Identical twins! Looking for resources...

KLake42

Okay, so I just had an ultrasound at 6 weeks, 5 days, and we saw two strong heartbeats.  They're sharing a gestational sac, so the doctor told us that one of the embryos we transferred split, and we'll have identical twins.

How do I learn more about this?  What's the best resources you've used to understand the needs and risks of this kind of pregnancy?  I knew we had a risk of twins, transferring two embryos, but I wasn't expecting an embryo to split!

suchaglencoco

I have no idea, but congratulations! So happy for you!

gwtw733

One of the best resources for me has been Twiniversity - it's a great online community for parents (and soon-to-be parents) of multiples. Their group on Facebook is super active, and tons of great resources on their website as well!

wabash15

@KLake42 I agree twiniversity is a great resource. could your RE tell you if they were momo or mo-di? Momo is generally considered the riskiest.  I would also research a good MFM. I loved mine with my twin pregnancy, they can answer so many of your questions. (as a note you can choose to have an MFM be your primary  during your pregnancy.  I had monthly or more frequent face time with my MFM going over how the twins were doing every step of the way and he delivered my twins. so it was a wonderful very personal experience for me) GL!!

KLake42

@wabash15 She couldn't see the membrane, but it was a little early for it.  I'm hoping she sees it when she checks again next week.  An extended hospitalization (with mo/mo twins) would be really scary and difficult!

wabash15

@KLake42 fx for mo/di but if it is momo technology has come so far I hope this means you and DW will get two beautiful bundles of joy. keep us updated on PIAF or here!

tmk0325

@KLake42 there is a really good Facebook group called mono/di twins Multiples support. For our specific types of twins it is extremely helpful! I highly recommend joining.

KLake42

Checking back in-- I'm so please to say that we *did* see a membrane at the last ultrasound!  Happy to be in camp mo/di.  Thanks for the resource suggestion, @tmk0325!