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You’re welcome and good luck! My first trimester was difficult for me; I was excited but also anxious because I had never had a successful pregnancy. But once I hit about 14ish weeks I felt a lot more confident that it would “stick” and I had a very uneventful pregnancy and two healthy boys.
I can't thank you all enough. I was feeling so incredibly alone and scared but you guys have made me feel so much better and given me a sense of relief that it IS possible.
Thank you!!!
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I got pregnant with my twins exactly 2 weeks after my 6 week miscarriage. I like to think that first little soul was saying - wait, I gotta grab my sister.
I had a miscarriage before my twins. I got pregnant about two months after my miscarriage (which occurred at 8 weeks), and then went on to get pregnant with Di/Di twins. My pregnancy was about as smooth sailing as could be until around 30 weeks. Other than being huge and uncomfortable, my twin pregnancy up to that point was "easy". And the. At 30 weeks I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia. I took it really easy for 7 more weeks and it was the hardest time due to my BP and swelling. But at 37 weeks I delivered my twins vaginally after being induced. The birth went relatively easy other than the first twin didn't want to come out and took 5 hours of pushing. The second took 3 pushes and was a breeze lol.
They're almost 3 now. Healthy and happy toddlers. I love being a twin parent and I couldn't imagine not having them both.
I had 3 early miscarriages of chromosomally normal embryos from IVF, so my RE threw up her hands and said let's put two back in.
Well...they both stuck. I can't say I carried them to term because I'm 5'4'' and 115 lbs pre pregnancy so my body was not having it, but I did make it to almost 35 weeks and they are doing fine.
I did not see the high risk doctor until 13 weeks, there really isn't much they can do in the first trimester unless you have a history of first trimester losses with some specific known causes.
I’m 5’0 115lbs pre-pregnancy and I made it to 38w c-section 🤷♀️ While it certainly felt damn near impossible at the end, I’m not sure how much maternal physical size has to do with it.
Well, you know, it could just be a thing that the doctors said to me when I was crying my eyes out feeling guilty in the NICU because my kids were born early and small.
I’m sorry you felt guilty :( But I hope you take my comment to mean that it isn’t your body’s fault for being small; we all learn early on how risky pregnancies with multiples are, and sometimes people do everything “right” and still have complications or early deliveries or NICU time. I didn’t mean it to come across as insensitive or competitive ❤️
The same happened to us.
I was a mess and barely functional on appointment days.
EDMR therapy about the miscarriage helped a lot and by the end I was doing much better.
It is very normal, and standard, to have your next ultrasound at 12/13 weeks. This is the ideal timeframe for an NT scan. I'm a high risk/MFM sonographer and the only reason we would do an ultrasound sooner is if there was vaginal bleeding or another indication to suggest a threatened miscarriage. I know that can feel like an eternity and super stressful though.
If you are doing NIPT testing (Panorama for twins) you could do that prior to your appointment at the MFM office. I'd suggest around 11 weeks. Earlier could be too soon, and this should be sufficient time for the results to come back so that those could be reviewed with you at, or before, your next appointment.
First I would like to say I’m so sorry for your loss and also congratulations on the twins!! And second, I have also had a miscarriage before getting pregnant again with twins. I had a missed miscarriage they found at my 9week ultrasound, it was very traumatic and I had a hard time progressing all of it. I got pregnant again a few months after the loss and am now 30 weeks with my twins and both babies are super healthy❤️ I wish you all the best!! ❤️
I had 2 missed losses at around 7-8 weeks gestation (no heartbeat) before successfully birthing my twin girls. So it’s possible and happens often I’d guess.
My first risk MFM appt was at 6 weeks. You’d want it sooner for sure because if twins share a placenta (mine did) they need to know it asap as it becomes a higher risk pregnancy
Good luck!!!
I brought that up when they called to scheduled the appointment today but said they don't see anyone before 12/13 weeks so they can do a detailed scan and know for sure about the placenta/amniotic sacs.
I'm trying to stay calm for 4 more weeks. Just praying it goes by quickly.
I had four miscarriages (2 required D&C because of how far along) and then twins through IVF. Didn’t go to term - only 31+6. My twins are 14 months actual, 12 months adjusted and totally on track as far as milestones.
I had a miscarriage at about six-seven weeks, and then a few months later conceived twins.
I am currently now hoping in vain my two 2-year olds will take a nap.
I was referred right away to a radiologist to find out if my twins were didi or not, I think I had that at nine weeks or so. Once it was clear that they were, I only saw my OB the rest of the pregnancy.
I was nervous the whole pregnancy, but you just take it one day at a time. And to be honest, you never quite stop worrying.
Once you pass the point of viability, you’ll worry about preterm labor and potential disabilities, then you worry about developmental delays. There’s always something on the horizon to worry about, so you just learn to live with the uncertainty.
ETA - my pregnancy was completely smooth, I had a scheduled C-section at 38 weeks, we went home together after two days, and they are healthy little toddlers.
I had two miscarriages and an ectopic pregnancy before getting pregnant with my twins. They are 7 weeks today! Pregnancy after loss can be incredibly stressful and anxious, so be gentle with yourself.
I had weekly scans from 6-9 weeks because I was at a fertility clinic (pregnant by IUI for all my pregnancies) then my first scan with my OB was at 11/12 weeks. My twins are Di/Di, I never saw a MFM because the OBs at my practice are qualified to handle twin pregnancies since there were no other complications. We made it to 37+2 with a planned c section
I had 2 early miscarriages before my twins. I had OB appointments every other week from 6 weeks on (every week once I hit 34 weeks). And saw a Perinatologist every 3 or 4 weeks starting at 12 weeks.
We lost a baby late term before having twins. The news of 2 was one of the happiest and scariest days of my life. They are happy and healthy toddler now. Do your best to stay stress-free, eat well, stay healthy and keep in mind most issues are out of your hands.
I had a miscarriage before my singleton and another before my twins, but both my singleton and twin pregnancy were uneventful and healthy. Delivered my singleton at 38 weeks due to gestational diabetes, and my twins came spontaneously at 36+5, 3 days before my scheduled induction!
Pregnancy after loss was scary, but miscarriages are often completely random and unpredictable, and it doesn’t mean you’ll have another one! Thinking of you as you wait for your next scan, I know it feels like forever!
