Matters of Multiples

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie Celebrate and Share the Joy!

Talent Search for Multiples - in the United States. Help create an awareness!

Want to be in a Make Over Show! - Hey Multiples and Multiple Moms, do you know of 17-18yr identical triplet girls?- Help us in our search!. Contact us on Face Book or email us at mattersofmultiples - We are working with a national talk show host to find identical triplet girls for a segment in NY. It will be fun and exciting!!!!.

A make over show, the segment is coming up fast!, Tell friends and family!. We really appreciate it fans. Listen Now and learn more!

We want to hear from you!- Always Share your photos, links and events on with Matters of Multiples with flickr, be a fan on Facebook or listen to (mom) episodes on itunes and podcast alley.

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

Listen to Episode # 22 Now [CLICK HERE]

Dental Health and your children

In this podcast - we discuss rdquo;Dental Health and your childrenrdquo; Wenbsp;know moms out therenbsp; have been asking us when we were going to have a dental care expert on the show and now we have.

We interviewed James B. Gray, DMD, PC. Dr. James B. Gray practices in Roswell, Georgia. From the spacious modern open concept and of course friendly office atmosphere- where children's smiles cover the walls throughout. Dr. Gray and team made us feel at ease.nbsp;Creating Smiles.net Dr. Gray's practice handles special orthodontic needs such as braces, headgear, retainers, and more.

Dr. James discusses dental health in a basic forms - For Moms of young ones, when is the time to do dental health?- a childrsquo;s oral health and proper hygiene begins at what age?. First visit or teeth cleaning?- xrays. What about pacifiers?. There are so many questions for moms and parents.

We know It all seems like a big mystery when your child goes to the dentist. Itrsquo;s the only appt. when you are not next to your child or children the entire time. We are trying to take the mystery out and give you the information all Moms are wanting to know.

Judee and I discuss all dental health with Dr. Gray asking questions for all stages of a child's growth- When do they start losing teeth?, Dental and Gum health? ndash; Flossing /Rinses, Fluoride, Mouth Guards and Sports? tooth brushes, spinning/not spinning -Braces?- what kind- seems like each dentist prefers different kinds?

We hope this helps answer some of your dental questions - if you have more please tweet us and we would be happy to pass them along to Dr. Gray or contact Dr. Gray and his practice directly at CreatingSmiles.net

CreatingSmiles.net is a proud sponsor of this podcast. CreatingSmiles.net is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care. With every effort to ensure that your visit with them is a comfortable and informative experience.

Dr Gray's practice qualifications are in the design, application and control of corrective appliances bringing teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment for optimal facial balance. Their goal is to provide patients with the highest standard of treatment and an enjoyable experience.

We would love to hear from you!. Matters of Multiples fans and listeners follow us on Twitter@multiplesmoms.

A special shout out to our Face Book Fans and Twitter followers -yeh!, thanks for listening. Thank you Multiple Moms!. Make sure to share your photos with Matters of Multiples on our flickr community and on Facebook. We would love to see and hear from you!

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

Listen to Episode # 21 Now [CLICK HERE]

Family Time...is there enough time?

In this podcast - we discuss " Family Time"

Wenbsp;know moms out there - you can get very busy, Dad's too! - so busy that you donrsquo;t have time to spend with your family?.

Sure you drive your kids here or there for sports, make them dinner, help them with their home work, tell them bedtime stories - but are you spending time with them talking, sharing thoughts-ideas, and having Mom and Dad together with the kids, "the family unit" - that is the best!!!

Judee and I bothnbsp;know during the week is very hard with everyone's schedules, weekends are easier to have everyone get together - We have gotten so busy that we actually schedule family time - to do something together as a unit. Something we can all share and have fun as a family- just us, no friends of the boys or extended family. Bike ride, bar-b-que and cooking, planting, gardening, roller blading- seeing a cool movie- traveling together somewhere different.

We all know- holidays you get together, but it's not the same- usually involves extended family and it's not as focused on the unit and there really is the The Importance Of ldquo;Family Timerdquo;. With family time - It's a great time to to build deeper relationships within your family.

Passing on family values in your children building a stronger family unit is essential now a days/ with so many distractions - tv, phone, computers- DS's, games etc...

It's important to take some time to laugh and be silly with your child. Laughing can help in hard times and difficult times.nbsp;With the ever growing demands from school, jobs, and extracurricular activities, family fun can sometimes get lost or forgotten.

