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The Multiple Births Foundation is an independent charity based at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital in West London. A vital resource to professionals and families alike, it aims to improve the care and support of multiple birth families through the education of all relevant professionals.

The Multiple Births Foundation (MBF) was founded in 1988 by Dr Elizabeth Bryan MD FRCP FRCPCH, an international expert on multiple births and past President of the ISTS (International Society for Twin Studies). Internationally unique, the work of the MBF generated interest in the UK and abroad and the Foundation has become an international authority on the care, development and special problems of children born as twins, triplets or more. Jane Denton RGN RM became the Director in 1999.

MBF staff are:
Jane Denton RGN RM - Director
Margie Davies RGN RM - Midwifery Liaison Officer
Rosie Ticciati RGN - HV - Health Visitor & Counsellor
Lisa Clifford - Administrator

To see the latest MBF Annual Report please click here

There are over 9,000 multiple births each year in the UK. The number is increasing with medical advances, particularly in the areas of infertility and care of pre-term births.

Most people have little idea just how demanding multiple birth babies can be. The reality is that often parents' ability to cope is dramatically reduced by the problems that accompany having twins, triplets or more.

As a result, the need for the correct care and support has never been greater and it is our aim to provide advice, information and support to multiple birth families and professionals working in the field.

• Mothers may need extra pre-natal care and monitoring.
• Babies are often born earlier, or smaller than singleton babies, and are therefore more vulnerable.
• Coping with two or more newborn babies can seem an overwhelming task, and parents may need support with caring for the babies.
• Multiples may experience language delay, behavioural disorders, excessive rivalry or dependency.

The Multiple Births Foundation is a charity and relies for its income on grants, donations and fundraising activities.