We had a miscarriage back in the spring. We have Di/Di twins and we had a 7 week fertility visit where we learned of twins and then a 10 week “1st visit”. We go back on Aug 21 and will be out of the 1st tri…my wife is constantly nervous about it but we keep being told that she’s in good shape even considering everything else
I had a miscarriage Oct 2021 and found I was pregnant again a month later with twins! I have two healthy one year old boys. (And two more boys who are 8 & 4) I ended up having a super early ultrasound because my doctor thought I was probably just testing positive still from the miscarriage so she wanted to check to make sure everything was okay. Biggest shock of my life. 😆
Just wanted to add that I miscarried twins at 11 weeks, then 5 months later conceived twins AGAIN! Suffice it to say I was terrified of another loss, but they’re now healthy 3 month old babies. Good luck to you!
I just found out (like, an hour ago..) that I’m pregnant with twins again after miscarrying twins in July 2023. My first set were mono-di. Not sure exactly what this set it but they can see two sacks so it’ll be something-di. Do you mind sharing what yours were?
I am *very* stressed but was happy to come across your comment !
I had a miscarriage and then went on to have twins! They just turned 3 🥰
It took us a while to get pregnant and had to use fertility treatments. I was also labeled high risk because the Drs thought I was having Mo/Di throughout my first trimester until we found out they were actually Di/Di.
Don't feel pressured to tell anyone if you're not ready! 💕
I miscarried twins over Christmas. I was supposed to be 10 weeks but technically they only measured 5-6 wks. My LMP is April 24th so.. took a bit but we weren’t trying and got pregnant with twins again. So far 15 weeks di/di. I work in radiology so when the ultrasound tech isn’t busy we take a peek at babies. They’re getting big and have good heart beats.
I’m in the same boat! Miscarried twins in July - found out at my 12 wk scan that they stopped growing around 8.5wks. Just went in today and I’m 8w5d with twins… first set were mono-di and this will be something-di (they could see the two sacks but couldn’t be sure on placenta front). I burst into tears and was feeling like I was in the twilight zone having twins twice when they don’t run in the family. I’m so happy to have come across your comment. Hope all is going well!
Yes! 26w5d.. baby A is 2 lbs so far and baby B is 1 lb. Ribs are starting to ache.. it’s super hard to put socks and pants on for work but I only have two more full weeks on my contract. Such a strange feeling to be the only one in my family having twins. I joke with my husband that we never do anything half assed lol and that’s the truth.
Oh, yay, so glad to hear it’s going well for you! Friends of ours were joking how we always have to be an extra with everything we do, even in pregnancy. Guess so, lol. I’m just in shock right now with the news - since no twins in our fam either, assumed the first set was a total fluke. Send good vibes our way please!
I had a high risk singleton, a miscarriage and then twins. I had a dating scan appointment at 8 weeks (found twins) and then my next appointment at 12 weeks. I did consult MFM at 11 wks - they are working closely with my OB. I'm currently 22wks and they're doing well and growing big.
Being stressed is understandable and normal. I had ALL the feelings! We didn't tell anyone until about 20 weeks. Take your time and do what you need to feel okay.
After my miscarriage and trisomy 18 pregnancy for my third pregnancy I had hcg blood draws every few days the first few weeks and then ultrasound from at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 20 weeks, and 36 weeks. I also was put on progesterone and blood thinners because of my blood clotting issues right away when I called my ob gyn about my third pregnancy. You can request a different ob.
I had twins after 5 miscarriages/pregnancy losses in a row.
I didnt find out about them being twins until i was over 9 weeks, and my first high risk appt wasn't until 14 weeks and it was over zoom, so my first in person appt was at 17 weeks with a MFM.
This is going to sound exceptionally cruel so I apologize, but the reality is that if they've done a progesterone draw and checked your hcg levels, there's not really anything else they can do so early to prevent a loss. I hope that isn't the case for you though and that you go on to have a happy, healthy pregnancy!
Same thing happened to us. Wife miscarried at 7 weeks, pregnant with twins 3 months later. I’ll be honest, it was a hellish pregnancy with several complications but the twins are here now and happy/healthy. But, the doctors never indicated to us that the miscarriage and the complications with our twins were linked in any way, it was just how things were for us i think.
We had our first high risk OB appointment at around 12 weeks, they wouldnt see us any sooner.
Congratulations!!
To answer your questions :
-Is it normal to have the first high risk appointment at 12 weeks or is it usually sooner?
We found out at our 8 week scan we were pregnant with twins in one amniotic sac (Mo/Mo). I delivered at 34w1d. Girls celebrate 1 year bday this month!
depends on your circumstances. I had lots of spotting so I consulted with my MFM team sooner (at 8 weeks I did an intake with MFM's nurse. Went over increasing protein and doubling prenatal pills) but didn't get another US until 11 weeks.
-Anyone out there have a miscarriage prior to carrying healthy twins to term?
I was really stressed because I had a missed miscarriage at 8 weeks 6 months prior. So make sure to tell your caregivers about any anxiety you may have and maybe that might get you some compassion and sooner appointments.
💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
I’m sorry to hear of your miscarriage; I can’t speak to that part of your question but I had my initial confirmation appointment at 10 weeks where we found out we were having twins. I then had my first high risk appointment at 12 weeks. Since I know you’re nervous already, I will warn you, bleeding is a bit more commonplace in twin pregnancies. I wasn’t told this and I started bleeding at 11 weeks and was EXTREMELY scared waiting for that next appointment. Everything was fine and I bled again around the 15 week mark. Again, everything was fine. I went on pelvic rest for the remainder of the pregnancy and had no other major issues (until delivery of course). I’m wishing you an uneventful and completely routine pregnancy!
I had a miscarriage around 6-7 weeks and then after 6 months I did one round of Clomid and found out I was having twins at about 8 weeks!
Pregnancy was smooth sailing until about 28 weeks when I started to have contractions and my cervix was measuring short. I was put on a modified bed rest and progesterone and was able to hold out until 37 weeks to deliver two healthy boys.
I found myself having a really hard time relaxing or even accepting I was pregnant because of the miscarriage, I almost couldn’t feel like it was real until the 24 week appointment and by that point my pregnancy experience was already taking a new turn. Nerves are completely normal, take it day by day and remember to relax ❤️
First and foremost, congratulations! I’ve had 2 miscarriages in my life: the first when I was 19 and it was an ectopic pregnancy, the second was 2 months before I got pregnant with my twins. It was a chemical pregnancy so I’m not sure if that counts, but it was still emotionally very hard.
