I have been following this story since I heard of these births with great interest. My heart goes out to this family.
I gave birth to twin daughters in 2004, the smallest weighing only 707 grams. They were both on ventilators and anemia did become an issue, but neither of our daughters received a transfusion. EPO and iron was begun the day after birth and minimal blood draws were ordered. The doctors were cooperative, respectful and paitent and we are thankful. Our daughters did leave the NICU with BPD and required oxygen, one baby for six months and the other for nearly a year. The smaller twin has experianced a mild developmental delay. Today they are both healthy and active toddlers, enjoying their life as much as we are enjoying them.