Twin pregnancies are on the rise in Ireland

It’s not just a celeb trend, twin pregnancies are on the rise but need to be carefully monitored by medics, says Andrea Mara.

WATCHING Beyoncé perform at the Grammys earlier this month, you’d be forgiven for thinking a twin pregnancy is a run-of-the-mill experience that doesn’t preclude the wearing of gold headdresses or dancing on stage for millions of viewers worldwide.

The reality is a little different for most mothers, and indeed, although now more common than ever, twin pregnancies are still carefully monitored by medical professionals.