So I have been gone forever!!! And my life has changed drastically and for the better in many ways. I’ve been growing my consultant business and the most incredible change is that I’m having twin baby boys and I’m so excited and exhausted. I’ve learned so much since being pregnant with twins and what I’ve learned is that I knew nothing about twins before this pregnancy.

1. Baby A and B aren’t chosen randomly.

Baby A is the baby closest to your cervix and will be born first.

2. You can have one twin vaginally and the other by c-section.

According to my doctor, if baby A’s head is down, I will have a C-section. Baby b’s position doesn’t matter. Check out my singleton birth story here.

4. Even if your twins are in separate sacs there is a 30% chance they can be identical. 

Even if your twins look identical they may still be fraternal. You can get a blood test if you really want to know.

5. Twin boy and girls can’t be identical. 

The Facebook group for twin and multiple parents that I’m in would jump all over me if they knew I didn’t know that, but honestly, I never thought of it. I mean it makes sense but now I know!

6. MoMo, Modi, DiDi are different types of twins based on the number of sacs and placentas.

MoMo twins = share the same amniotic sac. Modi twins= two sacs but one placenta. DiDi twins= separate sacs and separate placentas. I’m having DiDi twins.

7. Some doctors automatically consider you high risk if you pregnant with twins and some don’t.

Here is where you should interview your OBGYN. Find out their philosophies and experience on twin pregnancies, c-sections, and labor and delivery interventions.

6. At 25 weeks pregnant with twins, I’m the same size I was full term with my singletons. 

Be prepared to grow fast and a lot. It’s okay. Your doctor will monitor you to make sure you and babies are growing safely.

7. I absolutely loved the burst of energy I got during 2nd trimester with my singleton.

That energy never came with my twins. I’m so exhausted this time around. Twins take so much from you. Be sure to take your prenatal vitamins and your doctor may want to give other supplements as well. This will continue after you have the babies, too., especially if you’re breastfeeding.

8. You May Have To Fire Your OB

I found out too late (because I moved mid-pregnancy and I didn’t listen to intuition) that my OB and I didn’t mesh well. I felt that she didn’t listen to me during my pregnancy and my postpartum stage. I ended up really sick before anyone noticed. She also didn’t share with me things I should know. For instance, I was new to their practice and I had to ask about classes, hospital registration, what type of twins I was having and more.

If you’re feeling uncomfortable with your doctor or midwife, change if you can. I know some insurance may not allow it but talk to them about your concerns. Before you change, research, and read reviews.

9. It will be hard to walk

You will find it harder to walk, breathe, work, and more. This can happen quite early too. Talk to your OB and see if it’s serious enough to warrant bedrest or a handicap sticker.

10. You May Have Pregnancy Illnesses You Never Heard Of

Your body will become unfamiliar on the outside and inside. Some common twin pregnancy illnesses twin moms may encounter are:

• Gestational diabetes
• Cholestasis
• Pre-Eclampsia

Bonus: Your Worry Will Double

You are growing two humans with two different needs and two different health concerns. Each sonogram will bring excitement and anxiety as you find out how your babies are growing. But in the end, when you hold your two babies you’ll see it’s worth it.

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