How to Have Triplets in Sims 4: With or Without Cheats

If you’ve ever tried to raise a big Sim family, you know the chaos and joy that comes with multiple births. But what if twins aren’t enough? What if you want to go all in and welcome triplets into your household? In The Sims 4, having triplets is rare, but not impossible.

With the correct setup (or the right cheats), you can totally make it happen. You just need to know how to have triplets in Sims 4. Luckily, we’ve compiled a detailed guide below on how you can have triplets for your next family of legacy gameplay.

Whether you’re doing the 100 Baby Challenge or want to see if you can survive three babies at once, this guide covers every method: from natural ways to increase your chances to the exact cheat commands that guarantee triplets. I’ve also included a FAQ section to answer most of your Frequently asked questions.

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Why Have Triplets in The Sims 4?

Let’s be honest, raising triplets in real life sounds exhausting. I know many parents of twins and triplets who would never wish it on anyone. But in The Sims 4, you can have multiple babies without the actual stress. It’s chaotic, hilarious, and totally worth the challenge.

If you’re on the fence about having triplets for your next game, here are some reasons why you should highly consider it:

It’s a milestone moment: Having triplets is a rare event in the game, so pulling it off (especially without cheats) feels like a major win.
Perfect for legacy and baby challenges: If you’re doing the 100 Baby Challenge or just trying to grow a big Sim family fast, triplets get you there quicker.
It ups the difficulty in a fun way: Think sleepless nights, back-to-back feedings, and constant diaper changes. It’s a crash course in Sim parenting and time management. It also switches up your boring gameplay.
It’s a great storytelling tool: Maybe your Sim is a super-parent, or maybe they weren’t ready at all. Either way, triplets make for unforgettable gameplay moments.

There’s no doubt that triplets can shake up your gameplay in the best (and most exhausting) way. It’s also a great Sims 4 Story Idea if you have run into a creative block.

How to Have Triplets in Sims 4

There are two ways to have triplets in the base game – the natural way without cheat codes and with cheats/mods. What you choose varies depending on your preference and gameplay goals. Here’s a complete breakdown of both methods.

How to Have Triplets in Sims 4 Naturally

If you want triplets without resorting to cheats or mods, you’ll need to stack the odds in your favor. Unfortunately, there’s no 100% guaranteed method in vanilla gameplay. But there are some tricks you can combine in-game to seriously boost your chances of conceiving triplets: These are as follows:

1. Fertile Trait

The Fertile Reward Trait is your best friend here. You can buy it in the Rewards Store for 3,000 Satisfaction Points. Please give it to both parents for the best results. It increases the likelihood of twins or triplets during pregnancy.

To earn satisfaction points quickly, complete Whims or Aspirations.

2. On Ley Line Lot Trait

Add the On Ley Line lot trait to your household. It’s known to increase the chances of multiple births, and it works for triplets too! This trait can be added from Build/Buy Mode under Lot Traits.

The trait also works for occult babies like aliens and mermaids, so you can build your own little fairytale family.

3. Watch the Kids Network / Listen to Kids Radio

This one’s an old Sims trick that still works. Have your pregnant Sim:

Watch the Kids Network on TV
Listen to the Kids Radio on a stereo

Doing both simultaneously during pregnancy can improve the odds of multiples. It’s especially useful during the first and second trimesters.

4. Be Romantic Often

While this isn’t backed by hard mechanics, many players swear that frequent romantic interactions between the couple, like WooHooing and expressing love, seem to influence multiple births. So, there’s no harm in trying! However, don’t get your hopes up as it may not work.

5. Try for Baby Instead of WooHoo

When engaging in sexual relations with your partner, make sure you’re using the Try for Baby interaction, not just WooHoo. Only “Try for Baby” can result in pregnancy and trigger the potential for triplets.

6. Get a Fertility Massage

If you have the Spa Day EP, your pregnant Sim can get a fertility massage to increase the chances of having multiple babies. Many players have tried this method and it has worked, but it’s also not a guarantee.

Please note that none of these natural methods guarantees you will have more than one baby. Your Sim’s chances of conceiving twins and triplets only increase if you use all of them together. I only recommend going the natural route if you are in no rush to get your Sim pregnant and have twins or triplets.

However, if you feel impatient (or unlucky), the next section dives into cheats and mods that let you force the outcome.

How to Have Triplets in Sims 4 Using Cheats & Mods

Sometimes, no matter how many times your Sim watches the Kids Network, the universe still delivers a single baby. Instead of playing a guessing game, use cheat codes and mods to guarantee your shot at conceiving triplets.

Cheat codes and modes give you full control over your Sim’s pregnancy. Here’s how to guarantee triplets fast:

1. MC Command Center (MCCC) – Mod

The MC Command Center mod is the most powerful (and popular) tool for controlling pregnancies in The Sims 4. With it, you can:

Force a Sim to become pregnant
Choose the baby’s father, gender(s), and number of babies (up to 6!)
Skip to any pregnancy trimester

The mod basically gives you full autonomy to run your Sim’s pregnancy however you like. You can skip to the last trimester and give birth to your child sooner, or choose your baby’s DNA.

