Types of Twins Identical Fraternal & More Identical and fraternal multiples are two of the most commonly known types of twins but they are not the only types of twins. Monozygotic and Dizygotic Identical Identical twins also known as monozygotic occur when one fertilized zygote (egg) splits into two separate embryos. They have almost perfectly …
Premature Twins in the NICU Premature twins, also known as preemies, are born before the 37th week of pregnancy. Unlike a singleton pregnancy, full-term gestation for twins is 38 weeks. Twins babies born between 34 – 37 gestation are likely to do incredibly well, so long there are no further complications or health issues. …
Pain Relief During Twin Labor Other than natural pain relief during labor there are medicated options available. Many healthcare professionals recommend all women delivering twins have an epidural in case of an emergency cesarean section. Pain Relief During Labor Some mothers choose medicated relief like an epidural while others choose relaxation and visualization …
Gestational Diabetesand Twin Pregnancy It is important to be aware of gestational diabetes and other twin pregnancy complications. But it is also best not to worry, as long as you have the correct medical care and a healthy twin pregnancy which also includes a relaxed mommy. What Causes Gestational Diabetes This is usually temporary and is …
Braxton Hicks Contractions Braxton Hicks contractions are also known as false labor or practice contractions. They get their name from the English doctor John Braxton Hicks, who described them in 1872 as the contractions that occur before the real thing. What are Braxton Hicks Contractions? Braxton Hicks are explained as the muscles of your …
Twin Pregnancy Complications So you’re having twins, what an exciting time. You may be concerned about the complications that can arise during a your pregnancy. When it comes to having twins and pregnancy complications it is important to be aware but not to worry or obsess about the what ifs. Concentrate on the now and …
Pregnancy BleedingAnd Twin Pregnancies Vaginal pregnancy bleeding or spotting is very common in the first trimester of a twin pregnancy, and is not always cause for concern. Even more commonly seen in women expecting twins is spotting in early pregnancy as your body adjusts to a multiple pregnancy. Some women may even bleed at the …
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 …