Recently, our newsletters have been producing some fabulous stories and tips from our readers. Are you expecting not just one bundle of joy, but two? Well, our readers have some great tips when it comes to dealing with a multiple pregnancy! Feel free to add your own advice as well! And Pregnancy-Info has some great information when it comes to twin pregnancies.
Tell us Your Twin Tips!
Name: Naima • Due Date: 09/21/2007
Hi, I am 35. Already a mum of a 3 y.o daughter. I was 6 weeks when the obgyn detected 2 sacs. I was in tears. On the next ultrasound everything looked fine, good measurements. Later my cervix started to dilate so I had a suture that will be removed on month 8 and was ordered 3 weeks of bedrest. I do not want to know the sex yet. I am taking it so easy now. My only fear is about the huge eventual belly growth..
2 kids at once is finally a blessing. xo
Name: Meggan • Due Date: 11/17/2007
I am 23 years old and expecting twins. I already have a child that is 17months old and is still a baby herself. I have been extremely ill. I have been in hospital twice already with dehydration due to morning sickness, but luckily it is getting better now. I am really looking forward to having these two.
Name: Sarah • Due Date: 07/28/2007
I am 29 and pregnant for the third time. I have a 5 year old daughter named Samantha, a 2 year old son named Zac and twins on the way named Jake & Hayley. I found out at my 10 week scan where I thought I was only going to be confirming the dates. Instead my husband & I were floored at the fact that we had tried for 3 & ended up with four. I was in shock to say the least & it took me about 3-4 days to get over it. My way of looking at it is that people are blessed to be able to have 1 baby let alone 2 at once. I think it's very special. The one thing I can say that is completely different compared to my singleton pregnancies is the movements are phenomenal and the tiredness is a drag as well. Other than that I have been extremely lucky with no morning sickness or anything.
Name: Marian • Due Date: 08/25/2007
Well, 28 and pregnant for the third time. I'm thinking it's time to get my tubes tied, but I'm prepared to do this ONE MORE TIME. Well, at my first ultrasound, which was last week at 20 wks gestation, the technician kindly informs my husband and I that there are not 1, but 2 babies in there, boys, we found out a few moments later. I kind of wondered why my belly was getting so big so fast, but up to now I've only gained 5 lbs. I was SOOOOOOOOO sick for the first four months, and I still have the occasional "bad day". Now I know why, beginning three weeks ago, it feels like an octopus in my belly....two sets of arms and legs all going at once....what an experience. I've only known for less than a week, so the shock hasn't worn off yet. Not even close!!! I have two children and 3 step-daughters that live with us part time. So the responsibility level is going to be making a violent shift, not to mention the financial end of things. But my husband and I have chosen to look at this like a blessing in disguise, as I lost my 25 year old sister in a tragic accident only a month ago(oh boy I"m crying now), and I think it is God trying to make amends for taking her from me so abruptly. So far my boys are in good health, as am I, and I have a lot of support here at home. It's so good to have the internet as a tool and resource for this. To all having babies, be it 1, 2, 3, 4, or five, good luck to you and God bless.
Name: Chantelle • Due Date: 05/31/2007
Well I'm 22yrs old and my BF of 8 yrs and I are expecting our first children...twins! We found out at 18 weeks. We were both very shocked and so excited. I'm now 36 weeks and just found out today at the ultrasound that both twins are 6lbs 1 oz, so I guess they're eating well. Hopefully they come soon because we can't wait to meet them. We didn't find out what sexes they are, so its going be a total surprise when they come. Well just want to wish good luck to everyone...I can't complain about my pregnancy because I didn't have any symptoms excep morning sickness for 5 months. And I'm doing well, not even a bit of swelling yet. I hope all of you do well too, congrats.
Name: Brittany • Due Date: 06/30/2007
I am a 26 yr. old mother-to-be of b/g twins. I didn't find out until I was 19 weeks and we are at 32 weeks now. I was very excited. I cried and laughed and screamed at the same time. I have been VERY lucky...absolutely NO morning sickness...I have only cried once, I think...I've gained the perfect amount of weight...haven't been craving sweets (until last week!)...and get this...NO stretch marks! Let's just hope the next 21 years go this smooth!
