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Week by week Twins calendar: pregnancy in weeks 8-12

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9 week ultrasound scan on twins

The embryonic period will be over after week 12 and the embyological structure is complete. Your developing twins still have a tremendous amount of developing to do. Their kidneys, intestines and extremities are developing rapidly. At 8 weeks each baby is approximately four centimeters long and weighs about one gram. By twelve weeks they will have more than doubled to be about nine centimeters long and has grown to about 20 grams!

During this time of your pregnancy you will still most likely notice changes within your appetite. You may be noticing more cravings or advesions to certain types of foods or smells. Many researchers believe that a craving is the body's way of trying to obtain something that you are lacking. Some women crave salt and need the sodium, while others crave spinach for the extra iron.

Mild anemia is not uncommon during pregnancy, especially when carrying multiples. This is because your body's blood supply has increased dramatically to support the growing babies and your red-cell production has decreased.

3D twin ultrasound

Around this time of a pregnancy, many women report a change in sexual desire. Most women report a decrease in their libido during the first trimester. This can come from nausea, breast tenderness, and the increased pressure on the bladder. However, some women also report an increased desire for intimacy. Both partners should be reassured that sex is perfectly safe during a pregnancy with multiples. The baby is well protected and you can not "poke" the baby.

You may also notice some changes in your complexion. Some women may experience the pregnancy "glow". The increase in blood creates a look of radiance, but also makes your skin more sensitive to skin care products. It is important to take care of your skin during pregnancy.

Bleeding gums is a common complaint throughout the pregnancy. Again, this is due to an increased blood supply which will cause the gums to swell. The bleeding should not be cause for concern. Just be gentle when brushing and flossing.

Most pregnant women worry about stretch marks. Stretch marks are a natural and sometimes unavoidable consequence of skin that is stretching for the growing baby. It is best to accept the fact that stretch marks may occur. After delivery, the stretch marks will generally fade away and become less noticeable. You can keep your skin well moisturized and use Vitamin E creams to help with the marks and itching.

Ongoing symptoms

Breast tenderness
Breathlessness
Constipation
Fatigue
Frequent urination
Increase or decrease in saliva
Increased heart rate
Leakage from nipples
Morning sickness
Nasal stuffiness
Change in sexual desire
Bleeding gums

To think about this month:

Maternity clothes for some women
Spreading the news, if you have not already
Spreading the news to family members and co workers
Finding a pediatrician

At the doctor
You will go back to the doctor again this month for a routine prenatal visit. If you have any questions that you forgot to ask at your previous checkup or that have recently come up, this is the time to bring them to your caregivers attention. Your doctor may classify your pregnancy as high risk, because you are carrying multiples. Some doctors will do an ultrasound assessment to check the baby's well-being. You may also be offered a series of genetics testing, chorionic villus sampling and a nuchal fold scan at this time. They are optional and you can discuss the pros and cons with your caregiver.

Your doctor will be checking the following during your visit:
1.)Weight gain or loss
2.)Blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate
3.)Heart and lungs
4.)Breast exam
5.)External palpation of the uterus
6.)Measure the height of the uterus
7.)Check for fetal heartbeat
8.)Urine screens for blood, sugar and any bacteria

Comments by 8-12 week pregnant Twin mothers

Showing 1-7 of about 7 comments from week 8-12

nervousmothrof3 - 1.7 hours ago
does any1 know how to find 2 heart beats when using a doppler?? Do u look in the same spot or look on oppisite side?? Im confused!! PLZ help... God Bless,Jacquie

tracylouella - Sunday, 15 Nov
How many DPO did you guys get your positive preg test??

mumtaz - Thursday, 12 Nov
I always want to have twins or triples.. =) Im 8 weeks now, havent done any u.s yet.. hopefully im with twins.. yay!!

xpectingtwins - Wednesday, 11 Nov
Hi everyone, I have a 10 month old daughter and just found out i'm prego with twins! :)

ilovekids - Thursday, 5 Nov
did any of you suspect a twin pregnancy, before onfirmation, and if so what were the differences from a single

sheshagirl28 - Thursday, 5 Nov
Hi there, my name is danielle. i am pregnant with my third set of twins. my others are 19-boy and girl and almost 12-boy and girl. i am 10 weeks now and there was no fertility used. my sister and brother both have a set of twins. it has been 12 yrs since i carried twins. so, it is like the first time for me again. i just got over my morning sickness this past week, yayyyy! but different smells make me sick still. along with driving in the passenger seat of the car.....booooo! i am having my next ultrasound at 12 weeks. and yes, this is my 8th and 9th children. i had six by my first husband. then i had my tubes tied. and met my husband, fabian, 8yrs ago. we decided to have my tubes untied and we had our baby girl Isabela Two years ago. and everyone just loves her to death! all of the big kids adore her, it is wonderful. but the big kids also want to know why in the world would i get pregnant again!!! they, along with others thought we were done after bela. but i guess there were other plans set for us. after i have my twins this time, i am having my tubes tied again and they are staying that way!!!:) i am 35yrs old and i want to go back to work someday!!! well, just wanted to leave a little message introducing myself to the forum. i hope to get to know all of you,as we travel together on our pregnancy path:)

ashley96786 - Friday, 30 Oct
sleeping on your back should not cause problems for you.. i slept on mine till i was to big to breathe.. i just had my twins 20 days ago.. i had identical boys. i was 34 weeks and 4 days. they spent 2 weeks in the ICU for immuture lungs for week 1 and learning to eat a bottle week 2.. they are both home now.. they were 4 pounds 8 ounces and 4pounds 9 ounces and are now 5.7 and 5.4.. they grow fast.. your doctor can tell by ultrasound if your have identical or fraternal. sometimes you dont know till you have a test done after birth.. mine shared a placenta and had a small membrane seperating them. mono di twins, take care ladies. it gets hard but well worth bakin them babies full term!!! and no gummie bears are great! i craved sour patch kids. lol..

veronicaw - Thursday, 15 Oct
hi i am 11weeks 4 days with my first set of twins and i crave gummie bears is that BAD?? okay i also sleep on my back cuz it hurts when i sleep on my sides will sumthin happen to me?? how can u tell if ur twins are identical or fraturnAL

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