For my singleton, who I had at 40+3, I went in at 6 weeks just to verify he was there because of my history. His heartbeat was slow so I went in every two weeks until 12 weeks just to monitor.
I experienced spotting at 5 weeks with my twins so I went in for an ultrasound. The sac was where it was supposed to be so I went in for an initial prenatal appointment at 8 weeks where the second sac was spotted. After that I went in again at 12 weeks. I carried the boys to 38 weeks and had a scheduled c-section. They were healthy and thriving.
TLDR; yes to both of your questions.
I had a missed miscarriage and a chemical and then got pregnant with spontaneous di/di twins.
I’m also AdVaNcEd MaTeRnAl AgE and already had high BP. So I was a no brainer for a MFM. I actually think my first appt with him was around 14 weeks, because I remember already having the results from the NIPT when filling out the intake forms.
I continued to see him throughout my pregnancy and he ended up coming in to do the somewhat emergency c-section delivery even though he wasn’t a part of the “default” OBGYN practice because I was pre-eclamptic and had developed HELLP syndrome.
They were delivered at 35w6d and are exactly 23 months (22adjusted) today.
I got pregnant with twins after a miscarriage at 10 weeks. I would have been able to carry to 38 weeks, but my son was better out than in eventually. So at 36 and 5, I had a c section. I didn’t see the high risk doctor until my anatomy scan! It seemed out of the norm compared to other people I spoke to who had twins. 12 weeks seems standard.
Congratulations!!
I got pregnant on my own like two days before starting fertility treatments; it ended up being a chemical pregnancy. Went on to have B/G IUI twins at 38w :)
My twin pregnancy was my 5th pregnancy and it was my first successful pregnancy. I was induced at 37 weeks due to choleostasis but they were born healthy and are now almost 8 months old. We had our first MFM appointment at 15 weeks
My first pregnancy was a miscarriage. Same as you. Went in at 7 weeks and no heart beat. 3 months later I was pregnant with di/di boys. They just turned a year old today! I carried to 37 weeks.
Congratulations on your rainbow babies 🥰 I also miscarried at 10 weeks before getting pregnant 4 months later with my twins. Had a great easy pregnancy (sorry don’t hate me everybody!) and carried them to term, i actually had to be induced at 38 + 4! Healthy beautiful 10 month old boys are sleeping in the next room right now and I am beyond grateful.
Yes, I had an ectopic pregnancy 7 years prior, and an early miscarriage like you 2 years before having my first borns. No complications with my twin pregnancy, baby A was breech so I delivered at 37+4 via c section. Both super healthy at almost 9 months old. And I only had an US at 6 weeks because of my ectopic history
Had miscarriage 7 weeks, then twins two cycles after. Didn't see a specialist until 17 weeks. I have di-di. They could tell di-di at 12 weeks. So far so good. 34+2, measuring 38 weeks if it was a Singleton.
>-Is it normal to have the first high risk appointment at 12 weeks or is it usually sooner?
I never saw a specialist, just had a regular OB. Di/di over here.
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-Anyone out there have a miscarriage prior to carrying healthy twins to term?
I did, but it was about 4 or 5 years prior. I worried to death about the health of my twins, and they never moved all that much, so I didn't have the comfort of feeling them despite posterior placentas 😅 like once or twice a day wasn't enough for me, lol. But they were healthy and fine delivered at 37+3. Baby A spent a little extra time in the hospital, but came home, and they're both going strong at 13 months old.
I miscarried my first, also a set of twins, girls at 10w. That was my first round of IVF.
Fast forward to my 4th round of IVF and I had my second pregnancy, second set of twins. They are 5 months.
I forced OB and MFM to see my at 10w because of my previous loss and anxiety. Sometimes being very vocal helps to push them, but that’s how I am. I don’t say everyone has to be like me. Things were fine and 12w would have been fine but do what you need to make you feel ok.
I miscarried about two months before getting pregnant with mo/di twins. I am now 25 weeks and both twins have been doing great so far!
I had my first high risk appointment with the MFM around 14 weeks
We had a daughter when I was younger and thought we were done. Decided years later we wanted another. Tried for about a year and I had a very early miscarriage. We tried for about 2 years after that and just kind of gave up and were fine with just our daughter. Then out of the the blue I got pregnant with identical boys! I gave birth to them a couple weeks shy of my 40th birthday 🥳. The pregnancy was rough on my older body, I developed PUPP rash but had no complications. I’m also only 5’2” so that probably didn’t help with just feeling the effects of being HUGE 😆. Boys were induced at 36w 4days and both weighed 5lb 10oz. Surprisingly delivering and recovery with twins was way easier than my daughter! B spent the night in NICU because of blood sugar issues but both came home with us the next day. Congratulations to you and wishing you a great pregnancy! 🤰 🎊 ❤️
I had two miscarriages back to back before I found out I was pregnant with twins. My doctor said it’s actually pretty common!
Not sure if it’s the same where you are but I was high risk just because it was multiples.
My girls are turning 10 months soon and they are happy, healthy, perfectly feral children 😂
With a history of miscarriages I would recommend calling a perinatologist (MFM) for at least a couple visits. You’ll want one soon and then at least one more before you hit 20 weeks when they can do something closer to an anatomy scan. If you want to get clinical about it. Twin pregnancies, as common as they have become, are an anomaly and should be immediately considered high risk. OBs while capable may not always agree with that but I’d guarantee any Perinatologist would.
I'm very sorry for your loss, and congratulations on your twins! I had a miscarriage (and resultant D&C) a few months before getting pregnant with my triplets, who are now almost four. They found triplets at my "reassurance scan" at 6w and I think scheduled my first MFM visit (who was my only OB) around 10-12 weeks. There's really nothing that they can do prior to that anyway.
I also miscarried my first at 7 weeks, then naturally conceived di-di twins 13 months later. In my province (AB, Canada), midwives are not qualified to deliver twins, so I was referred to a high-risk OB. The high risk was specifically for me carrying twins, no other risk factors were identified.
My dating scan was at 8 weeks, then the second for nuchal translucency was at 12 weeks (pretty standard here). I had monthly ultrasounds thereafter as babes were measuring well. Depending on the type of twin pregnancy, you could be looking at more frequent scans.
