The ultrasound is important in identifying and caring for twin births. The ultrasound is used to determine the number of fetuses, to identify any fetal abnormalities, to date the pregnancy, and to monitor the growth of each fetus.Having twins means you are likely to see your obstetrician regularly so that they can closely monitor all aspects of the twin pregnancy due the increased chance of complications. Twins are generally more smaller and weaker than singleton pregnancies, and are more likely to need some time in special care after birth.Twins have a higher chance of being born before their due date, twin births are normally at about 37 to 38 weeks, with cesareans being common for twin births. This is because it is more likely than one or both babies are not in a perfect position for a natural birth.Premature birth is common of twin births.
Problems associated with Premature twin births.
Immature Lungs
Premature babies lack a substance called surfactant. Surfactant allows the lungs to expand and to breath normally.
If it is to be a premature twins birth, the expectant mum can be given an two injections of steroid called beta-methasone in the 48 period before birth. The steroid will help the lungs mature, if there is no time for steroid injections, then surfactant has been developed that can be given to premature baby to assist with breathing.
Difficulty maintaining body temperature
In the last four to six weeks of a typical pregnancy the baby gain weight and develops its body fat which helps the new-born baby maintain its body temperature when born. With premature twin births, the new born babies have not had the chance to develop the fat to keep them warm, which is why they may be taken to the premature baby unit and kept artificially warm.
Treatment for twin pregnancy
A twin pregnancy can mean twice the excitement and twice the fun for the expectant mum. How special you feel to be able to have two bundles of joy.
Unfortunately, twin pregnancies are also challenging and more risky. Plus the expectant mother is likely to suffer twice the morning sickness and twice the fatigue.
A expectant mother of twins is often given bed rest in the final stages of the twin pregnancy in order to try to reduce the chances of premature labour.
The actual medical treatment you receive will depend on the type of twin pregnancy, and whether it is one of the more rare forms of twin pregnancy, such as Monoamniotic twin pregnancy.
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