Nadya Suleman, affectionately known as “Octomom,” is beaming with pride as her octuplets celebrate a major milestone – their 14th birthday! To commemorate this special occasion, the mother of 14 shared a heartwarming photo with her eight teenagers, who are now towering over her.
The octuplets, consisting of Noah, Josiah, Nariyah, Maliyah, Jonah, Jeremiah, Isaiah, and Makai, grinned from ear to ear as they clutched balloons with “birthday” written on them. In another snapshot, the teens showcased their unique personalities as they jumped and posed for the camera.
Suleman, 47, has been dedicated to raising her children, including her older twins Calyssa and Caleb, 16, Aidan, 17, Joshua, 19, Ameerah, 20, and Elijah, 21. She has chosen not to expand her family since welcoming the octuplets in 2009.
In a heartfelt caption, Suleman expressed her admiration for her teenagers, stating, “Be proud of yourselves, kids, for being kind, respectful, and helpful to all your fellow peers, teachers, and staff.” She praised them for being “exceptional role models” and added, “I love you.”
Addressing critics, Suleman respectfully requested understanding, writing, “Their older siblings did not want me to post a picture on their first day. I respect their choice, so should you.”
In a previous post, Suleman gushed about her children’s remarkable qualities, saying, “You are all growing into some of the most kind, humble, grateful, and loving human beings I have ever known.” She highlighted their selflessness, altruism, and love for serving others, adding, “I have never seen children who love and want to serve others, particularly those less fortunate, so boldly and confidently like each and every one of you do.”
Suleman credited her children’s strong values to their faith, stating, “You are not followers of this shallow world but of a God that created and loves you unconditionally.” She humbly expressed her gratitude, saying, “I do not know what I could possibly have done to deserve being blessed so bountifully. I love you.”