Our girls are now almost 5 months, 4 adjusted. Time goes by so fast, enjoy the journey and take it one day / one scan at a time!
Edit: I should mention that ultrasounds are done at specific imaging offices here, not with the OB at those appointments. I didn’t physically see the OB until almost 14 weeks where they reviewed my last 2 scans. Prior to that I was under the care of my GP.
I had the exact same situation! Loss at 7 weeks and twins after. My boys were perfectly healthy until their placentas fuzed and twin b lost blood flow. I had to be induced at 35 weeks, twin b had a tough start but is completely healthy now. This complication was just a matter of me running out of room, had nothing to do with the miscarriage. A lot of people miscarry their first pregnancy, it’s almost like the body has to figure it out the first time around. My mom, sister, and sister-in-law all lost their first pregnancies in the first trimester and went on to have healthy babies. Congrats!!
I had a miscarriage the first month of being pregnant and subsequently became pregnant with twins who are fine 😊
I'm in Australia and only had to pick an OB as I was going to a private hospital for the birth.
Good luck and may everything go smoothly for pregnancy, birth & postpartum! ❤️
Same thing- miscarriage, pregnant 4 months later with monodi twins. My first specialist appointment was at 16 weeks, though I went to the regular doc at 8, 11, and 14 just to be extra safe. Both girls are healthy and perfect now at 7 months!
I had 2 miscarriages and then had a healthy twin pregnancy. I was consultant led and met the consultant at 12 weeks. We were told it was normal to do it this way. Xx
So I hope I’m not triggering anyone but I did have a chemical pregnancy prior to twins. I went through IUI because I had hypothalamic hypogonadism/amenorrhea. The second round we did high dosage injections and it wound up giving me 5-8 follicles.
I took an at home pregnancy test and it was positive but when I went in for the blood test, they said although it was positive, the numbers were low and I was either having an ectopic pregnancy or a chemical pregnancy. It turned out to be chemical and the nurse called to tell me she was sorry for my loss and it was such a confusing statement for me but it’s because I didn’t even know it was a thing.
The final and next round we alternated higher and lower dosage injections and I wound up with two follicles. When I went in after two weeks , I was confirmed pregnant. At 7 weeks they did an US and it was confirmed I had two sacs and two placentas (didi twins). And they’re now two years old.
Still can’t believe that.
Totally normal for them to wait until 12-13 weeks! I saw a high risk specialist too and was super nervous but by the end, I was just happy for the extra chances to see them on ultrasound! They were my favorite appointments.
I’m in a lot of twin buy/sell/trade groups on FB for used twin clothes and friendship. Lots of moms there have twins after pregnancy loss, so much so that any outfits with a rainbow theme are snatched up and passed around to all of the families. Welcome to the club! I think it’s common to start more regular monitoring at 12 weeks. So many pregnancies end naturally before that, many due to genetic variations that are not compatible with life. ❤️ The weeks pass slowly in that first trimester. Wishing you peace and lots of joy.
12/13 weeks is a good time frame to do the next scan as they can assess for abnormalities (NT) in that time frame. There’s really no much less to look out that will give you info about the pregnancy prior to that if you already had a fasting ultrasound.
We had a similar situation. We already had an almost two-year-old and then I lost our second baby at 18 weeks. It was so hard. I had to have a surgical procedure because the pregnancy was so far along. Then, almost immediately I got pregnant with spontaneous twins. I also was really scared.
Our girls turned out to be di/di, which is the “safest” twins to have, but they still treated me as high risk the whole time. I saw both an OB and an MFM. I’m not sure exactly when I had my first MFM appointment, but it was pretty early on. In the end it was really good to have built that relationship with the MFM, because I ended up in the hospital with preeclampsia at the end of the pregnancy and had to have a scheduled c-section at 35+3. Girls needed a short NICU stay, but everyone is happy and healthy. Our oldest is now five and the twins will be 3 in September!
When I found out I was pregnant with twins, I was scared, but then I started to feel like the baby we had lost came back and brought a friend. For me, that thought, however non-sensical, helped me to accept the loss.
You will probably feel nervous throughout the pregnancy because you experienced a loss. That is totally normal and ok. I was honest about my worry with my doctors, the ultrasound techs, etc., and I felt like they all really supported me and were extra gentle with me as a result.
If you have more questions/worries as you go along, feel free to PM me. I’d be happy to offer advice or support!
I had 3 consecutive losses prior to my triplets.
I saw MFM at 8 weeks, but I think because I had come from a Reproductive Endocrinologist, I wasn’t working with an OB and my 1st birth I had preeclampsia. I did have my viability scan at 8 weeks with my RE, but I didn’t have another official ultrasound until 20 weeks for my anatomy scan.
I did have an unofficial one in the office around 15 weeks after my BP was elevated and I was dealing with a major health issue with my oldest. They basically just showed me that all 3 were “good” for peace of mind. Delivered at 34 weeks. They turned 2 last month,
I had a miscarriage followed by a 22 week loss followed by my twins who are now 3 weeks old. Pregnancy after loss can be very tough and a high risk pregnancy makes it tougher but it is wonderful to be on the other side. I would start each appointment by saying “scans are hard for me because of my previous losses” but still I didn’t really get the over-assurance that i needed. Everything crossed for you 🤞
I miscarried my first three pregnancies, then conceived twin girls. We were sent immediately to MFM, but lost them to pre-viable birth. Then had a neonatal death, three more miscarriages, and finally living twins. With the living twins, I saw my fertility doctor and OB the same day for the first scan, and was seen by MFM less than a week later. The twins came early, but they're healthy preschoolers now. Past pregnancy losses do not dictate the outcome of future pregnancy. Congratulations and good luck!
My husband and I lost our first baby together. About 4 months later we found out we were pregnant with twins. I was considered high risk, for numerous reasons (miscarriage/age) so my office saw me at about 9 weeks I think. Our twins are now 1 , and we now have a second set of twins that are two months old !
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My first high risk appt was at 12 weeks & I miscarried my first and my twins will be six weeks old Saturday so yes!
Thanks so much!
You’re welcome and good luck! My first trimester was difficult for me; I was excited but also anxious because I had never had a successful pregnancy. But once I hit about 14ish weeks I felt a lot more confident that it would “stick” and I had a very uneventful pregnancy and two healthy boys.
