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Dealing with loss during a twin or multiple pregnancy
Grief after the loss of one or more babies in a twin or multiple pregnancy can bring conflicting emotions, changing hopes and a deep sense of absence.
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Key things to know about twin pregnancy: the facts and figures
Twin pregnancy facts and statistics can help you understand how common twins and triplets are, the chances of having twins and the differences between identical and non-identical twins.
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What your antenatal care should look like
You’ll need additional monitoring and special care with a multiple pregnancy. This article will help you find out what antenatal care you should be offered, from your first scan through …
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Monochorionic monoamniotic (MCMA) twins and triplets
Monochorionic monoamniotic (MCMA) twins and triplets are rare types of multiple pregnancy where the babies share one placenta and one amniotic sac. Because of the increased risk of complications, these …
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Understanding Neonatal Care Leave and Pay
If your baby or babies need neonatal care, worrying about work and your entitlement to time off can add extra pressure. This article explains Neonatal Care Leave and Pay and …
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Equipment guide for twins, triplets or more: What you really need
Preparing for twins, triplets or more can be expensive, but you don’t need to buy everything at once. Here’s what to buy new, what you can borrow or buy second-hand …
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Improving outcomes for your multiple pregnancy
How to look after yourself and your babies during a twin or triplet pregnancy, from antenatal care and nutrition to exercise and reducing pregnancy risks.
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Further support
Throughout your journey with twins, triplets or more, we've got you. Choose the support that feels right for you at each stage.
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Online communities
Our online communities are by you and for you. They're here to offer support and shared understanding for parents of twins, triplets or more.
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Join as a member
With Twins Trust membership, you'll find everything you need to parent with confidence, connect with a powerful community of families like yours and help your family thrive. We're ready to welcome you with open arms!
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Preparing for twins on-demand course
If you do just one thing preparing for twins, this is it. Get clarity, confidence and guidance for the months ahead with practical tools, trusted advice and real world tips.
Real pregnancy & birth stories
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What happened when our twins were diagnosed with twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome
Darren and Victoria share what happened after their twins were diagnosed with Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome.
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What happened when our twin boys were born at 27 weeks
Carl and wife Becky share their story of the premature birth of their twin boys.
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Parents share 'tough NICU experience' after birth of twins
Yiannis and Mel said their stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with their twins was an 'emotional rollercoaster'.
