Pregnancy Complications
Twin pregnancies are often considered "high risk". Click here to read articles on possible complications and how to avoid them.
Bedrest  [offsite link]
This is web page created by other mothers on what to do when on bedrest. It gives cute
stories and informing articles. Also available are facts about the tocolytes, or drugs, used
to prevent preterm labor. Bedrest and Twin Pregnancies 
What is bedrest? How does it affect a woman pregnant with twins? Boy Girl Identical Twins
Studies have shown that boy girl identical twins are a reality Complications of Pregnancy [offsite link]
This site defines and elaborates on several problems which could occur during pregnancy,
especially when carrying multiples. High Risk Obstetrics [offsite link]
Dr. Daniel M. Lasser discusses several high risk pregnancy issues from asthma, to
diabetes, to recurrent miscarriage, to preeclampsia and more. The site gives early
warning signs and symptoms of most pregnancy problems. High Risk Obstetrics: Multiple Gestation  [offsite link]
This module reviews the risks involved in multiple births. Reviews cardiac disease,
hematological disorders, and respiratory disorders. Lasting Effects of Prematurity
Premature babies face challenges that may last well into their childhood Pre-eclampsia Information site [offsite link]
A compiled list of risks, causes, symptoms, and treatments for pre-eclampsia, eclampsia,
and related problems. Offers pregnancy diaries, a discussion group, and stories. Sidelines National Support Network  [offsite link]
Sidelines offers support and information to those experiencing “high risk” pregnancies.
They provide education, intervention, and support. Currently they feature eight articles
on Preterm Labor, What to do on Bedrest, Family Issues, and Statistics. Twin Hope [offsite link]
This international center for diseases focuses on twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome but
also includes other twin related diseases. they provide information, support groups,
research, fund-raisers, articles, newsletters, and much more. Twin-to-Twin Tranfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome affects up to 25% of identical twin pregnancies where the twins share one placenta. Vanishing Twin Syndrome
Up to 1/3 of multiple pregnancies result in a vanishing twin. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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