The best thing you can do is make noise while the babies are sleeping. That’s exactly what we did and our kids could sleep through anything and anywhere. On the other hand my sisters whole house stopped and it had to be silent while her kids slept. As you know getting anything done has to happen when the babies are sleeping. I ran the vacuum in the same room and they slept through it. Y’all are doing great, keep it up!!!
Omg Ellen crying at the boys being poorly literally has me in tears. Please don’t cry or be upset, I know it’s hard but you tried everything you’d had been advised first 😢 you did what everyone else would ❤ xxxx
@@fabandell you’re both adjusting incredibly to your new life with the boys. I know we are all incredibly proud of you guys. Take time to sit and reflect on how far you guys have came in a year and what you’ve achieved and trust me when I say, your boys are so incredibly blessed to have parents like you two ☺️ xx
Seeing you cry Ell with the Mum guilt made me tear up 😢, you are both doing an amazing job but that emotion of wanting to protect our babies is overwhelming isn’t it. You have a lovely family, the boys are very lucky to have two parents who clearly adore them the way you do 💙
Made me well up when Ellen started crying about the boys, must be so stressful 😫 you two are doing amazing for your boys :) just remember everyday is a learning day with a new baby 🙂
El crying when the boys settled for the first time after moving to Aptimel Pepti had me in tears. My son who is 10 weeks old is also on Aptimel Pepti and the relief you feel when you realise they are no longer uncomfortable and in pain is indescribable. I felt all of her emotion in the moment it’s so mentally & physically draining when you baby/babies are like that. ❤ xx
Aptamil pepti 1 changed my daughter! Much happier baby :) rash on eyebrows and belly disappeared, no more discomfort, it took 2 weeks for me to see the full effect as that’s how long it takes for the other milk to leave the system x
As a tip from a Nicu nurse we use aptamil pepti JR which is this- most babies struggle to take to this and a tip we use is to make its warm, not room temp as otherwise they don’t entertain it. some babies love it hotter than normal on Nicu. Also it does make there stools smell fyi 😂
43 yrs ago my baby couldn't keep any formulas down it would come up she broke out in a rash all over the doctor then said try goats milk her rash went away and she never threw up again. Your boys are so cute!
I remember the anxiety of being a first time parent well… they are so precious and every little thing is brand new so you don’t know what to expect or think. You are doing a great job! My son was in hospital when he was two weeks old because he had pyloric stenosis and had to have an operation to repair it. It was the scariest time of my life, so I really felt for you when you explained the feeding issues and the scary experience with Ari being unable to breathe. I am so sorry your boys are having a hard time, I hope they are doing better now! It’s lovely to see them grow, thank you for sharing your journey with us all! X
I feel for you guys! My second son had to go onto soya bean milk but it took nearly 6 months and a hospital stay to finally get there. Hang in there, your boys are precious 💗
Great to hear that Ari and Noah are doing better on the new formula. Glad that you included the banter between you two, it was real life and a realistic moment.
My 5 week old twins struggle with being on different schedules all the time! Also, have one that is a great napper and one that is a great night time sleeper which can also be frustrating.
❤❤❤ You guys are doing great! I totally understand your tears Ell… it’s hard to see your kids in distress. Unfortunately it doesn’t get easier no matter how old they are. We all want to take their discomfort/stress away. Keep up the great parenting… you two make quite a great team. ❤❤❤
My son was exactly the same….it turned out he was allergic to cows milk, and was put on soya formula milk, and he was fine after he went onto Soya formula. Also soya formula you get on prescription from the doctors. He grew out of his allergy by the time he was 2 years old
After having twins it will be so good to make sure you refocus on your relationship too. A book called His Needs Her Needs I would recommend. I've not had twins but I have had 7 children very close together. And it's easy to but your own relationship on the back burner. I wish I had read the book earlier.
I hope the boys continue to improve, I can only imagine how frightened, upsetting and frustrated you were feeling Ell. I was only saying a couple days ago how miraculous it is when babies are born. Going from the environment of the amniotic sac and fluid to the outside world of learning to breathe air with their little lungs going through a huge transition, virtually instantly. So your absolutely right Ell. I haven't heard of the fourth trimester before but yes, again your absolutely right. Most babies don't have the feeding issue when they're breastfeeding. Fingers crossed that whatever formila you have the boys on now, that it works so you can all get some much needed rest. Love their new clothes.
My 8 month old son has milk protein allergy and we didn’t figure it out until he was 4 months old. It is all so hard and you’re both doing so well! Know that you are ❤️
Hey guys! So glad you’re doing well and infinitely proud of how your flourishing as parents ❤ just a memo when you have the boys in the carriers it’s recommended for your chin to be touching your head (in the UK) as that’s the safest! No hate at all! Hope you don’t think I’m being mean just something a lot of people don’t know xx❤❤
Hey! Thank you for the advice, we know you’re not hating and we are completely open to helpful comments like this 🤍 do you mean for their heads to be touching our chin? Xx
I found a swing a life saver with my now 2 year old ! Big and bulky though not sure how you would cope with two in the house. Could have one thought and take in turns with who ever is needing it xx also she had a cows mill allergy we was on nutramigen (on prescription from docs so was free) and I think it took 3 different milks to get there. Cant really remember how to spell it now. Didn't notice until stopping breastfeeding. By 16 weeks she was itching so much all the time but changed milk and she was fine. We done all the checks at hospital I think when she was over one and pleased to say she grew out of it and had no allergies long term. At nearly 3 she has cheese yogurt milk the lot. Hopeful that's the same situation for you. She fed amazing once changing milk and changed to a settled baby really quick
Absolutely love you guy’s. I can’t believe how big those handsome little guy’s have gotten. They are gorgeous. You’re doing a wonderful job with them. Double trouble but you have got it. You look a tad tired but with them sleeping longer hoping you get some rest. Happy New Years! It’s so much fun seeing how the 4 of you are doing.
