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25 Weeks Pregnant with Twins

Joe Rawlinson by Joe Rawlinson - Last updated October 16, 2019

Here’s what to expect when you are 25 weeks pregnant with twins:

25 Weeks Pregnant with Twins

Fetal Development

By 25 weeks in the twin pregnancy each of your twins averages about 13.5″ (35 cm) and will have the following measurements:

Head circumference: 9.5″ (241 mm)
Abdominal Circumference: 8.4″ (213 mm)
Femur Bone Length (about from the waist to knee): 1.8″ (46 mm)

Each baby is about the size of an acorn squash.

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What to Expect

Typical weight gain for Mom at this point is between 1.25 to 2.0 pounds/week (0.6 to 0.9kg).

Pictures and Video

Here’s an ultrasound video of what you might see at 25 weeks pregnant with twins:

Twin Gender Predictor Calculator

Belly picture at 25 weeks:
25 Weeks Pregnant with Twins Belly
Picture by Michael Sharman

If Your Twins Were Born This Week

Your twins are very early preterm and the odds of survival are better than weeks past. However, twins born during the 25th week still risk major medical complications and life-long health issues.

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(RELATED: The Twin Stroller Advisor helps you find the perfect double stroller for your family.)

What to Prepare This Week

When Mom is 25 weeks pregnant with twins, make sure you’ve done some research and found the best car seats for your twins. You won’t be able to bring them home from the hospital if you don’t have car seats.

Your Fellow Parents at 25 Weeks Pregnant with Twins

Kathy A. – “My back is killing me.”

Kimberly H. – “Finished painting the dressers for the nursery. The only thing left for the baby room is the babies!”

Dad’s Thoughts

Are twins your first children? By the time Mom reaches 25 weeks pregnant with twins, you need to ponder what it means to transition from a childless lifestyle to having twins. Things will be very different. Adjust your expectations now so you aren’t disappointed later.

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Still wondering how to prepare for your twins? I cover specific things you should know and prepare for in my Dad’s Guide to Twins book. Learn more about the book here.

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(RELATED: Expecting twins? Avoid these 4 critical mistakes expectant twin parents make.)

Further Reading

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Don't forget to pick up a copy of the definitive guide to raising twins. "Dad's Guide to Raising Twins" was written for fathers of twins to help guide you through the first several years with twins. Click here to learn more about the book and get your copy.

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Sources
When You're Expecting Twins, Triplets, or Quads: Proven Guidelines for a Healthy Multiple Pregnancy by Dr. Barbara Luke and Tamara Eberlein
Babycenter's Average fetal length and weight chart

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About The Author

Joe Rawlinson is the father of four children. Two boys and identical twin girls.

He is the author of the popular books Dad’s Guide to Twins and Dad’s Guide to Raising Twins.

This site is dedicated to helping you learn from his experiences (and thousands of other twin parents) so you can be the best twin dad you can be. Read more about Joe

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