Anyone with Di/Di twins?

Blessed1010 · March 2011

Do you think I need a MFM? Should I consider both an MFM and an OB?

I appreciate any advice.

SLPMel · March 2011

I went and saw the MFM when we thought we were having triplets-but we only had 2 heart beats. I was sent back to my regular OB, and they will consult with the MFM. I'll probably see the MFM around 30 weeks to discuss delivery, plus if anything else comes up!

Torri106 · March 2011

i primarily see an OB (who has alot of experience with twins and trips). I was sent to MFM for a level 2 anatomy scan and ill go to them again for my NSTBPPs starting at 32 weeks. The docs dont actually see me, but review the findings. I may go to the MFM for my growth scans starting at 24 wks but im not sure yet.

GL to you and congrats

Blessed1010 · March 2011

Ladies, thanks for the info and for responding.

SLPMel, I hope nothing else comes up. I wish you a wonderful pregnancy. May it be uneventful and may it be full of health.

Sing4mySavior: So happy to hear that everything is going well, it gives me so much hope.

Blessed1010 · March 2011

Torri, thank for shaing and for the info. From the sounds of it I may drop my MFM.

wannabealewis · March 2011

I started out at an OB but transferred to an MFM that was at a high level NICU hospital at 26 weeks. I am so glad I follwed my intuition and switched. At our very first MFM appointment we found out baby A had low fluid and hadnt grown since the previous growth scan 4 weeks prior. The MFM has been seeing me twice a week since then for monitoring and ultrasounds. My OB didnt want me to come for another 2 weeks, and I'm glad we found out about baby A 2 weeks sooner.

katezta · March 2011

My OB requires a MFM for ultrasounds. She prefers an extra set of eyes and monitoring. I see each once a month. They prefer me to stagger and see someone every 2 weeks. I see the MFM for cervical checks and growth scans, but only the u/s tech. They check with the Dr. before I leave and so far no issues. I see the OB for other monitoring (bloodwork, urine, doppler, questions).

Blessed1010 · March 2011

WannabeaLewis and Katezta, I guess I should be cautious and stick to both. What one doens't pick up on, the other may actually notice.

wannabealewis · March 2011

i think its important to see whoever you are comfortable with. In my case I felt like my OB was treating me like a normal singleton pregnancy and I felt the need for more attention.

bhilyer · March 2011

Blessed1010:
WannabeaLewis and Katezta, I guess I should be cautious and stick to both. What one doens't pick up on, the other may actually notice.

My boys are di/di. I truly believe the MFM I saw is the reason Baby B is alive. The u/s equipment at my OB's office is not as advanced as that of the MFM. Everything looked fine with fluid levels, NST, etc. but my MFM discovered the blood flow issue with Baby B's cord. I would stick with the MFM for sure.

bhilyer · March 2011

Blessed1010:
WannabeaLewis and Katezta, I guess I should be cautious and stick to both. What one doens't pick up on, the other may actually notice.

My boys are di/di. I truly believe the MFM I saw is the reason Baby B is alive. The u/s equipment at my OB's office is not as advanced as that of the MFM. Everything looked fine with fluid levels, NST, etc. but my MFM discovered the blood flow issue with Baby B's cord. I would stick with the MFM for sure.

bhilyer · March 2011

Blessed1010:
WannabeaLewis and Katezta, I guess I should be cautious and stick to both. What one doens't pick up on, the other may actually notice.

My boys are di/di. I truly believe the MFM I saw is the reason Baby B is alive. The u/s equipment at my OB's office is not as advanced as that of the MFM. Everything looked fine with fluid levels, NST, etc. but my MFM discovered the blood flow issue with Baby B's cord. I would stick with the MFM for sure.

orange682 · March 2011

My OB works with a MFM. He made a few suggestions at my first appointment about progesterone shots, and then called me back to tell me that they don't really do much with twins. That kind of has me worried that he doesn't have tons of twin experience.

He said the practice deals with multiples all the time and they work with an MFM at a local hospital. I can't help thinking that I should switch to a high risk ob or MFM that delivers babies.

mamabear7 · March 2011

I see both, but my OB suggested I see a MFM since I'm carrying twins. My MFM does all my u/s and consults with OB. I love seeing both and feel like I'm in good hands. In my opinion, better safe than sorry. Thankfully, I've had an uneventful pregnancy.

September2007 · March 2011

Yes, we're having di/di twins. Personally, I see both my MFM and my OB. But, I actually see the MFM more -- every other week, and now every week. I see my OB every 3-4 weeks, depending on what's going on. The MFM does all my u/s, and is consulting with my OB before/after each appointment, so that they're on the same page with my care.

We've had quite a few complications along the way (placenta issues for Baby A, heart murmur and thyroid issues for me, and now low fluid level for Baby , and almost all have been found by the MFM. (Thyroid issue was diagnosed with OB's lab work.) It just means that they're watching me a little more closely, which I am okay with...

ETA: My MFM did all of our big u/s, and has done a cervical scan at each appointment. She did our 12w NT Scan, our 18.5w Anatomy Scan, and all of the cervical, placenta, and growth checks so far. I think I've seen her 5-6 times in the last 2 months?!

nikinikinine · March 2011

I only saw an OB and never had an issue. Unless you're high risk, you probably don't need an MFM.

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