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If I do want to give birth to my twins vaginally, does that mean I have to go through labour twice?
Stop panicking; no, you don’t! You’ll go through the first and third stage of labour - where your cervix dilates and then, after your...
Pregnancy & Birth
If I do want to give birth to my twins vaginally, does that mean I have to go through labour twice?
Stop panicking; no, you don’t! You’ll go through the first and third stage of labour - where your cervix dilates and then, after your...
Should I be taking prenatal vitamins or supplements? And is there any medication I shouldn’t be taking?
If you’re not already taking it, as soon as you find out you’re pregnant, start taking folic acid as it’s important for your babies’...
But there aren’t any multiples in our family!
Ah well, science isn’t always exact! While multiples do run in families - if you have sets of non-identical, or fraternal, twins in the...
Is a multiples pregnancy more risky than a singleton pregnancy?
Yes, it is, but please don’t let this worry you unduly. Statistically, a multiples pregnancy is considered higher risk than a singleton pregnancy, but...
I’m having slight spotting and bleeding in my multiples pregnancy. Should I be concerned?
Whether it’s accompanied by pain or not, you should always, always check out vaginal bleeding straight away with your healthcare provider or local hospital...
So you’re actually having twins, triplets or more. Now what?
Expecting multiples can be a huge shock, the best news you’ve ever had or the cause of great worry and stress (or all three)....
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Should I be taking prenatal vitamins or supplements? And is there any medication I shouldn’t be taking?
If you’re not already taking it, as soon as you find out you’re pregnant, start taking folic acid as it’s important for your babies’...
Cuddling Multiples!
We all know newborn baby snuggles are just the best. The warmth, the softness, that lovely new baby smell… But how do you do...
Backache
Up until around the second trimester, your bump will probably grow much like a singleton pregnancy – but hold on! Commonly, from around 20...
Newborn Care
Cuddling Multiples!
We all know newborn baby snuggles are just the best. The warmth, the softness, that lovely new baby smell… But how do you do...
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Haemorrhoids
Increased pressure to the lower abdominal area, along with bouts of constipation can result in the swollen blood vessels that are Haemorrhoids. As with...
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
If your babies are born before 37 weeks, chances are they’ll spend at least some time in the NICU where they’ll receive 24-hour care....
Nappy Changing
Especially with multiples, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got everything to hand before you start stripping off babygrows and dirty nappies and risk...
Whether you can delivery vaginally with twins depends on a number of factors
Whether you’ve had a previous Caesarean
How your babies are lying in the uterus and whether either of them is engaged. You’ll likely...
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Coping with Crying Babies
Many mums say one of the hardest parts of being a mum is having a crying baby and not knowing why they’re crying. While...
Nappy Changing
Especially with multiples, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got everything to hand before you start stripping off babygrows and dirty nappies and risk...
What will my babies be monitored for in NICU?
Babies born prematurely are monitored for a number of different reasons, including;
Jaundice, as their little systems might not be able to do what...
Premature Babies
How will my Babies look?
Although you’ll have been bombarded with images of chubby cheeks and rolls of fat for the past eight months (or less), chances are your...
Premature Birth
Babies born early are likely to need extra care and monitoring to help them gain weight and mature fully outside the womb. Babies born...
General Info about Premature Babies
While being pregnant with twins, triplets or more can be an exciting time, it can also be an anxious time, because multiples pregnancies have...
Causes of Premature Birth
Although it isn’t always possible to determine the reason a baby is born early, there are some possible causes;
If you’ve had a previous...
What will my babies be monitored for in NICU?
Babies born prematurely are monitored for a number of different reasons, including;
Jaundice, as their little systems might not be able to do what...
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Having twins or triplets or even one child is challenging and not just physically, but mentally too as they almost always have different personalities,...
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But there aren’t any multiples in our family!
Ah well, science isn’t always exact! While multiples do run in families - if you have sets of non-identical, or fraternal, twins in the...
I’ve already got one child. How will this multiples pregnancy differ from my previous experience?
As we said before, every woman is different and every pregnancy is different. From talking to multiples mums, there are a few common factors...
I’m having slight spotting and bleeding in my multiples pregnancy. Should I be concerned?
Whether it’s accompanied by pain or not, you should always, always check out vaginal bleeding straight away with your healthcare provider or local hospital...
Should I eat for two? Or three… or four…
In a word; No! Sorry to be killjoys, but as long as you’re eating the right things - plenty of nutrients in a balanced...
Common Symptoms
Headaches
Increased headaches and migraines come with pregnancy territory. Do everything you would normally do, such as staying hydrated, rested, keeping blood sugar balanced with...
Nausea
Morning sickness is really badly named. While some women do get a bout of acute nausea in the mornings, others get it in the...
Haemorrhoids
Increased pressure to the lower abdominal area, along with bouts of constipation can result in the swollen blood vessels that are Haemorrhoids. As with...
Backache
Up until around the second trimester, your bump will probably grow much like a singleton pregnancy – but hold on! Commonly, from around 20...
Doula Support
Newborn Care
Nappy Changing
Especially with multiples, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got everything to hand before you start stripping off babygrows and dirty nappies and risk...
Premature Babies
Want to help Others?
If you’ve experienced a premature baby - whether in NICU or not - and have come out the other side, you might want to...
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Having twins or triplets or even one child is challenging and not just physically, but mentally too as they almost always have different personalities,...
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Get Organised with Home Learning
Having twins or triplets or even one child is challenging and not just physically, but mentally too as they almost always have different personalities,...
Look After Yourself
What should I do?
Taking care of yourself during a multiples pregnancy starts with eating well – except that little research has been done on...
Doula Support
What is a Doula? Have you ever heard of one?
It’s a woman employed by expecting mothers to help them through pregnancy and the first...
Indigestion
Indigestion, heartburn or acid reflux can be a symptom you encounter as your bump grows. As your babies get bigger they also push against...
Caring for your Babies while they are in NICU
Although you might be restricted with how much physical contact you have with your babies depending on the gestation they were born and their...
Causes of Premature Birth
Although it isn’t always possible to determine the reason a baby is born early, there are some possible causes;
If you’ve had a previous...
Premature Birth
Babies born early are likely to need extra care and monitoring to help them gain weight and mature fully outside the womb. Babies born...
Want to help Others?
If you’ve experienced a premature baby - whether in NICU or not - and have come out the other side, you might want to...
How will my Babies look?
Although you’ll have been bombarded with images of chubby cheeks and rolls of fat for the past eight months (or less), chances are your...
Coping while your Babies are in NICU
Although you’ll know your babies are receiving the vital care they need in the NICU, it’s common to feel you’ve missed out on so...
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
If your babies are born before 37 weeks, chances are they’ll spend at least some time in the NICU where they’ll receive 24-hour care....
What will my babies be monitored for in NICU?
Babies born prematurely are monitored for a number of different reasons, including;
Jaundice, as their little systems might not be able to do what...