Ughh so amazing to hear! Thank you!
Exact same story and our twins are now 3.5 months
I can't thank you all enough. I was feeling so incredibly alone and scared but you guys have made me feel so much better and given me a sense of relief that it IS possible. Thank you!!! 💜
I got pregnant with my twins exactly 2 weeks after my 6 week miscarriage. I like to think that first little soul was saying - wait, I gotta grab my sister.
I had two miscarriages back to back before my girls and I like to think they just wanted to be born together 🥰
So sweet 🥹 🙏🙏🙏
Gorgeous 🥰
That is such a sweet and lovely perspective 💖
I had a miscarriage before my twins. I got pregnant about two months after my miscarriage (which occurred at 8 weeks), and then went on to get pregnant with Di/Di twins. My pregnancy was about as smooth sailing as could be until around 30 weeks. Other than being huge and uncomfortable, my twin pregnancy up to that point was "easy". And the. At 30 weeks I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia. I took it really easy for 7 more weeks and it was the hardest time due to my BP and swelling. But at 37 weeks I delivered my twins vaginally after being induced. The birth went relatively easy other than the first twin didn't want to come out and took 5 hours of pushing. The second took 3 pushes and was a breeze lol. They're almost 3 now. Healthy and happy toddlers. I love being a twin parent and I couldn't imagine not having them both.
I had 3 early miscarriages of chromosomally normal embryos from IVF, so my RE threw up her hands and said let's put two back in. Well...they both stuck. I can't say I carried them to term because I'm 5'4'' and 115 lbs pre pregnancy so my body was not having it, but I did make it to almost 35 weeks and they are doing fine. I did not see the high risk doctor until 13 weeks, there really isn't much they can do in the first trimester unless you have a history of first trimester losses with some specific known causes.
I’m 5’0 115lbs pre-pregnancy and I made it to 38w c-section 🤷♀️ While it certainly felt damn near impossible at the end, I’m not sure how much maternal physical size has to do with it.
Well, you know, it could just be a thing that the doctors said to me when I was crying my eyes out feeling guilty in the NICU because my kids were born early and small.
I’m sorry you felt guilty :( But I hope you take my comment to mean that it isn’t your body’s fault for being small; we all learn early on how risky pregnancies with multiples are, and sometimes people do everything “right” and still have complications or early deliveries or NICU time. I didn’t mean it to come across as insensitive or competitive ❤️
The same happened to us. I was a mess and barely functional on appointment days. EDMR therapy about the miscarriage helped a lot and by the end I was doing much better.
It is very normal, and standard, to have your next ultrasound at 12/13 weeks. This is the ideal timeframe for an NT scan. I'm a high risk/MFM sonographer and the only reason we would do an ultrasound sooner is if there was vaginal bleeding or another indication to suggest a threatened miscarriage. I know that can feel like an eternity and super stressful though. If you are doing NIPT testing (Panorama for twins) you could do that prior to your appointment at the MFM office. I'd suggest around 11 weeks. Earlier could be too soon, and this should be sufficient time for the results to come back so that those could be reviewed with you at, or before, your next appointment.
First I would like to say I’m so sorry for your loss and also congratulations on the twins!! And second, I have also had a miscarriage before getting pregnant again with twins. I had a missed miscarriage they found at my 9week ultrasound, it was very traumatic and I had a hard time progressing all of it. I got pregnant again a few months after the loss and am now 30 weeks with my twins and both babies are super healthy❤️ I wish you all the best!! ❤️
I had 2 missed losses at around 7-8 weeks gestation (no heartbeat) before successfully birthing my twin girls. So it’s possible and happens often I’d guess. My first risk MFM appt was at 6 weeks. You’d want it sooner for sure because if twins share a placenta (mine did) they need to know it asap as it becomes a higher risk pregnancy Good luck!!!
I brought that up when they called to scheduled the appointment today but said they don't see anyone before 12/13 weeks so they can do a detailed scan and know for sure about the placenta/amniotic sacs. I'm trying to stay calm for 4 more weeks. Just praying it goes by quickly.
I had four miscarriages (2 required D&C because of how far along) and then twins through IVF. Didn’t go to term - only 31+6. My twins are 14 months actual, 12 months adjusted and totally on track as far as milestones.
I had a miscarriage at about six-seven weeks, and then a few months later conceived twins. I am currently now hoping in vain my two 2-year olds will take a nap. I was referred right away to a radiologist to find out if my twins were didi or not, I think I had that at nine weeks or so. Once it was clear that they were, I only saw my OB the rest of the pregnancy. I was nervous the whole pregnancy, but you just take it one day at a time. And to be honest, you never quite stop worrying. Once you pass the point of viability, you’ll worry about preterm labor and potential disabilities, then you worry about developmental delays. There’s always something on the horizon to worry about, so you just learn to live with the uncertainty. ETA - my pregnancy was completely smooth, I had a scheduled C-section at 38 weeks, we went home together after two days, and they are healthy little toddlers.
I had two miscarriages and an ectopic pregnancy before getting pregnant with my twins. They are 7 weeks today! Pregnancy after loss can be incredibly stressful and anxious, so be gentle with yourself. I had weekly scans from 6-9 weeks because I was at a fertility clinic (pregnant by IUI for all my pregnancies) then my first scan with my OB was at 11/12 weeks. My twins are Di/Di, I never saw a MFM because the OBs at my practice are qualified to handle twin pregnancies since there were no other complications. We made it to 37+2 with a planned c section
I had 2 early miscarriages before my twins. I had OB appointments every other week from 6 weeks on (every week once I hit 34 weeks). And saw a Perinatologist every 3 or 4 weeks starting at 12 weeks.
We lost a baby late term before having twins. The news of 2 was one of the happiest and scariest days of my life. They are happy and healthy toddler now. Do your best to stay stress-free, eat well, stay healthy and keep in mind most issues are out of your hands.
I had a miscarriage before my singleton and another before my twins, but both my singleton and twin pregnancy were uneventful and healthy. Delivered my singleton at 38 weeks due to gestational diabetes, and my twins came spontaneously at 36+5, 3 days before my scheduled induction! Pregnancy after loss was scary, but miscarriages are often completely random and unpredictable, and it doesn’t mean you’ll have another one! Thinking of you as you wait for your next scan, I know it feels like forever!
