Quads

[SoWhat]

My brother had quads (four babies -- doing very well thank G-d)a week ago and I'm looking for resources to help him out both financially and emotionally. Any leads?

[captorquewrench]

check your local churches and assistance ministries.

You might also want to contact various companies that manufacture baby items (car seats, diapers, formula/food, clothing like Carter's, Gerber, etc)

Include a photo and say how much you'd like to use their products, but as the parents of multiples, could they include any coupons or special money-saving offeres?

[sharinbo]

http://www.greatbabyproducts.com/links.htm has TONS of links...I'll bet you could find some help there. I will keep looking...

http://www.nomotc.org/mlinks.html

http://multiples.about.com/?once=true&

Gerber Baby Food
Call them at 1-800-443-7237 and ask them about their multiple birth program. They will send you free coupons for baby food.
Beechnut Baby Food
Call them at 1-800-523-6633, they will send you a promotional packet and coupons.

Heinz Baby Food
Call them at 1-800-872-2229 and ask them about their multiple birth program, they will send you coupons.

Drypers
One free package of Drypers per child & $1 off coupons. Send copies of birth certificates to Drypers Corporation, Attn. Multiple Birth Program, PO Box 8830, Vancouver, WA 98666-8830. 1-360-693-6688

Evenflo
Send copies of birth certificates to Evenflo, Attn. Multiple Birth Program, 1801 Commerce Drive, Piqua OH 45356. They will send you a free starter bottle kit, disposable bottle liners and nipples.

Playtex
Send copies of birth certificates to Playtex Corporation, 215 College Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652. 800-222-0453. They will send you a bottle kit, liners and pacifiers.

Free Diaper Genie
Send copies of birth certificates before the babies are 3 months old to Mondial Industries, 600 Mondial Parkway, Streetsboro, OH 44241.

The First Years
Send copies of birth certificates to The First Years,1 Kiddie Drive, Avon, MA 02322-1171. 1-800-533-6708. They will send you bibs and rattles for each baby.

Johnson and Johnson
Call 1-800-526-3967 and ask about their multiple birth program. They will send you coupons.

Huggies
Send copies of birth certificates to Kimberly Clark, 2100 Winchester Road, Neenah, WI 54956. 1-800-544-1847. They will send you coupons for free diapers.

Congratulations from the White House
A welcome card from the president for new infants and first birthdays! Be sure to specify which one. Send babies' names, address, and birthdate to:
{On a post card!}
White House Greetings Office
Room 39
1600 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.
Washington D.C. 20500

[Wimzik]

Try http://www.twinslist.org/freebie.htm


And congrats!!!!

[sharinbo]

Freebies And Promotional Items For Multiples
updated: 07/25/02

We are continually asked if companies offer free stuff to families of multiples. We do not go out and approach companies for free stuff or promotional items for families of multiples. However, we do get lists submitted to us from families who have found companies that have special promotions or offers for families of multiples. Below is a list that has been compiled from e-mails that we've received since starting this web page.

These listings are contributed by individuals. These may or may not be current (so please don't get mad at us if the company no longer offers the promotion).

Abbott Laboratories, Ltd. Ross Labs Division:
CANADIAN ONLY Similac Welcome Addition Club, not a multiple birth program, but will send three packets. Have a pregnancy packet. Call 1-800-518-2582, or write Similac Welcome Addition Club, P. O. Box 130 Station Pointe Claire, Pointe Claire, Quebec, CANADA H9R 9Z9. Similac Formula. (4/00) (A suggestion from a triplet mom: call your pediatrician's Similac rep directly and ask for more!)

