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Identical Twins No Heartbeats 6 Weeks Ultrasound
My husband and I had first ultrasound at what I thought was 7 weeks. The nurse who did the ultrasound said she couldn't give us any results until a radiologist …
Help! When Did You Find Out Your Twins' Gender?
SO, where I live there's a place called Baby's Bungalow where they do 3D sonograms.. They have a Gender Determination packet which is 79$ (15 minutes of …
Looking For More Information On My Twin Pregnancy
Hello, I am a 36 year old mother of a 16 year old, 13 year old, and 2 year old and I thought I was done with having kids (although, I did have recurring …
I'm Worried About Bed Rest
How many of you were put on bed rest and at what point in your pregnancy?
I'm so concerned about bed rest. My high risk Dr. has moved my appointments …
Working Full-time and Exhausted
I'm 20 weeks pregnant with twin girls and I'm feeling really guilty about asking to be put on light duty at work. I'm a full time retail manager and my …
Braxton Hicks at 21 Weeks With Twins?
Hi I'm hoping someone can help me who has had some experience. This is my 5th pregnancy and I'm 21 weeks with twins.
Last night I noticed that the babies …
Migraines During Twin Pregnancy?
Did anyone else suffer from severe migraines at the start of their twin pregnancy? I am desperate to know if they will subside. It seems they are so bad …
Does This Sound Like Twins? Desperate for Opinions!
Hi,
I am 17 weeks and 3 days pregnant. My pregnancy symptoms have been a lot more severe during this pregnancy than my others. I have also put on a …
Pregnant With Identical Twins - How To Get Past The Worries?
I am 19 weeks pregnant with identical twins, our first babies. We'll find out what they are within the next couple of weeks. I am so very excited to meet …
One Sac Missing...What happened? Heartbroken...
I went for an early ultrasound at 5 weeks(last monday) and the doctor found two sacs, and ordered me to come back on today but only found one sac. Not …
How High is Miscarriage Rate After 12 Weeks With Twins?
I am only 11 weeks pregnant and I worry 24/7 about the health of my twins. I have been reading anything and everything to get information that will help …
5th Pregnancy - Early Symptoms With Twins?
So this is my 5th pregnancy...I am only 5 weeks preggo. For the past 2 weeks I have been super tired, always hungry and just recently started getting lower …
16 Weeks Pregnant With Twins...Barely Showing?
I am 16 weeks pregnant with fraternal twins. This is my second pregnancy after 12 years. During my first pregnancy with my daughter by this time I was …
Amnio at 16 Weeks With Fraternal Twins
Hi all I 25 and 16 weeks 4 days pregnant with fraternal twins (our first baby, well babies!).
I wanted to ask if there are any mothers that have had …
Pregnant With Twins at 35 and Worried About Complications
I am 9 weeks pregnant with twins. This is my third pregnancy. I have two very healthy children, and this was a big surprise. I can not seem to enjoy this …
More Folic Acid With Twin Pregnancy?
Hy husband says that now that we know we are having twins I need to add more folic acid to my everyday. I already take a daily prenatal vitamin, but do …
Feeling Movement With Twins At 13 Weeks?
I am 13 weeks pregnant with twins and for about a week I have been feeling the babies move. I feel them move more after a caffienated or sugary drink. …
Is Cramping Common in Twin Pregnancies?
Hello all, I have been having some mild cramping and feel very uncomfortable--just hit the 12 week mark! We have had four ultrasounds so far (IVF) that …
Vanishing Twin?
At 8 weeks an ultrasound showed twins in separate sacs, both with heartbeats. Now, at 12 weeks, only one heartbeat and only one baby growing.
How could …
What's My Risk of Losing a Twin?
I had an ultrasound at 8 weeks pregnant for a kidney problem and the technician said she'd look at the baby to see if all seemed ok. She then told me …
7 Weeks With Twins and Bleeding
Hi,
I had a bleed, went for a scan and found it it's twins. Told me to expect some spotting but not to worry. I've had spotting for a few days but …
Fraternal Twins Measuring 7-8 Days Behind
Hi, I'm due August 4th 2012, normal twin pregancy so far (thank God). I'm 19 weeks 2 days and today at the anatomical ultrasound scan, they said the twins …
Twin Pregnancy - Constantly Uncomfortable!