If you want to use MCCC to make your Sim pregnant with twins or triplets, follow these steps:

Make sure your Sim is already pregnant or use MCCC to start the pregnancy.
Click on the pregnant Sim → MC Pregnancy → Offspring.
Set the number of babies to 3 or your desired number (can literally be anything)
Let the game play out or fast-forward to birth.

Bonus: You can also see the names and genders of the babies ahead of time.

2. Cheat Code Method (No Mods Needed)

If you don’t want to install mods because they slow down your game, you can use cheat codes to force a triplet pregnancy. Here’s how to have triplets in Sims 4 using cheats.

Enable cheats on your PC or console.
Press Ctrl + Shift + C (PC/Mac) or L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 (consoles) to bring up the cheat console, then type the following cheat: testingcheats true
Get your Sim’s ID number: sims.get_sim_id_by_name [FirstName] [LastName]. Example: sims.get_sim_id_by_name Bella Goth. I have a detailed guide on How to Get Sims ID that you can follow. Note down the long number returned.
In the cheat console/box, type the following pregnancy cheat to force pregnancy and the number of babies: pregnancy.force_offspring_count [SimID] [TargetSimID] [Number]
Example (for triplets): pregnancy.force_offspring_count 1234567890 3

Please note that this cheat sets the number of babies but won’t start the pregnancy. You need to Try for Baby first or start a pregnancy via other means (like another cheat or MCCC). Please take a look at our article on Sims 4 Pregnancy Cheats to discover all the ways to make your Sim pregnant

3. Other Pregnancy Mods

Apart from MCCC, there are other mods you can use to force triplets on your pregnant Sim. These are:

Lumpinou’s WooHoo Wellness & Pregnancy Overhaul: Adds more control over fertility, pregnancy symptoms, and even birth options.
Pregnancy Mega Mod (older but still functional): Allows you to set pregnancy stages and outcomes.

Using cheats and mods not only speeds things up but also gives you full control. This makes it ideal for storytelling, machinima, or when your patience runs thin.

How to Know If Your Sim Is Having Triplets

After trying all the methods mentioned above, you want to know whether your efforts bore any fruit. How do you know if it worked? Unfortunately, the game doesn’t tell you outright, unless you use a mod. Here’s how to find out:

1. Use MC Command Center (MCCC)

This is the easiest and most accurate way to check.

Steps:

Click on the pregnant Sim
Select MC Command Center → MC Pregnancy
You’ll see:
How many babies they’re carrying
The genders
The father (if applicable)
How far along the Sim is
How many babies they’re carrying
The genders
The father (if applicable)
How far along the Sim is

You can also fast-forward the pregnancy or even name the babies in advance.

2. Wait and See

If you’re playing without mods or cheats, you’ll have to wait until your Sim goes into labor. The number of babies is only revealed at birth.

🍼 When the Sim gives birth, you’ll see:

A popup for Baby #1
Another for Baby #2
And if you see a third popup… congratulations, it’s triplets!

While waiting can be annoying, it’s suspenseful and a bit chaotic, but fun if you want a surprise. Unfortunately, if you have a single baby, you may have to repeat the process all over again until you get twins.

If you want to have a single pregnancy and guarantee twins, then use MCCC and turn on testing cheats. It’s the only sure way to conceive multiple babies.

3. Pregnancy-Related Buffs

Your Sim won’t get a special buff for having triplets, but you might notice faster bladder loss, hunger, or exhaustion, especially in the third trimester. Still, these aren’t reliable indicators unless paired with other methods.

What to Expect When You’re Expecting (Triplets)

Triple the babies means triple the needs, and your Sim will feel it. Here’s what to prepare for:

Fast-depleting needs: Hunger, bladder, and energy go down quicker. I recommend using cheats to eliminate the stress of having to fulfill these.
Extra-long labor: The birth process takes longer as the game generates three babies.
Auto bassinet placement: The game usually auto-places three bassinets (even if you didn’t prep space).
Overwhelmed parents: Be ready to pause often and micromanage everything.

Tips for Managing Triplets in The Sims 4

So the triplets have arrived, and the diapers are already piling up. Now what? Taking care of a single baby is already chaotic enough, add two more to it, and your parent Sim will go nuts.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the madness, here are practical tips to help your household stay (somewhat) sane while raising three babies at once:

1. Pause Often and Micromanage Like a Pro

Time moves fast in The Sims 4, and three crying babies can quickly spiral into chaos. Don’t be afraid to pause frequently to queue up interactions like:

Feed
Cuddle
Rock
Change diaper

This helps prevent neglect or accidental Social Services visits 😅. It also ensures you’re not panicking and trying to juggle one thousand things at once.

