New Years Eve - Riverbank,CA

Girl do it.. Yes, you will miss them, but they will do great.. Also the more used to it they become.. the easier it will be in emergencies..

Do it. It will be good for you as a couple and good for your children.

We continue to have weekly date nights after 25 yrs together. Couple time is super important and a priority on our list.

I wish we had family we could have left our daughter with at times. We've spent a fortune on date nights and do not regret a minute of it.

GO!!!!! I never had an issue leaving mine with my parents or my MIL overnight. If I don't get some nights out on my own or with hubby -I go nuts. They won't be scared or sad -they may cry when you leave, but they'll get over it the minute you're out the door. The best thing is it gives your kids and the family members a chance to bond and eventually create some great memories. I'm also a great believer in making kids adaptable. Do they have loveys or favorite pajamas or anything like that -a favorite blanket? If so, make sure to take those items and pacifiers if they use those. You will be so happy you did this -and go ahead and set the precedent now! If you wait, then you'll start having problems with them. Get them used to the idea now, so you and your husband can have some nights out for yourselves!

Totally do it! You need to for you and for them, seriously, it works both ways. You want them to start now with understanding that they can be safe and calm without you and an overnight is a great way for you to get a break! I would say even to make it easier that night, maybe you can have an overnight before then? I don't know who's caring for them and with twins I'm sure it's a lot to take care of, but if your caregiver is willing, do an overnight (or two;) before the big night. As far as what to bring, of course the normal stuff but maybe even some food?? Do they have a favorite breakfast they like or certain juice or something, maybe you can take that too so it's a comfort for when they wake up or before bed. It's harder on you that it will be on them, trust me! But it's worth it and before you know it you'll be trying to schedule overnights all the time! ;)

Go and enjoy yourself. You deserve a night out, and as long as you trust the family they are staying with then you should try not to worry. I always have a hard time leaving my kids, but if you can make yourself do it I doubt you'll regret it!

any chance someone could stay in your house with them? if not, take all their things to make it as homey as possible. and make sure they have a written routine. you give them their bath at home. they should spend as much as time as possible with them, as someone else said.

If they have a favorite stuffed toy or lovie they sleep with bring that, and make sure they spend lots of time with that person leading up to the over night.

Maybe stay a night all together first. Just a thought. But dont feel guilty!

I trust the house they will be staying at is with people with whom they are familiar. I agree with the person who suggested some sort of a "trial run". If your family can spend the night there together first, that would be good. Otherwise, be sure to leave the child there for some time during the day, or an evening at least once a week to help them get accustomed to being there. This will also help the caregivers get used to your child's needs, and possibly avoid an unpleasant night for them.
Once you've done what you can ahead of time to help make this visit as pleasant as possible for your child and the caregivers, definitely go and enjoy your night away from the children. You will want to leave contact numbers in case of an emergency, but DO NOT keep calling back to check on things. If you trust your caregivers enough to leave your child there in the first place, you can trust them to call you if there is any need to do so.

so many people neglect their marriages once kids come along - it is okay for you to put yourself first for once- and considerate of you to not make the babysitter/relative come to your home.

enjoy - they will survive, and so will you!

All of my grandchildren have been spending the night with me since they were 6 months old. I never had a problem with them being afraid because they had spent so much time at my house, they were comfortable there. If your little one has a favorite toy or blanket, I would bring that. I did find, however, that when they were 3, for some reason they had some trouble with feeling scared, etc. It was funny, because they all did it at age 3 - never before and never after. Not sure what that was about, just my observation. Leave the little one and have a great night with your husband. You deserve it and your relationship with your husband will improve because of it and all of that is nothing but beneficial for your little one!

Twins! I don't know how you do it. I say go for sure. I left my son for the first time in June. He was 1 month away from being 2. He stayed with his dad and hardly missed me! I missed him like crazy though. Since then, he went on a 2 day boys trip with his dad. Also, my husband and I went to a Halloween party and he stayed with my MIL for the first time overnight. He might stay overnight again for a holiday party. It's so nice now that we can do that. Although, my MIL watches him all week so I feel really guilty leaving him there any extra time.
I think you deserve it. Children really live in the moment so it might be hard for them at first but if they are having fun, they'll soon forget how much they miss you. Plus they have each other!!!
I brought my son to a New Years party last year and it was so hard. My husband didn't want to leave even at 11:30 and it caused a fight. My son was acting ok and happy up until then and then he was soooo done and so was I. It's much too late for a baby, obviously. New Years is a time to enjoy. Congrats on making it this far! When, my boy was 1, we stayed home but it was boring. Have a good time.
My first trip away was with my girlfriends. We all turned 30 this year. It was for 3 days, 2 nights. Tough for sure, but worth it.

Congradulations MOM on the twins. I know parents of twins that say they never learned to sleep until they were about 3!
I am assuming that the children know this person to stay with rather well. Make sure you leave medical information and a permission slip for those "just because" times. I have even had a parent leave instructions for incase they arein an accident of what I am to do. So it goes both ways for preparing. I have always hated going out so we have kept others children safely with us. I have them bring sleeping bags, and pillows plenty of pull ups and thier favorite movie , story book, and blankets. I generally set up a dome tent with a battery lantern and the kids think it's all wonderful. Send plenty of snacks that they like. Many times the moms have brought us something special as well like cider or treats. Make sure you leave a note of anythings the caregiver should know like billy wanders at night ans susie likes to go to the bathroom at 3 am. Since they are so young you might even be there until they go down for the night and then not feel quite so worried. It should be fine and I hope that you have a safe and fun night.

I am extremely against my dd at anyone's house overnight without me. She is an extreme momma's girl though. She sees most of her extended family sporadically. When we have left her overnight, we had the relative come to our house. Thankfully, one will.
I am admittedly an overprotective mom, but I also know my dd. She has been in her terrible two's since she was 18 months...and is almost two. Recently, I took her for a weekend away to a friend's house. It was NOT easy. After several tantrums, it was clear that being away from home was not easy on her. It supported my opinions and I am even firmer in my convictions.
Several things I would do if you really have to leave the child at someone else's home...
visit them several times with fun toys and games to make it something to look forward to.
Make sure to take their security items...pacifiers, fuzzy blankets, stuffed animals...etc.
I would also make sure to take their favorite foods. They will be more likely to eat them...that is if they have some.
You might want to see if there are any videos that might make things easier if there are meltdown moments...my dd loves sesame street and blues clues and Kailan.
Good luck and try not to feel guilty. I know it is hard, but this is one of the steps we moms have to face at some point. Enjoy the night!

Chrissy has a Great idea - if Possible -the whole family spend the night at the families house (some time before X-mas) that the babies will be staying at. That way they can associate that place w/ mom and dad..... Also it will allow the family members who are watching them See your night-night routine (and I'm sure they'll appreciate that) AND I think they're at a good age, no real separation anxiety yet. FEEL NOOOOO GUILT about this mama! You Deserve and Need it :-) Bring All their "lovies" Make sure to have fav blankets, stuffed animals, binkies, books - Just like you would at home :-)
HAPPY NEW YEARS !!!!! Enjoy ringing in the New Year w/ DH and Many cocktails ;-) since last year, obviously you werent doing much on new years! lol ENJOY mama

is there no way you can have someone stay the night at your house instead?