In my wildest dreams (translation: terrifying nightmares), I can’t imagine what parents of multiples experience (translation: endure). I am in awe. I bow to their super humanness. So, in honor of those miraculous, brave gals who are pregnant with twins or more and those who’ve already been delivered – literally and figureatively – to their altered universe, I give you the Top 10 Mistakes Made by New Parents of Twins/Multiples (list only from about.com, a part of the New York Times Company).

1. Running Out of Supplies Unless you’ve got the resources of the Jolie-Pitt family, stocking up may be difficult. Watch for coupons, and sales at places like Sam’s Club and Costco. Wet wipes and Huggies may wind up on your holiday wish list this year.

2. Not Napping … the moms, not babies. Parent of multiples repeatedly advise future parents of multiples, “When they nap, you nap!” (Synchronized napping is a real Olympic event.)

3. No Stroller or the Wrong Stroller No stroller? Who are these octopi moms? Maneuvering two or more has got to be challenging. When shopping for the indispensible item, look for easy manageability and simple closing; a tandem (front/back) or side by side model is up to you and your family's needs...and the size of your trunk.

4. Confusing the Babies Who ate when? How many ounces did she drink last feeding? Who is this? Even the most laid-back mom of twins or more cannot avoid the inevitable: Make a chart! Write it down! Experts say "color code" with a small dot of nail polish on one toe to help distinguish babies.

5. Mixing Up Priorities “Let it goooooo,” is your new mantra. Simplicity now rules!

6. Hindering the Help What are you nuts? Answer “hell, yes!” when help is offered.

7. Not Taking Time Out Good luck with this one. Time out might mean shaving your legs.

8. Becoming Isolated from Others Network with other moms of multiples. Advice, anecdotes and a well-placed “Atta girl” or two are crucial to sanity.

9. Being Inflexible Nursing while on the toilet is usually part of the job description. (Not really) kidding aside, adopt a “roll with the punches” attitude because classic textbook answers may not be in your future. Multiples are still individuals, with individual needs and internal schedules.

10. Losing Perspective Hang in there. You’ll eventually eat an entire meal, color your hair and sleep again. Treasure the special times and keep the faith that calmer days are ahead (until the middle school years arrive; they’ll keep you up at night all over again – but for very different reasons!)