Why Twin Pregnancy is So Much Harder From A Mom Who Knows
Twin pregnancy completely changes your life. You’re not just having a bigger belly as I had assumed at first. I’m not trying to suggest that having a singleton pregnancy is a breeze, but having twins is much different.
Below is a list of things that I experienced when I was pregnant with Rose and Ella.
Increased Fatigue
You have to remember that your belly will be slightly larger. Having twins’ means, you should expect that. But, nothing compares to what you go through.
I remember complaining of extreme fatigue when I was pregnant. I couldn’t last a day without taking several naps. Furthermore, I experienced eased morning sickness.
When I went to the doctor, he explained to me that fatigue was as a result of having two placentas inside, each requiring nutrients and sucking it right from my body.
Increase in Appetite
Having Rose and Ella meant that I needed to eat more. Fortunately, this was not going to be a problem. The twins needed food and I, on the other hand, had the appetite for it. Don’t be shocked, though; you won’t gain a lot of weight. That is because most of the food taken inside your body is broken down into nutrients, which are sent into the placenta to “feed” the twins.
More Doctor’s Visit
With twins, you’ll have to visit the doctor more frequently. It’s a good thing because your doctor keeps checking on you on an often basis. On the contrary, you have to be checked by several doctors who check several things. Therefore, you will need some time off your job if it involves you being at your desk.
When Daniel and I visited the doctors, I was always anxious. That is because every visit uncovered new potential health complications that affected either the twins or myself, which had to be addressed.
Drink More Water
Drinking water will have to be a part of you, if you’re not used to it, that’s because 70% of the body is water. On the contrary, you’ll have to do away with the beer or too much coffee. That is because, whatever you take, some of it goes through the placenta to “feed” the twins.
I wasn’t much of a big water drinker before having Rose and Ella, but I had to be.
Is having twin pregnancy harder? Yes, it is. However, it is an amazing experience where you get to learn a lot too. Have you had twins? Share your experiences with us below!
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I am so glad I never had a twin pregnancy. It was hard enough having one baby stuffed inside my belly. I can’t even imagine trying to fit two in there!
I remember when my wife was pregnant. She had a tough time with just one baby in her abdomen. It must be incredibly uncomfortable to have two babies in there.
As tired and sick as I was with just having one baby, I’m kind of glad I didn’t have two growing in my tummy. However, I think the experience would be really magical to go through.
I cannot imagine having a twin pregnancy! My three kids already took a toll on me as it is.
I never had twins, but they run in my family. It is hard enough growing one life, much less two.
My mother-in-law had twin boys (many years ago, as they are nearing 41 yrs old!).
I am sure she would testify to your points here!
I give so much credit to women pregnant with twin and/or multiples. Your body is going through the trenches and working harder to make more than one baby.
I can only imagine! One baby is enough with adding a second!
You poor thing. Can you only imagine those women with 7 babies?!? Whew!
You are a super human! I have a friend who is a twin and it’s no joke!
Just having one kid was bad enough. I couldn’t even begin to imagine having twins. I admire any woman who is able to go through all that and come out of it alive. That takes some guts if you ask me.
Our twins just turned 13…. but I still recall those pregnant days. I was on bed-rest for what seemed like forever.
I always wanted to have twins! I had a friend at work that was only 5 ft. tall and she gave birth to twin girls. Oh she had fluid retention so bad her legs looked like logs! I also had a childhood friend who never had any single birth. Her first pregnancy was triplets – all boys, and the second pregnancy was twin girls. I cannot imagine what women go through with multiple births! It must be difficult, but it is all worth it, right? 🙂
From what I know, it’s definitely more demanding physically and emotionally especially when the babies arrive. I admire moms of multiple babies, they’re amazing at what they do.
Having a baby is crazy as it is, what more if you have two! The risk of the twins arriving earlier is high compared to moms to be who only have one baby in their belly. It can be delicate.
Don’t forget the huge belly making round ligament pain and back pain that much harder. I remember when my mom was pregnant with my twin sisters, her belly was huge. My sisters were a bit small when they were born but then again they were 6 weeks early. I don’t think my mom gained a ton of weight though and if she did it was all in her belly.
I remember when I was in high school and how much I wanted to have twins when I got older and it was time to have kids. I had 3 individual babies and can’t imagine how hard it was to have twins. Kudos and hugs to those mamas of multiples!
I can only imagine how being pregnant with twins could be more difficult. I dont even have one kid but yeah twins are a blessings but salute to the mom carrying for multiples!
Our mo di twin girls are 3 weeks old now. It was definitely a challenge. The only thing that made it harder to me was the extra weight you carry with multiples. I had back pain, sciatica, and SPD. The SPD was what I had problems with the most. I had to go to physical therapy for it. My pelvic bones would pop and grind with movement. It was excruciating. I never had any of the swelling these ladies experienced. I did have theb Cyrene fatigue. It was way worse than with my singleton pregnancies. They are totally worth it though. But, I am not having any more. Lol