ANSA BOTTLE COMPANY
Will respond only to QUADS and more for information. Call 1-800-527-1096. (4/00)

BEECHNUT NUTRITION CORPORATION
100 South 4th Street
Suite 1010
St. Louis, MO 63102
Call 1-800-233-2468, Beechnut Nutrition Corp., 100 S. 4th St., St. Louis, MO 63102. They have a New Parent packet with feeding information, coupons, and a jar label program. www.beechnut.com (4/00)


Carter's
1-800-241-5066. www.carters.com To avoid phone call, send copies of birth certificates to The William Carter Co., Att: Multiple Birth Program, 224 N. Hill, Griffin, GA 30223. (4/00)

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COLGATE / PALMOLIVE
Call 1-800-338-8388, receive coupons for Baby Magic. (4/00)

COSCO
Call the consumer line at 1-800-544-1108 or 1-800-457-5276 ext. 445 or email [email protected] to receive a booklet about their products. Their web site is www.coscoinc.com (4/00)

DIAPER GENIE (PLAYTEX)
Call 1-800-843-6430 to receive a $7 coupon which can be used towards the purchase of a Diaper Genie. Send information of your impending delivery on Dr.'s letterhead or copy of birth certificate. For babies to 3 months old. Diaper Genie, Playtex Products, Inc., 20 Troy Road, Whippany, NJ 07981. (2/02)

Drypers Corporation
Call 1-877-379-7377. You will receive a coupon for 1 free package of diapers and 2 coupons for $1 off for each child, a cents off coupon for wipes. Drypers Corporation, Multiple Program, P. O. Box 8830, Vancouver, WA 98666-8830. www.drypers.com (4/00)

EARTH'S BEST FOODS
For the Earth's Best Family Program, call 1-800-442-4221 for a newsletter and coupons. Can order on line or send a post card to Earth's Best Family Program, P. O. Box 15958, Lenexa, KS 66285-5959. www.earthsbest.com (4/00)

EVENFLO (bought GERRY)
Both USA and Canada, call 1-800-356-2229, Multiple Birth Program. Receive a gift packet of products and coupons. Send copies of birth certificates. Evenflo, 1801 Commerce Dr., Piqua, OH 45356 Web site www.evenflo.com (4/00)


FISHER-PRICE
No multiple program. Will send coupons with product inserts and put you on a mailing list for catalog of products. 1-800-432-5437. www.fisherprice.com (4/00)

GERBER
Call 1-800-443-7237 and ask for the Multiple Birth Program. Send in copies of birth certificate or birth announcement to Gerber, Attention Multiple Birth Program, 445 State St., Fremont, MI 49413. You will receive coupons and literature. Web site www.gerber.com Has a rewards program at www.gerber-rewards.com Save UPC labels and send for items. (4/00)

H.J. HEINZ
Call 1-800-872-2229 Multiple birth program. Will receive feeding booklet and coupons. They have a Donation Program. You save the front portion of the label and give to your local participating hospital. Heinz will donate up to 6 cents per label received for local children. H.J. Heinz, P. O. Box 57, Pittsburgh, PA 15230-0057 This information for USA only. (4/00) CANADA: For Canadian program, call 1-800-565-2100. H.J. Heinz, 5700 Yonge Street, Suite 2100, North York, ON CANADA M5M 4K6 (11/01)

HEALTHTEX CLOTHING
1-800-554-7637. You can be put on a mailing list to be informed when special promotion occur. Web site www.healthtex.com Has specials and clearances. Also receive a discount if you buy more than one item. (4/00)

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
Call 1-800-526-3967 for a Multiple birth program new parent packet that has product information and coupons. Write to Johnson & Johnson, 199 Grandview Rd., Skillman, NJ 08558 Attention Information Center (4/00)

JCPENNEY MULTIPLE BIRTH PROGRAM
http://www.jcpenneyportraits.com/multiples/

KIMBERLY CLARK
(HUGGIES and other products) Call 1-800-544-1847 or 1-800-990-4448. Multiple Birth Program. You can request a catalog and coupons, and be put on a mailing list for future promotions. Send a copy of their birth certificates, or newspaper announcement. State number of children and sex. Kimberly-Clark Corp., Dept. QMB, P.O. Box 2020, Neenah, WI 54957-2020 Check out web site for information and new promotions, sweepstakes www.Huggies.com (4/00) CANADA: Write to Kimberly-Clark, Inc., Department QMB, 50 Burnhampton Rd. W., Mississauga, Ont. CANADA L5B 3Y5. (4/00)

