Wow! Eight babies at once!
Have you been following all the reports about the woman in California who just delivered eight babies? I sure have. The babies are miracles, and I’m so thrilled that everyone is doing well.
The news reports say the woman probably had fertility treatments. Did you know that most fertility specialists do not recommend becoming pregnant with so many babies? It’s dangerous for both the mom and the babies.
The California babies were born nine weeks premature. Preterm birth can cause serious complications and even lifelong health problems. That’s why the March of Dimes is conducting a national campaign to fight prematurity.
Any time a woman is pregnant with more than one baby, she and the babies face extra risks. If you’re carrying more than one baby, work with your health care provider to be as healthy as you can.
If you’re thinking about having fertility treatments or are already having them, talk to your doctor about reducing the chances of having too many babies. Your health and your children’s health will thank you.
CNN has more on this topic.
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January 29th, 2009 at 4:28 pm
On our local news they said that they didn’t know if she had used fertility treatments, but come ON! Eight babies? Having triplets naturally is extremely rare. There’s just no way she conceived eight without fertility drugs.
January 30th, 2009 at 5:42 pm
did you know she has 6 other kids too
I am glad the babies are doing well but mom sounds nuts