Labor Contractions Information about labor contractions and how they are timed, stages of labor, what they feel like and when to go to the hospital. Stages of Labor There are three stages of labor, the first stage is when the cervix begins to dilate until you are completely dilated and effaced (cervix is opened …
Preeclampsia About one in three mothers having twins experience symptoms and signs of preeclampsia, also known as toxemia or gestational hypertension. What is Preeclampsia? Pre-eclampsia is a restriction of blood supply going to the placenta, which provides food and oxygen to your babies. Pregnancy high blood pressure (gestational hypertension) combined with high amounts of …
Are Identical Twins Fingerprints also Identical? Many people wonder if identical twins fingerprints are also identical. Although monozygotic twins may have similar prints there are obvious differences. So the bottom line is NO they both have different fingerprints which can be determined on close examination. Fingerprints are a case of nature vs. nurture and scientists …
Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome Twin to twin transfusion syndrome or TTTS is very rare and occurs only in identical (mono-zygotic) twins. This happens when blood is transferred from on baby to the other through blood vessels within a shared placenta, monochorionic. It can be dangerous for both babies, the donor twin, who loses blood and doesn’t …
Twin Pregnancy Weight Gain Twin pregnancy weight gain… Find out here what’s considered healthy. Discovered you are having twins with a million questions running through your head. A common concern is how much weight will I gain and what’s normal weight gain during a twin pregnancy? Twin Pregnancy Weight Gain It is important to gain …
Labor Bag Checklist What to pack in your maternity bag? A labor bag checklist is a great way not to forget the essentials. A twin pregnancy rarely goes full term, on average twins are delivered between 34 and 38 weeks, so be prepared and have your bags ready at 28 weeks. There are many things to …
Early Signs of Labor The early signs of labor and delivery also known as pre-labor of your twin babies is the same as a single baby pregnancy. A twin pregnancy rarely goes full term on average between 34 – 38 weeks, so be prepared making sure your labor bag is packed , car seats are installed and …
Pregnancy Stretch Marks When having twins, pregnancy stretch marks are something most of us worry about. While your two babies are taking resident in your belly it will grow and grow and grow some more, so your skin will be stretched to its limit. Most will be left with a stretch marked belly, there are …
A Twin C-Section Delivery of your Newborn Twins A c-section known as a caesarean section is something many of us think about when having twins. Though the probability is higher with multiples, many women with a twin pregnancy give birth vaginally. It will depend on the presentation of your twins (the position they are laying) …
Having a Healthy Twin Pregnancy A healthy twin pregnancy is essential for healthy twins and mom-to-be, including a Healthy Pregnancy Diet, Specialized Care and looking after you. Specialized Care One of the most important things you can do for a healthy twin pregnancy is to find the right medical care. Ideally you will want to …