Judee and I have put together some tips we have used to help remind us to create more time with the family. Check out our Family Time Tips.nbsp;We are not experts, but we wanted to share and talk about how just a little quality family time can be so important and rewarding!. On some level it says "I love you all" spending and sharing time with you!, is the best.

We have even noticed some web sites, facebook pages and other organizations encouraging family time and activities together.

Here are a few we have highlighted.

I Love Spending Time with my Family [facebook page]

A wikiHow to spend time with your family [ideas]

eHow Family Fun Time [ideas]

Stouffer's Let's Fix Dinner [challenge to have meals together]

Family Day - A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Childrennbsp;[ideas]

Hope our tips and show help and inspire you! -nbsp;Make sure you share your own family time ideas, photos and tips with us on Twitter@multiplesmoms.

A special shout out to our Face Book Fans and Twitter followers -yeh!, thanks for listening. Thank you Multiple Moms! - especially Barbara with newborn Twin Boys!- thanks for following and Listening, we do this for moms like you!

Make sure to share your photos with Matters of Multiples on our flickr community and on Facebook.nbsp;We would love to see and hear from you!

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

It's a entire new season of shows and articles from Matters of Multiples.

We are really excited about our up and coming shows, we have been so busy with taping and interviews...we almost forgot - it's that time of season again, for the consignment sales!

Save time and money, shop and sell at consignment sales. We are sharing our rebroadcast of episode number 7. Where we discuss how to sell and shop in consignment sales.

From developing a strategy for each sale [buying or selling] to what to do and be prepared for with all consignment sales. We discuss both aspects and benefits from selling to shopping in consignment sales. As both mom's of Triplets plus being savvy shoppers, we have done our share of consignment sales.

Seasonal [Spring and Fall] consignment shopping has become a fast growing trend with baby and children's items. Kids grow and change so fast, and items like clothes, strollers, car seats, baby cribs and toys seem barely even used.

Judee is a pro when it comes to consignment sales - and has put together a great article on her 10 top consignment sale tips.

Make you share your own consignment sale stories, photos and tips with us on Twitter@multiplesmoms. Share your sale photos with Matters of Multiples on our flickr community and on Facebook. We would love to see and hear from you! - Happy shopping + selling!

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

Today on our show we interviewed a top plastic surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. His expertise experience in plastic surgery, has awarded him many appearances on CNN, Discovery Health, and Entertainment Tonight.

Doctor Keith Jeffords brings an unusual perspective, a depth of knowledge and experience to the practice of plastic surgery. His practice offers a wide array of cosmetic and laser procedures including breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, and skin rejuvenation with a high tech skin #38; laser center.

We discussed with Dr.Jeffords options for moms, especially our moms of multiples, who want to look and feel better. Sometimes exercise and dieting, just aren't enough, no matter how hard you work at it.

Dr.Jeffords discusses with us- the transformation that takes place to the body during pregnancy - from skin electricity, tone, and firmness to stretch marks - and then he shares what happens to the body after birth.

He explains how moms can help their bodies and how his practice Paramount Plastic Surgery can enhance their bodies with overall tone and skin quality. We learned about his "mommy makeover" and what procedures and treatments are involved to help Moms look and feel their best.

Paramount Plastic Surgery main center is located in Smyrna, Georgia. His state-of-the-art equipment, combined with the newest educational materials and treatment options, gives a very comfortable, inviting location and ambiance like no other ndash; especially for Moms! For more information visit doctorjeffords.com

Dr. Keith Jeffords will be happy to answer all your questions about the possibilities that exist today for enhancing and extending your beauty. Dr. Keith Jeffords is inviting you to review his credentials and to also look at the before-and-after images to give you better understanding of all they can do. Call Paramount Plastic Surgery for a consult, or drop Dr. Keith Jeffords a note with a question.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Dr. Keith Jeffords at Paramount Plastic Surgery. Dr. Keith Jeffords offers comprehensive services in a warm and friendly environment for clients considering cosmetic surgery.

Visit our behind the scenes images of Episode 19 podcast.

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Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

In this podcast we talk with Anitra Graves director of the Sleep Disorder Center @ Northside Hospital. Anitra is a expert on the value and necessity of sleep. What is one of the down side's to having babies all at once? Almost all bleary-eyed parents would agree that it is the lack of sleep. Any newborn is likely to keep odd hours, but balancing the demands of multiple newborns means that sleep is a scarce commodity.

