Is it safe to have two babies in a year?

The World Health Organization recommends a minimum of two-year intervals between pregnancies. “Studies have suggested that intervals shorter than 18 months are associated with increased risk to the infant—including preterm birth, low birth weight, small size for their gestational age, and NICU admissions,” notes Dr.

Can babies be born in the same year?

Axel, Tommie and Henry Stevenson were all born on Sept. 1. The Stevenson children, Axel, Tommie and Henry, were all born on September 1, three years apart, in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Is it OK to have babies close together?

The risk is highest for pregnancies spaced less than 12 months apart. Closely spaced pregnancies might not give a mother enough time to recover from pregnancy before moving on to the next. For example, pregnancy and breast-feeding can deplete your stores of nutrients, particularly folate.

Can you have babies 9 months apart?

It’s technically possible for two siblings to be as close as 9 or 10 months apart. After your pregnancy comes to an end, you’ll start ovulating again before you have your first postpartum period.

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How soon can I have a second baby?

It’s best to wait at least 18 months (1½ years) between giving birth and getting pregnant again. Too little time between pregnancies increases your risk of premature birth. The shorter the time between pregnancies, the higher your risk. Premature babies are more likely to have health problems than babies born on time.

Can you have two babies at the same time?

This can be a good thing—the nuances of tummy time and teething are fresh in your mind when number two (or three!) comes along. “I was already doing diapers, so the learning curve was not that big,” says Janerl Lampson, of Bakersfield, California, whose first two children are 16 months apart.

What is it called when two babies are born at once?

Years ago, when two children were born within 12 months of each other, people often referred to them as “Irish twins.” And when three children were born to the same mother within three years, they were called “Irish triplets.” But today these phrases are outdated and rarely used.

How long should you wait between kids before having another baby?

“Studies have suggested that intervals shorter than 18 months are associated with increased risk to the infant—including preterm birth, low birth weight, small size for their gestational age, and NICU admissions,” notes Dr. Harold. Rachel Firk, a mom of seven whose oldest two were born 14 months apart, wishes she had waited 2 years between kids.

When do kids get along with their siblings?

The Highs: You may be rewarded within a year or so with kids who entertain each other well and are nicely in sync when it comes to toys and activities. Many moms also find that kids under 2 tend to be less jealous of a new sibling. “My girls are always with each other,” says Dara Federman, a Brooklyn mom of two, ages 3 and 2.

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