http://www.having-twins.com/Twins-blog.html What's New? Subscribe Here! The Having Twins Blog keeps you up to date with new pages, information and changes to having-twins.com en-us Having Twins Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:31:32 -0500 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:31:32 -0500 having-twins.com http://www.having-twins.com/twin-pregnancy-ask.html5e694681d607ae9623d82c0cf9524ac0Do you have a medical or just a general question about your twin pregnancy? Ask an expert here! Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:31:23 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/types-of-twins.htmlbf16a3be74e99c5224bbc4b0e60e13d4Fraternal and Identical twins are the most commonly known of all twin types. There are some other types of twins which are rare and unusual. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:00:44 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/twin-zygosity.html7f5e2d164d11e35d74dc2c3e71b66f81Twin zygosity testing helps to confirm whether twins are fraternal or identical by analyzing DNA samples . Also have you heard of twin chimerism? Thu, 28 Feb 2013 04:55:30 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/not-showing.html37b8d914257dd7807698f99f29dca5bdI will be twelve weeks tomorrow. This is my third pregnancy. I haven't gained any weight and am not showing at all. Is this normal? Comment from Charlene Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:16:22 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/fraternal-twins-at-32-weeks.html67ca00a8941002cd48397493eaf7c7c1Pregnant with fraternal twin boys! Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:37:51 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/cribs-for-twins.html6c4197fecfc8f29995a192dd94bf8d7fCribs for twins, will it be one or two, mini and standard size or even a special crib made just for twins? Mon, 18 Feb 2013 05:14:10 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/photo-credits.htmle202a03d8911bf97b3332f73ab0c5fdeHere are all the wonderful people who have allowed me to use their beautiful photos for this site Having Twins. Photo Credits Sun, 17 Feb 2013 18:26:59 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/twin-belly-pictures.html7f89a06f9d987e6e9a761a3563347d50Having Twins? A place to share your Twin belly pictures in our gallery. Share with other moms of twins, family and friends. A twin belly is amazing and beautiful. Sun, 17 Feb 2013 06:44:20 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/premature-twins.html6f162d887cad6663c731289029cd5a3aHaving premature twins and spending time in the NICU is something to be considered when expecting twins. Discover survival rates, caring for preemie twins and more Fri, 15 Feb 2013 04:32:39 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/tandem-nursing.html6a06eeb6b2795b7240781a1308e72546Inspirational video’s about twins and tandem nursing, breastfeeding twin babies is possible. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 03:56:29 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/signs-of-labor.htmlaa0b12420ac2a59fb2cfb5f2d169961dThe first signs of labor and delivery of your twins is the same as a singleton pregnancy. What should you know? Premature labor is a common concern with Twins. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:20:33 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/pregnancy-bleeding.html6aab2fce6efcdb9fdc29ab2d0654795aPregnancy bleeding during the first trimester is common and not always of any concern. Bleeding during pregnancy in the second or third can indicate a complication. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:09:45 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/pelvic-floor-exercises.htmld1a11fbbf4c5e163e4fbf66eeb82fbe7Find out the benefits of pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy and how you do it? Also known as kegel exercises. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:56:26 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/pain-relief-during-labor.html7c094c275b5eccc190169ec59763c5a3Find out your medicated options for pain relief during labor and delivery of your babies. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:45:21 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/nursery-themes-for-twins.html08fd2ff11f2ea188324a6f9410339f85Need some fun, cute, original ideas when deciding nursery themes for twins? Find decor and decorating ideas to make your twin nursery extra special. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:49:52 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/newborn-baby-care.html269fec8237ab0a960984fd48fcf2124aNewborn Baby Care. Caring for your Newborn Twins is double the work but also double the fun, from splashing in the bath with twins to changing their diapers and more Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:32:36 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/newborn-baby-acne.htmle37f39d9eca318c839d1bf6464c0ba1aNewborn baby acne also referred to as neonatal acne is quite common. You will usually see baby acne on the checks and sometimes on the chin and forehead. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:25:39 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/labor-contractions.htmlfafea1212e8bdb10e1abccac983c022fInformation about labor contractions and how they are timed, stages of labor, what they feel like and when to go to the hospital. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 20:12:47 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/labor-bag-checklist.html9b0967c1bd1aa79ed298da29e738898aPreparing for labor, a labor bag checklist of what to pack for hospital. A twin pregnancy rarely goes full term so be prepared and pack early. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:45:07 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/jaundice.html2b401ebdf976a430ded614cc14edfa5fJaundice is common with newborn babies though most will only get it mildly. Preemie babies have a much high chance of developing this symptom. