Hey,
I found thses on another blog, so I thought I would share. My next appointment is Friday and im already getting anxious, so pray for us. I also signed us up for a class on July 23. Its Marvelous Multiples.
Monoamniotic factoids
*Monoamniotic twins are always identical
*Monoamniotic twins are the result of a late splitting egg; one that split around 8-12 days after fertilization
*Monoamniotic twins only occur in 1% of twins
*Monoamniotic twins share a placenta and amniotic sac which means they have skin to skin contact
*Monoamniotic twins are considered extremely high risk because of the risk of cord compression leading to fetal death as a result of umbilical cord entanglement
*Monoamniotic twins are always delivered by C-Section
*Monoamniotic twins are usually delivered between 32-34 weeks gestation because the risks of staying in utero are greater than the risks associated with a premature birth
*75% of monoamniotic twins are girls
*inpatient monitoring at viability yeilds the greatest success rates
5 comments:
I saw this same list on one of your links. It definately is a good summary to show someone if they don't know much about them (like most people). The class sounds really good- I'm glad you are taking it. I'll bet on your side (with those stats), that they are girls!!! You'll know on one of those ultrasounds soon! Can't wait.
Very Interesting!
Lauren,
I teach with your mom but found your blog through my multiples group and Laura. I have fraternal twins born in Jan. 2010. I took the marvelous multiples class and it was wonderful!!! My husband and I really enjoyed it and learned quite a bit from it. I will warn you though the nicu tour was emotional for me and I wasn't prepared. I am a worrier by nature so I totally get your emotions. Praying for your babies!
We love you, Lauren! We pray for your family (all 4 of you!) and have faith and hope. xox
very good info to share, lauren. interesting about the 75% girls...never heard that before! thinking we're gonna be right then, lol!
praying for you to have peace and comfort. love you!
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