It is estimated that 1 in 250 natural pregnancies will naturally result in twins. While twin pregnancies can happen by chance, there are some factors that may increase your odds of having two babies at the same time.

How can I get pregnant of twins?

Conception happens when a sperm fertilizes an egg to form an embryo. However, if there are two eggs present in the womb at the time of fertilization or the fertilized egg splits into two separate embryos, a woman can become pregnant with twins.

Can you deliver twins naturally?

About one third of all twins are born vaginally and the process is similar to that of giving birth to a single baby. If youre planning a vaginal delivery, its usually recommended that you have an epidural for pain relief.

How do I know Im pregnant with twins?

The only definite way to find out whether youre having twins or other multiples is to have an ultrasound scan. The best time to have this ultrasound is at 10-12 weeks of pregnancy. This is usually when your health professional can say for sure how many fetuses, placentas and amniotic sacs there are.

At what month can twins be delivered?

Weve got the answers to all of your questions about delivering twins, triplets, or more. If youre carrying more than one baby, chances are good youll deliver early. Twins are usually born around 36 weeks -- four weeks early. Triplets arrive at about 33 weeks, and quads often make their debut at 31 weeks.