2. Hire a Nanny

Nannies are lifesavers. You can hire one by using your Sim’s phone under “Hire a Service”. They’ll:

Feed the babies
Clean up bottles
Help with diapers
Give you time to sleep, shower, or build skills

You can even hire multiple nannies with cheats or mods for ultra-busy households. The beauty of the Sims 4 is that you can use money cheats to afford anything from day care to nannies and child care.

3. Don’t Forget the Parent’s Needs

It’s easy to focus entirely on the babies, but your Sims will burn out quickly. Keep an eye on:

Energy (use naps whenever possible)
Hygiene (quick showers work wonders)
Social & Fun (talk to each other or sneak in a TV break)

As mentioned earlier, you can use cheats to buff your needs. However, if you want a more realistic gameplay style, be sure to stay up to date with all your needs. Remember, Happy parents = better baby care, and this also goes for the male Sims (child’s father), especially if you live in the same household.

4. Use Objects to Your Advantage

A few must-have baby-friendly items:

Stereo (play lullabies or Kids Radio)
High-quality fridge (quick meals help save time)
Coffee maker (great for tired parents)
Auto lights (save money + reduce chaos at night)

5. Age Them Up Strategically

Once the babies become toddlers, things get trickier, but you can:

Age them up one at a time to stagger the workload
Use toddler beds and skill-building items (like Wabbit Tablets)
Focus on key toddler skills like potty and communication first

6. Consider Playing on a Longer Lifespan

If you want more time to handle the triplets without stress, switch to Normal or Long lifespan in the Game Options. This gives you more room to breathe during those early stages. If your Sim chooses a longer lifespan, they will have ample time to enjoy each stage of the baby’s growth and create a beautiful relationship with all three.

Raising triplets might feel overwhelming at first, but once you get into a rhythm, it becomes one of the most rewarding gameplay experiences. Plus, it makes for some pretty wild storytelling.

FAQ

How do you get triplets in Sims 4?

You can have triplets in Sims 4 in two ways – naturally or using cheats/mods. Getting triplets naturally is rare, but possible with the right setup. You’ll want to stack multiple in-game boosts like giving both parents the fertility reward trait, adding the On Ley Line lot trait, and having the pregnant Sim watch the Kids Network or listen to Kids Radio.

If you want to guarantee twins, you must use cheats or mods. You can use pregnancy cheats or the MCCC mod to conceive multiple babies.

How can you make sure you get triplets?

To guarantee triplets, you’ll need to use cheats or a mod like MC Command Center (MCCC). With MCCC installed, you can click on the pregnant Sim, go to MC Pregnancy, and manually set the number of babies to three.

If you prefer cheats, enable them by typing testingcheats true, then use sims.get_sim_id_by_name Firstname Lastname to get the Sim’s ID, followed by pregnancy.force_offspring_count [SimID] 3. Just make sure your Sim is already pregnant before using this.

How do you get an ultrasound in Sims 4?

This features isn’t available in the base game, so you’ll need a mod to get ultrasounds. The most popular one is the Ultrasound Scan Mod by LittleMsSam. It lets your pregnant Sim visit a hospital, return with an ultrasound scan photo, and find out how many babies they’re having, along with their genders. It’s perfect for realism and storytelling, especially during legacy or family gameplay.

How can you make sure to have twins instead of triplets?

If you’re aiming for twins but don’t want triplets, you can still use many of the same methods. Just avoid using cheats or settings that force a specific number. The Fertile trait, On Ley Line lot trait, and pregnancy-friendly entertainment (like Kids Radio and Kids TV) can all boost twin chances.

Alternatively, if you’re using MC Command Center, you can manually set the baby count to two for guaranteed twins without the chaos of triplets.

What are the chances of having twins or triplets in The Sims 4?

By default, the chances of having twins or triplets in The Sims 4 are quite low. Without any traits, lot effects, or mods, your Sim has roughly an 89% chance of having a single baby, a 10% chance of having twins, and only about a 1% chance of having triplets.

These odds can be increased by adding the Fertility reward trait to one or both parents, using the On Ley Line lot trait, and having the pregnant Sim watch the Kids Network or listen to Kids Radio. Even with these methods, triplets are still relatively rare unless you use a mod like MC Command Center or force them with cheats.

Final Thoughts: Triple the Trouble, Triple the Fun

If you plan on having triplets in the base game, be prepared for a chaotic but fun family ride. From midnight feedings and messy toddler tantrums to the first three days of school, raising triplets will test your Sim parenting skills like nothing else.

But if you’re up for the challenge? The rewards (and screenshots) are totally worth it.

Have you had triplets in your game before? Did you survive the chaos or rage-quit halfway through? Share your stories, tips, or even your favorite mods for managing multiple babies in the comments below. I’d love to hear how your household handled the madness!

How to Have Triplets in Sims 4: With or Without Cheats

Why Have Triplets in The Sims 4?