I had funnily enough messaged you about one of your boys possibly having cmpa! My little girl has too with exact same symptoms ! There are lots of milk out there should this one not work. Aptamil pepti will still have cows milk in, it’s just hydrolysed! So if this doesn’t work - an amino acid based one might ☺️
I had my second son have issues with severe acid reflux. He was breastfed exclusively. I had to change my diet etc. But he projectile vomited constantly after every single time he fed. We did use a medicine called ranitidine. It definitely cut down on the excessive amt of spewing… but more than anything he had to grow out of it. He did struggle til about 10-12 months. I am so sorry that you’re having to deal with them being sick. It’s incredibly stressful for parents to have to witness. I’m praying for you all
Lol. Best thing is, it doesn't stop. Mine are 25 and if they go out together they get it and not us now. Ours went separate universities and they were near each other. People would say saw you other day and you were rude, but it was his brother.
My babies couldn’t drink formula had to use soy or Isomil colic is bad burp after every ounce I used head an shoulders on the the forehead for that dry skin it help don’t get in eyes God bless I’m praying for your boys to get over this
Huge well done, you know your babies best but that keeps changing as they grow. You’ll be their biggest advocates as they grow up and of course that starts before birth, your both doing an amazing job!
❤❤❤❤ You two make me smile so much. 😁 There’s nothing that you can’t deal with between the two of you. Honestly, be so proud of yourselves. Not only has your life been turned completely upside down with two newborns but you both are adapting brilliantly. Never stop being real Never stop being yourselves You make the rest of us feel normal! Xxx
I’m so sorry, I don’t know how to reply to this message….literally! Im in the old phart category I’m afraid and haven’t found out how to type with two thumbs😬 I need my bins, concentration and a finger to tap every letter. Xxx
Great catch up guys, doing a fantastic job. I watch Natalie Alexandra who has twin boys and she has always said getting them on the same schedule is very hard work. Im so pleased you managed to find out the issue with the boys and they are doing much better, which is making you two feel much better too. Its amazing how so many babies nowadays are allergic to dairy. Love all the clothes and the bedroom is looking really good xx
You're both doing great, you should give yourselves a pat on the back. I have five children, I've brought them up alone since the eldest was ten. I completely agree about not being quiet around sleeping babies. It's the worse thing you can do. My third baby would go to sleep at night with the hoover on and the older ones would sleep through it 👍 Your sons are adorable 😍
Watching this and getting memories from when I had my twins who are also MCDA like your boys. I went through the exact same thing with the cows milk protein allergy and had to fight to get aptamil pepti 1 because the gp had never really dealt with an babies with it. Thank God for the new health visitor I got who knew exactly what it was. skin has cleared and feeds got better and babies got better. Your instinct is always right as parents and you are doing an amazing job.
Ell you are super well done Mummy your boys are getting so big who would think you are doing so much home improvements post twin section birth again WELL DONE
In Canada it is forbidden to put a car seat in the front seat, due to the danger it causes to the infant in case of an accident and even just an air bag deployment. I'd invite you to check whether it is safe wherever you are. Best wishes.
My little boy sounded exactly the same when he was on Aptimil! He looked so uncomfortable and could tell he was suffering with trapped wind. We tried everything before switching to hipp organic and it was the best thing we ever did! He was completely different after xxx
Your lastest vlog had gotten me all choked up, thank you for being so open, honest and raw. Please remember that you are both amazing parents to Noah and Ari 🥰💙x
try separating them all the time. My twins one was a light sleeper and the other one a deep sleeper and just a nudge from each other would wake the light sleeper up. They basically thought it was time to eat when they were nudged by there sister. After I separated them from each other even when they were awake they did so much better sleeping.
It would only be safer in the back if we didn’t turn off the airbags. In terms of impact from a crash everywhere is just as risky as you do not know where the impact from a crash is going to be.
My daughter had a cows milk protein allergy and was on pepti 1. Then pepti 2. At the age of 1 she then switch to soya milk. She grew out of it by the age of 2. She is now 7 and has no allergies at all
So glad to hear you are making progress with the boy’s feeds. You guys have been so receptive to them and always doing everything you possibly can for them. 2 very lucky boys! Panelling is going to look great, hope the gym is in full flow now too. Thanks for another fab vlog 🤗
@@fabandell the cut behind the ear maybe eczema I used to get this as a baby and still do now just worth mentioning but you probably already took this into consideration xx
If they do have the protein allergy to cows milk also be very careful touching their skin if u have touched milk. My nephew was born with this and he is 18 now and has to carry an epi pen with him.
I’m so glad you were able to figure out about the milk allergy and find some relief for the boys and you guys. It’s heartbreaking when you feel like you “should have known” or something as a parent (I’ve had many of those moments with my kids and lots of tears!) but just know you are doing such a great job! Your love and care for your little men abundantly shines through each video.
My future daughter-in-law's son has a severe milk allergy. He's a teen now but he cannot drink or eat anything made with milk. It will be tough learning what he can eat as he grows but you'll get there.
Really enjoy watching your vlogs and always looking forward to your next one … your two are so very natural with the camera, keep up the great work, your babies are gorgeous!
So Wonderful to hear all about the Boys, and see them, you both are Amazing Parents learning everyday. Enjoy all the little moments with the boys and each other, looking forward to your next video. Take Care All. Xx
Ellen, they're sleepers or pyjamas hun. I added corn syrup to my son's formula or to boiled water for relief. I also used brown sugar mixed with warm water to. Just some old things that helped.
