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Surprised to be here!

flgatorflgator member
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Hi!  I just found out yesterday that we are having twins!  I am shocked! We went for our 20 week u/s and they told us there were 2.  It looks like a boy and a girl.  We also have 2 boys, ages 2 and 4.  Now I know why I have been so sick, exhausted, heartburn, etc.  I thought it was just awful b/c it was the 3rd and I had 2 boys to take care of.   I don't know anything about twins so I feel like a new parent again. :)    I still can't believe we'll have 4 kids.

I haven't been on the bump for awhile but used to be on 2 under 2 most of the time b/c our boys are 22 mos apart. 

Does anyone recommend any books, websites, etc to read?    I'm especially concerned with being able to nurse both since I nursed both of my boys. I found the FAQ on here and have been looking at it.

My OB referred me to a perinatal dr. in addition to seeing her.  I'm guessing everyone with twins does this?  How often do you see the perinatal dr?  She also mentioned monthly u/s.   Fortunately, I had problem free pregnancies with my 1st 2 and fast labors - not sure if this will mean anything with 2.  Do many twins go into the NICU?

What does DSNG stand for? I saw it on more than 1 post.

 

 

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Re: Surprised to be here!

  • mirnbmirnb member
    Welcome and congrats! Being a Mom of multiples is awesome! Many people will recommend dr.barbara lukes book "what to expect with twins, triplets...." It has some great info..a little extreme on the diet section in my opinion but worth a read for sure....Some people with twins just see an OB (I did) others see an MFM...depends on the type of twins (di-di, mono-di etc) and what you prefer....DSNG stands for DOuble snap and go stroller....a must with twins :) Hope to see you around here...lots of great info to be found!
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  • KayJayDeeKayJayDee

    Congrats and welcome!  I can't imagine finding out at 20 weeks. It took me a long time to get used to the idea. 

    I see an MFM/perinatologist in addition to my OB. Most of the ladies on this board see both, some more than others.  as for NICU time, in general I think babies under 5lbs go to the NICU to a least be monitored as do most babies born before 34 weeks. There's no "standard" when it comes to twins though, so you'll get a lot of different answers. As for DSNG, that one's easy= Double snap n go stroller frame for infant seats. :)

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  • BritterBee05BritterBee05
    I could have written that intro myself! I also found out we were having b/g twins at 20 weeks and I have 2 boys 3&5. I also thought the added exhaustion was from chasing the older 2 around. Welcome I learned alot just by lurking on this board, everyone is so helpful! Welcome and congrats!!!
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  • AmyJoy728AmyJoy728 member
    The exhaustion you are feeling may just be from chasing two kids =) like every baby, no pregnancy or twin pregnancy is the same. I had no morning sickness, and a problem free pregnancy until 27 weeks when I went in pre-term labor (ptl) and was on bed rest for 10 weeks before being induced and delivering at 37 weeks 1day and no NICU time. good luck!
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  • BabyCarryingVesselBabyCarryingVessel member

    CONGRATULATIONS!! Your intro sounds a lot like mine! We also found out we were having two girls at 20 weeks. I'm sure you'll never forget that day! I am just seeing my regular OB. Since we learned there were twins, I have been having an appointment every two or three weeks, and I'll be getting an ultrasound about every month.

    Like some of the PPs said, get lots of water, rest as much as possible (hard to do with two LOs!) and try not to stress. Good luck to you!

     

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  • flgatorflgator member

    Thanks for the welcome and info. I already learned from reading these posts.

    BritterBee, your situation sounds familiar. :)  From your ticker, it looks like you have already had your twins.  How is it with twins and 2 older boys?  Our boys will still be 2 and 4 when the twins arrive. It must be strange having a girl after the boys.   

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