Family Tips

Mothers who are expecting multiples are going to gain more weight during pregnancy than mothers carrying a single baby. But your weight depends not only on your pre-pregnancy weight and the number of fetuses, so talk to your doctor. In general pregnant woman should consume about 300 additional calories a day for each fetus, but it might be difficult considering babies in the abdomen. It will be better to eat smaller and more frequent.

Preparing for a multiple birth may seem overwhelming, though id doesn’t differ much from a common one-baby pregnancy. The best help is knowing that you have a professional support around you: experienced doctors and caring hospital staff.

The first hours, days, and weeks are often the most difficult for parents of multiples. Mother should learn to get used to the frequent feedings, lack of sleep, and little personal time. Use any help you can get from your family members and friends to cope with household routine and daily tasks. Additional help around you can make feedings easier and help you have rest and recover after delivery. You will have also the precious time to get known your babies.