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Mom on Pill Has Twins—Twice

Docs say odds are over 11 million to one

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(Newser) – A British woman has given birth to her second set of twins conceived while on birth control pills, the Daily Mail reports. Doctors say the odds are more than 11 million to one. Carly O'Brien—who switched to a stronger pill after the first pair came along—says she was shocked to discover she was pregnant again, but she's delighted to have four beautiful children.

British woman Carly O'Brien poses with her two sets of twins, both conceived while she was on contraceptive pills.
British woman Carly O'Brien poses with her two sets of twins, both conceived while she was on contraceptive pills.   (Daily Mail)
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I just couldn't believe it and didn't know how it could have happened to me again. The thought of having another set of twins was so daunting. Now I look at the four of them and think it's a miracle. We are delighted. - Carly O'Brien

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Shannonals
Feb 2, 09 3:04 PM CST
Makes you wonder why she didn't have her prescription changed after becoming pregnant the first time. Reply
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Mad
Feb 2, 09 5:27 PM CST
Probably because she forgot to take the pill the first time, too
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