It’s the feeling of never being completely alone; there’s always someone on your side. Being a twin doesn’t feel like there is another “you.” Instead it feels like together we make one; that we complement and complete each other. We are the Yin to each other’s Yang! It’s having a teammate for life.
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What is special about being a twin?
It’s the feeling of never being completely alone; there’s always someone on your side. Being a twin doesn’t feel like there is another “you.” Instead it feels like together we make one; that we complement and complete each other. We are the Yin to each other’s Yang! It’s having a teammate for life.
Is carrying twins harder than one?
Since twins are difficult both inside and outside the womb, Dr. Patten also advises women pregnant with twins to “take it easy and listen to your body,” rather than expect yourself to have as much energy as you did during your first pregnancy, and to talk to other moms of twins.26
Is being a twin rare?
The chances of having identical twins is relatively rare — around 3 or 4 in every 1,000 births. And while it may be obvious, identical twins are always the same sex, either both boys or both girls, at birth.
Do twins fight in the womb?
Twins have been filmed ‘punching and kicking each other’ while still in their mother’s womb. The foetuses, who share an amniotic sac, appear to be having a bout of boxing as one reaches out to shove the other one, then vice versa.16
Are twins usually born early?
Twins are more likely to be born early, often before 38 weeks, so it’s important to understand your birth options. Less than half of all twin pregnancies last beyond 37 weeks. As twins are often born prematurely, it’s a good idea to discuss birth options with your midwife or doctor early in your pregnancy.
Is it weird dating a twin?
But that means when it comes to dating a twin, it can be a very unusual experience. Watch: A first date with twins Clare & Jessie Stephens. Post continues after video. While we can be protective of each other, there are also some perks that come with dating a twin, like becoming friends with the other twin.
Do you dilate faster with twins?
On the other hand, you’re likely to have more contractions prior to active labor, so your cervix may be quite dilated early on. What’s more, since multiples often come weeks early, the pushing phase of a vaginal delivery may be quicker since the babies will be smaller.11
Can I deliver twins naturally?
Can you have a natural birth with twins? Lots of women think they have to have a caesarean section with twins. In fact, more than 40% of twin births are vaginal. If you’re planning a vaginal delivery, it’s usually recommended that you have an epidural for pain relief, but you can discuss this with your midwife.
Is constant hunger a sign of twins?
So if you’re having twins, you will definitely have the potential to be hungrier than a woman carrying one baby. Think of it as your body’s way of indicating that you need to eat more calories — between 300 to 900 per day — than other pregnant women.24
Why do you go into labor early with twins?
Premature Rupture of Membranes As a part of the labor process, the sac will break open (known as “water breaking”). Once the bag of waters breaks, it presents an opportunity for infection if delivery isn’t imminent, and may prompt an early delivery of twins.