Birth
Natural Childbirth
Were you hoping to have a vaginal birth, only to find out you were expecting twins? You're not alone, but expecting twins does not usually rule out vaginal birth. The greatest things you can do to ensure a positive outcome with your twin birth are actually best done during the pregnancy! After all, if you can avoid setting yourself up for pregnancy complications that can make birth difficult or encourage preterm labor, you've won half the battle! Of course, not all complications ruling out natural birth can be prevented. However, you greatly increase your chances of a natural, healthy birth if you and your babies are well-nourished, well-hydrated, and well-rested.
Life After Birth: Postpartum With More Than One
The first three months as a mother of newborn twins can be overwhelming if you attempt to handle it all on your own. Not only will your body be recovering from your birth experience itself, it will also be readjusting to life after multiple pregnancy, establishing lactation and regulating massive hormonal shifts. All this while tending to the needs of not one but multiple newborn babies can be taxing for any woman. The good news is that you do not have to do it all yourself.
