Your babies
development
How do the
Pregnancy Symptoms differ with Twins?
Pregnancy Symptoms can very well be worse when you are pregnant with twins,
however that isn't always the case. Generally they the
Symptoms
you feel with twins are the same you would normally experience when pregnant,
but they definitely can be worse, but not always.
Genetic Testing When pregnant with Twins
Genetic testing is definitely worth discussing with your health care provider or
a genetic counselor, if you have access to one. You may even be referred for
genetic testing if the results of an ultrasound or triple marker screens seem
suspicious, if you're over age 35, or if you have a family history of a
chromosomal defect.
The risk of birth defects in each twin is nearly double what it would be if you
were pregnant with just one baby, and if you're older, your chances of carrying
a baby with an abnormality are higher still. Performing certain tests can be
more risky with twins because the test itself could cause you to end up
miscarrying one or both babies.
It is far more frequent for women who are carrying twins to go into labour
prematurely. The earlier twins are born the less likely they are going to have a
healthy weight, which may mean suffering from illness or having health problems