by KatrinaBowman (Author)
When Louise and Katrina discovered they were having twins, both had the same thought once they recovered from the shock: buy a book that explains what to expect in order to get organised and to prepare emotionally and physically for the anticipated upheaval to their lives. When they couldn't find such a text, they decided to write it themselves. Based on extensive research as well as their own and other twin parents' experiences of pregnancy, birth and twin toddlers, Katrina and Louise offer sound practical advice that is backed up by medical practitioners and health professionals where relevant. Detailed information with user-friendly explanations of medical jargon is peppered with amusing and moving stories of catastrophe, chaos and coping. There are at-a-glance hints and survival tips at the end of each chapter and easy-reference tables of information throughout. The number of multiple births is rapidly increasing due to IVF and the older age range of new mothers. More people are having twins (or multiples) than ever before. This is the book they have to have.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 368
Edition: 2
Publisher: No Imprint
Published: 01 Feb 2007
ISBN 10: 1741146534
ISBN 13: 9781741146530
Book Overview: The first edition of this book, published in 2002, has sold 6000 copies. It is recommended reading at multiple birth centres across Australia. With a new chapter on triplets and updated information, this is still the only generally available text on having twins. In 2005, approximately 5000 births in Australia and New Zealand will be twins or triplets, suggesting a ready-made market in those who are pregnant or who have multiple babies or toddlers. In a similar way to Kaz Cooke's 'Up the Duff', the advice is honest and helpful, written by two women who know exactly what new twin mothers need to know. A thorough index and an updated 'Where to get help' section for Australia and New Zealand mean that time-challenged new twin parents can easily find what they need to know.