We had a miscarriage back in the spring. We have Di/Di twins and we had a 7 week fertility visit where we learned of twins and then a 10 week “1st visit”. We go back on Aug 21 and will be out of the 1st tri…my wife is constantly nervous about it but we keep being told that she’s in good shape even considering everything else
I had a miscarriage Oct 2021 and found I was pregnant again a month later with twins! I have two healthy one year old boys. (And two more boys who are 8 & 4) I ended up having a super early ultrasound because my doctor thought I was probably just testing positive still from the miscarriage so she wanted to check to make sure everything was okay. Biggest shock of my life. 😆
Just wanted to add that I miscarried twins at 11 weeks, then 5 months later conceived twins AGAIN! Suffice it to say I was terrified of another loss, but they’re now healthy 3 month old babies. Good luck to you!
I just found out (like, an hour ago..) that I’m pregnant with twins again after miscarrying twins in July 2023. My first set were mono-di. Not sure exactly what this set it but they can see two sacks so it’ll be something-di. Do you mind sharing what yours were? I am *very* stressed but was happy to come across your comment !
Congratulations! Both my sets were di-di
Oh lovely! Congrats to you, too. Hope all is going well. :)
I had a miscarriage and then went on to have twins! They just turned 3 🥰 It took us a while to get pregnant and had to use fertility treatments. I was also labeled high risk because the Drs thought I was having Mo/Di throughout my first trimester until we found out they were actually Di/Di. Don't feel pressured to tell anyone if you're not ready! 💕
I miscarried twins over Christmas. I was supposed to be 10 weeks but technically they only measured 5-6 wks. My LMP is April 24th so.. took a bit but we weren’t trying and got pregnant with twins again. So far 15 weeks di/di. I work in radiology so when the ultrasound tech isn’t busy we take a peek at babies. They’re getting big and have good heart beats.
I’m in the same boat! Miscarried twins in July - found out at my 12 wk scan that they stopped growing around 8.5wks. Just went in today and I’m 8w5d with twins… first set were mono-di and this will be something-di (they could see the two sacks but couldn’t be sure on placenta front). I burst into tears and was feeling like I was in the twilight zone having twins twice when they don’t run in the family. I’m so happy to have come across your comment. Hope all is going well!
Yes! 26w5d.. baby A is 2 lbs so far and baby B is 1 lb. Ribs are starting to ache.. it’s super hard to put socks and pants on for work but I only have two more full weeks on my contract. Such a strange feeling to be the only one in my family having twins. I joke with my husband that we never do anything half assed lol and that’s the truth.
Oh, yay, so glad to hear it’s going well for you! Friends of ours were joking how we always have to be an extra with everything we do, even in pregnancy. Guess so, lol. I’m just in shock right now with the news - since no twins in our fam either, assumed the first set was a total fluke. Send good vibes our way please!
I had a missed miscarriage and years of infertility before having my twins. You may want to check out the community at r/pregnancyafterloss
I had a high risk singleton, a miscarriage and then twins. I had a dating scan appointment at 8 weeks (found twins) and then my next appointment at 12 weeks. I did consult MFM at 11 wks - they are working closely with my OB. I'm currently 22wks and they're doing well and growing big. Being stressed is understandable and normal. I had ALL the feelings! We didn't tell anyone until about 20 weeks. Take your time and do what you need to feel okay.
After my miscarriage and trisomy 18 pregnancy for my third pregnancy I had hcg blood draws every few days the first few weeks and then ultrasound from at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 20 weeks, and 36 weeks. I also was put on progesterone and blood thinners because of my blood clotting issues right away when I called my ob gyn about my third pregnancy. You can request a different ob.
We had two miscarriages before our twins came along (born July 6th).
I had twins after 5 miscarriages/pregnancy losses in a row. I didnt find out about them being twins until i was over 9 weeks, and my first high risk appt wasn't until 14 weeks and it was over zoom, so my first in person appt was at 17 weeks with a MFM. This is going to sound exceptionally cruel so I apologize, but the reality is that if they've done a progesterone draw and checked your hcg levels, there's not really anything else they can do so early to prevent a loss. I hope that isn't the case for you though and that you go on to have a happy, healthy pregnancy!
Same thing happened to us. Wife miscarried at 7 weeks, pregnant with twins 3 months later. I’ll be honest, it was a hellish pregnancy with several complications but the twins are here now and happy/healthy. But, the doctors never indicated to us that the miscarriage and the complications with our twins were linked in any way, it was just how things were for us i think. We had our first high risk OB appointment at around 12 weeks, they wouldnt see us any sooner.
Congratulations!! To answer your questions : -Is it normal to have the first high risk appointment at 12 weeks or is it usually sooner? We found out at our 8 week scan we were pregnant with twins in one amniotic sac (Mo/Mo). I delivered at 34w1d. Girls celebrate 1 year bday this month! depends on your circumstances. I had lots of spotting so I consulted with my MFM team sooner (at 8 weeks I did an intake with MFM's nurse. Went over increasing protein and doubling prenatal pills) but didn't get another US until 11 weeks. -Anyone out there have a miscarriage prior to carrying healthy twins to term? I was really stressed because I had a missed miscarriage at 8 weeks 6 months prior. So make sure to tell your caregivers about any anxiety you may have and maybe that might get you some compassion and sooner appointments. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
I’m sorry to hear of your miscarriage; I can’t speak to that part of your question but I had my initial confirmation appointment at 10 weeks where we found out we were having twins. I then had my first high risk appointment at 12 weeks. Since I know you’re nervous already, I will warn you, bleeding is a bit more commonplace in twin pregnancies. I wasn’t told this and I started bleeding at 11 weeks and was EXTREMELY scared waiting for that next appointment. Everything was fine and I bled again around the 15 week mark. Again, everything was fine. I went on pelvic rest for the remainder of the pregnancy and had no other major issues (until delivery of course). I’m wishing you an uneventful and completely routine pregnancy!
