Vanishing Twin Syndrome: Twin Miscarriage
Unlike other miscarriages, there are generally no signs of Vanishing Twin Syndrome. The miscarriage usually happens early on in the pregnancy, in the first trimester.
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Twins Born at 36 Weeks: Do They Need Special Care?
Learn about premature twins born at 36 weeks (35+0 to 35+6 weeks). Read stories about preterm twins and how their families are doing.
Botswana: First case of infant with fetus-in-fetu
The first case of fetus-in-fetu in a full-term baby girl born in Botswana is detected.
New Study Examines Fetal Reduction in Triplet Pregnancies
A study published in June 2017 examines whether fetal reduction in triplet pregnancies can significantly prolong the gestation at delivery and reduce preterm delivery.
Medically Assisted Conception: Increased Risk of An Unfavorable Outcome?
A scientific article from 2017 examines whether the mode of conception influences the duration of gestation, quality of general movements at term and neurological outcome.
Study: No Clear Relationship Between Twins & Psychopathy
A new case study explains the case of a 18-year old twin diagnosed with psychopathy.
Growth Restricted Babies Have Fewer Oxygen Reserves
A retrospective study examined whether growth restricted babies have fewer oxygen reserves to deal with during labour.
Anorexia linked to perfectionism and early dieting
A perfectionistic twin is more likely to get anorexia nervosa than her less perfectionistic co-twin. It also seems that dieting age might be a significant harbinger.
Hospital Bag for Twins: How to Pack Your Twin Baby Bag?
Find out what to bring with you when getting your hospital bag for twins ready. Many mothers of twins have helped make the list.
Africa: One out of 5 twins die before they turn 5
An alarming one-fifth of twins in sub-Saharan Africa die before their 5th birthday, three times the mortality rate among singletons.
