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

It was founded in 1988 and has become a national and international authority on multiple births. We are the only charity internationally which employs healthcare professionals dedicated to supporting multiple birth families and educating and advising professionals about their special needs.

In 2008 almost 12,000 sets of twins were born in the UK compared with 7,573 in 1985.

However 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.

To see the latest MBF Annual Report please click here

To see the Autumn 2009 Newsletter please click here

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