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Discovering your twin pregnancy, and what to expect during your ultrasound appointment.<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/heybaby4d.co.uk\/sutton\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/fadedhbbackground20_1_original-scaled.webp” parallax=”on” parallax_method=”off” custom_padding=”||3px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Hey Baby 4D Sutton” title_text=”Hey Baby 4D Sutton” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#91bcc0″ header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#EE75AB” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#EE75AB” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||1%||false|false” custom_padding=”4%|4%|4%|4%|true|true” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”26px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ header_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0.04em” header_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0.05em” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-29f2f3e8-7482-40c6-9f32-4d689365f516%22:%91%22link_text_color%22,%22link_text_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n Finding out you’re pregnant is an exhilarating moment, filled with a mix of emotions. But what if your ultrasound at Hey Baby 4D Sutton & Croydon reveals not one, but two tiny heartbeats? Our trained sonographer can assist you in discovering your twin pregnancy long before a routine NHS scan.<\/p>\n Discovering you’re pregnant with twins can be both thrilling and overwhelming, but understanding what to expect can help ease any anxieties.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#91bcc0″ header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#EE75AB” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#EE75AB” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||1%||false|false” custom_padding=”4%|4%|4%|4%|true|true” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”26px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ header_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0.04em” header_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0.05em” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-29f2f3e8-7482-40c6-9f32-4d689365f516%22:%91%22link_text_color%22,%22link_text_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n Twins can be Identical or Non-Identical, and their type depends on how they were formed. Identical twins occur in about one-third of multiple pregnancies. Known as monozygotic twins, a single egg is fertilised then splits into two (or, very rarely, three or more) creating identical babies with the same genes, physical features, and sex. They may or may not share a placenta. Characteristics such as size and personality depend on non-genetic factors, so may be different.<\/p>\n There are 3 distinct types of twin pregnancies which can be seen in an ultrasound scan, these are Monozygotic or Dizygotic, which is where there are 2 placentas and 2 separate sacs. Monozygotic with 1 placenta and 2 amniotic sacs or, more rarely, Monozygotic with 1 placenta and 1 sac.<\/p>\n This all depends on when the egg splits during the pregnancy, so sometimes twins that are identical are in their own sacs meaning the only way to be sure (when both babies are the same sex but been classified as fraternal) is to have a DNA test after they are born.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#91bcc0″ header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#EE75AB” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#EE75AB” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||1%||false|false” custom_padding=”4%|4%|4%|4%|true|true” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”26px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ header_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0.04em” header_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0.05em” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-29f2f3e8-7482-40c6-9f32-4d689365f516%22:%91%22link_text_color%22,%22link_text_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n At Hey Baby 4D Sutton & Croydon, our expert team understands the nuances of early pregnancy detection, especially when it comes to identifying multiple heartbeats and discovering your twin pregnancy.<\/p>\n From 6 weeks gestation, we utilise state-of-the-art technology to look for specific signs that suggest a twin pregnancy using ultrasound, where we\u2019ll be looking for some specific features:<\/p>\n Discovering your twin pregnancy is a remarkable journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and perhaps a hint of apprehension. From the early signs that hint at a multiple pregnancy to the unique experiences throughout gestation, the journey of carrying twins is one that requires extra attention and care which is why we offer two early pregnancy scans. We offer these scans where we not only confirm a single or multiple pregnancy but also perform vital wellbeing checks and give you the first glimpse of your twin pregnancy. Importantly, there are no additional charges if we discover multiple heartbeats or twins during your scan.<\/p>\n From 16 weeks gestation, you can also consider returning to confirm the sex of your twins at the same price as a single pregnancy, as well as incredible images of how they\u2019re getting on together in their little world!<\/p>\n Schedule your appointment today and let us guide you through this extraordinary journey with care and expertise. If you\u2019ve already confirmed you\u2019re having twins, you can refer to the Twin Trust – who provide twins, triplets or more \u2013 and their families \u2013 with the information needed to make informed decisions, as well as facilitating a network of community support.<\/p>\n Book your scan with us easily online at www.heybaby4d.co.uk\/sutton<\/a><\/p>\n To learn more about discovering your twin pregnancy, please visit:<\/p>\nDiscovering Twin Pregnancy<\/h2>\n
Types of Twins<\/h2>\n
Non-identical twins are created when a woman releases two eggs at the same time and both are fertilised, each by a different sperm. The fertilised egg is called a zygote, and these non-identical twins are known as dizygotic or fraternal twins, because they grew from two separate eggs (zygotes). Interestingly, fraternal twins are no more alike than any other brothers or sisters and they can be both female, both male or one of each!<\/p>\nEarly Signs and Ultrasound Revelations<\/h2>\n
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