Twins and Multiples Articles
Prenatal Vitamins
Prenatal supplements consist of a variety of vitamins and minerals. During pregnancy, a woman's daily intake requirements for certain nutrients, such as folic acid (folate), calcium, and iron will increase. Vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium, and folic acid are vital for proper fetal growth, development, and healthy adult living.
Before Hiring a Midwife
Before you hire a midwife, be sure to interview several carefully. Take your time reviewing their history, call up their references, have a list of questions handy, research the legal issues in your state and ask the midwife for proof of her certification.
Energizer Shake!
Are you looking for a quick, cool, healthy and easy to make (or make ahead of time) breakfast or snack? Need a pick-me-up? Look no further! Here is the recipe for you!
You're Having Twins...or more!
"A sonogram just confirmed that I'm carrying twins. I'm excited, but really, really nervous. Getting my head around having one baby on the way has been exciting and a little scary. Now I'm terrified. I don't know how I'll manage having two babies at once!" You will manage as a mother of twins, in ways you never thought possible...
Twins - Double the Trouble!
It was a big shock when I found out I had two babies growing in me at the same time. I didn't know what to expect of the pregnancy, delivery, and oh my gosh how was I going to take care of two babies? No one can truly prepare you for twins but I am going to try to help.
Printable Personal Prenatal Record
Looking for our prenatal record keeper? We've created a printer friendly version for you to use! Please click here to be redirected!
Weight Gain with Multiples
Eating right and gaining the recommended amount of weight is important in any pregnancy, but this is especially important when carrying more than one baby.
Common Complications in Multiple Pregnancy
Of all multiples, twins normally face the fewest medical problems and complications. Each additional baby a woman carries at one time increases the possibility of developing complications.
How a Multiples Pregnancy Occurs
There are two basic types of multiples: monozygotic, often referred to as identical twins/multiples and dizygotic, more commonly known at fraternal multiples.
Multiple Pregnancies: Twins, Triplets and More
Having a pregnancy with one baby causes enough changes in your life -- not to mention your body. It's hard to imagine adding one, or two, or even more to the mix.
Twins - Double the Trouble!
It was a big shock when I found out I had two babies growing in me at the same time. I didn't know what to expect of the pregnancy, delivery, and oh my gosh how was I going to take care of two babies? No one can truly prepare you for twins but I am going to try to help.
Printable Personal Prenatal Record
Looking for our prenatal record keeper? We've created a printer friendly version for you to use! Please click here to be redirected!
Pregnancy Induced Clumsiness
Pregnancy-induced clumsiness or "PIC" is a real phenomena. Its basis stems from a combination of physical and emotional factors, which increase as the pregnancy progresses.
Weight Gain with Multiples
Eating right and gaining the recommended amount of weight is important in any pregnancy, but this is especially important when carrying more than one baby.
Alcohol During Pregnancy
A woman who drinks alcohol during pregnancy risks giving birth to an abnormal child with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). A child born with FAS has a pattern of mental and physical defects.
Common Complications in Multiple Pregnancy
Of all multiples, twins normally face the fewest medical problems and complications. Each additional baby a woman carries at one time increases the possibility of developing complications.
Fetal Movements
by Anai Rhoads
A healthy baby is an active baby
In order to ensure your baby is doing well, you will need to monitor your baby's movements daily. The following is a list of how to monitor your baby's movements, which you can do after 20 weeks of pregnancy:
- Make sure to count the fetal movements at least once a day.
- Set aside a specific time, and do this the same time each day.
How a Multiples Pregnancy Occurs
There are two basic types of multiples: monozygotic, often referred to as identical twins/multiples and dizygotic, more commonly known at fraternal multiples.
Partner Support During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, the most important thing is having support.
Safe Exercise during a Multiple Pregnancy
You have been told that you are expecting multiples and that you will need to gain more weight, eat more calories, and possibly expect greater pregnancy symptoms. So, how does this affect your exercise routine?
- Alcohol During Pregnancy
- Baby Bargains: Ten Sure-Fire Ways to Save Big Bucks on Baby Gear
- Before Hiring a Midwife
- Common Complications in Multiple Pregnancy
- Energizer Shake!
- Fetal Movements
- High Blood Pressure In Pregnancy
- How a Multiples Pregnancy Occurs
- How Your Body Supports Your Baby
- Intercourse During Pregnancy
- It's Twins! Twice as Much Stuff?
- Multiple Gestation (Twins, Triplets, or more)
- Multiple Pregnancies: Twins, Triplets and More
- Partner Support During Pregnancy
- Preeclampsia: A Closer Look
- Pregnancy Induced Clumsiness
- Prenatal Vitamins
- Printable Personal Prenatal Record
- Safe Exercise during a Multiple Pregnancy
- Symptoms of Multiples
