Twin Mom of 7 (Almost 8!): Her Vaginal Twin Birth, NICU Costs & Why Early Pediatric Therapy Matters

#33: Join us as Kiki Amlaw shares the chaos and joy of raising (almost!) eight children. Discover the surprises, challenges, and humor in her story that will resonate with any parent navigating a big family. Kiki shares her intense and emotional journey through twin pregnancy, vaginal twin delivery, NICU stay, and raising a large family. She offers insights on medical experiences, family dynamics, and navigating healthcare bills, all with humor and honesty.KEY TAKEAWAYSHow Kiki found out she was expecting twins, her husband’s reaction, and how quickly family logistics changed from 4 to 6 kidsKiki describes her twin pregnancy as physically intense, including bed rest, birth story details, NICU time, and the postpartum recovery process including prolapseJess and Kiki talk about the financial side of birth and hospital care, including itemized bills, multiple accounts, and the stress of NICU chargesKiki shares how much her church community supported her during pregnancy and postpartum, especially with meals and childcareThe episode also covers developmental and therapy needs, including physical therapy, speech therapy, OT, torticollis, and hearing concernsKiki gives an overview of her daughter's hearing and vision concerns, including acoustic reflex testing and a diagnosis involving her optic nerve and Dwayne’s retraction syndromeThe episode closes with Kiki’s advice to twin moms: hold your babies, love on them, and don’t let negative internet groups get you downEPISODE SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $30 off your first 2 orders and a free gift!CONNECT WITH KIKIInstagram @KikiCatrynaCONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESSInstagram @TwinMomLifePodcastDISCOUNT CODESLooking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding TwinsRiverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, the host may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The information shared on this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider. The views, opinions, and experiences expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not reflect the hosts personal beliefs, opinions, or those of this podcast. Hosting a guest does not imply endorsement of their statements, products, services, or viewpoints. The goal is to encourage thoughtful conversations and provide a platform for a variety of perspectives.