OUR CLUB'S GOAL IS TO HELP AND SUPPORT EXPECTANT & CURRENT MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES EDUCATIONALLY, SOCIALLY, AND EMOTIONALLY.
Who We Are
About Us
Welcome to the official Western New York (WNY) Mothers of Multiples Club website! We are a non-profit organization, founded in 1959, and are affiliated with the New York State Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs and the National Multiples of America organization.
Our club is organized to help support you in your special role as the mother of multiples (i.e., twins, triplets, and higher order multiples). Our members include expectant and current mothers of multiples (children of all ages), including mothers of multiple multiples! We understand all too well what it's like to bring multiples into this world (either though pregnancy or adoption) and the unique challenges and joys of raising multiples.
Expectant Mother Support
We have personal experience with challenges common to pregnancy with multiples (i.e., bed rest, premature labor, NICU).
Survive & Thrive
First-time mom? Already have children but new to multiples? We'll be here to help you through the early years and beyond.
Membership
Club Membership Features...
Annual Dues of $30 Includes:
Please Note: During COVID-19, New York State Guidelines are limiting our in-person gatherings. Please use the email address at the bottom of this screen to reach out about any questions you may have.
- Private Facebook Group of club members across Western New York - Chances are, if you are going through a challenging situation, another mother of multiples has had a similar experience and can offer advice or feel free to just vent! Common topics: Sleep/Toilet training multiples, speech/physical therapy, special education, nursing multiples, working moms, bed rest during pregnancy, and many more!
- Playdates with Other Families of Multiples - Coordinated free meet-ups at local parks, splashpads, and member's houses. If not a free event, we use our club power to secure group discounts and special rates whenever possible.
- New Member Tea - Come and meet some of our newest MoM members and enjoy an afternoon with some light refreshments and relationship building!
- MoMs Night Out (MNO) - Gatherings and outings (moms only!!). It is a mix of free and pay-as-you-go activities.
- Club Newsletter - "The Doublet" published 9 times during the year, will keep you updated on our events and happenings, member stories and more.
- Discounted BJ's Wholesale Club Membership - A local wholesale club which allows stacking of manufacturer coupons with BJ's-issued coupons for better savings on household and grocery products.
- Club Meetings - A chance to touch-base face-to-face with other moms of multiples, discuss club business, and listen to guest speakers (past programs have included a registered dietician, pediatric dentist, and financial advisor).
- Annual Clothing/Toy Sales - Every year we host clothing & toy sales open to the public where members can sell their gently used items. Members enjoy free admission and "early-bird" shopping hour before the sale is open to the public.
- "Multiple Connections" - Quarterly publication produced by the Multiples of America, our national organization, and emailed 4x per year.
- Book Club - This club meets every other month at various locations around WNY. Books are chosen based on member's suggestions (and availability at your local library.)
Community Outreach
As a 501c non-profit organization, we fundraise so that at the end of the club year we donate the proceeds to local charities or individuals in need as voted on by our membership.
NO FUNDRAISING REQUIRED OF 1ST YEAR MEMBERS
Events
Sample of Annual Calendar
Below is a sampling of what a typical year of membership events look like. More events (e.g., MoMs Night Outs, Children's Activities) are added throughout the year. Some are free events and some are pay-as-you-go events. Become a WNY Mothers of Multiples Club Member and join us!
SEPTEMBER
- MoMs NIGHT OUT - SCAVENGER HUNT & DINNER
- GENERAL MEETING
- FAMILY APPLE PICKING & PIZZA PARTY
- FALL KIDS CLOTHING & TOY SALE @ CARDINAL O'HARA HS OPEN TO PUBLIC - SHOP 10 AM - 1 PM, $2 ADMISSION
OCTOBER
- PUMPKIN PICKING & POTLUCK
- GENERAL MEETING
- COUPLES NIGHT OUT - THEATER SHOW
- FAMILY TRUNK OR TREAT HALLOWEEN EVENT
NOVEMBER
- GENERAL MEETING
- MoMs NIGHT OUT - "FAVORITES" PARTY
- FAMILY PLAYDATE @ LOCAL PLAYPLACE
- BOOK CLUB
DECEMBER
- FAMILY BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
- MoMs HOLIDAY PARTY
- UGLY SWEATER PARTY
JANUARY
- FAMILY PLAYDATE @ LOCAL PLAYPLACE
- GENERAL MEETING
- MoMs NIGHT OUT - YOGA STUDIO AND TACOS/DRINKS AFTER
- BOOK CLUB
FEBRUARY
- MoMs ONLY WEEKEND GETAWAY
- GENERAL MEETING
- FAMILY PLAYDATE - BOWLING
MARCH
- SPRING KIDS CLOTHING & TOY SALE @ CARDINAL O'HARA HS OPEN TO PUBLIC - SHOP 10 AM - 1 PM, $2 ADMISSION
- MoMs NIGHT OUT - GAME NIGHT
- GENERAL MEETING
- BOOK CLUB
- FAMILY PLAYDATE - EASTER EGG HUNT
APRIL
- MoMs NIGHT OUT
- GENERAL MEETING
- NEW MEMBER TEA
- NY STATE CONVENTION
MAY
- GENERAL MEETING
- FAMILY WEEKEND GETAWAY
- INFORMAL PLAYGROUND PLAYDATE
JUNE
- INSTALLATION DINNER
JULY
- INFORMAL MEET-UPS/PLAYDATES
AUGUST
- SUMMER LUNCHEON
- FAMILY BBQ @ LOCAL PARK
