topic was where to find reliable information, resources,
and sources of support. Discussion included
identifying friends, family, and social networks they
could recruit. “It takes a village” and “Line up your
team” were mantras often repeated for the purposes
of soliciting help with groceries, meals, and yard
work so that parents would be freed up for baby care
of the multiples. Although parents often found people
willing to help with holding and feeding babies,
what was needed more often was help with household
chores instead, so they would be able to spend
time with their babies in between napping. If anyone
in the group had children, sibling adjustment was
discussed, relevant to the developmental stage of the
sibling. Local classes for cardiopulmonary resuscitation,
referral to reputable websites, and books were
available for loan. Discussion also included interview
questions for choosing a pediatric health-care
provider. Dependent on where the families were in
this process, and what their knowledge was regarding
the variety of providers available, a good discussion
within the group usually ensued. In addition, immunization
schedules
were discussed and questions and
concerns addressed.