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Twin Pregnancy 20 To 24 Weeks


twins in utero By the end of this stage, each twin will weigh in at about a pound-and-a-half and measure around 12 inches. They are covered in downy hair called lanugo, as well as a cheesy coating of vernix (thought to protect the delicate new skin). They are typically seen in the traditional fetal position via ultrasound. They are developing a smidgen of fat under their otherwise red, wrinkled skin and their fingerprints and footprints have formed too.




What You May Be Experiencing


With your rapidly expanding uterus you may well notice the start of stretch marks. Some women will also experience "the mask of pregnancy" (chloasma) which is a brownish discoloration commonly appearing on the forehead, cheeks, upper lip and chin. You may start to feel warmer than usual due to the increase in your resting metabolic rate. Anemia (low iron in the blood) and leg cramping frequently develop during this time as well. Your growing babies are constantly jostling for position, so you should be able to feel their movements daily.



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