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There is an average of 35,000 babies born every single day on our planet. The miracle of life is an amazing gift, which many women are able to experience multiple times in their lives.

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Unfortunately, not every woman has the ability to become pregnant; moreover, some males are unable to provide what is necessary for the miracle of life to begin. One couple knows exactly what this is like, but when they finally became pregnant, doctors were shocked at their ultrasound. You have to see this to believe it!

Click ‘ Next ’ to find out just what shocked doctors when they saw this woman’s ultrasound!

Hard Times

Not every couple is able to have children naturally. In fact, the likelihood of infertility continues to grow across the planet, caused by a number of factors.

Both men and women struggle with infertility, and it can often become a huge problem in a relationship. Feelings of frustration and guilt tend to grow from the inability to make a child together; thankfully, there are solutions to this problem. Scientific advancements have helped millions of women bear children, and fulfill one of life’s greatest jobs.

Many couples know the hardship around pregnancy problems. Click ‘Next’!

Lauren and David

Lauren and David Perkins knew that they were meant for one another. It wasn’t long into their relationship that they decided to get married, and they both agreed it was the best decision they ever made.

Not far into their marriage, Lauren and David agreed that it was time to start their own little family. They had talked about kids for years, and they couldn’t wait to welcome a little girl or boy into their lives. With things going so well, they were ready to take their family from two to three.

Things seemed to be alright. But were they? Click ‘Next’!

Hopeful

Lauren and David were very hopeful about their chances to become pregnant. The couple were aware that some women became pregnant faster than others, and it was important to have patience during the process.

In fact, some couples spend a very long time trying to get pregnant. For those who are a little bit older, it is even more difficult. As women become older, their bodies aren’t able to procreate quite as well. Fortunately for Lauren and David, they were still young and healthy, so they expected the process to go smoothly.

Click ‘Next’ to hear how things changed for the couple.

Waiting

Lauren and David didn’t think much of their situation for the first little while. Even though there were no positive results coming in, they weren’t in any rush. They wanted to do things naturally, so they waited.

It was a few months in when the couple started to think about the possibility that things might not be working properly. There were all kinds of things that might be slowing their process, and they avoided the temptation to point fingers at one another.

Would the couple make it through this? Click ‘Next’ to find out.

Men and Women

Previously, it was often assumed that if a couple could not get pregnant, it was the fault of the woman. No one ever considered that a man may be the factor.

In fact, while there are many women who cannot develop an egg, there are also men who cannot provide a high enough sperm count for successful procreation. There are also outside factors that can affect the potential to become pregnant, including daily habits, weight, smoking and the environment. It should never be assumed that infertility is strictly a female issue.

Click ‘Next’ to find out what happened with Laura and David!

A Year

It had now been a year, and Lauren and David were seeing no signs of a positive pregnancy test. All of the results continued to read negative, and the couple was starting to feel the frustration of that.

At this point, they started to really consider that maybe having a natural pregnancy wasn’t going to be an option for them. They talked about all of the different routes they could possibly take, and whether or not they should stick to trying naturally. It was hard to know what to do.

Things for tough for Lauren and David. Click ‘Next’!

What to Do

At this point, Lauren had read everything under the sun about ways to improve the chances of pregnancy. She had applied all kinds of practices to her daily schedule in hopes of bettering their odds.

Some of the things included maintaining a healthy diet, getting exercise, using an ovulation kit and following an ovulation calendar. Lauren could also chart her basal body temperature, to see when she would be most likely to be ovulating. It was also helpful to avoid drinking and smoking, and to load up on good vitamins.

Would any of these things help? Click ‘Next’ to find out!

Team Effort

After a year of trying, and Lauren doing everything she could to promote pregnancy, the couple just wasn’t seeing the results they wanted to. Fortunately, they knew they had to stick together.

After all, Lauren and David were a team, and they had to keep it that way. It’s common for couples to feel things like resentment and guilt when they’re not able to create a child together. At this time, more than ever, it’s helpful to be supportive of one another, and keep up a positive environment in the home.

Lauren and David make a big decision. Click ‘Next’!

Taking a Break

After a hard year, Lauren and David talked about going on a vacation. They thought that it would be helpful to head somewhere calm and relaxing, to release any tension that had built up in the last year.

Instead of having to focus on pregnancy every day, they thought that a trip might help them to focus on something else for a little while. Additionally, the couple thought that during their trip they could explore the other options they had. It would be a very effective trip for the frustrated couple.

The couple really let loose. Click ‘Next’!

Opening Up

David and Lauren decided that they would travel to Nicaragua for their vacation. Nicaragua is located between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, boasting beautiful terrain like beaches, volcanoes and lakes.

The vacation was going to be a relaxing one, with the couple enjoying the sandy beaches, going on long hikes and being one with nature. They took lots of photos together exploring the different landscapes, and they had lots of personal time to connect with each other again.