You two are so cute! I'm so happy that Ari and Noah are feeling much better. Having your first child (children) is so stressful on the parents too because you don't know what is normal. My son was such a quiet, happy little baby, never cried, slept through the night at 6 weeks. My daughter on the other hand was the total opposite. She suffered from colic and refused to drink from a bottle. I was her bottle for the first 6 months so no one could ever help me out. It all worked out in the end and I'm sure it will for you two as well. You both look amazing, and the boys are so much bigger just from the last video! Hope you have a wonderful week! Looking forward to seeing the new gym too! ❤
My daughter had a severe problem with her 4th baby with feeding. It took months to find out that baby Emberlee was severely allergic to milk protein, and then to find right formula. Emberlee also had severe problems with acid reflux, so meds for that. Finding right formula in-stock was very difficult. She was born premature, very tiny , and wasnt gaining weight. When was about 2, genetics testing found a very rare disease which showed the eating disorder as a problem as well as her older sister having. There are many other symptoms that go along with disease so both kids have to go for tests every few months, ie. Heart, thyroid, kidney, etc
Really loved seeing the boys sorry they have been poorly, really hope the milk works for them , waiting for my new grandson to arrive she had a sweep on Tues if he hasn't arrived by Mon she's going in , loved the elephant sleep suits elephants are my favourite animal like you wlth giraffes ell lol , love watching you all take care xx
Thank you for showing the babies when they was upset my sons same age as the boys and was born premmie too and he's currently having same issue. Im going to take him to doctors to get this investigated. Hes been straining to poop and wind so bad and being sick but i thought it was relux and colic like my daughter.
Here's a helpful hint, use tights instead of socks. They can't fall off or be kicked off. Glad you discovered why they were gassy etc and that they're ok.
So glad the change in milk seems to be helping. As a twin mom myself...you might want to try and have them sleep in their own cots as they get older. I tried co sleeping with my girls and as they got to the 6 week to 2 month mark, they were waking each other during the night Once I put them in their own cots, they slept all night ❤️
Speaking of thermometers when the boys get constipated take their temperature of course their not going to have a fever but you will see it gets the process moving and they have no discomfort use good amount of Vaseline. And I kept socks on my babies 24 7 365 days til they was 1 not one of them had colic maybe not 24 7 365 but definitely when they slept. I have 7 6 boys 1 girl. She's the princess in the middle and there's 21years from oldest to youngest. My oldest is a pediatric dermatologist specialist in Washington state in US. I've got the tests you have to take for parenting 101 I will look for it and post it next video you will enjoy it. Hang in there your doing just fine actually better then fine so ease up there Ell don't be so hard on yourself. Play classical music for them it stimulates certain parts of brain they say anyway. Mine had a fish aquarium (not real) that had fish that swam and lights and different music and a sleep timer it was awesome it connected to side x of crib. Just a suggestion. Lots of love from Missouri USA
Hey lovelies, so good to see you again. I’m so pleased the boys are more happier on the new milk, I can imagine the worry and stress you went through 😢 You mentioned about zip up night suits, I used to buy my grandson’s from a place called Style my kids on line, they were beautiful and very reasonably priced too. Look forward to seeing you all next week, much love ❤xxx
My niece had exactly the same thing as this, she’s 12 weeks old and she literally was better instantly. Her rash disappeared and she settled so much better ❤.
My heart goes out to u, but you don’t realise just what a fantastic job u r doing! I had my first baby wen I was 21 (he’s jus turned 27😫) and I can still recall a phonecall with my mum wen she said “ don’t worry, the first 12 weeks are the hardest” !!! He was 6 weeks and I jus burst into tears thinking I’m never gonna be able to do that long🤣!!! But with 2 little chaps u r smashing it and they are so lucky to have you both, Doing D.I.Y as well!!! You really are either crazy or just fantastic, and I can see u aren’t crazy!!! I live in Weymouth so wen u visit Bournemouth in the summer pop down and have a visit!! Wud love to meet u all. 💖💙💙💙xxxx
hi Fab and Ell so pleased your boys seam to be doing better , it was a bit upsetting to see Ell cry i too had a tear or too hope its all good from now on take care xx
Try raising the boys head of the babies cot using something underneath the boys mattress like a couple of towels rolled up etc. as if the boys have colic then having the head raised whilst they are sleeping it apparently helps babies sleep and reduces the pain from reflux/colic etc. Sadly it is trial and error with babies that have allergies to milk or formula etc. You guys are an amazing team and I know you guys will do amazing at ensuring your beautiful baby boys have everything they need, and they will thrive and grow up to be the best boys ever because they have you guys as their parents ❤️❤️💙💙
Thank you for your candour, I hope the boys are sleeping better and are not in pain going forward. You are all doing the hard yards now, and you are doing a great job. You have the support of all of your followers.
My daughter was on aptamil pepti 1 and also had reflux so also had gaviscon in her feeds. I completely understand how hard it is when they are so unsettled with feeds and never seem to settle or sleep for long periods. I’m a paediatric nurse so knew the signs so once I got her milk switched she became a different baby. I did have to add some carobel in her feeds just to thicken the milk abit due to her reflux but after that she was thriving and so happy! Fingers crossed this settles soon for them. I completely understand how stressful it is to watch your babies struggling!
