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What to expect when expecting twins
Finding out you're expecting twins, triplets or more can bring mixed feelings. Learn what different antenatal care involves and get step-by-step support through Twins Trust courses, communities and our helpline.
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Are my twins identical or non-identical? Understanding types of twin pregnancy
Learn the difference between identical and non-identical twins, how placentas and sacs affect pregnancy monitoring, what family history can mean and how a simple cheek-swab test can confirm zygosity.
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Finding your nearest twins or multiples clinic
When you're expecting twins, triplets or more, it's important that you receive specialist care. Twins or multiples clinics are here to provide that care.
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How to form a good relationship with your healthcare professional
Feeling heard matters when you’re expecting or raising twins, triplets or more. Go into appointments with your top questions, ask for plans to be explained clearly and speak up if …
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Are my triplets identical or non-identical?
Learn how scans classify triplet pregnancies by placentas and sacs, why it matters for monitoring and risk, what history can mean for fraternal triplets and how zygosity testing confirms identity.
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Why you should take a twin-specific antenatal course when pregnant with twins
Specialist pregnancy and antenatal courses help you understand multiple pregnancy care, birth options and early days. Choose online or in-person formats and you’ll build practical plans and confidence.
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Cervical length screening in multiple pregnancy
NICE recommends a one-off cervical length scan at 16 to 20 weeks in twin or triplet pregnancy. It helps assess birth risk and guide progesterone if your cervix is short.
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How to stay healthy whilst pregnant with twins
Support your health in a multiple pregnancy with practical tips on food, supplements, hydration, gentle movement and rest, plus when to contact your maternity team if symptoms change.
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What are steroids and why are they given in pregnancy?
Understand why the decision to use steroids in twin pregnancies can be more complex and requires careful consideration with your healthcare team.
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'.