KOOSHIES
Call 1-800-841-5330 Available for USA and Canada. 336 Green Rd., Stony Creek Ont., CANADA L8E 2B2. www.kooshies.com Send a letter (PLEASE PRINT RETURN ADDRESS), with proof of birth. For newborns to 3 months, will send no scratch mittens and booties (be sure to mention babies gender). Also have a trial pack available for $9.95 (US funds), which has diaper, liners, washcloth, etc. (4/00)

[sharinbo]

MATTEL
Call 1-800-524-8697 and request coupons, will receive them for each child. Web site www.service.mattel.com (4/00)

MAGAZINES
Free issues - www.americanbaby.com or www.babytalk.com (4/00)

McNEAL CONSUMER PRODUCTS
Call 1-800-962-5357 to receive literature and coupons on children's products. Please include birth certificates when writing to McNeal Consumer Healthcare, Mail Box 790, 7050 Camp Hill Rd., Ft. Washington, PA 19034 Web site www.Tylenol.com (4/00)

MEAD JOHNSON /BRISTOL MEYERS /SQUIBB
Call 1-800-422-2902, or write to Mead Johnson, CRC B215, 2400 W. Lloyd Expressway, Evansville, IN 47721 to request formula coupons-available to all parents. For multiple gifts ask your pediatrician to contact the local sales representative. ENFAMIL has the good rewards program. Web site www.enfamil.com
Multiple Births: Twins receive one complimentary case of powder formula per child.
Triplets/Quads receive a three-month supply of powder formula (3 cases per baby).
Quintuplets/Sextuplets/Septuplets receive one year supply of formula (12 cases per baby). All of the Enfamil Family of Formulas are included: Enfamil, LactoFree, Enfamil AR, ProSobee, Nutramigen, Enfacare and any special formula. 2. Special Formulas: Any special formula a newborn is on receives a complimentary case from Mead Johnson: Nutramigen, Pregestimil, Portagen, Phenyl-Free, MSUD, TYROS<PFD. Call 1-800-BABY 123.(4/00)
CANADA: Call in Canada only 1-800-361-6323 or write Mead Johnson - CANADA, 333 Preston St., Suite 700, Ottawa, Ont. CANADA K8N 5C2 (4/00)

MOTHERS LITTLE MIRACLES (Pets and People)
Call 1-310-544-7125 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. PST. Fax (310)544-7129 For triplets and more only - will receive 1 time, a 3 item gift box. Send copy of birth certificate to Mothers Little Miracles, 27520 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 125, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274. (4/00)

NESTLE/CARNATION
Parents can receive five cans of ready to feed Good Start by contacting our very best baby resource center and asking for information on the Nestle Carnation program for multiple births. New moms can contact us either by telephone, mail, or on our website at www.verybestbaby.com. You can contact us by calling 1-800-811-7500 or write us at Nestle Carnation Baby Formulas, P.O. Box AW, Wilkes Barre, PA 18703. We will request copies of birth certificates be mailed or faxed to us at 570-301-4533. (10/01) CANADA: To request a can of powdered formula, write to Nestle Brand, P.O. Box 700, Pickering, ON CANADA L1V 3T3; FAX (905)837-5009. (11/01)

OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC
Call 508-946-1000 or Fax 508-946-7704. Multiple birth program requires birth certificates sent to Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., Consumer Affairs Dept., One Ocean Spray Dr., Lakeville-Middlesboro, MA 02349 (4/00)

OSHKOSH B'GOSH
Multiplicity Club Special
At all OshKosh company-owned locations, parents of multiples receive a special 10% discount good on all products throughout the store. Parents eligible for discount only, offer not valid on website, see store for complete details. Call 1-800-692-4674 for a store location near you or visit our website at www.oshkoshbgosh.com. (2/02)

PAYLESS SHOES: They will give you a free pair of shoes for each baby. (4/02)

PBM PRODUCTS: With their multiples program, you can receive one case of store-brand formula (such as Target or Wal-Mart) for each baby. Copies of birth certificates are required. For more information, call 1-800-538-8254. Send birth certificates to PBM Products Inc., Attn: Deborah Burdyck, 204 North Main Street, Gordonsville, VA 22942. (4/02)

