Naturally Pregnant With Triplets. How Did It Happen?

Here is everything you need to know when pregnant with triplets: what causes this multiple pregnancy and what precautions you need to take.

The moment we learn that we will be mothers, for the first or second time, is one of the most special we can experience. But after you discover that you are naturally pregnant with triplets,  the surprise is even greater.  Did you expect it? You have surely wondered: “How did this happen?”.

After the doctor has given us the news that it is not a child, but three, the first dialogue that is born develops, more or less, in the following way:

• “Will they be okay?”  Yes, they will be fine, depending on the precautions and lifestyle you decide to adopt.
• “What are the possible consequences of having triplets?” The most common answers to this question are three: premature birth, cesarean and low birth weight of babies.

• “Do I run any risk of losing them?”.  These are undoubtedly very delicate pregnancies, but it all depends on your physical condition and excellent medical care.
• “Is it possible that being pregnant with triplets is due to genetic factors?” This is what we hear: even if we sometimes think they are legends, there is some truth.

Despite these questions, a very clear fact remains. Regardless of the number of children,  the mother’s responsibility for their health will always be the same.

Factors that explain why you are pregnant with triplets

Multiple pregnancies occur when  more than one egg is fertilized, but they can also happen when that fertilized egg divides into two or more embryos.

1. The age. If you are over 30, the chances of getting pregnant with triplets increase.
2. Hereditary factors. If there are two or more people in your family who have had multiple pregnancies, including grandparents, parents, or siblings, this is most likely due to genes.
3. Previous pregnancies. If we have had other pregnancies before, the chances of the next one being multiple increase.
4. Fertility treatments. In this case, the cause is due to the use of drugs that induce ovulation.

Risks of getting pregnant with triplets naturally

With four lives at stake, triplets are considered to be high-risk, both for the mother and for the babies.

According to the Mexican Institute of Social Security, even if the pregnancy developed without any complications during the first 34 weeks, that does not mean that the danger is over. It could even be bigger right now – as a result,  precautions are never enough.

If it has already been confirmed that you will be mothers of triplets, it is very important that you are well informed about your condition and that you are aware of all the attention you need.

Some complications that can arise

• Anemia.
• Cesareo.
• Preeclampsia (in fact, the risk is 9 times greater in triplets).
• Low birth weight.
• Premature birth.
• Gestational diabetes.
• Complications to the placenta.
• Problems with amniotic fluid.

Some recommendations

We must eat, of course, but without eating for four. Pay attention to the quality of the foods you ingest, as well as their quantity. Include more vegetables, carbohydrates, and fruits in your recipes. Don’t forget to get more iron, folic acid, and other essential nutrients.

Pay attention to your weight. Keeping yourself within the limits of your normal parameters (according to your BMI) will make things easier for you at the time of delivery and will ensure the good health of your babies.

Undergo prenatal checkups and tests. Follow your doctor’s instructions to the letter and consult with him about any concerns you may have.

Follow a suitable exercise routine  (previously agreed with your doctor). above all, however, avoid sudden movements. It is preferable that you choose to do activities at a slower pace, which allow you to rest.

Try to sleep well every day. It will help you feel better and cope with any ailments. On the other hand, if you carry three babies in your belly instead of one, it is normal for you to feel a feeling of greater heaviness.

Finally, while it may seem strange, it  is important that you take care of your mental health. Try not to get too stressed or to anticipate events. One step at a time, everything can be solved.