Episode Details

Join Lauren on That Twin Mama Podcast as she shares her unexpected journey to becoming a twin mom. In this episode, she humorously discusses common questions twin parents face and delves into her personal experience of conceiving twins. Lauren was shocked to learn she was pregnant with twins after being told it would be difficult for her to get pregnant. She talks about the possible factors that might have contributed to her twin pregnancy, including age, genetic history, race, and holistic health practices. Additionally, she explains the differences between fraternal and identical twins and addresses misconceptions about twin pregnancies. This episode offers a mix of personal anecdotes, scientific insights, and hilarious commentary for those curious about twin conception.

Helpful Links:

Yes, we know yams are not sweet potatoes

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8006059/sweet-potatoes-vs-yams-whats-the difference/#:~:text=The%20Bottom%20Line,or%20soft%20with%20 thinner%20skin.

Nigerian town with twins

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68977986

Twin birth rates in the United States between 1980 and 2022, by ethnicity and race

https://www.statista.com/statistics/244913/twin-birth-rates-in-the- united-states-by-ethnicity/

Yams & Fertility

https://medicine.yale.edu/news/yale-medicine- magazine/article/whats-in-a-yam-clues-to-fertility-a/

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• Podcast Website: www.thattwinmama.com
• Follow on Instagram: @thattwinmamapodcast

Episode Credits:

• Production: Berty Productions
• Music: Far Eye House
• Photo: Birch Thomas
• Design: Erin Fox Creative