How to have Twins?

Does the idea of giving birth to twins excite every living nerve in your body? If yes, then we are glad to know that the idea of two kids crying together and getting hungry together do not get you nervous.

If you think that frequently indulging in sexual intercourse during pregnancy can increase your chances of conceiving twins, then we would say you need not look for any such excuses.

#1. How To Have Twins?

If you are planning to conceive twins, it is important that you know that there are two types of twins; identical and non-identical. Identical twins are formed when one egg is fertilized by one sperm which divides into two separate embryos. Therefore they share the same genetic components and identical structures.

Non-identical twins, on the other hand, are formed through two separate eggs getting fertilized by two separate sperms. These twins have different structures and do not share any genetic composition.

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#2. How To Have Twins Naturally?

• Folic Acid Supplement

Studies reveal that consuming folate or folic acid can increase your chances of conceiving twins by 40%. Women who take folic acid before getting pregnant or while they are trying to conceive have higher chances of giving birth to twins.

Folic acid is not only recommended for mothers who wish to have twins, but its general consumption helps in preventing any defects in the neural tubes as well.

• Embrace Those Extra Pounds

It looks like your weight can help you out this time. Studies claim that women are who are overweight have better chances of conceiving twins. Also, taller women can expect twins too.

• Dairy Products

Eating dairy products for over five times in a day increases the mother’s chances of conceiving twins. Studies claim that women who include dairy products in their regular diet have higher chances of delivering twin babies. It also suggests that vegans appear to have lower chances of conceiving twins.

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• Do Not Stop Breastfeeding

 If you are already breastfeeding your little one and are planning to gift him with two more siblings then you better not stop breastfeeding. Women who breastfeed are nine times more likely to give birth to twin babies.

• Plan On Conceiving As Soon As You Discontinue Your Birth Control Pills

Discontinuing the birth pills sometimes leaves your body in a wacky situation because it is trying to recover itself from the irregular hormonal production. If you have been on the pill for about six months, your body will take around one or two cycles to regulate the hormonal production. During this phase, there are chances that your hormones get triggered and your ovaries multiple eggs during the first ovulatory cycle itself. So, if you are planning to conceive twins, get your hands on these overflowing ovaries.

• Bigger The Better

We are talking about the family size here!

Having a big family naturally, increases your chances of conceiving twins. It is so because the more you get pregnant, the more there is a chance that you deliver twins.

• Don’t be in a hurry

Women who are older in age are more likely to have twins. Women over the age bracket of 45 have 17% chances of conceiving twins. Just be sure that if you are planning to opt for this method, then age does have to do with fertility. The older you get, the more difficult it is to sustain your fertility. While in old age, you produce lesser eggs, so to compensate, the body starts producing FSH or follicle stimulating hormone. FSH might cause stimulation and result in the release of more than one egg during ovulation.

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More than being worried about the number of kids you deliver, it is important that they are healthy. To ensure your delivery to be stress-free and healthy make sure you pay attention to your diet.

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