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- November 7, 2015
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Fascinating fun facts about twins that will blow your mind!
In the past, moments of running across a set of twins was few and far between. Today they are more common than ever before. The twin birth rate in the U.S. is close to one in thirty-one births, almost a 40% increase since the 1980’s. There are a couple of reasons that we have seen this steady increase of multiples over the years.
First, we are seeing mothers having their children later in life. Busy lives due to career or choosing to settle down later in life have led women to put the stork on hold. As people get older, there are hormonal changes that happen within your body. For women, these hormonal changes mean that there body is more likely to release more than one egg at a time during ovulation. Meaning that there’s a chance that both of those eggs could be fertilized.
Another reason is that we have seen an increase of sophistication in the medical field for parents who are not able to have children on their own. Assisted reproductive technology or ART has helped women conceive, but sometimes they get more than they bargained for. In vitro fertilization, which accounts for 99% of assisted reproductive technology, is when the egg is fertilized outside of the body and then placed back in the uterus. Depending on the number of embryos that are placed back into the womb, the likelihood of women having multiple children is anywhere from 20-40%.
Of course, there are genetic factors that contribute in the production of multiple children. There are cases where younger women carry a gene that cause her to hyper-ovulate. More than one egg is released during “that time of the month,” and so multiple eggs can be fertilized. This gene can even be passed on to their young. Circumstances like race, family history of twins, the number of pregnancies a woman has had and even body type additionally play roles in the possibility of giving birth to twins.
What is “delayed interval delivery” in twins?
10 Amazing Facts About Twins
Twins are a rare and fascinating phenomenon that has captivated people for centuries. It is estimated that around 1 in every 250 pregnancies results in twins, making them a relatively uncommon occurrence. Here are 10 amazing facts about twins that you may not have known.
1. Twins can communicate in their own language: twins often develop their own unique language, known as “twin language” or “idioglossia.” While the language is not understood by others, twins communicate with each other fluently in this language.
2. Twins can have different fathers: it is possible for twins to have different fathers if two eggs are fertilized by two different sperm from different men during the same ovulation period.
3. Twins can have different birthdays: if twins are born just before midnight and after midnight, they may have different birthdays, even if they were born just minutes apart.
4. Twins can be born months apart: if one twin is born prematurely, it is possible for the other twin to remain in the womb for weeks or months longer. This phenomenon is known as “delayed interval delivery.”
5. Twins can have different skin colors: twins can have different skin colors if they have different racial backgrounds. This can happen if one twin inherits more genes from one parent than the other.
6. Twins can have different genders: it is possible for twins to be of different genders if they are fraternal twins. Fraternal twins are the result of two different eggs being fertilized by different sperm.
7. Twins have a higher likelihood of being left-handed: studies show that twins are more likely to be left-handed than single-born individuals.
8. Twins can be born at different weights: twins can be born at very different weights if there is a problem with the placenta or if one twin is healthier than the other.
9. Twins have a higher likelihood of having multiple births: twins have a higher likelihood of having multiple births themselves, even though multiple births are relatively rare. This is due to genetic factors and the fact that their bodies may be more susceptible to releasing multiple eggs during ovulation.
10. Twins have a unique bond: twins often have a unique bond that is difficult for others to understand. They have shared experiences and memories that no one else can fully comprehend, which can create a strong connection between them.
In conclusion, twins are fascinating and unique individuals who have a special place in many people’s hearts. They can communicate in their own language, have different fathers, birthdays, and skin colors, and even be born months apart. They are more likely to be left-handed, have different weights at birth, and have multiple births themselves. With their special bond and shared experiences, twins continue to captivate and amaze people around the world.