I am over 18 weeks pregnant with twins, 1st pregnancy, and I am always very uncomfortable. Morning sickness has been slowing, and not every day anymore, …
What Would Make One Twin's Heart Rate Drop?
I am 30 weeks prego with twins (1 boy 1 girl). We had a doctors appointment this morning and baby B's heart rate was 165 but baby A's was only 123.. they …
Protein Powder - Okay to Drink During Twin Pregnancy?
Hi everyone! I am expecting twins! I am a naturally small, fine boned person (5'3, 104lbs) pre-pregnancy and have been at this weight for most of my adult …
Just Had 7 Week Scan and Discovered Twins!
Only thing is there are two heartbeats but one measures 7 weeks 0 days and the other 6 weeks 2 days. Is it normal to have such a size difference? The …
Strong Positive on Pregnancy Test 7 Days Before Period Due
Hi,
Just had a question:
I'm a mother of 3, and have always had singleton pregnancies, the difference this time is that I did the first response …
2 Sacs No Heartbeats Yet?
I went to get a vaginal ultrasound done, the tech saw two sacs but still no heartbeats, one of the sacs is smaller... maybe not fully developed. Should …
Mono-Di and Di-Di Twins?
My OBGYN did my first vaginal scan herself and we are having twins. She said that she could not tell if they were mono-di or di-di, but at the time I was …
PUPPP Rash During Twin Pregnancy
I am currently 34 weeks with boy/girl twins. I just currently found out that I have the Puppps rash. I have read some articles on it, but they were previous …
Possible Twins?
I had an ultrasound done at 6 weeks 3 days, and the tech thought he saw more than one baby, but could only find one fetal pole. He said if it is twins …
When Will Breech Babies Flip?
I am 22 weeks pregnant with twins & at my last ultrasound appointment I found out that both babies were breech. My ultrasound tech said that as long as …
I Need Advice for Clothing During My Twin Pregnancy!
I am 19 weeks pregnant with twins & I'm rapidly outgrowing my maternity clothes! I even had a friend give me her maternity clothes which were bigger sizes, …
Monoamniotic Twins With Two Sacs?
Ok, I was just found out that I'm havin monoamniotic boys but they are in 2 different sacs a membrane was found. My question is are my little angels still …
At How Many Weeks Can Twins' Gender Be Determined?
I am currently 7 weeks pregnant with twins. One is smaller, and I've been warned that at this stage many women might miscarry one... I've had 2 successful …
Twins...One Heartbeat Slower...
At my 7 week ultrasound the doctor found two babies! Baby A's heartbeat was 160 measuring normal size. Baby B's heartbeat was 116 measuring 5 days smaller. …
Can You See Both Twins at the Same Time at 8 Weeks?
I have a question and thought you ladies pregnant with multiples would know the best. I am currently 9 weeks pregnant with baby number three and conceived …
C-section or Natural Birth With Twins?
My doctor said that I will have to have a c-section because it is safer and easier with twins due to the fact that they dont always turn the right way …
Ultrsound Finds 2 Sacs, But Can Only See 1 Baby
Hi! First of all let my start out by saying I had a feeling I was having twins almost immediately. I went for my first ultrasound appointment last week …
Twins Stopped Growing at 32 Weeks?
I am 32 weeks 4 days pregnant with fraternal twin boys. I had an ultrasound at 29 weeks and everything looked great. Babies were growing well, one meausring …
Are Quad Screens Higher With Twins?
My quad screen came back normal but I have not had an ultra sound yet is it possible to have a quad screen come back normal but there still be a chance …
Are bad dreams common in twin pregnancies?
I am 13 weeks pregnant with twins that are due in June, I have been having these horrible dreams, I never had them with my son or my daughter when I was …
Twins at discovered at 9 weeks but not at 6 weeks?
I found out I was pregnant at 3 weeks. I took 3 tests all had a faint second line. My first sonogram was at 5 weeks & 1 day. My second sonogram was at …
So Self Conscious Now...
