Is it possible to take twins to baby classes (gym, music, etc) with one adult?

I'm currently taking the babies to a twin mommy and me and I love it. The instructor and her assistant are able to help those moms, like me, who don't have an extra pair of hands to help them. I'm looking ahead to the other kinds of classes I would like to do with the babies, including a music class and a gym class. It would just be me with two babies. I haven't even called any places and asked about their policies regarding one adult and two babies...but if I get the go ahead, am I nuts to even attempt this? I don't want to not do classes because I have twins!! I'd love to hear anyone's experience with this. Thanks

 

I have only taken the boys to an open play gym by my self. Sadly we have skipped alot of classes that I have wanted to take the boys to simply b/c I was out numbered. Probably not the best reason as Im sure plenty of other moms have take 2 or more babies alone and have done just fine but I just dont think that would have been the issue with us. I always picture the kids taking off in 2 different directions and getting very loud disturbing the class.

Good Luck with your choice.

 

I've done it quite a bit - gymboree, story time, regular playgroups. You can do it. It's tough, but doable. Go for it!

 

I did it when they werent mobile. It was alot of work hauling them in and out but worth it for me to get out. But once they both got mobile (especially walking) it was too hard to keep them contained and not being a disruption in the library. So, we havent been back in quite awhile. I am going to take on a Mommy and Me gym class in January. They will be 2 and they come when called now for the most part so I think my frustration level will go down and we can have fun. Fingers crossed!

 

The only class my kids have attended is music. But both DH and I work full time ... so we both take them to music class together on the weekends. That being said, there is a mom of twin boys (about 2 years old I think) in my music class, and she comes by herself and does just fine.

 

I take my to a twins playgroup all the time. I attempted to take them to the library storytime and it was a NIGHTMARE. They were all over the place and everyone was staring at me like...I shouldn't be there! I do want to try My Gym sometime though!

 

Yes!
Actually, I have taken my twins out to classes such as that since they were two months old simply because I also have a two year old. We go to music class once a week, story hour, and to a playroom for 0-5 yr olds. I was at the playroom today and like always, we thoroughly enjoy ourselves. I usually do not have an extra set of hands, with the exception of my two year old!

Both my 10 month olds are mobile and my two year old is pretty active, but somehow it all works just fine. The hardest part is getting everyone in and out of the car. Usually during music class and story hour, the twins try and crawl off on me, but I just hop up and bring them right back. The playroom is set up so I can always see where my two year old is so I try and stay near the babies. We also attend a "toddler tune-up class" (basically a gym class) that is geared for two and three year olds, but the twins can crawl up and around on the mats etc. I usually stay right near them at that class, and the instructors help me with Tess, my older one.

Maybe I don't think it's such a big deal since I have been taking them to these classes since they were infants.
It's really not that bad doing it by yourself! I think it's helped me become pretty laid back about things.

 

I say "no quarter"... I don't give in because I have twins... we do it all. I am exhausted. On that note... I've never been told we can't participate because of twins, and most places are happy to help me (not that I need help) ... I am "super exhausted mom"... a super hero above all others... My point... YES you can do it and YES you will have fun! Other mothers of singles can be so nice and they can help corral your twins too. (I also have football games and wrestling matches and academic decathalons and all kinds of fun stuff to do with twins.... my point and I'm sure other mothers of older kids will agree... JUST DO IT... (I think NIKE owes me clothing for my kids )

 

I've gone to the library and I found sitting a bit further away from the group was the best. I had more problems with OTHER peoples children than my own. I just put them between my legs and kept them entertained there. The program was only an hour so it was tolerable. I would clap their hands together and they "rowed" together for row row row your boat... cute.

I've gone to a twins mothers group as well which was great. Each time you go it gets easier each time, and it is so good for the kids to be around other kids. Try to arrive a bit earlier so you have some less stress with getting them inside.

tell us how it turns out for you if you do go....

 

I've taken mine to a playbabies class and storytime (storytime is in the SBS stroller some of the time). It's definitely doable. PM if you want to chat more .

 

You can do it! And, the more you do it, the easier it gets. My DH was gone a lot/ works a lot when the twins were babies, so I had to do everything by myself (or sit at home and do nothing!). You'll have some great times, and probably a few horrible times! :lol: What ca you do, right? If it gets bad, simply leave and try again next time.

The only class that I would stay away from right now is baby swim class, for obvious reaons! Have fun!

 

Yes!

I take my girls to postnatal yoga and to strollercize classes. We are starting swimming lessons in January and for that one I do have to bring another adult for safety reasons but other than that, you can for sure do it. I find everyone so helpful if you do need an extra hand! Have fun!