Sunday, September 29, 2013

Mirror twins

At the boys' 12 month appointment our doctor had asked if we had noticed any certain traits that would make us believe they are "mirror identical twins"... We had heard of this term from my specialist early on in my pregnancy-- but he said it was a slim chance, but could happen... Below is a brief summary of what "mirror twins" are----


Mirror image twins occur when the egg split later on --like a few weeks after conception - the twins can develop reverse asymmetric features. This term is not really a type of twin, just a way to describe their physical features. For example, they may be right and left handed---have birthmarks on opposite sides of their body, or have hair whorls that swirl in opposite directions. In theory, if the twins faced each other, they would appear to be exact reflections of each other. About 25% of identical twins are mirror image twins.

Okay--pretty cool, right? So I said early on how awesome that would be! 

Update: we have recently noticed that the boys' crown on the back of their heads are on opposite sides... And just today we noticed a birth mark has developed on Landon's tummy on the opposite side that Logan's is on!!! As far as right hand left hand goes, we will just wait and see... Landon has a signature trait that has created a special bond with his GREAT Aunt (she sucked her fingers just like he does) and she happens to be left handed, time will tell.... But, I'm going to put it in writing right now---
"If Landon turns out to be left handed such as his Great Aunt, she will then be responsible for paying full tuition to a college of his choice" ***disclaimer: this includes undergraduate studies AND vet school***

Best start saving Aunt Laurie--- these boys have already and will continue to beat all odds...

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