My name is Kristy and I am 24 years old. I had my twins a year ago. They were mine and my husband's first children.
When I gave birth, my daughter …
Scared About Early Delivery of Twins
I am 21 weeks and just found out last week that I am carrying boy/girl twins. While I am excited about having twins, I am really scared about not making …
Two Placentas, One Baby?
Ok... this is my 4th pregnancy. I felt movement (definitely the baby(ies)) at 8-9 weeks. At 12 weeks I was feeling kicks to my belly button AND to my bladder …
Delivery Time After Cerclage Removal?
I had a cerclage placed at 14 weeks due to a incompetent cervix. I am scheduled to have it removed at 36 weeks and was wondering what anyone else's experiences …
Pain During Twin Pregnancy?
I am 21 weeks pregnant with fraternal twins (boy and girl). Since about 12 weeks I have gone through aweful pain in my lower abdomen with pain in my rectum …
Getting Back in Shape After C-section
I'm 21 years old and 32 weeks, 5 days with boy/girl twins. The girl is head down, but the boy keeps changing position on us. I've decided for the safety …
A Question About VTS - Vanishing Twin Syndrome
I just read about VTS (Vanishing Twin Syndrome) and I'm 21 and pregnant with Identical Twins. I'm only 6 and a half weeks and I would like to know how …
How Soon Did You Know It Was Twins?
I've always wondered how soon a twin mom would know she was pregnant with twins. I know it's different for everyone but I can't help but ask.
Question About Maternity Support Belts
I'm now 34 weeks and wanted to know what is a good support belt to get. I thought I could get away with not using one but these babies are only getting …
No Symptoms With Twins! Is this normal?
I'm 8 weeks pregnant with twins. I have felt fine (normal). Everyone is constantly asking about 'How do I feel?' I have to respond with, "I don't feel …
When is a Typical 3D or 4D Ultrasound Scheduled With Twins?
I am 20 weeks pregnant with identical twin girls and my doctor keeps talking about having a 3D and 4D ultrasound later on in my pregnancy. How far along …
Pregnant With Twins Again!
Okay, so I have three children..my oldest, Alyssa, is 7 and my twin (fraternal) boys are 4 years old. Just found out I am pregnant with identical twins!!! …
Tightening of the Belly at 22 Weeks With Twins
I'm 22 weeks pregnant with twins. This is my 2nd pregnancy. My first pregnancy was a healthy one going to term, easy delivery. Yesterday I started feeling …
Is a Cervical Length of 3.6 at 17 Weeks in Twin Pregnancy Something to Be Alarmed About?
I found out at 7 weeks I was pregnant with fraternal twins. My cervix at 10 weeks was 5.1 cm. One month later my cervix measured 4.3cm my Dr. said no more …
What Are The Chances Of Twins With Clomid?
I was wondering who got pregnant with twins on clomid? Also, what was you mg? I'm just curious to know as much as possible about clomid. I start taking …
Twin Pregnancy Weight Gain and Bed Rest?
Hey, I am 20 weeks with twin girls. When I first got pregnant I weighed between 95 and 98 lbs, I now weigh 110. Is that a bad thing? The babies are where …
Loosing One Twin at 13 Weeks?
Hi,
I am 13 weeks pregnant and I just found out that they are twins. The doctors think that they are identical but are not a 100% sure.
I was wondering …
Prodromal Labor With Your Twins?
I am 37+4 with my frat boys..I have been having contractions for the last several days, at one point thinking labor was really starting..Then, it puttered …
Is It True You More Than Likely Need A C-section With Twins?
I'm scared of a C-section!
Possible Twins?
Hi! Fist time poster here. I am now almost 14 weeks, and I go in for a second ultra sound next week. This is my first pregnancy. I've been showing since …
Who Got Pregnant With Twins On HCG?
