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An Expensive Proposition
Raising Twins Without Breaking the Bank
By Barb Eimer
Tinglof also suggests breastfeeding your multiples. "Many moms get scared and think that formula will be easier, but that's not really true," she says. "If you give yourself time to learn how to breastfeed, once you get the hang of it, it's infinitely easier than messing with formula and bottles. And you can save at least $100 a month."
Another big expense during the first year is baby food. The convenience of baby food in jars is nice, but costly. A cheaper alternative is to buy regular canned vegetables, blend them in a food processor, freeze them in ice cube trays and put the cubes in freezer bags to thaw when needed. Applesauce, peaches and pears can also be divided up into baby-size portions.
If you don't want to mess with homemade baby food, wait until it goes on sale and buy enough for a month. And don't forget to look at twin Web sites to find oupons on everything imaginable for you and your babies.
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