If you’ve just found out you’re expecting twins, this episode is your must-listen guide! Trish reveals three critical things doctors often don’t tell you about twin pregnancies, including the one decision 90% of twin mamas regret. From understanding the different types of twins to advocating for your delivery preferences, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you navigate your twin birth with confidence!

Key Takeaways:

• Not All Twin Pregnancies Are the Same: Learn about the four types of twin pregnancies (di-di, mono-di, mono-mono, and conjoined) and how they impact your pregnancy management.
• Delivery Options Matter: Discover why 60% of twins are delivered via C-section, and how to ask the right questions to explore vaginal delivery if it’s safe for you.
• Timing Is in Your Control: Understand how to advocate for individualized care to potentially avoid early delivery or unnecessary NICU stays.
• Hidden Risks and Advocacy: Get insights into risks like twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and cord entanglement, and learn how to prepare for a calm, empowered twin birth.

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Actionable Tips:

1. Call your doctor and ask:

• What type of twins am I carrying (di-di, mono-di, or mono-mono)?
• What specific risks should I be aware of?
• What are my delivery options based on my unique situation?

1. Advocate for individualized care and consider a second opinion if your provider pushes for a C-section without medical necessity.
2. Prepare for the delivery room, including understanding the time between delivering Baby A and Baby B, and how to honor your birth preferences even in the operating room.

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Helpful Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to Twin Pregnancy Insights
• 00:50 The Three Crucial Things About Twin Pregnancies
• 02:49 Understanding Twin Pregnancy Types
• 04:35 Delivery Options for Twin Pregnancies
• 06:01 Timing and Delivery of Twins
• 09:54 Detailed Breakdown of Twin Types
• 12:23 Advocating for Your Twin Pregnancy
• 15:54 Empowerment and Final Thoughts
• 20:14 Conclusion and Resources

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