Chaos 2 Calm: The Moms-of-Multiples' Guide to an Organized Family (Book & CD) (Paperback)

by Tonia Tomlin (Author)
Key Phrases: singleton children, birth program, partnership plan, Phone Number, Zip Code, Activity Schedule (more...)

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...a powerhouse of information that s destined to become the go-to book for new and expectant mothers everywhere. --Donna Smallin, author of The One-Minute Organizer

Think of all the effort, time and attention it takes to care for just one baby. Then consider what the demands are when you are the mother of twins or triplets or more! Those are the mothers for whom Tonia Tomlin (herself the mother of twin girls) has written Chaos 2 Calm: The Moms-of-Multiples Guide to an Organized Family. Enhanced with an accompanying CD, Chaos 2 Calm offers a wealth of immediately applicable, practical, effective, and user friendly tips, tricks and techniques on a variety of pertinent issues including where to put the nursery; how to organize closets, bathrooms, the kitchen, and other areas of the home. Tomlin offers seasoned and experienced advice on crating baby-safe spaces, coping with the challenges of childcare, settling in, implementing a routine, traveling with babies, where to find eco-friendly baby food, fashion, toys, baby shower etiquette, and so much more specifically addressing the needs and concerns of moms with multiples. Of special note are the forms, both those in the back of the book and those on the accompanying CD which can be easily printed out as needed. If you or a friend are faced with parenting twins, triplets, or more (multiple birth rates are at an all-time high and continuing to increase in the general populace), then obtain your own copy of Chaos 2 Calm -- you are going to need it! --MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW, September 2008

Product Description
Learn organizational techniques for preparing your marriage, your home, your life and your family for your new twins, triplets or quadruplets. Chaos 2 Calm is THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE for all moms of multiples-to-be to prepare for and manage the important and daunting task of raising multiple babies. You will refer to this guide again and again. Use this book and CD to discover how easy it is to: Prepare for your new life as an organized parent of multiples Stay productive even while on bed rest Organize your childcare needs Create an organized and safe home for your babies Develop and commit to an organized routine for your babies The Bonus CD includes forms, agreements, & sample schedules!

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Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: SortedOut Publishing; (Book & CD) edition (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0980154804
• ISBN-13: 978-0980154801
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #273,911 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and easy to follow, September 24, 2008

By	Rosalie Mackinaw - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book applies to anyone with kids. It is a fabulous tool for first time parents or parents with more than one child. As a former NICU nurse and the mother of three kids, I wish I had had all of the helpful hints and "good- to-know" time saving and organizational tips in this easy to read book. The forms on the CD are great. I have already used the Emergency Contact and Activity Schedule forms. I am sure I will refer to it again and again.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Practical Guide for Making Life with Multiples More Manageable, September 19, 2008

By	Susan M. Heim - See all my reviews

This book is chock-full of practical advice, handy worksheets and product recommendations for families with twins and multiples. There's even a CD with the forms, agreements and sample schedules in the book so you can print them out and use them over and over again. You'll learn things like how to set up an efficient nursery, plan a shower, find good daycare, make your house safe for your babies, travel with twins, and even adapt a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Unique bonuses include a sample letter you can send to companies to receive complimentary products offered to families with multiples, a caregiver agreement form, and a schedule for signing up volunteer helpers! It makes a great gift for expectant or new parents of twins and multiples.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for new parents of multiples, September 16, 2008

By	Kristi DeWall (Flower Mound, Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Tonia has done an excellent job in taking one of the most chaotic times in a family's life and putting some order into it. The book tells you ways to start great habits for your children and your marriage that will last a lifetime. She has already done most of the work for you by including many forms and schedules that are extremely helpful in keeping your day from becoming a disaster. We have raised our family using many of the same tools that she suggests and it has had a positive impact on our marriage and our ability to enjoy time with our children.