We ask questions to Anitra Graves regarding newborns and sleep, different philosophies on sleep patterns, getting enough sleep for Moms and new parents, sleep apnea ndash; which is a common condition with severe preemies. Plus other very important topics on sleep and disorders, sleep walking, parasomnia, non-rapid eye movement sleep and Lagophthalmos[sleeping with eyes open].

Of course! Getting your children to sleep through the night is a parents ultimate goal. Adequate sleep is especially important for new moms, since sleep deprivation can lead to postpartum depression. An extreme result of overtired, frustrated parents dealing with multiple crying babies.

Other effects of sleep deprivation are ::

bull;nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;having trouble waking

bull;nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;feeling groggy all day

bull;nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;inability to concentrate

bull;nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;nodding off at work or home

bull;nbsp;nbsp; nbsp;mood problems, i.e. irritability, depression, anxiety

When you apply these symptoms to everyday life, you can see the serious effects of sleep deprivation. The stress felt by parents can affect their relationship with each other and with their children.

Anitra Graves gives great advice and knowledge to all parents, especially Moms in the podcast on how to get sleep when you can and get into a routine, plus stresses how important sleep is for everyone!

Here are a few Tips from Judee and Gillian on sleep and how to cope the first few months - When you get home. It's not easy, that's for sure - But above all, despite the difficulties, try to cherish this time. Yoursquo;ll be amazed how quickly it passes!

Catch up on sleep whenever you can. Naps are a great way to catch up. Sleep on weekends and work out a system of shifts so both parents can take turns napping.

Try and keep supplies on each floor, diapers, blankets, clothes, wipes - so after feedings you don't have to walk up and down and you can relax a little bit between and after the feeding routines. If possible, ask a friend or family member to come and watch your babies while you nap.

Change your diet. Starchy, heavy foods induce a drowsy feeling. Focus on lighter foods - fruit, vegetables and lighter carbs to feel more alert.Try not to exercise within three hours of bedtime.

For parents of multiples, take turns with the nighttime feedings. If possible, keep room temperature water and bottles pre-filled with formula powder at your bedside to reduce the number of trips to the kitchen.

Skip the chores. As hard as it is, try not to do household chores when Baby sleeps. When Baby naps, you should too.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Northside Hospital. Northside offers comprehensive services for mothers, fathers and their babies including pregnancy planning, lactation consults and baby care and everything in between. Northside Hospital for a lifetime of care - For more information visit www.northside.com

Make you follow our tips and what we are up to on Twitter ndash; follow us @multiplesmoms. Share links and events on with Matters of Multiples with flickr, Join us on Facebook

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

In this podcast we talk with a Triplet Mom, that has accomplished something that all multiple Moms would like to have ndash; after having children!! A fit body that has no sign of having multipleshellip;.

Jeri Sue Simon is a accomplished fitness and health coach plus a MOM of Triplets!!- who are 6 years old. Jeri Sue works with numerous gyms in Georgia coaching, training people on being and staying fit and healthy.

Jeri Sue's desire to help people achieve fitness started as a hobby and a way to get her own body back in shape after having her triplets. Just a part-time athlete in her youth, she began her adult athletic journey teaching weekly classes, and found it incredibly rewarding to touch the lives of so many people. Her appetite to inspire others continued to grow and now fitness coaches 6 days a week.

Her inspirational story is just what MOMs of multiples need to hear and can definitely relate to from bed rest, to gaining over 90lbs while on bed rest, to getting back in Fabulous shape. Jeri Sue shares her wonderful story and journey with us, As well as some tips on taking off the inches to the abs and other key areas.

Reach out to Jeri Sue and share your stories or get some fitness advice - she is an excellent coach and personal trainer in Georgia- especially for Multiple moms. Connect withnbsp; Jeri Sue is on FB and contact her directly via email email [email protected]

Make sure you check out our photos and behind the scenes on this interview with Jeri Sue Simon.

Make you follow our tips and what we are up to on Twitter ndash; follow us @multiplesmoms. Share links and events on with Matters of Multiples with flickr, Join us on Facebook

Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

In this podcast we interview Louise Stoll founder and inventor of CARES the Child Aviation Restraint System.Louise Stoll, the grandmother of 9 who invented the CARES child aviation restraint.

