Now that they are 13 years old: Here’s how the world’s first surviving octopus and their mother appear today
On January 26, 2022, the world marked the 13th birthday of the most famous case of surviving octuplets. Born on January 26, 2009, in the U.S. via cesarean section, the eight babies—six boys and two girls—made headlines globally. Their mother, 34-year-old Nadya Suleman, already had six children, bringing her total to 14 kids, all raised without a father’s support.
Suleman claims that her doctor, who transferred 12 embryos, misled her, leading to the conception of all her children through IVF.
As a result, the doctor lost his medical license due to ethical violations, and Suleman’s case led to stricter regulations on IVF practices in the U.S.
Nadya, known as “Octomom,” garnered both criticism and admiration. Despite the challenges, Nadya maintains that she loves her children and does not pursue them for fame or money, despite her attempts to monetize her story through reality shows and other ventures.
Today, the Suleman family lives modestly but not in poverty. Nadya frequently shares photos of her octuplets on social media, promoting healthy living and veganism.
Despite the difficulties, the family appears content and thriving.
