Giving birth to twins is a very special occasion for many reasons. There are two types of twins: 1/3rd of twins are monozygotic twins i.e. formed when a single fertilised ovum divides into two individuals. The majority (80%) of monozygous twins form a monochorionic diamniotic (MCDA) pregnancy. Approximately 20% become dichorionic diamniotic (DCDA) twins and about 1% become monochorionic monoamniotic (MCMA) twins.
Due to the increased number of fetuses, the risk of a chromosomal abnormality is increased in multiple pregnancies. Best time to give birth to twins: DCDA twins have the lowest rate of serious health problems if they are born at around 38 weeks. MCDA twins have a higher rate of unexpected stillbirth after 32 weeks. Earlier delivery at 36-37 weeks is often recommended even when everything appears to be going well. MCMA twins are much less common but have a much higher…
