Multiple Births

Identical twins are formed from a single fertilized egg that splits into two, resulting in two genetically identical individuals. Fraternal twins, on the other hand, develop from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells and are therefore no more genetically similar than siblings born at different times.

The chances of having twins can be influenced by genetics, but it's not guaranteed. In this scenario, with multiple twins in the family, there may be a slightly higher likelihood of having twins due to a genetic predisposition, but it's not definite. Other factors like age, ethnicity, and lifestyle also play a role in the likelihood of having twins.

No, twins do not inherit an extra chromosome from one parent. Twins are formed when a single fertilized egg splits into two embryos (identical twins) or when two separate eggs are fertilized by two separate sperm (fraternal twins). Each twin receives chromosomes from both parents in the usual way.

Conjoined twins can share certain structures in the brain, such as the thalamus or portions of the cerebral cortex, but they have distinct personalities and identities. They may also have separate thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Collaboration between their brains allows for unique cognitive functions and abilities.

Yes, conjoined twins can be different genders if they develop from fertilized eggs that did not fully separate during early development. This rare occurrence is known as dizygotic (fraternal) conjoined twins.

The death of an identical twin in the womb may be caused by developmental or genetic defects in both members of the twin pair, but one twin fares rather better than the other and makes it to birth alive, as a womb twin survivor. The death of a fraternal womb twin in the womb may be caused by developmental anomalies/genetic defects in the womb twin while the womb twin survivor is developing normally and does not share the same genes.

After one womb twin dies later in the pregnancy and there is one placenta, or the two placentas have fused, there is a risk of twin embolisation syndrome in the womb twin survivor, which can cause brain damage to the survivor if delivery is delayed. To avoid this risk, the premature birth of the survivor is considered an appropriate solution.

In short, there is a slight possibility of damage to the survivor, but the loss of a womb twin is very common, affecting at least 10% of pregnancies, while the birth of a child with defects is relatively rare.

There is no scientific evidence to support the concept of twin telepathy. Identical twins may share a closer bond due to their genetic similarity, but telepathy, which involves communication without physical senses, has not been proven to occur more frequently in identical twins compared to fraternal twins or any other siblings.

No, if one Siamese twin drinks alcohol, it does not directly affect the other twin. They have separate circulatory systems and organs, so the effects of alcohol consumption would only affect the individual who drank it.

Yes, Dylan and Cole Sprouse are identical twins. They are both actors and are best known for their roles in various movies and TV shows from their childhood, such as "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody."

Twins can be fraternal (resulting from two separate eggs being fertilized by two sperm) or identical (resulting from a single fertilized egg splitting into two embryos). Factors such as genetics, maternal age, and assisted reproductive technology can influence the likelihood of having twins.

The likelihood of a mother having two sets of twins is rare and depends on various factors such as genetics and chance. Identical twins are not genetic, so it's mainly fraternal twins that can run in families and increase the chance of having multiple sets. However, the odds of having two sets of twins are still very low.

Yes, fraternal twins result from the fertilization of two separate eggs by two different sperm cells. Each twin has its own genetic makeup, which can lead to differences in physical characteristics and traits.

There are two primary types of twins, Identical and Fraternal.

Identical twins occur when the egg splits after fertilization. To date no indication of a genetic link has been found. Anyone has a chance, though small, of having identical twins.

Fraternal twins occur when more than one egg is dropped during ovulation. This trait can be inherited from the mother's side of the family. Studies have shown that the chances are also increased by being overweight or older.

Conjoined twins are very rare, occurring in about 1 in every 200,000 live births. The exact frequency can vary by region and population.

Some myths about conjoined twins include that they have separate personalities, that they can feel each other's pain, and that they have telepathic communication. In reality, conjoined twins are individuals with their own thoughts and feelings, each with their own unique identity. They have separate nervous systems, so they do not feel physical sensations experienced by their twin.

In Sims 3, having triplets is a rare occurrence and mostly based on random chance. However, there are a few things you can do to slightly increase the odds, such as having the mother eat 3 watermelons during pregnancy or using the fertility treatment lifetime reward. Overall, it largely depends on luck and the game's random number generation.

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Typically, a woman can only carry one baby in her uterus at a time. In rare cases, a woman may carry multiples, such as twins or triplets, which occur when multiple eggs are fertilized during the same cycle. These situations are usually identified through ultrasound scans during prenatal care.

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Chances are very good.. They say that something like 75% of women who have a miscarriage go on to have healthy, normal pregnancies. Check out this article on trying to conceive after a miscarriage: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/752151/resources_and_ideas_for_those_trying.html

== You can see the hearbeat at your FIRST ultrasound appointment.....it won't look like much, just a bright, very fast flutter on the screen, but alas that is your "little one"! My wife and I saw our baby's heart beat with a transvaginal probe a little less than 4 weeks after conception, which is considered 5-6 weeks gestation.

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