You are both doing amazing with the twins. Things will settle down and you will get into a routine. There is no handbook for parenting. But you are doing so well. Much love ❤️
So glad the boys are doing well . Yous are doing such a good job when my son was born he was dairy intolerant it was so hard he had to sleep with an alarm on his mattress and was under the hospital they say it can disappear after there 1yrs old but then if not every 7yrs he's 14yrs old now and eats chocolate and cheese never thought I'd see the day, every now am then he comes our in a rash all over but nothing like it use to be. Hope this helps xx
My little boy had a deep cut behind his ear when he was younger, he also had cradle cap, and he suffered a terrible dribble rash at about 2 months, also had eczema but honestly when they get older it just all disappears! They’re so new to the world that their skin is just getting used to the atmosphere. My son also had digestive issues up until about 4 months! I promise though it gets easier! Again the digestion is to do with them being so young their digestion is just developing and figuring out how to work. My sons 8 months now and has nothing like this anymore! The beginning is so tough especially as a new parent! It does get easier though I promise! :)
I Put my twins on goats milk and they thrived ! I also kept the pram inside and used it ! Lol The outfits are adorable … I am Canadian married to a Brit …. I loved buying clothes for children when we visited :)
I loved how open you were and sharing stuff also thank you even though I wept when you started to cry but your doin fantastic 👌 👍 👏 😊 ❤️ keep up the great parenting guys there some lucky boys
Hey, our baby has CMPA. The stage one formula didn’t work for Roman because the protein is broken down, but still in the formula. It looks like it’s working for the boys though 🫶🏼 we’re on amino acid milk now. The fun begins when you start weaning and you have to introduce the milk ladder 😅
So happy the boys are feeding better. One at a time was hard, you two are doing and amazing job. They are growing so fast, prayers, they continue sleeping for you, they are adorable 💙💙❤️
My son had CMPA and was on prescribed Nutramigen. Please don’t feel awful, you’ve both done the right thing and you’re amazing parents for looking into it all 😘😘😘😘 xxxxx
My son got diagnosed with cows milk protein allergy at 5 months old he use to take near on an hour to feed dribble alot wasn't necessarily sick but hated being on his tummy etc. They prescribed him aptamil pepti 1 which is just the proteins broken down that babies should be able to manage them but my son couldn't digest it at all so he went onto a hydrolysed amino acid formula called neocate lcp formula which has no cows milk protein in it but the rash can be a sign of a reaction 😢
BAHAHA 😂 you guys crack me up - loving the banter! I’ve got a 1 month old singleton and I can only appreciate the extra coordinating required for twins! Thanks for the quality entertainment 😜
You are doing an awesome job with the boys. Allergies and reflux are quite common in babies.. how does a first time parent know what is normal and not? Youmight consider keeping them elevated or upright 15 to 30 min after eating as it helps with vomiting. Watch for blood in stool too as it is a sign of allergies. My son had to go on rice formula due to allergies. Hugs and you got this!
Loved the comment "socks just fly of babies", So true!!! Wanted to say babies in our family have these similar feeding problems !! You have our complete sympathies!!!! It will keep getting better, make sure you get sleep!!!!!!!
Emma Sleep is where I got my pillow and safe to say I no longer have neck pain (caused by pillows anyway - the delights of other health issues). So sweet to see how confident Ellen is now! 💕 xx
Wonderful news to hear the twins are more comfortable with their formula! I had to share a laugh with you regarding strangers comments i.e., " are they twins?" or " It must be tough with two of them" and so on. It's like " Really?" LOL
my grandson had the same cows milk allergy (as my daughter did) you do feel guilty for trying to feed them which is only causing them pain BUT it is Not anything to feel bad about. You've solved the issue and they are thriving! Boy you cant beat Britain for kids clothes!
You are the most sweetest cutest couple that I've seen for a while there's other ones too but you for first time parents you are there doing really good with those baby boys and you know I enjoy watching your videos I missed the one for February for some reason I have not received gotten anything maybe you've been really busy but I'm looking forward to getting your videos for what's going on in February so anyway you take care God bless you and you are doing a great job both of you are
I think we have all experienced what you guys have with newborns but it works itself out and yes there is some guilt that comes along with it but you should have everything worked out and a routine going soon. They are precious and so are both of you.😊
We had a very similar issue with our identical twin girls. They had severe reflux and we had to feed them sat upright (it’s definitely worse when you feed them lying down) and then hold them upright for at least 30 minutes after each feed to ensure that more of it stayed down. We also had their Next2Me cot on an incline as they would have more reflux during the night otherwise. I fed them a combination of breast milk and Aptimel Anti-Reflux formula. The latter really helped but sometimes made them constipated. I also cut out dairy from my diet and we tried dairy free formula but it didn’t make a difference. We also tried Hipp Organic and we also tried adding Caribel to their formula and giving them infant Gaviscon on the suggestion of our GP, but that didn’t help. We had very scary episodes where it seemed like they were choking when the milk came out of their nose and mouth at the same time. This happened on one occasion while they were a few days old and still in hospital and also when we first brought them home. We would blow in their faces to shock them into taking a breath, or I would hold them with their heads tilted downwards and their bodies resting on my arm and pat their backs until it cleared. It was very distressing but as they got older and we started weaning them the episodes stopped completely. They are now 2 years old and the reflux had mostly gone by the time they were 10 - 12 months old. We were also told not to feed them too much milk at a time and to give them a little at a time instead. You guys are doing an amazing job - you’ve got this!
We hope you are having a great start to the year! Let us know if you enjoyed the video in the comments 🤍🙌🏻
Been loving all the videos lately
Check my comment below regarding feeding- any advice just dm me I know what a very distressed time it can be not knowing much about it etc 💔
Can I ask what camera equipment you use ? 🥰 how do you edit also ? O really wanna start a Chanel but not sure how too ??🤣🤣🙏
Oh bless the boys happy to hear they are better loue watching your beautiful family xxxx
Oh you poor loves😢SO scary😟
The best thing you can do is make noise while the babies are sleeping. That’s exactly what we did and our kids could sleep through anything and anywhere. On the other hand my sisters whole house stopped and it had to be silent while her kids slept. As you know getting anything done has to happen when the babies are sleeping. I ran the vacuum in the same room and they slept through it. Y’all are doing great, keep it up!!!
