This week Dr. Stu and Midwife Blyss do a deep dive into mono-chorionic twin pregnancies, with a focus on debunking common myths about mono-mono twins. Drawing on recent research and personal experiences, they explore topics like the risks of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), cord entanglement, and the overall safety of vaginal deliveries for mono-mono twins.

Resources

Between a Shot and a Hard Place, by Joel Warsh

Jama Article: Pregnancy Related Deaths in the US 2018 to 2022.

Twin home birth: Outcomes of 100 sets of twins in the care of a single practitioner, by Stu Fischbein and Rixa Freeze

Documentary: Heads Up: The Disappearing Art of Vaginal Breech Delivery

Obstetrics and Gynecology Journal: Cord entanglement and perinatal outcome in monoamniotic twin pregnancies

In This Episode

Introduction to Monochorionic Twins

Debunking Myths About Twin Pregnancies

Case Studies and Rare Anomalies

Challenges and Interventions in Twin Pregnancies

The Overuse of Ultrasound in Twin Pregnancies

Misuse of Growth Charts for Twins

This show is supported by

• WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.
• Restorative Roots | Go to https://restorativemeals.com/ code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS for 10% off weekly meal plans.
• BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program.
• Pique Life| Go to https://piquelife.com/birthing to get 10% off for life on Pique's Herbal Teas!

Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss

• Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast
• Instagram: @birthinginstincts/@birthingblyss
• Website: birthinginstincts.com/birthingblyss.com
• Email: birthinginstinctspodcast@gmail.com
• Podcast webpage: birthinginstinctspodcast.com