PFIZER, INC
(Desitin) Call 1-800-723-7529 or send your name, mailing address, name of product and any questions to: Attention Consumer Relations Dept., Pfizer Consumer Health Care Group, 235 E. 42 St., 6th floor, New York, NY 10017. You can fax your request to 212-973-7437. (4/00)

PLAYTEX: Now handles Baby Magic. Call 1-888-532-2229 for coupons. (11/01)

PROCTOR AND GAMBLE
(PAMPERS and LUVS) Call 1-800-285-6064 Request coupons,1 for each child, 1 pkg. each of diapers, 1wipes and only 1- 42 oz. Dreft. State whether you want Pampers or Luvs. Need to send copies of birth certificates. You can receive their newsletter through the web site at www.pampers.com They have many fun things on their site. You can buy Preemi Pampers by the case. Write to Proctor and Gamble, Inc., Consumer Services Division, P. O. Box 599, Cincinnati, OH 45201-9633. (4/00) CANADA: Proctor and Gamble, Inc., P. O. Box 335, Station A, Toronto, Ont. CANADA M5W 1C5. (4/00) MEXICO: Proctor and Gamble, Inc., Mexican Consumer Center, Loma Florida #32, Lomas De Vista Hermosa (4/00)

RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM AND BAILEY CIRCUS
Each child born in the USA is entitled to receive their first "The Greatest Show On Earth" circus ticket free. Mail your childrens' name, address, and date of birth to: Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey, P. O. Box 39845, Edina, MN 55439-9458. You will receive a certificate exchangeable for one admission ticket per child. This certificate can be redeemed at any time during the child's lifetime! (10/98)

ROSS LABORATORIES
Call 1-800-222-9546 for the Welcome Addition Club for parents. No multiple program available. Will send one packet per household. Please do not write. Similac and Isomil formula (4/00)

SAFE BEGINNINGS
Members receive a 20% discount* on Safe Beginnings products which include the largest selection of childproofing products, infant and toddler items and home safety basics. For the greatest in convenience visit Safe Beginnings online at www.safebeginnings.com to see the company’s most expansive product selection. When you go to the Safe Beginnings home page, be sure to enter your Triplet Club, TRIPW, under Group # which entitles you to a 20% discount* on items. If you wish to order from Safe Beginnings’ catalog, call 1-800-598-8911 and be sure to mention you are a Triplet Club group member. When you order, your membership entitles you to a 20% discount* on product purchases. Please note that the Safe Beginnings online catalog offers a wider product selection than the print catalog. When requesting a print catalog, please allow two to three weeks for delivery. *Some exclusions may apply and are noted along with the product information. Discount cannot be combined with any other offer. Not valid for prior purchases. (7/02)

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SANDOZ PHARMACEUTICALS (Triaminic)
1-800-453-5330 No multiple program, but do have a Parent Club that you can join. Send out several coupons twice a year, plus information on safety in the home. (4/00)

SASSY, INC
Call (616)243-0767 or Fax (616)243-1042 and ask for "multiples" offer. They will send you an order form for Sassy Baby Products. You purchase one item and they supply your multiples with the identical item, at no charge to you. Send a copy of their birth certificates and the order form to Sassy along with $6.00 for a Training Cup or Mini Blankie, or send $4.50 for a Starter Fork & Spoon, Disposable Mattress Pads (6 count), or Easiest Grip Comb & Brush (choose only one item). Mail to Sassy, Inc., "Multiples" Offer, 2305 Breton Industrial Park. Dr. SE, Kentwood, MI 49508. Shipping and handling is included. Canadian residents need to add $1.00 extra to cover additional postage. For photos and descriptions, visit their website at www.sassybaby.com (11/01)

SEARS PORTRAIT STUDIO
Coupons available on web site at www.searsportrait.com Fun and activities on the web site. (4/00)

SOCIAL SECURTIY
NUMBERS for your children. Call 1-800-772-1213 and request form SS-5 be mailed to you. Return, and they will mail you the numbers. (4/00)

