Our Multiple Birth Factsheet has been updated to reflect the latest UK birth statistics for 2022. The data shows an increase in the rates of twins and triplets compared to 2021. For more details, please refer to sway.cloud.microsoft/q4bnlCL…

The Elizabeth Bryan Multiple Births Centre is a research partnership between Birmingham City University and the Multiple Births Foundation that has developed an international reputation for educating and advising healthcare professionals in the specialist needs of multiple birth families. The centre will be running a series of 'World Cafe' events in December and January at the ThinkTank in partnership with the TwinsTrust, focused on researching the first 1001 days of multiple birth babies, from conception to two years old. Research has shown that this period is crucial for development, but policies often focus on one parent and one child, leaving multiple birth families feeling overlooked and left out. Through the World Café, the Elizabeth Bryan Multiple Births centre are bringing together multiple birth families and healthcare professionals with the aim to improve services for the better. Find out more about the event here 👇 bcu.ac.uk/news-events/calend…

Twins Trust welcomes the announcement today that Baby Loss Certificates have now been extended with no backdate to all parents who've experienced a loss, a change that we have long advocated for. 1/4

RCM joins call for more action to end maternal mortality disparities rcm.org.uk/media-releases/20…

@anitaobsmed describing lessons for the prevention and treatment of thrombosis and thromboembolism and reflecting that awareness and pre-pregnancy counselling are ever more important as the number of women with risk factors increases

275 women died in the UK during pregnancy or up to six weeks after the end of pregnancy in 2020-2022 from causes related to or exacerbated by pregnancy among 2,028,543 women giving birth, a maternal mortality rate of 13.56 per 100,000 buff.ly/2HR30eT

This report lays bare the grim reality facing families with multiples - the financial burden, mental health toll and lack of support.   @TwinsTrust

The financial cost of having multiples is at least £20,000 more than having two singletons in succession. Why are our families paying a huge twin tax? There are solutions - a fairer maternity system offering maternity pay per baby. Write to your MP 👉buff.ly/3T99lqM

Our childcare system must work for children, for parents and for the economy. These are the building blocks of a society that’s set up to care for its twins, triplets and more. 1/2

A fair maternity system offering maternity pay per baby would help support families suffering a 15% income reduction. Make a difference to the next generation of parents with multiples today 👉buff.ly/3T99lqM

Tomorrow, we’ll release of our groundbreaking report – a ‘State of the Nation’ look at being a parent of multiples in 2024. To see the key results, follow our social media channels throughout the coming days. How much do you think the financial difference is?

We're looking for parents to attend two online sessions with researchers from the University of Manchester, to give feedback on a study into twin pregnancy risks. The study aims to help healthcare professionals give parents accurate information and advice to reduce the 1/3

Research opportunity: UCL is doing research on the language used around pregnancy loss and its impact on those with lived experience. To complete an anonymous survey, go to: buff.ly/4d0CegP. The survey closes soon. This research is not affiliated with Twins Trust.

Premature or low birthweight baby? Download our free booklet, written in collaboration with @blisscharity and @TwinsTrust, on safer sleep and ways to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Tap here: bit.ly/3wU7nhy

Really enjoyed presenting at the Grand Round today - lots of collaboration and future opportunities if you are thinking of studying for MRes or PhD @daljitathwal @ResearchBWC @MyBCU @prof_uther @Liz8ailey @JudithDyson1 Annalise Weckesser @ProfMaxLintern ➡️bcu.ac.uk/health-sciences/re…

Wishing all our amazing #nursing colleagues a happy #NursesDay. Thank you for the difference you make

offering direct support, working with hospitals and so much more, we helped you through the toughest of times. To view our full 22–23 annual report go to: buff.ly/3PjfkqQ and see how much we achieved with your support. Become a member today: buff.ly/44GZGem 2/2

Over the last year, members of our multiples’ community have faced unprecedented challenges – cost of living, maternity, childcare etc. Yet one thing was a constant – the impact that you’ve told us that Twins Trust has made on your lives. By providing information, 1/2

Professor Ruth Endacott, NIHR Director of Nursing and Midwifery is inviting nurses and midwives to join her for a virtual coffee and chat this Monday, 13th May 16.00-17.00. Email nursingandmidwifery@nihr.ac.uk for details. #NIHRNursingMidwifery

We encourage #nurses and #midwives to apply for our DCAF Programme. The DCAF funds registered health and care professionals to undertake a PhD by research and, concurrently, to undertake further professional development and practice. Find out more: nihr.ac.uk/funding/doctoral-…