Books for Twins and multiples related

Twin - twin transfusion syndrome
Twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) can lead to high rates of perinatal morbidity and mortality. A perplexing and controversial entity, significant advances have been made in the last decade in the understanding, diagnosis and management of TTTS. Edited by Dr. Rubén Quintero, this unique text - the only one available on this important subject - summarizes the current knowledge on the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of TTTS. With contributions from leading international authorities and a wealth of know-how material, the book is a must-have for all physicians involved in the care of TTTS patients, as it offers a wealth of data and technical information, contributions from pioneers in the field, and coverage of historical aspects, ethics, epidemiology, computer models, ultrasound assessment and management, and neurological outcomes, evidence-based management, and organizational and nursing topics.
ISBN - 9781842142981
A silent cry - wombtwin survivors tell their story
A collection of seventy poignant personal stories written by wombtwin survivors - that is, the sole survivors of a twin or multiple pregnancy. Edited by Althea Hayton, with a foreword by Elizabeth Noble, author of "Primal Connections" and expert on pre-natal psychotherapy. These stories, published anonymously, reveal that the loss of a twin before birth leave a marked impression on the survivor. They describe some of the physical signs that there was once a twin, such as a fetus papyraceous or an ultrasound image of two sacs. They also reveal that there is a deep psychological effect on the surviving twin which takes many forms, including a sense of something missing, imaginary friends and feeling strangely alone, even among friends. The longer stories describe a long and difficult journey in search of healing - a journey that ends with a ritual of letting go. The anthology includes a glossary and Althea's personal story as an epilogue, for she is a wombtwin survivor herself. Of interest to wombtwin survivors, their families and experts in multiple birth and twinning; essential reading for therapists who have wombtwin survivors among their patients or clients and important material for any psychotherapist interested in pre-birth influences on human psychology. Psychologists and students of philosophy who wish to learn about pre-birth memories and how they may be influencing adult behaviours, will find in these stories fresh insights and astonishing new ideas. It will be hard for most of the population at large to discern whether these stories are wise or simply weird. Is this idea of a "psychological effect" a matter of fact or un-scientific foolishness? Are these stories authentic or absurd? Meanwhile, as the world debates, wombtwin survivors will rejoice that at last their story is told and their cries are no longer silent.
ISBN - 9780955780806
Untwinned - Perspectives on the death of a twin before birth
An anthology of twenty chapters about the death of a twin before birth from a variety of perspectives. A comprehensive treatment of the subject, including current, ground-breaking research into the death of a twin, both at birth and before, plus stories and poetry written by the survivors themselves. Of interest to parents, psychologists, therapists, and anyone who knew the death of their twin before birth. Some of these chapters will be of interest to pregnant women who have experienced vanishing twin phenomenon. Psychologists studying the possible pre-birth origins of various psychological conditions will find the case studies in this book very enlightening. It seems that we all carry some vague impressions of our life in the womb, but surviving twins have an important story to tell. The editor is director of Wombtwin.com, an internet- based research project into the psychological effect on the surviving twin of experiencing the death of one s co-twin before or at birth. She provides information, help and psychological support for the sole survivors of twin or multiple pregnancies known as wombtwin survivors . This book is a collection of material gathered during her research and includes two case studies illustrating her work. To suggest that one may carry in mind throughout life some impression of a stillborn co-twin may seem reasonable, but if a co-twin was lost many months before birth, this may seem at first glance to be misguided or even absurd. Nevertheless, she has made such a claim, and this book explains why.

ISBN-10 - 0952565498

ISBN-13 - 9780952565499
The lone twin - understanding twin bereavement and loss
This text takes the reader through the closeness of being a twin, including its negative aspects and their need to be different to one another. But what happens when twins are separated, especially by death? The text examines death and bereavement of twins, including the parental attitudes to the surviving twin, the surviving twin's guilt, coping, bereavement in childhood and adulthood. The book also covers the psychological effects in later life for children who lost their twin at birth. Throughout, the book is illustrated by the words of lone twins themselves.
ISBN - 1853433748
A different kind of mother - surviving the loss of my twins
This is a wonderful source for any parent that has suffered the loss of one or more babies. It's a great story about love, loss, grieving, and healing. This book is a wonderful dedication & devotion of love to Chrstine's children. Even though her children aren't physically with her, her book positively shows the love she has for them. She is a very loving and caring mother, and her sons must be very proud of her! Besides being a great mom, Christine is a great friend and supporter of many parents suffering similar losses.
ISBN - 0759681880