My niece used to fall asleep to vacuum noises, my sister had to play them on her phone because she couldn’t just vacuum all the time
Omg Ellen crying at the boys being poorly literally has me in tears. Please don’t cry or be upset, I know it’s hard but you tried everything you’d had been advised first 😢 you did what everyone else would ❤ xxxx
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@@fabandell you’re both adjusting incredibly to your new life with the boys. I know we are all incredibly proud of you guys. Take time to sit and reflect on how far you guys have came in a year and what you’ve achieved and trust me when I say, your boys are so incredibly blessed to have parents like you two ☺️ xx
Seeing you cry Ell with the Mum guilt made me tear up 😢, you are both doing an amazing job but that emotion of wanting to protect our babies is overwhelming isn’t it. You have a lovely family, the boys are very lucky to have two parents who clearly adore them the way you do 💙
Made me well up when Ellen started crying about the boys, must be so stressful 😫 you two are doing amazing for your boys :) just remember everyday is a learning day with a new baby 🙂
El crying when the boys settled for the first time after moving to Aptimel Pepti had me in tears. My son who is 10 weeks old is also on Aptimel Pepti and the relief you feel when you realise they are no longer uncomfortable and in pain is indescribable. I felt all of her emotion in the moment it’s so mentally & physically draining when you baby/babies are like that. ❤ xx
Aptamil pepti 1 changed my daughter! Much happier baby :) rash on eyebrows and belly disappeared, no more discomfort, it took 2 weeks for me to see the full effect as that’s how long it takes for the other milk to leave the system x
As a tip from a Nicu nurse we use aptamil pepti JR which is this- most babies struggle to take to this and a tip we use is to make its warm, not room temp as otherwise they don’t entertain it. some babies love it hotter than normal on Nicu.
Also it does make there stools smell fyi 😂
43 yrs ago my baby couldn't keep any formulas down it would come up she broke out in a rash all over the doctor then said try goats milk her rash went away and she never threw up again. Your boys are so cute!
I remember the anxiety of being a first time parent well… they are so precious and every little thing is brand new so you don’t know what to expect or think. You are doing a great job! My son was in hospital when he was two weeks old because he had pyloric stenosis and had to have an operation to repair it. It was the scariest time of my life, so I really felt for you when you explained the feeding issues and the scary experience with Ari being unable to breathe. I am so sorry your boys are having a hard time, I hope they are doing better now! It’s lovely to see them grow, thank you for sharing your journey with us all! X
I feel for you guys! My second son had to go onto soya bean milk but it took nearly 6 months and a hospital stay to finally get there. Hang in there, your boys are precious 💗
Great to hear that Ari and Noah are doing better on the new formula. Glad that you included the banter between you two, it was real life and a realistic moment.
So glad someone saw what you've struggled with for so long! Here's to healthy, growing, happy babies!!
My 5 week old twins struggle with being on different schedules all the time! Also, have one that is a great napper and one that is a great night time sleeper which can also be frustrating.
Yes, ours can be the same! They aren’t always in sync which is difficult 😅
❤❤❤ You guys are doing great! I totally understand your tears Ell… it’s hard to see your kids in distress. Unfortunately it doesn’t get easier no matter how old they are. We all want to take their discomfort/stress away. Keep up the great parenting… you two make quite a great team. ❤❤❤
My son was exactly the same….it turned out he was allergic to cows milk, and was put on soya formula milk, and he was fine after he went onto Soya formula. Also soya formula you get on prescription from the doctors. He grew out of his allergy by the time he was 2 years old
After having twins it will be so good to make sure you refocus on your relationship too. A book called His Needs Her Needs I would recommend.
I've not had twins but I have had 7 children very close together. And it's easy to but your own relationship on the back burner. I wish I had read the book earlier.
I hope the boys continue to improve, I can only imagine how frightened, upsetting and frustrated you were feeling Ell. I was only saying a couple days ago how miraculous it is when babies are born. Going from the environment of the amniotic sac and fluid to the outside world of learning to breathe air with their little lungs going through a huge transition, virtually instantly. So your absolutely right Ell. I haven't heard of the fourth trimester before but yes, again your absolutely right. Most babies don't have the feeding issue when they're breastfeeding. Fingers crossed that whatever formila you have the boys on now, that it works so you can all get some much needed rest. Love their new clothes.
My 8 month old son has milk protein allergy and we didn’t figure it out until he was 4 months old. It is all so hard and you’re both doing so well! Know that you are ❤️
You are both great parents. How could you possibly know their symptoms were not normal.
Hey guys! So glad you’re doing well and infinitely proud of how your flourishing as parents ❤ just a memo when you have the boys in the carriers it’s recommended for your chin to be touching your head (in the UK) as that’s the safest!
No hate at all! Hope you don’t think I’m being mean just something a lot of people don’t know xx❤❤
Hey! Thank you for the advice, we know you’re not hating and we are completely open to helpful comments like this 🤍 do you mean for their heads to be touching our chin? Xx
I found a swing a life saver with my now 2 year old ! Big and bulky though not sure how you would cope with two in the house. Could have one thought and take in turns with who ever is needing it xx also she had a cows mill allergy we was on nutramigen (on prescription from docs so was free) and I think it took 3 different milks to get there. Cant really remember how to spell it now. Didn't notice until stopping breastfeeding. By 16 weeks she was itching so much all the time but changed milk and she was fine. We done all the checks at hospital I think when she was over one and pleased to say she grew out of it and had no allergies long term. At nearly 3 she has cheese yogurt milk the lot. Hopeful that's the same situation for you. She fed amazing once changing milk and changed to a settled baby really quick
Absolutely love you guy’s. I can’t believe how big those handsome little guy’s have gotten. They are gorgeous. You’re doing a wonderful job with them. Double trouble but you have got it. You look a tad tired but with them sleeping longer hoping you get some rest. Happy New Years! It’s so much fun seeing how the 4 of you are doing.
I had funnily enough messaged you about one of your boys possibly having cmpa! My little girl has too with exact same symptoms !
There are lots of milk out there should this one not work. Aptamil pepti will still have cows milk in, it’s just hydrolysed! So if this doesn’t work - an amino acid based one might ☺️
I had my second son have issues with severe acid reflux. He was breastfed exclusively. I had to change my diet etc. But he projectile vomited constantly after every single time he fed. We did use a medicine called ranitidine. It definitely cut down on the excessive amt of spewing… but more than anything he had to grow out of it. He did struggle til about 10-12 months. I am so sorry that you’re having to deal with them being sick. It’s incredibly stressful for parents to have to witness. I’m praying for you all
Lol. Best thing is, it doesn't stop. Mine are 25 and if they go out together they get it and not us now. Ours went separate universities and they were near each other. People would say saw you other day and you were rude, but it was his brother.
Those boys 🥰 absolutely adorable
My babies couldn’t drink formula had to use soy or Isomil colic is bad burp after every ounce I used head an shoulders on the the forehead for that dry skin it help don’t get in eyes God bless I’m praying for your boys to get over this
Huge well done, you know your babies best but that keeps changing as they grow. You’ll be their biggest advocates as they grow up and of course that starts before birth, your both doing an amazing job!
glad the boys are getting beater 😍
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You two make me smile so much. 😁
There’s nothing that you can’t deal with between the two of you.
Honestly, be so proud of yourselves.
Not only has your life been turned completely upside down with two newborns but you both are adapting brilliantly.
Never stop being real
Never stop being yourselves
You make the rest of us feel normal!
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I’m so sorry, I don’t know how to reply to this message….literally!
Im in the old phart category I’m afraid and haven’t found out how to type with two thumbs😬
I need my bins, concentration and a finger to tap every letter.
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Aww I'm so glad that the boys are improving, you guys are doing the best job so don't ever feel bad you're great parents.
Great catch up guys, doing a fantastic job. I watch Natalie Alexandra who has twin boys and she has always said getting them on the same schedule is very hard work. Im so pleased you managed to find out the issue with the boys and they are doing much better, which is making you two feel much better too. Its amazing how so many babies nowadays are allergic to dairy. Love all the clothes and the bedroom is looking really good xx
You're both doing great, you should give yourselves a pat on the back.
I have five children, I've brought them up alone since the eldest was ten. I completely agree about not being quiet around sleeping babies. It's the worse thing you can do. My third baby would go to sleep at night with the hoover on and the older ones would sleep through it 👍
Your sons are adorable 😍
Wow, go you!!! And yes, loud environments breed bulletproof sleeping babies 😂
Had my rock music on and Hoover.On baby's sleep threw anything my baby's had that behind ever
Watching this and getting memories from when I had my twins who are also MCDA like your boys. I went through the exact same thing with the cows milk protein allergy and had to fight to get aptamil pepti 1 because the gp had never really dealt with an babies with it. Thank God for the new health visitor I got who knew exactly what it was. skin has cleared and feeds got better and babies got better. Your instinct is always right as parents and you are doing an amazing job.
Ell you are super well done Mummy your boys are getting so big who would think you are doing so much home improvements post twin section birth again WELL DONE
In Canada it is forbidden to put a car seat in the front seat, due to the danger it causes to the infant in case of an accident and even just an air bag deployment. I'd invite you to check whether it is safe wherever you are. Best wishes.
My little boy sounded exactly the same when he was on Aptimil! He looked so uncomfortable and could tell he was suffering with trapped wind. We tried everything before switching to hipp organic and it was the best thing we ever did! He was completely different after xxx
Your lastest vlog had gotten me all choked up, thank you for being so open, honest and raw. Please remember that you are both amazing parents to Noah and Ari 🥰💙x
try separating them all the time. My twins one was a light sleeper and the other one a deep sleeper and just a nudge from each other would wake the light sleeper up. They basically thought it was time to eat when they were nudged by there sister. After I separated them from each other even when they were awake they did so much better sleeping.
I would definitely put both babies in the the back seat. It’s much safer.❤️
They will have switched the airbag off.
@@1ninjatiger we have 🤦🏽♀️🤣
It would only be safer in the back if we didn’t turn off the airbags. In terms of impact from a crash everywhere is just as risky as you do not know where the impact from a crash is going to be.
@@fabandell Lol I knew you would have 👍🏻 Babies are adorable you guys are doing a great job 👏🏻
My daughter had a cows milk protein allergy and was on pepti 1. Then pepti 2. At the age of 1 she then switch to soya milk. She grew out of it by the age of 2. She is now 7 and has no allergies at all
That’s reassuring! Thank you for sharing
So glad they are better it’s so hard in the beginning I remember them days bless them xx
So glad to hear you are making progress with the boy’s feeds. You guys have been so receptive to them and always doing everything you possibly can for them. 2 very lucky boys!
Panelling is going to look great, hope the gym is in full flow now too.
Thanks for another fab vlog 🤗
Thank you so much!🤍🤍
@@fabandell the cut behind the ear maybe eczema I used to get this as a baby and still do now just worth mentioning but you probably already took this into consideration xx
If they do have the protein allergy to cows milk also be very careful touching their skin if u have touched milk. My nephew was born with this and he is 18 now and has to carry an epi pen with him.
I’m so glad you were able to figure out about the milk allergy and find some relief for the boys and you guys. It’s heartbreaking when you feel like you “should have known” or something as a parent (I’ve had many of those moments with my kids and lots of tears!) but just know you are doing such a great job! Your love and care for your little men abundantly shines through each video.
So glad the boys are doing better ❤❤ Wishing your family the best for this new year!
My future daughter-in-law's son has a severe milk allergy. He's a teen now but he cannot drink or eat anything made with milk. It will be tough learning what he can eat as he grows but you'll get there.
Really enjoy watching your vlogs and always looking forward to your next one … your two are so very natural with the camera, keep up the great work, your babies are gorgeous!
I'm so glad the boys are doing better 💓 💕 💗
Good to see you all getting out for walks with the babies. Great for everyone! Thanks for the update!!
So Wonderful to hear all about the Boys, and see them, you both are Amazing Parents learning everyday. Enjoy all the little moments with the boys and each other, looking forward to your next video. Take Care All. Xx
Ellen, they're sleepers or pyjamas hun. I added corn syrup to my son's formula or to boiled water for relief. I also used brown sugar mixed with warm water to. Just some old things that helped.
You two are so cute! I'm so happy that Ari and Noah are feeling much better. Having your first child (children) is so stressful on the parents too because you don't know what is normal. My son was such a quiet, happy little baby, never cried, slept through the night at 6 weeks. My daughter on the other hand was the total opposite. She suffered from colic and refused to drink from a bottle. I was her bottle for the first 6 months so no one could ever help me out. It all worked out in the end and I'm sure it will for you two as well. You both look amazing, and the boys are so much bigger just from the last video! Hope you have a wonderful week! Looking forward to seeing the new gym too! ❤
My daughter had a severe problem with her 4th baby with feeding. It took months to find out that baby Emberlee was severely allergic to milk protein, and then to find right formula. Emberlee also had severe problems with acid reflux, so meds for that. Finding right formula in-stock was very difficult. She was born premature, very tiny , and wasnt gaining weight. When was about 2, genetics testing found a very rare disease which showed the eating disorder as a problem as well as her older sister having. There are many other symptoms that go along with disease so both kids have to go for tests every few months, ie. Heart, thyroid, kidney, etc
Really loved seeing the boys sorry they have been poorly, really hope the milk works for them , waiting for my new grandson to arrive she had a sweep on Tues if he hasn't arrived by Mon she's going in , loved the elephant sleep suits elephants are my favourite animal like you wlth giraffes ell lol , love watching you all take care xx
Thank you for showing the babies when they was upset my sons same age as the boys and was born premmie too and he's currently having same issue. Im going to take him to doctors to get this investigated. Hes been straining to poop and wind so bad and being sick but i thought it was relux and colic like my daughter.
Can you do a video on how to measure and install the wall panels and how much it costs to do? Have a great week 💖
Here's a helpful hint, use tights instead of socks. They can't fall off or be kicked off. Glad you discovered why they were gassy etc and that they're ok.
So glad the change in milk seems to be helping. As a twin mom myself...you might want to try and have them sleep in their own cots as they get older. I tried co sleeping with my girls and as they got to the 6 week to 2 month mark, they were waking each other during the night
Once I put them in their own cots, they slept all night ❤️
Speaking of thermometers when the boys get constipated take their temperature of course their not going to have a fever but you will see it gets the process moving and they have no discomfort use good amount of Vaseline. And I kept socks on my babies 24 7 365 days til they was 1 not one of them had colic maybe not 24 7 365 but definitely when they slept. I have 7 6 boys 1 girl. She's the princess in the middle and there's 21years from oldest to youngest. My oldest is a pediatric dermatologist specialist in Washington state in US. I've got the tests you have to take for parenting 101 I will look for it and post it next video you will enjoy it.
Hang in there your doing just fine actually better then fine so ease up there Ell don't be so hard on yourself.
Play classical music for them it stimulates certain parts of brain they say anyway. Mine had a fish aquarium (not real) that had fish that swam and lights and different music and a sleep timer it was awesome it connected to side x of crib. Just a suggestion. Lots of love from Missouri USA
Hey lovelies, so good to see you again. I’m so pleased the boys are more happier on the new milk, I can imagine the worry and stress you went through 😢
You mentioned about zip up night suits, I used to buy my grandson’s from a place called Style my kids on line, they were beautiful and very reasonably priced too.
Look forward to seeing you all next week, much love ❤xxx
My niece had exactly the same thing as this, she’s 12 weeks old and she literally was better instantly. Her rash disappeared and she settled so much better ❤.
My heart goes out to u, but you don’t realise just what a fantastic job u r doing! I had my first baby wen I was 21 (he’s jus turned 27😫) and I can still recall a phonecall with my mum wen she said “ don’t worry, the first 12 weeks are the hardest” !!! He was 6 weeks and I jus burst into tears thinking I’m never gonna be able to do that long🤣!!! But with 2 little chaps u r smashing it and they are so lucky to have you both,
Doing D.I.Y as well!!! You really are either crazy or just fantastic, and I can see u aren’t crazy!!!
I live in Weymouth so wen u visit Bournemouth in the summer pop down and have a visit!! Wud love to meet u all. 💖💙💙💙xxxx
hi Fab and Ell so pleased your boys seam to be doing better , it was a bit upsetting to see Ell cry i too had a tear or too hope its all good from now on take care xx
Try raising the boys head of the babies cot using something underneath the boys mattress like a couple of towels rolled up etc. as if the boys have colic then having the head raised whilst they are sleeping it apparently helps babies sleep and reduces the pain from reflux/colic etc. Sadly it is trial and error with babies that have allergies to milk or formula etc.
You guys are an amazing team and I know you guys will do amazing at ensuring your beautiful baby boys have everything they need, and they will thrive and grow up to be the best boys ever because they have you guys as their parents ❤️❤️💙💙
So sad seeing Ell cry you are doing great guys the boy’s are beautiful ❤
Thank you for your candour, I hope the boys are sleeping better and are not in pain going forward. You are all doing the hard yards now, and you are doing a great job. You have the support of all of your followers.
That had to be so scary to watch your boys struggling. I am so glad they are doing better and you both are getting some much needed rest. 🥰
We had a similar problem with our daughter as soon as she was born. We switched to SMA and it went away instantly.
My daughter was on aptamil pepti 1 and also had reflux so also had gaviscon in her feeds. I completely understand how hard it is when they are so unsettled with feeds and never seem to settle or sleep for long periods.
I’m a paediatric nurse so knew the signs so once I got her milk switched she became a different baby. I did have to add some carobel in her feeds just to thicken the milk abit due to her reflux but after that she was thriving and so happy!
Fingers crossed this settles soon for them. I completely understand how stressful it is to watch your babies struggling!
Fab, Ellen getting her nails done is not the same as you going out for the day with your friends! 🤣
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You are both doing amazing with the twins. Things will settle down and you will get into a routine. There is no handbook for parenting. But you are doing so well. Much love ❤️
So glad the boys are doing well . Yous are doing such a good job when my son was born he was dairy intolerant it was so hard he had to sleep with an alarm on his mattress and was under the hospital they say it can disappear after there 1yrs old but then if not every 7yrs he's 14yrs old now and eats chocolate and cheese never thought I'd see the day, every now am then he comes our in a rash all over but nothing like it use to be. Hope this helps xx
My little boy had a deep cut behind his ear when he was younger, he also had cradle cap, and he suffered a terrible dribble rash at about 2 months, also had eczema but honestly when they get older it just all disappears! They’re so new to the world that their skin is just getting used to the atmosphere. My son also had digestive issues up until about 4 months! I promise though it gets easier! Again the digestion is to do with them being so young their digestion is just developing and figuring out how to work.
My sons 8 months now and has nothing like this anymore! The beginning is so tough especially as a new parent! It does get easier though I promise! :)
I Put my twins on goats milk and they thrived ! I also kept the pram inside and used it ! Lol
The outfits are adorable … I am Canadian married to a Brit …. I loved buying clothes for children when we visited :)
I loved how open you were and sharing stuff also thank you even though I wept when you started to cry but your doin fantastic 👌 👍 👏 😊 ❤️ keep up the great parenting guys there some lucky boys
Hey, our baby has CMPA. The stage one formula didn’t work for Roman because the protein is broken down, but still in the formula. It looks like it’s working for the boys though 🫶🏼 we’re on amino acid milk now. The fun begins when you start weaning and you have to introduce the milk ladder 😅
Glad you found a solution!
Research and test for zinc deficiency!! My premmie had this !! Look at the rash pictures to compare
So happy the boys are feeding better. One at a time was hard, you two are doing and amazing job. They are growing so fast, prayers, they continue sleeping for you, they are adorable 💙💙❤️
My son had CMPA and was on prescribed Nutramigen. Please don’t feel awful, you’ve both done the right thing and you’re amazing parents for looking into it all 😘😘😘😘 xxxxx
My son got diagnosed with cows milk protein allergy at 5 months old he use to take near on an hour to feed dribble alot wasn't necessarily sick but hated being on his tummy etc. They prescribed him aptamil pepti 1 which is just the proteins broken down that babies should be able to manage them but my son couldn't digest it at all so he went onto a hydrolysed amino acid formula called neocate lcp formula which has no cows milk protein in it but the rash can be a sign of a reaction 😢
I laughed so hard at the “runt” comment. What beautiful babies!
Love the banter 😂❤️
Yessss made my night only just seen this!!!! You two cheer up my week
BAHAHA 😂 you guys crack me up - loving the banter!
I’ve got a 1 month old singleton and I can only appreciate the extra coordinating required for twins!
Thanks for the quality entertainment 😜
You are doing an awesome job with the boys. Allergies and reflux are quite common in babies.. how does a first time parent know what is normal and not? Youmight consider keeping them elevated or upright 15 to 30 min after eating as it helps with vomiting. Watch for blood in stool too as it is a sign of allergies. My son had to go on rice formula due to allergies. Hugs and you got this!
you guys are doing a great job. Love from Nova Scotia, Canada
Loved the comment "socks just fly of babies", So true!!!
Wanted to say babies in our family have these similar feeding problems !! You have our complete sympathies!!!! It will keep getting better, make sure you get sleep!!!!!!!
Emma Sleep is where I got my pillow and safe to say I no longer have neck pain (caused by pillows anyway - the delights of other health issues). So sweet to see how confident Ellen is now! 💕 xx
Well done guys, you are doing an amazing job !!
Wonderful news to hear the twins are more comfortable with their formula! I had to share a laugh with you regarding strangers comments i.e., " are they twins?" or " It must be tough with two of them" and so on. It's like " Really?" LOL
You two are so funny. Adorable babies with fantastic parents. Xxxx
my grandson had the same cows milk allergy (as my daughter did) you do feel guilty for trying to feed them which is only causing them pain BUT it is Not anything to feel bad about. You've solved the issue and they are thriving! Boy you cant beat Britain for kids clothes!
Thank you for sharing your journey. Best from Canada. ❤
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I love your conversations so cute❤️🙏‼️😁
You are the most sweetest cutest couple that I've seen for a while there's other ones too but you for first time parents you are there doing really good with those baby boys and you know I enjoy watching your videos I missed the one for February for some reason I have not received gotten anything maybe you've been really busy but I'm looking forward to getting your videos for what's going on in February so anyway you take care God bless you and you are doing a great job both of you are
I think we have all experienced what you guys have with newborns but it works itself out and yes there is some guilt that comes along with it but you should have everything worked out and a routine going soon. They are precious and so are both of you.😊
We had a very similar issue with our identical twin girls. They had severe reflux and we had to feed them sat upright (it’s definitely worse when you feed them lying down) and then hold them upright for at least 30 minutes after each feed to ensure that more of it stayed down. We also had their Next2Me cot on an incline as they would have more reflux during the night otherwise. I fed them a combination of breast milk and Aptimel Anti-Reflux formula. The latter really helped but sometimes made them constipated. I also cut out dairy from my diet and we tried dairy free formula but it didn’t make a difference. We also tried Hipp Organic and we also tried adding Caribel to their formula and giving them infant Gaviscon on the suggestion of our GP, but that didn’t help. We had very scary episodes where it seemed like they were choking when the milk came out of their nose and mouth at the same time. This happened on one occasion while they were a few days old and still in hospital and also when we first brought them home. We would blow in their faces to shock them into taking a breath, or I would hold them with their heads tilted downwards and their bodies resting on my arm and pat their backs until it cleared. It was very distressing but as they got older and we started weaning them the episodes stopped completely. They are now 2 years old and the reflux had mostly gone by the time they were 10 - 12 months old. We were also told not to feed them too much milk at a time and to give them a little at a time instead. You guys are doing an amazing job - you’ve got this!