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This Web Site offers information regarding multiple births. It includes pregnancy and post-natal information and, from the point of view of new parents, it attempts to address some of your questions and concerns.

Although a joyous time, there are sometimes risks in multiple births. Hence this Web Site also offers bereavement support for parents who have lost one, more or all of their multiple birth children during pregnancy or in infancy.

I have been a multiple birth educator over 20 years. As a mother of three daughters, including dizygotic twins and a singleton 22 months their elder, I have shared this exciting path with you.

Note: Lynda honoured by United Way(click here)
Lynda was recently recognized by United Way and Success by 6 in Ottawa for over 24 years of providing support to families with multiples, and for over 14 years of working with the Ottawa Coalition for the Prevention of Low Birth Weight (LBW) in working to prevent preterm and low birth weight babies. She has been the Chair of the LBW Committee for the past 5 years. Check out the Low Birth Weight Prevention Site at www.lbwinfo.ca 

Starting Points:

"What do I need to know before my babies are born?"
"I've given birth to multiples! Now what are the issues?"

Recent Updates:

Apr 29, 2009 A new article is now available: Multiple Birth Increases Postpartum Depression Risk
Mar 29, 2009 A new article is now available: Multiples in School: Parent Tips
Mar 29, 2009 A new article is now available: Multiples in School: A Guide for Educators
Feb 07, 2009 A new article is now available: Weaning Multiples
Aug 29, 2008 A new article is now available: We’re Bored!!! Rainy Day Entertainment Ideas
Aug 04, 2008 A new article is now available: 11 Tips for Breastfeeding Multiples
Mar 28, 2008 A new article is now available: Vanishing Twin and Multifetal Pregnancy Reduction
Feb 01, 2008 A new section is now available: Book & DVD Reviews


Additionally:

  • Information on Speaking engagements
  • Ottawa area multiple births prenatal classes.
  • Read some of the feedback I've received




  • Kristin & Stephanie of Ottawa

    Multiple Births Prenatal Classes Needed in Your Area?
    Do you have families in your local area expecting twins, triplets or more and would like to offer them Multiple Birth Prenatal Classes?

    Lynda is available for one or two-day Multiple Birth Prenatal Classes, as your clients might need. The class content would include: what to expect at delivery, signs & symptoms of premature labour, Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, nutritional needs during pregnancy, safety issues with multiple toddlers, getting them on the same schedule, breastfeeding issues (with a 16 minute video), Dad/Partner's Role, preparing singleton siblings for their arrival and much more! Loads of handouts are included covering such issues as Zygosity Testing, spending time on Bedrest, Multiple Birth Facts & Figures, Multiple Birth Terminology, stroller purchasing and more.

    If this sounds like something you might like to offer in your area, please contact Lynda at haddon@istar.ca or (613)267-6754 or (613)722-3325 for more information.
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