I am currently on hcg for fertility and was curious to know who got pregnant with twins while on it. I was warned of the chance of multiples since it is …
Twin Bellies Questions
What is the average time for a twin belly to start visibly showing? Around what time do you usually start feeling movements from the babies? Also, how …
Do You Think This Is Fraternal Twins?
this ultrasound was at 4.5 weeks. the left is where the doctor pointed out yolk sac. but ignored the second sac on the right. it went by so fast. also …
7 Weeks Pregnant With Twins and Having Severe Lower Back Pain At Night
I am currently 7 weeks pregnant with twins. It should also be mentioned that I suffered severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome due to fertility treatments. …
Pelvic Pain In Twin Pregnancy?
I am currrently 33 1/2 weeks pregnant with twins of course...and a couple times now after getting out of the house I get horrible pelvic pain that shoots …
Movement Of Twins During Pregnancy
I'm 19 weeks and 1 day. I have my first ultrasound on Thursday Feb. 4th 2010.
At my last OB visit, the Dr. said my uterus was large for my due date, …
Amniocentesis With Twins?
Hi,
I am Australian Mum 12 1/2 weeks pregnant with fraternal twins. I have been recommended to have an amniocentesis at 16 weeks and was wondering if …
Severe Fatigue During Twin Pregnancy?
I'm 8 weeks pregnant with twins and im just so extremly tierd. all the time!!!! I can barely get throught the day at work, not to mention when I get home. …
Trouble Coping Towards The End Of Twin Pregnancy
I am 35 weeks pregnant with boy/girl twins who both weigh more than 6 lbs as of yesterday. I am so miserable and depressed and just want this over but …
Pre-eclampsia While Pregnant With Twins
I was wondering of anyone has had or has been diagnosed with pre-eclampsia. I am 26 weeks pregnant now and just spent the last week in the hospital. I …
Twin Movement?
I have one son and now pregnant with twins! I'm almost 14 weeks pregnant and was wondering when I could start feeling the babies move?
Can’t Sleep at 30 Weeks With Twins
I’m a 24-year old, 30 weeks pregnant with mono-chorionic twin boys. It’s my first pregnancy, and I’m not always quite sure what is normal and what is not. …
Dizziness While Sitting Down During Twin Pregnancy?
I am 29 weeks pregnant with fraternal twins and I get dizzy while I am sitting. I am eating well and taking my vitamins, I am just wondering if this is …
34 Weeks Pregnant With Twins & Having A Weird Discharge
I'm 34 weeks pregnant with a boy and a girl. lately, every time I go to the bathroom, I've had a pinkish mucas like discharge.... is that normal or should …
When Did You Start Non Stress Test For Twins Pregnancy And How Often?
I am almost 32 weeks and they want to start non stress tests 2x week. I just feel like this is so much. Once a week should be more than enough.It is such …
Has Anyone Had Gestational Diabetes With Twins?
I am almost 29 weeks and my glucose came back high. Instead of a 3 hour GTT they just told me to go to perinatologist for diabetic teaching. Has this happened …
A and B Twins
Had scan done recently and doc said one was defentely a boy. She labeled them A and B, but do the babies change position in the womb? In my next sacn …
So Tired Of Feeling Sick
I am 10 wks pregnant and I have been feeling so sick. I am tired of not being able to eat much of anything and tired of puking. I have lost 10 lbs. Luckily …
Second Twin Pregnancy?
I'm 7 days past ovulation and woke up this morning with HUGE cramping and no blood. I remembered waking up in the middle of the night with the same severe …
Will The Extra Skin Go Away?
I am 4 weeks postpartum with my twins, and I have a yucky extra flap of skin that just hangs down over the c-section incision. Will it go away or at least …
Am I Pregnant With Twins?
Well i am 20 weeks pregnant, and i look twice the size i was with my first child. and twins run on both sides of the family. So, i am just wondering if …
When Can I Find Out The Sex Of MyTwins?
Well I'm 15 weeks and I have a one year old boy and hoping for one girl out of the twins. They fraternal twins and I just what to know how soon they can …
Fear Of Twin Skin!
I'm 29 years old, first time pregnant in my 28th week with un-identical boys Twins. Things were ok until I started hearing about Twin Skin and saw some …
When Should I Pack My Bag, Get Stuff Ready, And Take Maternity Leave?
Hi everyone I am currently 24 weeks pregnant with non identical twins. I keep reading differnt things about when you should start packing your hospital …
Excess Skin Solution?
I just had my twins about a month ago.I had a huge belly(I'm 4'11, 95 lbs prior to pregnancy). Now, I almost have lost all the baby weight, I'm down at …
I Want To Know About Vaginal Birth Of Twins
I am 16 weeks pregnant with twins. For me this is baby 6 and 7. I have had all five natural and am so worried about a C-section. I want to know if anyone …
Could I Be Preganant With Twins?
OK I have irregular cycles, normally it's every 32 days. I have missed periods months at a time before. I was expecting my period on July 4, my last on …
Belly Size With Twins And Gender Questions
I have two questions, My first question is...
Is it normal that my belly seems small to me? I'm 12 weeks exactly but my belly seems like the same size …
Moms That Had An Anterior Placenta With Twins
Moms expecting (or that have had) twins & have an anterior placenta:
When did you feel your babies first move and when did you feel the kicks?
When …
Can The Doctor Tell If I'm Having Twins By Doing An Abdominal Examination?
I am 13 weeks pregnant with my second child and quite big. The doctor felt my tummy and said there might be two babies in there, could he be wrong or …
Flutter Feeling At 7 Weeks With Twins
Is it normal to have a Flutter Fealing at 7 weeks. I have flutter right below right breast and was amazed to be feeling this. Is this normal to happen …
Did Anyone Think They Were Having Twins?
Did any of you moms have any inclination you were having twins before you knew? Any dreams or hunches? Also, did any of you have undetected twins in your …
Is It Possible To Miss A Twin Via Ultrasound At 27 Weeks?
I'm hoping that I'm pregnant with twins and want to know if anyone has ever heard of doctors missing a twin when doing an ultrasound check. Is this possible? …
Is It Too Early To Detect Twins?
I had an ultrasound at 5 weeks and only 45 days from Conception date. Doctor could not see anything yet. Is it because it's just way to early to see anything. …
Measuring Large - Is It Twins?
I was just wondering if you think this sounds like Twins or Multiples? When I was 4 weeks pregnant from conception date (not Date of Last Period) I measured …
I Knew I Was Pregnant 3 Days After Conception
I knew I was pregnant 3 days after Conception and very sick. Is this a sign of Twins or Multiples??
Extremely Sick And Tired During Twin Pregnancy?
I am 8 weeks pregnant, and the doctors confirmed it's twins via ultrasound. I had an inkling I was having twins because I had a super positive test before …
Have You Used A Postpartum Girdle?
I am 17 weeks pregnant with fraternal twins. I was able to lose most of the weight after having my first daughter, but still had a little extra "flab" …
What Do You Think About These Names For Twin Girls?
Do you think janiya,taniya,charity,chasity,adriana,obriana, are cute names?
Do you think boy twin names like deven and davough?
7 Weeks Pregnant With Twins And Bleeding.
I am 7 weeks 1 day pregnant today 6/17/09. I saw the babies hearbeats last week at 6 weeks 3 days. Everything was goin fine, normal levels and everything. …
Twin Pregnancy Tiredness
I'm nearly 5 months pregnant with twins and work full time. I find it harder each day to make it through the work day. Am I the only one?
How Are The Last Months, Are They Painfull?
I do have to go on to bed rest. I want to know everything...
Pre-natal Massage
I am at my 34th week with no complications (knock on wood). I am really having pain on my feet, hands (carpal tunnel) and specially my knees (feels like …
Enlarged Fetal Abdomen At 20 Weeks
Hi other Moms of twins,
I had my 20-week anatomy scan last week and both twins had enlarged abdomens against the size expected for their date. Did any …
Chances Of Having Twins Again?
I am a fraternal twin that gave birth to identical twin girls. My doctor tells me that I had a high chance of having twins again (more likely a fraternal …
Twins?
I have been reading everything I can on the internet but just looking for more people that had this happen... First day of my last period was May 1. …
Single Mother Of A 2 1/2 Year Old Boy Expecting Twin Boys
All the advice I have found on how to handle my situation when my twins come seems to be centered around people who have husbands and/or lots of family …
How Do You Identify Identical Twins?
