBA) Straight from the UK, this site offers support and information for multiple birth families. Find a local twins support group or get help through Twinline, a free and confidential phone service.
Toronto Parents of Multiple Births Association (TPOMBA) One of the largest not-for-profit self-help and support organizations in Canada for parents of twins. Join one of more than thirteen support groups offered around the city of Toronto.
Multiple Births Canada Multiple Births Canada (MBC) is a national nonprofit organization serving the needs of multiple birth families. MBC's mission is to improve the quality of life for multiple birth individuals and their families across Canada. MBC provides support, education, research, and advocacy to individuals, families, and organizations with a personal or professional interest in multiple birth issues. The website includes on-line sales of MBC publications, support network information, recommended readings, clothing sale dates, and much more.
Multiple Birth Foundation Located in West London, this charity is a vital resource for families of multiples as well as professionals. Many hard-to-find books in the U.S. are offered here.
International Society for Twin Studies An international scientific organization furthering research and public education in all fields related to twins. The Society hosts the International Congress of Twin Studies every three years. Twin Research, the journal of the ISTS, is published six times a year.
The Twins Foundation A research organization serving twins and higher-order multiples. Order back copies of The Research Update online.
Twinsight Counseling and workshops designed for multiples and their families.
Australian Multiple Birth Association Offering support and information for Australian families with multiples. Find a local twins club, online shopping, and bereavement support.
Multiple Birth Families Comprehensive information for parents with and expecting multiples. Bereavement support for families losing one, more, or all of their babies as well as support for surviving adult co-multiples. Professionals’ page.
The Ottawa Coalition for the Prevention of Low Birth Weight Low birth weight prevention information, downloadable in several different languages.
PreemieTwins.com Resource for both parents of premature infants and parents of multiples.
Multiple Birth International Online support group for parents of multiples.
TWIN BLOGS
Susan Heim on Parenting Blog Susan M. Heim, former senior editor for the bestselling "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series and the author of three parenting books, shares her personal and professional thoughts and experiences about raising children in today's world.
Twice Babies Mom Mother blogs about life with fraternal twin girls.
MOTHERS OF TWINS CLUBS
ARIZONA Desert Sky Mothers of Multiples A member of the National Organization of Mothers Twins Club, this local chapter serves the Ahwatukee Foothills, Chandler, Phoenix and Tempe areas. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers. Monthly newsletter, extensive borrowing library, biannual garage sale, and much more.
CALIFORNIA Contra Costa Parents of Multiples Serving Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Concord, Benicia, Pinole, Hercules, Crockett, Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Oakley, Brentwood and Discovery Bay, CCPOM is one of the oldest clubs in Northern California. In addition to monthly support meetings, the club also hosts family outings, picnics, and playgroups, yearly resale of children’s clothing and equipment, monthly newsletter, lending library, and more.
Simi Valley Mothers of Twins & Triplets Club Support, social, and educational organization for mothers (and moms-to-be) of multiples. Started in 1966, the club meets monthly to share experiences, give and get advice, and of course, have fun together. They also host clothing and equipment exchanges, and participate in local and national research.
PRINT AND ONLINE MAGAZINES
Twin Parents An online community where parents of twins can interact, share ideas, lend support and find answers to their questions.
TwinsTalk TwinsTalk is the place to go for excellent advice from parents of multiples about the everyday challenges and joys of raising twins. You can also share your wisdom, tips and pictures with others.
Twinsights From twins in the news to advice on pregnancy and raising multiples. Book review and Q & A section.
Twin Advice Advice for parents of twins from parents of twins.
Twin Connections Celebrating the mysterious bond between twins.
Twins Realm A little bit of everything here--parenting information and books, Australian twin clubs, twin dating message board, and more.
ClubMom Where millions of moms come together for advice, connections and rewards.
Twins magazine The leading magazine for parents with multiples; articles and subscription info online.
Parenting of Multiples A collection of useful parenting articles geared toward multiples compiled by a knowledgeable About.com guide.
BellaOnline Compilation of twin articles complete with brief synopsis of each.
Twins Online A great resource covering twin topics from pregnancy through the teen years.
Keep Kids Healthy Get help and information to deal with common parenting challenges and problems so that you raise happy and healthy kids.
Twin Stuff A comprehensive website with online communities for parents of twins and twins themselves. Online store, too.
Twins List A comprehensive website packed with articles geared toward raising multiples including school-age twins.
Mom 2 Many Extensive Canadian website. Highlights include classified ads and comprehensive links page.
Baby Zone Parenting articles focused on rearing twins and higher-order multiples.
SHOPPING
Trends in Twos A chic boutique specializing in clothing and gifts for twins and their families.
Double Up Books Double Up Books is the premier bookstore specializing in books about twins, triplet and higher order multiples for both parents and children. They also carry a handpicked selection of parenting, family, relationships, home life, and children’s books.
Madison Los Angeles The latest fashion in jeans are available at Madison, the hippest online clothing store for women.
Little JOEY High-quality matched clothing for the parents and kids. LittleJOEY offers high quality matching outfits for parents and children. Coordinating clothes for mother, daughter, father, son, brother, sister and twins. Come see our line of everyday and holiday clothing. JOEY is the brand with kangaroos.
DJS Babies Unique t-shirts and other items that can be personalized with the hair color, skin tone or eye color of the child receiving the item.
Scrappin’ Twins A wide variety of twin and triplet scrapbooking products.
Twin Sisters Visit this site for quality children's music products in a variety of areas! Visit the On-Line Shopping Catalog, try one of the activities for kids, rummage through the Bargain Basement, see New Products, get a free catalog by mail, or win some cool prizes!
More Than One Online catalog featuring dozens of products for families with multiples. Baby registry, too.
TwoToBuy The auction website for multiples.
Twice-as-Nice Shop Twins Clothes Coordinated childrens’ clothing for twins and siblings. A wide selection of coordinating twin outfits and costumes.
Unlimited Additions The clothing boutique for multiples.
Just Multiples Great things for twins, triplets, and their families.
2 by 2 Multiples Offering t-shirts and more for multiples.
RESEARCH AND TWIN NEWS
If you’d like a say in your multiples school placement, log on to Twins Law, a website to help parents gain the information they need to fight their school boards.
WEB RESOURCES
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