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:27:09 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/my-twin-boys.html352a02b736f26b22bdc08f7d49eb9a0a10 weeks along here, though I am now almost 29 weeks! I can't wait to meet the newest additions to our family. They are baby number 4 & 5 for us. We Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:46:55 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/is-this-another-baby.htmlde77e7849eff4e57028d55212be7592fI am 30 weeks and had this ultrasound done for fun. Is this another baby in the picture Mon, 14 Jan 2013 05:41:53 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/raising-twins-individuality.htmlf0c06b49b1ca953fb9b660a9f757eb17Raising twins when thinking about individuality is something many parents of twins may be concerned about especially with identical twins. Read more here. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 03:21:34 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/raising-twins.html45a627731526943b49c1a30c156b5f68Raising twins and wonder how you will survive during the first year? Here are some great tips for baby twins newborn to 1 year. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:00:52 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/preeclampsia.htmlf23a456b4d8578fb0df5d174423bdca8About one in three mothers having twins experience symptoms and signs of preeclampsia, also known as toxemia or gestational hypertension. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 04:31:59 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/toys-for-twins.htmlcbaf44a6d94f46e8feaa16f82c25eaadThis page is dedicated to toys for twins, so if you are looking for awesome toys that suit twins here are some great ideas. Sat, 15 Dec 2012 04:28:54 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/gorgeous-twins.htmld1e99e40babc4abe1bdb5be44211e061Our gorgeous twins, they do the darndest things, don’t they? Amuse and be amused by the funniest, cutest, most beautiful twins. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:53:02 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/fun-baby-shower-games.html4f5c501b228f2afa3271a0eaac4ef3e0Looking for fun baby shower games for twins? You have come to the right place. You can find a heap of games you can make yourself including readymade twin games. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:38:12 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/free-stuff-for-twins.htmlcca14172250c9f304d44c9899fe5dd9dA resource for parents of multiples, Free stuff for twins. Including Freebies, Discounts and Coupons and other general freebies and deals. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:14:50 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/free-baby-stuff.html97537c9362573bde958090a87bac1ef4A resource for parents of multiples, Free baby stuff for twins. Including discounts and coupons in the U.S, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:00:52 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/kangaroo-care.htmlce65313c45ab3d06acf8ba7fd6abe12dKangaroo care is the skin to skin care between mom (or dad) and baby. Many newborns and especially premature babies can spend less time in hospital. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:37:28 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/developmental-milestones-preemies.html7323437d983945c92b864d97bc384715Here are the developmental milestones for preemie babies who spend time in the NICU. When are they ready to go home? Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:18:47 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/developmental-milestones.html99579af6ffbb574a50d4a417c7f0114fDevelopmental milestones from one to six months for all infants including baby twins during the first year. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:07:09 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/developmental-milestones-1.html794e948d6314ebfb53682b14bf09dfa9Developmental milestones during the first year, seven to twelve months. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 04:36:39 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/Twin-pregnancy-week-by-week-second-trimester.html3823d8d5a660bae7ca4efc0e982b1d83Are you Pregnant with twins, A Twin pregnancy week by week Guide, follow your multiple pregnancy including how your babies are growing and changing. Sun, 9 Dec 2012 04:23:24 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/exercise-while-pregnant.html1e95274ca772321b9f54180700d1fad7Is exercise while pregnant with twin safe? Find out here. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 07:10:30 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/newborn-twins-and-health.html8a8585d5270f0e3bdf347a24401fcfafNewborn twins and general baby health, from baby acne to jaundice and more. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 06:47:23 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/twin-nursery.htmld432bc37fafead913b5033345fa6c519When planning a twin nursery creative storage ideas are a must you’ll need somewhere to put all that stuff. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 04:43:13 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/work-from-home-mom.html408a4b185d48dfcedcba04d390c97398Work from Home Mom of Twins Fri, 7 Dec 2012 03:59:23 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/stomach-staying-tight.htmlfa8a351ef09b08c4826ace7e46ce6b3dStomach is staying tight when stressed or when I do too much, what can I do to relax my belly or is there something I can do to relax a little better Thu, 6 Dec 2012 21:55:26 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/baby-first-aid-kit.html626be026316e2723a01abfd575837760Here is some info on the perfect contents for a baby first aid kit. Tue, 4 Dec 2012 06:07:29 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/omg-its-twins.html8a859caa54642cc0c7c62108ed317ef8I prayed for twins but I didn't think it would happen. When I found out i was pregnant a few weeks into the pregnancy (week 5-6) i started to look up everything Tue, 4 Dec 2012 04:30:39 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/god-does-answer-prayer.html2f1b8370e0e7ab5918c7d138f2edd037I was 16.5 weeks pregnant when i discovered we were having twins girls!! Tue, 4 Dec 2012 04:26:26 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/having-twins-quiz.html405116c69ef888bd596ffd23b312b744Having twins or have twins? Take this fun having twins quiz and see how much you know about twinnies. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 15:37:49 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/conjoined-twins.htmlfbd727b91acb7fffd699d89d1d058546Conjoined Twins (aka Siamese) are a very rare complication with identical twin pregnancies, occurring in about 1 in every 200,000 pregnancies. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 15:27:14 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/conjoined-twins-1.htmlf529a47898422ced1105434618260a72Facts about Conjoined Twins also known as Siamese Twins this phrase came from the famous twins Chang and Eng Bunker. It is a rare complication of twin pregnancy. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:06:13 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/celebrity-twins.html96bd4ff4a8f3d74298b23f1cb9631e9aCelebrity twins, did you know that Elvis was a twin? Other celebrities also have a twin sibling, find out who they are. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 21:57:52 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-twins-faq.html5f1d11c70b135a000e5ee268bc04cfedIs breastfeeding twins possible? Yes! Find out more about breastfeeding and having twins. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 21:00:46 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/twin-pregnancy-videos.htmla46df1d0e17d9c059171166319ffefdcHere is a collection of twin pregnancy videos. When having twins all expectant mommies want information. Video’s put together by twin moms. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:53:06 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/vanishing-twin-syndrome.html28cbe22233f489888d35dd12a49644e6Vanishing twin syndrome is when one fetus of a set of twins seemingly disappears during pregnancy. Often this will happen early on during a twin pregnancy. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:27:33 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/share-this-site.html2ef18832ceb4b8461500ba52dc1898b1Did you find having-twins helpful? Share this site here. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:54:48 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/having-twins-newsletter.html0ed1208ffbf8dfc69af7562e8ed514d0Subscribe to our FREE monthly newsletter, Having Twins Today! Mon, 26 Nov 2012 06:14:59 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-twins-1.html297922ba352d5d6e9bed507a8ea7b7f7Do you want to breastfeed your twins? Breastfeeding twins is no easy task, you will need a can do attitude and lots of patients. Tandem nursing will save you time. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:51:59 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-premature-babies.html29b9cdc208cb9a72b05bc8a44f8d8e6eBreastfeeding premature babies can be difficult, some preemie infants are just not ready to nurse. Through lots of effort and pumping, nursing preemies can be achieved. Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:54:13 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/my-amazing-story.html6d25bc03c845f2c7fbe41aafe4179297Hi my name is Jordan and I'm 28 weeks pregnant with twin baby girls (fraternal). When i was 5 weeks pregnant i went to my doctor. I just knew i was pregnant Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:14:37 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/movement.htmld3c3d7493e47c74c9995696856847b7aHi, I'm 18 weeks pregnant with faternal twins. This is my 3rd pregnancy but my first multiple pregnancy. I felt my son kicking around this time but I have Thu, 8 Nov 2012 17:48:33 -0500 http://www.having-twins.com/having-twins-and-silly-questions.html39b97c555d9163511cd9f976b7a78764Having twins and the silly twin questions we all get asked. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 10:24:28 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-twins.htmlba85309bcfb33e0ee18720406aa2c43eBreastfeeding twins takes lots of commitment and hard work. Maybe you bottle fed. Be the first to share your story here. Your stories help to support and enlighten other twin moms. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:20:44 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-tips.html4c66cc4f784816132c7f7a230116c471From a mother of twins read my best breastfeeding tips for twins, also find out about breastfeeding premature twins. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 04:41:52 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/newborn-twins.htmlf963419c47ec498f9b1b5ea59cd2802aAre you Expecting Twins? Or have your Newborn Twins arrived? Survival tips on how to cope with your new baby twins. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 04:15:54 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/pregnant-with-twins.htmlf2cad1c25758dbd39a4ae8c26df80224Pregnant with twins and have a question? Ask a mom about your twin pregnancy or answer another having twins question - Moms helping Moms. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:24:44 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/breastfeeding-diet.html851a5a8364e4d821eaec58455b652a84Having twins? A breastfeeding diet for twins means eating regularly with healthy choices, drinking lots of water and avoiding other things like alcohol. Read more here... Wed, 17 Oct 2012 07:35:33 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/breast-milk-storage.html85b4f802aeec1d40b181cc240c0ffbe2A guideline on breast milk storage and how to prepare your stored breast milk. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 07:03:38 -0400 http://www.having-twins.com/braxton-hicks-contractions.html1f6b53e59ec23c9677d3dfae91a32852Braxton Hicks contractions, also known as false labor are the muscles of your uterus tightening for a few seconds to a couple of minutes. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:22:25 -0400