I have a high probability of having identical twins (sharing the same sac and gender.. but MDs told me that this can only be identified once babies are …
11 Weeks Pregnant With Twins & Looking For Reasurrace
Hi I'm expecting twins. I am looking for some reasurance as I am having quite bad cramping, no bleeding, but had some at start of the pregnancy.
My …
Could It Be Twins?
I'm 22, in my second pregnancy. I had an ultrasound at 5 weeks and it looked like only one. But, today my Dr.'s office called and wants to have another …
Cramping In First Trimester Of Twin Pregnancy
I am 7 weeks pregnant with twins and have been cramping off and on for about a week, but all day today. Is cramping normal? Should I be worried?
What Are My Chances Of Having Preemie Identical Twins?
I'm 21 and this is my second pregnancy. My daughter is 2 1/2 now and will be 3 by the time my identical twins are born in Nov. My due date is the day after …
Is There A Chance I Could Be Having Another Set Of Twins?
My period is not late yet, but I took a pregnancy test and it said positive. I have been pregnant with identical twins before. Is there a chance I could …
Ultrasound Tomorrow, Will It Be Twins?
I'm 22, prego with my 2nd. I feel huge and look huge. I have had severe back ache and abdominal cramping. My Dr. gave me and internal exam, said I felt …
I Have A 2 Year Old With Twins On The Way - How To Handle Things?
I have a 2 year old girl whom I am very attached to, and I am expecting twin boys. I feel bad for her since she will be sharing the attention and everything …
Will I Have Twins?
Hello,
I'm in the 11th week of my pregnancy and it's twins. However, only one of the baby has heart beat. Is there any chance of the other baby growing? …
No Weight Gain At 12 Weeks With Twins...
I have not gained any weight since my first doctor's appointment. I've sustained the same weight, this is my second pregnancy and we're having twins. Normal? …
Are The Sacs Measuring Small For 5 Weeks?
I had my first ultrasound at 4 weeks & 1 day, where 1 sac was seen measuring 2.7mm.
A week later, at 5 weeks & 1 day, I had a second scan where two sacs …
Lower Abdominal/Pelvic Pressure
Hi,
I am 17.5 weeks pregnant. I have been feeling really good the last few days and as of yesterday I feel a tremendous amount of pressure in my pelvic …
Is It Possible To "Miss" A Twin At 5.5 Weeks?
A close friend of mine had to go to the ER at 5.5 weeks pregnant, (though we thought it was more like 6.5) and they did an ultrasound due to bleeding and …
Folic Acid
Hello, My wife and I are 8 weeks into our pregnancy. We saw our Dr. for an altasound at 7 weeks, and he told us she should be taking 4 folic acid pills …
Twins Hiding During Ultrasound?
My sister-in-law is pregnant with twins. She had IUI done because she has fertility issues as well as her husband. 2 weeks ago she had her first ultrasound …
How Late In Twin Pregnancy Can You Travel By Car For Vacation?
We go to the beach every year on the Fourth of July. I will be 28 weeks then and it will be a 6 hour drive. I haven't asked my doctor yet...but, just wanted …
I Just Can't Help Thinking It's Twins!
I need to know if any of you moms of twins, or expecting twins, had this feeling as well.
I have no history of twins in my family, except for the fact …
Eating For Three
Well, I am now 22 weeks pregnant and I feel that I don't eat enough for my babies. Mainly because my family doesn't think I do. They're always telling …
Twin Pregnancy Abdominal Pain
I am 14 1/2 weeks pregnant with twins. I am having severe pains through my abdominal area and lower back. Is this normal? I have consulted a doctor, …
Early Ultrasound With Two Sacs And One Heartbeat
Has anyone else experienced an early ultrasound that showed the two sacs but only one heartbeat?
Stretch Marks With Twin Pregnancy?
I guess this really isn't a question about getting the stretch marks because I'm sure I won't be lucky enough to NOT to. But, does anyone have any advice …
How Early Did You Feel Movement With Twins?
I'm just curious about when any of you felt fetal movement with your twins. I am just 10 weeks along and I thought I might be feeling them move...not …
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