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Abstract
A summary of a report published on 1st June 1999 by the Northern Ireland region of Tamba (Twins and Multiples Births Association)
This article outlines the key findings of a survey carried out by the Twins and Multiple Births Association (Tamba) in the Northern Health and Social Services Board (NHSSB) area. The purpose of the survey was to explore the needs and experiences of families with multiple birth children aged 0-5 years. The survey incorporated both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, with the information obtained from the focus groups forming the basis of the questionnaire. Health visitors forwarded the questionnaire to 301 families identified on their caseloads, 25.9 per cent were returned for analysis using SPSS software. The findings found a lack of information available to families about a multiple pregnancy. Other issues raised included lack of understanding from the health professionals about the unique difficulties faced by families with multiples, lack of statutory help available and most families faced financial burdens and stress associated with having a multiple birth family.