On November 19, 1997, Bobby and Kenny McCaughey made headlines when Kenny gave birth to seven children in one day: four boys and three girls.
This medical phenomenon attracted worldwide attention because no one had ever given birth to so many children at once, and most importantly, all seven children were born healthy. After the birth of their first daughter, Michaela, Kenny struggled for a long time to get pregnant, so they chose IVF. There are known cases of twins and triplets in medicine, but no one was as lucky as Kenny. She gave birth 9 weeks early. All the children weighed about 1 kilogram. There were complications, and both Nathan and Alexis had developmental delays. They were diagnosed with cerebral palsy and required multiple surgeries. The family received help from all over the world. The charity provided them with an apartment where each child had their own room. They also received free education and food. George Bush even visited them.
And Oprah Winfrey couldn’t ignore this family. When the children turned ten, the family retired from public life.
What is life like for the seven children after 25 years?
Kenny Jr. – Wants to be an architect and is attending Des Moines State University with the dream of becoming a professional architect. His birth weight was approximately 1.5 kg.
Alexis May – I would like to become a great teacher. After several surgeries, he can now move around unaided. She attends the same university as his brother Kenny.
Kelsi Ann – Future pop star. She was born weighing less than 1 kg, but has a strong and beautiful voice. She is currently attending college.
Natalie Sue – Wants to be a teacher. She is very intelligent and even finished at the top of her class. She is attending college, as is her brother.
Nathan Roy – Future IT specialist. He also suffers from cerebral palsy, but after surgery, he can move around unaided. He is studying at the university’s School of Computer Science.
Brandon James – Serving in the military. He was the only son who didn’t go to college and chose the military. He currently serves as an infantryman.
Joel Steven – I would like to be a programmer. He was born weighing 975 grams and is now a college student in the School of Computer Science.
The parents say they find it difficult to adjust to the fact that a house once filled with children is now gradually becoming empty, but they are happy that their children are following their dreams and succeeding in life.
