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Twins and multiples

Twins are more common than ever. Find out what causes twins and how to tell if your twins are identical.

Twins: myth or fact?

Find out if it's true that twins run in families or speak their own language.

Real story: losing a twin

Emily Carlisle gave birth to premature twin boys, but one died at the age of five weeks.

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Healthy multiple pregnancy

Find out how to stay healthy when pregnant with twins or triplets, and what type of antenatal care you can expect

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All you need to know about pregnancy, birth and looking after a baby, including feeding and trying to get pregnant

Talk to other mums

Chat to other women expecting twins or triplets and mums who've had a multiple birth in the Mumsnet/NHS Choices forums

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