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The birth of twins or twins

The mothers of twins should begin before birth preparation, because these babies are born in forward and 37.1 weeks on average. Of course, tend to be smaller than other children.

Already from the 24th week of pregnancy, two fetuses begin to have less and less space in the womb, thus increasing the risk of preterm delivery. Between weeks 26 and 28th twins together weigh about three kilograms, approximately the weight of a baby when it comes to delivery. Tension grows in the womb, which can cause premature contractions. For that reason, are especially important check-ups in multiple pregnancies. In the last three months of pregnancy may be necessary to apply to medical examination every week.

It is likely that the contractions are weaker and less frequent

In multiple births, contractions are generally weaker and less frequent. As a result, labor can be prolonged. Patience is needed and in many cases, the use of means to cause contractions.

In about half of twin deliveries both children are headfirst, with the possibility that labor starts spontaneously is great. The first baby makes his way between contractions, while the latter slides easily later.

And herein lies, however, a danger for the second baby: birth without the stress it is more difficult to adjust to life outside the womb. So the birth of second child can not start much later than the first. The participants to review delivery if you are well and if is breech, a Caesarean section is usually performed.