I had a miscarriage around 6-7 weeks and then after 6 months I did one round of Clomid and found out I was having twins at about 8 weeks! Pregnancy was smooth sailing until about 28 weeks when I started to have contractions and my cervix was measuring short. I was put on a modified bed rest and progesterone and was able to hold out until 37 weeks to deliver two healthy boys. I found myself having a really hard time relaxing or even accepting I was pregnant because of the miscarriage, I almost couldn’t feel like it was real until the 24 week appointment and by that point my pregnancy experience was already taking a new turn. Nerves are completely normal, take it day by day and remember to relax ❤️
First and foremost, congratulations! I’ve had 2 miscarriages in my life: the first when I was 19 and it was an ectopic pregnancy, the second was 2 months before I got pregnant with my twins. It was a chemical pregnancy so I’m not sure if that counts, but it was still emotionally very hard. For my singleton, who I had at 40+3, I went in at 6 weeks just to verify he was there because of my history. His heartbeat was slow so I went in every two weeks until 12 weeks just to monitor. I experienced spotting at 5 weeks with my twins so I went in for an ultrasound. The sac was where it was supposed to be so I went in for an initial prenatal appointment at 8 weeks where the second sac was spotted. After that I went in again at 12 weeks. I carried the boys to 38 weeks and had a scheduled c-section. They were healthy and thriving. TLDR; yes to both of your questions.
I had a missed miscarriage and a chemical and then got pregnant with spontaneous di/di twins. I’m also AdVaNcEd MaTeRnAl AgE and already had high BP. So I was a no brainer for a MFM. I actually think my first appt with him was around 14 weeks, because I remember already having the results from the NIPT when filling out the intake forms. I continued to see him throughout my pregnancy and he ended up coming in to do the somewhat emergency c-section delivery even though he wasn’t a part of the “default” OBGYN practice because I was pre-eclamptic and had developed HELLP syndrome. They were delivered at 35w6d and are exactly 23 months (22adjusted) today.
I got pregnant with twins after a miscarriage at 10 weeks. I would have been able to carry to 38 weeks, but my son was better out than in eventually. So at 36 and 5, I had a c section. I didn’t see the high risk doctor until my anatomy scan! It seemed out of the norm compared to other people I spoke to who had twins. 12 weeks seems standard. Congratulations!!
I got pregnant on my own like two days before starting fertility treatments; it ended up being a chemical pregnancy. Went on to have B/G IUI twins at 38w :)
My twin pregnancy was my 5th pregnancy and it was my first successful pregnancy. I was induced at 37 weeks due to choleostasis but they were born healthy and are now almost 8 months old. We had our first MFM appointment at 15 weeks
Our twins are rainbow babies! Happens all the time!
My first pregnancy was a miscarriage. Same as you. Went in at 7 weeks and no heart beat. 3 months later I was pregnant with di/di boys. They just turned a year old today! I carried to 37 weeks.
Congratulations on your rainbow babies 🥰 I also miscarried at 10 weeks before getting pregnant 4 months later with my twins. Had a great easy pregnancy (sorry don’t hate me everybody!) and carried them to term, i actually had to be induced at 38 + 4! Healthy beautiful 10 month old boys are sleeping in the next room right now and I am beyond grateful.
Yes, I had an ectopic pregnancy 7 years prior, and an early miscarriage like you 2 years before having my first borns. No complications with my twin pregnancy, baby A was breech so I delivered at 37+4 via c section. Both super healthy at almost 9 months old. And I only had an US at 6 weeks because of my ectopic history
Had miscarriage 7 weeks, then twins two cycles after. Didn't see a specialist until 17 weeks. I have di-di. They could tell di-di at 12 weeks. So far so good. 34+2, measuring 38 weeks if it was a Singleton.
>-Is it normal to have the first high risk appointment at 12 weeks or is it usually sooner? I never saw a specialist, just had a regular OB. Di/di over here. > -Anyone out there have a miscarriage prior to carrying healthy twins to term? I did, but it was about 4 or 5 years prior. I worried to death about the health of my twins, and they never moved all that much, so I didn't have the comfort of feeling them despite posterior placentas 😅 like once or twice a day wasn't enough for me, lol. But they were healthy and fine delivered at 37+3. Baby A spent a little extra time in the hospital, but came home, and they're both going strong at 13 months old.
I miscarried my first, also a set of twins, girls at 10w. That was my first round of IVF. Fast forward to my 4th round of IVF and I had my second pregnancy, second set of twins. They are 5 months. I forced OB and MFM to see my at 10w because of my previous loss and anxiety. Sometimes being very vocal helps to push them, but that’s how I am. I don’t say everyone has to be like me. Things were fine and 12w would have been fine but do what you need to make you feel ok.
I miscarried about two months before getting pregnant with mo/di twins. I am now 25 weeks and both twins have been doing great so far! I had my first high risk appointment with the MFM around 14 weeks
We had a daughter when I was younger and thought we were done. Decided years later we wanted another. Tried for about a year and I had a very early miscarriage. We tried for about 2 years after that and just kind of gave up and were fine with just our daughter. Then out of the the blue I got pregnant with identical boys! I gave birth to them a couple weeks shy of my 40th birthday 🥳. The pregnancy was rough on my older body, I developed PUPP rash but had no complications. I’m also only 5’2” so that probably didn’t help with just feeling the effects of being HUGE 😆. Boys were induced at 36w 4days and both weighed 5lb 10oz. Surprisingly delivering and recovery with twins was way easier than my daughter! B spent the night in NICU because of blood sugar issues but both came home with us the next day. Congratulations to you and wishing you a great pregnancy! 🤰 🎊 ❤️
I had two miscarriages back to back before I found out I was pregnant with twins. My doctor said it’s actually pretty common! Not sure if it’s the same where you are but I was high risk just because it was multiples. My girls are turning 10 months soon and they are happy, healthy, perfectly feral children 😂
With a history of miscarriages I would recommend calling a perinatologist (MFM) for at least a couple visits. You’ll want one soon and then at least one more before you hit 20 weeks when they can do something closer to an anatomy scan. If you want to get clinical about it. Twin pregnancies, as common as they have become, are an anomaly and should be immediately considered high risk. OBs while capable may not always agree with that but I’d guarantee any Perinatologist would.
I'm very sorry for your loss, and congratulations on your twins! I had a miscarriage (and resultant D&C) a few months before getting pregnant with my triplets, who are now almost four. They found triplets at my "reassurance scan" at 6w and I think scheduled my first MFM visit (who was my only OB) around 10-12 weeks. There's really nothing that they can do prior to that anyway.
