Olivia at 17 months wasn't into DVD's so I had a basket next to where I BF'd Charlie full of toys.....she was really into Little People at the time. So that helped. And books too.
I had 2 under 2 when Dd#3 was born last Sept. There is 19 months b/w them. I also had a 4 yr old.
The other tips are great the girls have given. I too resorted to the dvd player - i still do when im preparing dinner, and when im putting #2 or #3 down for a nap - im almost guaranteed 20 mins of 'peace'......
My suggestion is make sure you all eat LOL. I found the first few weeks tough, it would get to 2pm and id realised i hadnt eaten anything since my toast at 8am, neither had my toddler........ When buttering toast in the morning, pull out some bread, wack some vegemite on, throw it in the fridge - there, there is lunch done for you and your toddler. Throw some apricots, sultanas, dried biccies, whatever they like to snack on too in a containter. That way, when you have to feed your newborn, grab the container and your toddler may have a snack with you. Theres nothing worse than being into a full feeding session when your little one wants a drink, something to nibble.........ad wants in NOW.
Good luck, and like Lucy said, we've all surivived it, you will too.....
I had dd 2 when dd1 was 25 months...not two under two but close enough.
My suggestions
Get the bedtime routine down. If you are thinking a big bed then do it now!! It took me over a month to settle Sara into a big bed..Thanks Lucy for those tips!!!!
Set up at good lunch time sleep routine too.
Have snacks available
DVD's a must
In the first few weeks ask a special family member to come over and do afternoon play and bath time for the toddler or take the baby whilst you do the routine and take time out with your first..I so wish I had someone to do this.
Bugger the house or set aside baby bonus money to have the house cleaned. My DH doesn't buy me flowers when I give birth he makes sure I come home to a clean house.
Get an answering machine.
Go with the flow...In times of stress (2 screaming babies) just think of a cool blue ocean and remember that tomorrow will be different.
When you need a break don't be afraid to call out for help!!!!!
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