SPENCERS
Call 1-800-633-9111 or write to Spencers Inc., Attn. Quality Control, P. O. Box 988, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Need name, address and proof of birth (certificate, hospital record, newspaper announcement). Will send a packet with a letter, area store list, order form and growth chart. (4/00)

STRIDE RITE SHOES
Corporate stores (there are independent dealers) use the following policy. Bring copies of birth certificates the first time and they will put them on file. The shoes need to be purchased at the same time to receive the following discounts: triplets 15%, quadruplets 20% (5% increase with each additional multiple child). Web site www.striderite.com (4/00)

THE FIRST YEARS
Send a copy of the birth certificate or newspaper announcement to First Years, Attention Multiple Birth Program, One Kiddy Dr., Avon, MA 02322. You can call 1-800-533-6708, but they will tell you to respond in writing. Will receive bib, rattles and catalog. www.thefirstyears.com (4/00)

THE WOODEN SOLDIERS
Call 1-800-375-6002 or fax 603-356-3530 for a free catalog of color coordinated children's clothing. The Wooden Soldiers, P. O. Box 800, North Conway, NH 03860-0800. (4/00)

TINY LOVE Attn: Renee Ross, 12622 Monarch St., Garden Grove, CA 92841; (888) TINY-LOVE. Buy one get one free on any product purchases through TINY LOVE. This discount only applies to your first order placed directly via the (888) TINY-LOVE number. They require that you fax or mail some sort of birth verification. For further information, contact Renee Ross at the above number or at [email protected]. (9/01)

WELCOME WAGON
Call your local Welcome Wagon representative (in the white pages of your local phone book) for samples and coupons. www.welcomewagon.com (4/00)

WHITEHALL LABS
(Anbesol /Robitussin, etc.) You can call 1-800-322-3129 for the Multiple birth program. They will send several coupons and information. (4/00)

WIC
Contact your local WIC agency or your county Health Department for complete information on the WIC program if you are a low income household. This is an outstanding service if you meet their income guidelines.

Ask your hospital or pediatrician to contact the local baby formula representative in town. This can often lead to free product or coupons for formula.

****** NOTE ******

ADDRESS ALL INQUIRES: (unless advised differently) - ATTENTION: CUSTOMER SERVICE. IN MOST CASES, BABIES MUST BE UNDER 1 YEAR OF AGE. REMEMBER: OFFERS CAN CHANGE AT ANY TIME, BUT DO NOT HESITATE TO MAKE CONTACT.

EACH COMPANY WILL REQUIRE A COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE OR NEWSPAPER ANNOUNCEMENT. IT IS BEST TO CALL FOR FULL INSTRUCTIONS.

PURCHASING FOR MULTIPLES: when purchasing anything in triplicate or more, ask your store manager if they have a multiple discount. Some stores have such policies on request. If not, you might receive special consideration from the store manager.

Contact your pediatrician for possible help for formula from his local company representative

*WALMART has their own brand of formula, both regular and soy called Parents Choice. It is made by Wyeth Laboratories. Parents notified us that it can be purchased at a very good price. For nutritional reference information call 1-800-272-5095 (not Walmart, but the manufacturer).

WE SUGGEST YOU TAKE TIME TO DROP A "THANK YOU" NOTE IN THE MAIL TO ALL RESPONDING COMPANIES.

Although compiled for high-order multiple births, this list can be used for singleton pregnancies. Most, but not all companies will honor requests for single and twin births.

[tina z]

I have no advice but would like to offer congratulations x 4 to a proud family. Please give each of those little sweeties a hug and kiss from me! ((((((hugs)))))) tina:) :) :) :)

[sharinbo]

Found an online auction site for families with multiples:
http://www****buytwo.com/

A wonderful support site:
http://www.mostonline.org/

http://www.nomotc.org/

[Widgetsx3]

No advice but congrats on 4 beautiful neices/nephews (you never said).

Piches Tina and runs....fast...hehehehehe

[SoWhat]

Thanks very much. Thanks Sharinbo for your efforts. BTW, 3 boys and one girl.