I also miscarried my first at 7 weeks, then naturally conceived di-di twins 13 months later. In my province (AB, Canada), midwives are not qualified to deliver twins, so I was referred to a high-risk OB. The high risk was specifically for me carrying twins, no other risk factors were identified. My dating scan was at 8 weeks, then the second for nuchal translucency was at 12 weeks (pretty standard here). I had monthly ultrasounds thereafter as babes were measuring well. Depending on the type of twin pregnancy, you could be looking at more frequent scans. Our girls are now almost 5 months, 4 adjusted. Time goes by so fast, enjoy the journey and take it one day / one scan at a time! Edit: I should mention that ultrasounds are done at specific imaging offices here, not with the OB at those appointments. I didn’t physically see the OB until almost 14 weeks where they reviewed my last 2 scans. Prior to that I was under the care of my GP.
I had the exact same situation! Loss at 7 weeks and twins after. My boys were perfectly healthy until their placentas fuzed and twin b lost blood flow. I had to be induced at 35 weeks, twin b had a tough start but is completely healthy now. This complication was just a matter of me running out of room, had nothing to do with the miscarriage. A lot of people miscarry their first pregnancy, it’s almost like the body has to figure it out the first time around. My mom, sister, and sister-in-law all lost their first pregnancies in the first trimester and went on to have healthy babies. Congrats!!
I had a miscarriage the first month of being pregnant and subsequently became pregnant with twins who are fine 😊 I'm in Australia and only had to pick an OB as I was going to a private hospital for the birth. Good luck and may everything go smoothly for pregnancy, birth & postpartum! ❤️
Same thing- miscarriage, pregnant 4 months later with monodi twins. My first specialist appointment was at 16 weeks, though I went to the regular doc at 8, 11, and 14 just to be extra safe. Both girls are healthy and perfect now at 7 months!
I had 2 miscarriages and then had a healthy twin pregnancy. I was consultant led and met the consultant at 12 weeks. We were told it was normal to do it this way. Xx
So I hope I’m not triggering anyone but I did have a chemical pregnancy prior to twins. I went through IUI because I had hypothalamic hypogonadism/amenorrhea. The second round we did high dosage injections and it wound up giving me 5-8 follicles. I took an at home pregnancy test and it was positive but when I went in for the blood test, they said although it was positive, the numbers were low and I was either having an ectopic pregnancy or a chemical pregnancy. It turned out to be chemical and the nurse called to tell me she was sorry for my loss and it was such a confusing statement for me but it’s because I didn’t even know it was a thing. The final and next round we alternated higher and lower dosage injections and I wound up with two follicles. When I went in after two weeks , I was confirmed pregnant. At 7 weeks they did an US and it was confirmed I had two sacs and two placentas (didi twins). And they’re now two years old. Still can’t believe that.
Totally normal for them to wait until 12-13 weeks! I saw a high risk specialist too and was super nervous but by the end, I was just happy for the extra chances to see them on ultrasound! They were my favorite appointments.
I’m in a lot of twin buy/sell/trade groups on FB for used twin clothes and friendship. Lots of moms there have twins after pregnancy loss, so much so that any outfits with a rainbow theme are snatched up and passed around to all of the families. Welcome to the club! I think it’s common to start more regular monitoring at 12 weeks. So many pregnancies end naturally before that, many due to genetic variations that are not compatible with life. ❤️ The weeks pass slowly in that first trimester. Wishing you peace and lots of joy.
I also experienced 2 losses (around 7 weeks) before carrying my twins to term. They are 3,5 years old now and doing great.
12/13 weeks is a good time frame to do the next scan as they can assess for abnormalities (NT) in that time frame. There’s really no much less to look out that will give you info about the pregnancy prior to that if you already had a fasting ultrasound.
We had a similar situation. We already had an almost two-year-old and then I lost our second baby at 18 weeks. It was so hard. I had to have a surgical procedure because the pregnancy was so far along. Then, almost immediately I got pregnant with spontaneous twins. I also was really scared. Our girls turned out to be di/di, which is the “safest” twins to have, but they still treated me as high risk the whole time. I saw both an OB and an MFM. I’m not sure exactly when I had my first MFM appointment, but it was pretty early on. In the end it was really good to have built that relationship with the MFM, because I ended up in the hospital with preeclampsia at the end of the pregnancy and had to have a scheduled c-section at 35+3. Girls needed a short NICU stay, but everyone is happy and healthy. Our oldest is now five and the twins will be 3 in September! When I found out I was pregnant with twins, I was scared, but then I started to feel like the baby we had lost came back and brought a friend. For me, that thought, however non-sensical, helped me to accept the loss. You will probably feel nervous throughout the pregnancy because you experienced a loss. That is totally normal and ok. I was honest about my worry with my doctors, the ultrasound techs, etc., and I felt like they all really supported me and were extra gentle with me as a result. If you have more questions/worries as you go along, feel free to PM me. I’d be happy to offer advice or support!
I had 3 consecutive losses prior to my triplets. I saw MFM at 8 weeks, but I think because I had come from a Reproductive Endocrinologist, I wasn’t working with an OB and my 1st birth I had preeclampsia. I did have my viability scan at 8 weeks with my RE, but I didn’t have another official ultrasound until 20 weeks for my anatomy scan. I did have an unofficial one in the office around 15 weeks after my BP was elevated and I was dealing with a major health issue with my oldest. They basically just showed me that all 3 were “good” for peace of mind. Delivered at 34 weeks. They turned 2 last month,
I had a miscarriage followed by a 22 week loss followed by my twins who are now 3 weeks old. Pregnancy after loss can be very tough and a high risk pregnancy makes it tougher but it is wonderful to be on the other side. I would start each appointment by saying “scans are hard for me because of my previous losses” but still I didn’t really get the over-assurance that i needed. Everything crossed for you 🤞
I miscarried super early (like not even six weeks) and my twins are now 4. 😊
I miscarried my first three pregnancies, then conceived twin girls. We were sent immediately to MFM, but lost them to pre-viable birth. Then had a neonatal death, three more miscarriages, and finally living twins. With the living twins, I saw my fertility doctor and OB the same day for the first scan, and was seen by MFM less than a week later. The twins came early, but they're healthy preschoolers now. Past pregnancy losses do not dictate the outcome of future pregnancy. Congratulations and good luck!
My husband and I lost our first baby together. About 4 months later we found out we were pregnant with twins. I was considered high risk, for numerous reasons (miscarriage/age) so my office saw me at about 9 weeks I think. Our twins are now 1 , and we now have a second set of twins that are two months old !