CARES is an elegantly designed belt and buckle device for kids 22-44 pounds that is easy to use and creates a safe airplane seat for your child without the hassle of carrying a 20 pound car seat.

We had a great time in this interview covering several topics regarding safe air travel with multiples and the convenience of having the CARES solution making it safe and easy to fly with! not to mention it is the first and only harness type Aviation Child Safety Device to be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an alternative to a car seat.

Each year more and more young children fly. But until CARES came along, there was only big bulky car seats you would have to bring on the plan with you ndash; the inconvenience, the weight of carrying several car seats plus your luggage. What was missing was a convenient, hassle-free way to keep young children safe and that is where CARES comes in. See CARES little Flyers'

You can purchase CARES directly on their web site and at major retailers across the US and the world plus at most major e-tailers on the internet.

Louise Stoll founder of CARES- has a generous exclusive offer to extend to multiples families. Purchase 2 CARES Aviation Child Safety Device and receive the third one FREE. Matters of Multiples listeners can contact CARES directly when purchasing to redeem this generous offer.

Make sure you check out Judee and Gillianrsquo;s Tips on Traveling with Multiples from Air Travel to Car Travel- we have done extensive traveling with our Triplets and these are some tips we use and it really helps!

This podcast episode is sponsored by CARES- Kids Fly Safe ndash; the solution to safe and easy flying with children!. CARES, Child Aviation Restraint System, is the only harness type child aviation safety restraint ever certified for airplane travel by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).CARES weighs just 1 pound and fits into a 6rdquo; stuff sack! It is simple to install, adjustable to virtually any size airplane seat, and keeps your child as safe as a car seat would. For more information and to purchase this great product visit www.kidsflysafe.com

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Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

In this podcast we interview a Nutritionist with Northside Hospital - Natalie Flolo a registered dietitian. Guiding moms on how to stay and eat healthy before, during and after pregnancy

We ask questions to Natalie Flolo on Nutrition and getting pregnant, while pregnant with multiples as well as Nutrition after pregnancy hellip;plus of course health and your figure after wards..every one wants those questions..

We discuss diet, exercise, pre-conception planning for you and your husband to your health and nutrition during pregnancy from healthy mom weights for multiples to educational features with vitamins, fluid intake and contractions to certain foods and stimulants that can be not healthy for pregnant moms. New nutritional facts while pregnant - Do you know about deli meat and fish consumption warnings while pregnant?

Those are just a few topics covered in this episode, plus helpful tips with a little guidance from MyPyramid Plan for Moms mypyramid.gov a guide for proper food groups while pregnant and after wards.

It is true therersquo;s a bigger nutritional drain on a mother when shersquo;s carrying more than one baby. It is hardhellip;alot of times you think of ldquo;junk foodrdquo; having higher calories, but itrsquo;s not always good for you. Having a nutritionist on had/ talking out food issues and cravings is very important for you and your babies

Be sure to check out our Quick Tips for health and maintaining weight while pregnant with multiples

This podcast episode is sponsored by Northside Hospital. Northside offers comprehensive services for mothers, fathers and their babies including pregnancy planning, lactation consults and baby care and everything in between. Northside Hospital for a lifetime of care - For more information visit www.northside.com

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Hosts: Judee Sunderland and Gillian Norrie

In this podcast we interview Principal Kathy Braswell a veteran within the Forsyth County School education program in Georgia for over 20 years. Kathy currently is principal for a school with 15 sets of multiples [12 twins and 3 sets of Triplets]

Mashburn Elementary

We had a great time in this interview covering several topics regarding multiples at school with implications for starting school; the balance of competition and cooperation among multiples; separation in school with classrooms for multiples, homework issues and of course the evidence from recent legislative and other initiatives on the development of school policy; the particular needs of higher multiples.

Be proactive with you school will help make the process run smooth for your multiples. Our research has shown that there is one child in 33 that is now a multiple - this only shows the significant increase in the number of twins and higher order multiples, what growth! You can help your school realize that being the same age, in the same school year, and in the same class, brings different dynamics

from brothers and or sisters born close together.

Teachers and parents need to be aware of particular issues that may affect the physical, intellectual, personal, social and emotional development of multiple birth children, and to ensure that school policy and practice include this special group of children and parents. Make sure you check out our photo stream for behind the scenes

Connect with us, we would love to hear your school stories. Your thoughts or questions, Are your multiples are together in the same classroom? Are they in separate classrooms at school? - Let us know.

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