There was more to this trip than just sight-seeing. Click ‘Next’!

An Honest Trip

During their trip, Lauren and David had a lot of one-on-one time. During this time, the couple was able to do a lot of talking, and they were both able to open up about the feelings they had been experiencing all year.

The entire trip was a huge help to the two, who had the opportunity to expel any stress that they were feeling and get rid of any bad feelings they had. They wanted to be on the same page with their pregnancy woes, and talk about their options going forward.

The couple got some additional advice. Click ‘Next’!

Good Friends

Not only did the couple enjoy time with one another, but they also had friends join them on the trip as well. Fortunately, everyone had a range of interests for the trip, so David and Lauren still enjoyed alone time.

However, their friends knew that they were struggling, and they were very supportive of the couple. They were open and honest with David and Lauren, letting them know that they were there to offer advice if they needed it—they didn’t have to go through it alone.

David and Lauren opened up to their friends. Click ‘Next’!

Friendly Advice

During the trip, David and Lauren were able to hear a range of views from their closets friends. Everyone wanted to offer their insight on the situation and even offer their own personal struggles with pregnancy.

Hearing about other people’s problems getting pregnant made Lauren and David feel a bit better. It was nice to know that they weren’t alone in this struggle, and that there were lots of other options that were just as fulfilling. They were truly lucky to have such good friends with them.

One person in particular had a different viewpoint. Click ‘Next’!

The Priest

One of the friends that happened to be joining David and Lauren on their trip worked as a priest back home. He was very invested in the couple’s situation, and he wanted to give any advice that he could to them.

While most of their other friends offered advice on ways to improve pregnancy chances, the priest had a completely different outlook. The couple were slightly taken aback by his view on the matter, but they still appreciated what he had to say.

What did the priest think about all of this? Click ‘Next’!

A-OK

When the couple explained their situation to their priest friend, he didn’t seem to be worried about their situation at all. In fact, he was still very excited for the amazing things that he saw manifesting themselves.

The priest shared with the couple that he believed everything that was happening to the couple was happening for a reason. They were meant to be patient, but the priest didn’t think they would have to wait much longer. He told them he saw big plans for the couple in their future.

Was the priest right? Click ‘Next’ to find out!

A Grain of Salt

Of course, Lauren and David didn’t know what to think. Their friend had shared a very positive viewpoint of their situation, but they obviously weren’t sold on the idea that something amazing would happen.

They decided that they would take what their friend said with a grain of salt, and perhaps focus on the possibility that he could always be right. Maybe they were in fact on the edge of something amazing, and it was only a matter of time before something extraordinary happened.

It was a nice thing to consider. Click ‘Next’!

Going Home

After a long week of exploring and relaxing together, Lauren and David were finally ready to head back home. The vacation had been just what they needed; they were so happy that they decided to go.

Not only did they get to relieve some stress and re-connect with one another, but they were also exposed to the fact that they had all kinds of support systems to turn to. They knew that they weren’t alone in their journey, and they came home feeling more positive than ever.

You can imagine what happens when they got home. Click ‘Next’!

Making Moves

When Lauren and David got home, they were feeling really good about their situation. However, they could still tell that there was something missing in their home.

The couple knew that they wanted to keep trying for a child. Even if it took them years, they knew that they didn’t want to give up hope. The more they tried, the better their chances were! They focused on all of the great things that had happened on their trip, and agreed to start trying again.

What was going to happen? Click ‘Next’!

Change of Plans

Even though Lauren and David agreed to start trying for a child again, their viewpoint was different. They didn’t seem their problem as a bad thing; rather, they allowed it to open up other opportunities.

The couple spent long hours talking about their options, and finally agreed that it might be time to try another route for pregnancy. There were so many scientific advancements available, and they thought that one of these might be their solution. But what options did they have?

You’ve got to read about this. Click ‘Next’!

Artificial Insemination

Lauren and David began exploring their options and came across artificial insemination. In this procedure, doctors would help to inject semen in a manual way, that insured the semen went where it was supposed to.

This was a pain-free, relatively fast procedure that many couples chose to help with pregnancy. Luckily, this kind of procedure was also fairly affordable, ranging anywhere from $300-$500 per session. This makes the process one of the first choices for couples who are struggling to become pregnant.

Lauren and David had to make a decision. Click ‘Next’!

Worth It

Even though Lauren and David really wanted to become pregnant naturally, they didn’t want to wait forever. They thought about what their priest friend said, and decided that they might as well try another route.

In the end, Lauren and David agreed that they would go for the artificial insemination. It was a fairly easy process, and they would know quickly whether the process had worked or not. It was a trying time for the couple, but they focused on the idea that good things were coming their way.

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Taking Chances

When it came to artificial insemination, the numbers were pretty impressive. However, some couples had to do numerous rounds of the insemination before the woman could become pregnant. In some cases, it doesn’t work at all.

