multiple pregnancy
[ˈmʌltɪpl ˈprɛɡnənsi]
nounfemininepl: multiple pregnancies
gravidez múltipla
1. A pregnancy in which a woman carries more than one fetus at the same time, such as twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples
Multiple pregnancy requires more frequent prenatal care and monitoring.
A gravidez múltipla requer cuidados pré-natais e monitoramento mais frequentes.
2. A condition where the uterus contains two or more developing embryos or fetuses
She was diagnosed with multiple pregnancy at her first ultrasound.
Ela foi diagnosticada com gravidez múltipla em seu primeiro ultrassom.
Multiple pregnancy is a significant medical consideration in both Brazilian and American obstetrics. In Brazil, families with multiple births (gêmeos/trigêmeos) are often celebrated culturally, and there are support groups and organizations dedicated to families expecting or raising multiples. In the USA, multiple pregnancies are increasingly common due to assisted reproductive technologies, and there is widespread public awareness and support resources available.
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