"Twinless Twin", Surviving Co-multiple(s), Lone Twin, all of these terms have been used to describe a co-multiple(s) whom has survived his or her multiple birth siblings. The death of a co-multiple could have occurred in utero, through a stillbirth, in early infancy, by an accident, murder, suicide, illness or natural causes. The effect of a multiple birth sibling loss on the survivor(s) has only recently been researched and acknowledgement made that this type of loss may be more difficult for the survivor than the loss of a spouse. After all, multiples have been together since conception and share a unique bond and lifestyle journey that majority of us do not. Changing "we" into "I" is not an easy transition for survivors. It is important to not only recognize that this loss is unique, but that it also requires unique skills for supporting and assisting survivors.

From time to time I am approached by surviving co-multiples whom would like to connect with other survivors.  If you would like to connect with other survivors, please send me an e-mail at haddon@istar.ca  Please include your age, age at loss, type of loss (e.g. illness, accident, stillborn, etc.) , whether you are male/female and that of your co-multiple(s).  I will do my best to connect you.

If you are a multiple birth survivor and would like to share your story, please send me an email and let me know about how your loss has affected you. By sharing your story, it may be possible to help other surviving co-multiples with their grief journey. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss...