So the boys went for their 2 year check up appointment last month and Carson only weighs 22 lbs 2 oz and Parker is only 20 lbs 7 oz. Their small size has been an issue since the day they were born. They also got a speech therapy consult because they are still only saying 10-15 words each. They tend to talk to each other in their own little language more than they talk to anyone else. The doctor did say that was pretty normal for multiples and that was probably why they have not deveolped anymore speech. I am not sure what more I can do for them. I feed them as much as they want in hopes of making them gain some weight (wish I had that problem ) and I try to get them to say their words when they are talking. How does this compare to your experience with your multiples?? Anyone else been through this or have any suggestions?

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Hi Lisa! Your boys are adorable by the way. Love the siggy pic.

I have heard that boys are less verbal early on as well, and with them being multiples their speech can be delayed. But I would think as long as they communicate and also understand directions and what you say to them, that they are fine.

I would continue to do what you are doing... When I'm in the car w/the girls I usually make a game of "SAY... ____" For example, I would start out by saying, "Who can say MOMMY" then they would repeat it. Then as I see things we are driving by, "Who can say CAR" etc...

Another mom from my twins club said her little boys were also late to speak and she taught them "ME". She would say to them, Who is hungry?? and then point to herself - pat herself on the chest and say "ME!" and have her boys repeat it... They really like to immitate at this age, may be something to try?

Otherwise you're doing great!!!

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My girls just turned 2 and I have a skinny mini, also. Ruby is 21.5 lbs and 32 inches. We see a nutritionist through our early childhood intervention program (because Ruby has dairy and soy issues). The main thing to do is add more fat calories to their diets. Not more protein. Going above and beyond on the protein can be harsh on the kidneys. Add some heavy cream in place of milk, olive oil on veggies, flax seed oil in a smoothie, peanut or almond butter... that kind of stuff.

Regarding speech, don't freak out. It is really normal for boys and twins also to have delays. So, that's double whammy for you. Get the consult and all the services you can. That's never a bad thing. The boys will enjoy it. Signing has helped a lot with the language development for us. The girls watch Signing Times on PBS and will practice the sign and the word at the same time. And just keep talking to them, reading to them and repeating the words they do say (but say them correctly, not baby talk).

We'll all be wishing our kids would shut it for a second in the very near future, I'm sure

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Sounds like you've got some great advice!
I know that almost all the boys my girls age are WAY less verbal than the girls so I'd just try to be patient with them. Love the imitating idea though!

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Hi Lisa! Hang in there. I have some petite ones also. There 2 year check up is coming up and I am dreading it. I had Quinn on the scale yesterday and she was 19.2 lbs ughhhhhhhhh. And I know your frustration....you can't force feed them either. I have tried everything....EVERYTHING!

Our issue now is that we still have one more bottle to get rid of and they still won't drink milk from anything else. They will drink water from sippies but not milk...go figure. Also we have entered the picky stage...I go out of my mind making 4-5 different meals at each feeding with little results....I try to introduce new foods in small bits with some familiar foods. But they revert back to the same things....mac and cheese, spaghetti o's, crackers , cheese curls.............ALL CRAP FOODS! (thanks to grandma)
The weight issue has been my biggest worry everyday. I have run out of ideas and feel desperate. So I do sympathize with you.

I am actually thinking of requesting a Nutritionist this next visit because I just don't know what else to do.

Hugs Laura

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Thanks for all the advice ladies!

Laura - I was just wondering the other day how your bottle weaning attempts were coming. It's good that you have gotten it down to only one bottle. Wonder why they will not drink milk from a sippy?? They are so hard to figure out sometimes!

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Thanks for thinking of us Lisa. I haven't been on here much because in my free time (lol) I am trying to read about "scream free" parenting and toddler meals.....and trying to find a sitter to give me time to go get groceries. I don't know how others do it when you don't have a husband to rely on.

Do you ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day?

I feel guilty about my daughter though with her weight. I feel like I am not doing enough for her. I have even tried pediasure supplements ....I lay awake at night and try to figure out new things for her. I can't wait to get through this stage.
I hope you are having a good day today. Much love to you...sending u good vibes

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