Lauren and David knew the numbers. The success rates for this process were anywhere from 10-15% per menstrual cycle when using ICI, and they increased to 15-20% when using IUI. When couples used IUI, they had a 60-70% chance of pregnancy after six cycles.

Would Lauren and David have a good enough chance? Click ‘Next’!

Patiently Waiting

Once the artificial insemination took place, David and Lauren waited patiently for the news. It wouldn’t be long before they would know if the process had worked or not.

In most cases, doctors would recommend that women don’t take a pregnancy test until the first day of a missed period. A missed period is the most obvious sign that a woman is pregnant. For those who are pregnant, this usually occurs approximately two weeks after conception. However, some tests are more sensitive and can be used earlier than others.

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A Sign

After a few weeks of waiting, Lauren and David were ready for some results. The couple was obviously nervous, but they were also more excited than they had been in months!

Lauren purchased multiple pregnancy tests, to make sure that she got a consistent answer. However, it was after the very first test that Lauren already knew the answer: They were pregnant! The couple was finally expecting a baby! It was a day of sheer joy and overwhelming relief. However, they weren’t out of the woods just yet.

The couple knew things could change. Click ‘Next’.

Finally Happening

Now that they knew they were pregnant, Lauren started to look into all of the things she needed to do to make sure this pregnancy was a success. She read online and had a checklist ready to go.

One of the things Lauren had to stay on top of was her appointments. Seeing her doctor was going to be very important, as they would be able to ensure that the baby was healthy and growing properly. They could also give her advice on what to do throughout the next nine months.

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First Appointment

In no time at all, Lauren was scheduled to have her first appointment. By this time, she thought that she was perfectly prepared. As soon as she walked into the office, the appointment went smoothly.

Everything seemed to be going well, and the nurses were very happy with how the small fetus was developing. The nurses spoke with Lauren for quite some time, answering her questions and ensuring her that she was doing everything right. At the end of her appointment, the nurse did caution Lauren about something she noticed.

Lauren began to panic. Click ‘Next’!

Something Off

Lauren immediately began to worry. What could be wrong with her baby? The nurses calmed her, and explained that it wasn’t something serious, but something to be aware of in the coming months.

What they noticed, was that Lauren seemed to be shower higher than normal levels of HCG. HCG stands for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, and is it a hormone. HCG is produced by the placenta after implantation. The nurses told Lauren not to fret, because HCG is commonly detected in some pregnancy tests.

Lauren wanted to know more, and so did we! Click ‘Next’!

More Than One

Lauren didn’t really understand why the nurse was telling her about her HCG levels, if they were a common thing to have in pregnancy tests. The nurses went on to draw a clearer picture.

They wanted Lauren to know about this, because higher levels of HCG were most often seen in women who were having more than one child. The presence of the hormone is present, because it is needed to help sustain the multiple fetus’ in the body.

Lauren couldn’t believe what she was hearing. Click ‘Next’!

Twins?

The expectant mother was shocked. More than one baby? Did this mean what she thought it meant? Could her and David be expecting more than one child? Twins or triplets even?

At this stage in her pregnancy, it was hard to tell. The nurses couldn’t be sure until later ultrasounds. However, Lauren and David felt more ecstatic than ever now! All they ever wanted was to have a baby, and now they might be having more than one! The words their priest friend shared floated through their minds.

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Thankful

After trying for so long to become pregnant, David and Lauren were overjoyed with the news that aside from finally being pregnant, they might be having more than one baby!

This was a truly unique experience for the couple, one they never could have seen coming. No matter what happened or how many babies there were, they were grateful for even one. It was time to have her ultrasound done, and Lauren couldn’t wait to finally see their baby!

Their next ultrasound would blow them away. Click ‘Next’!

Another Appointment

Lauren and David couldn’t want to go in for another ultrasound. They were so curious about what was growing inside of Lauren, and they wondered just how many babies there would be.

Aside from all of that, all they wanted to know was that their baby or babies were healthy. At this appointment, they would get to hear the heartbeat, and see any movements going on! It was a very interactive appointment that had the couple very excited.

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Another Hitch

The appointment started out fine, just as the first one had. The doctor applied the lubricant to Lauren’s stomach, and began applying the machine to her belly to put up an image on the screen.

At first, everything seemed to be fine. It was only when the doctor started to look deeper at the ultrasound that a scared looking started growing on his face. Lauren watching in horror as his expression went from calm to absolute shock, and she only feared for the worst!

What was her doctor seeing?! Click ‘Next’!

How Many?!

Lauren and David held their breath. They could see the screen, but they had no idea what they were looking at. Seconds felt like hours as the doctor scanned her stomach with a look of absolute shock.

Eventually, he spoke. When his voice broke the silence, Lauren heard something she never, ever could have expected. “I count five in there”, is what the doctor stated. As if that wasn’t shocking enough, he quickly added, “Wait a minute! I just found a sixth baby.”

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April Fools

Lauren and David sat in silence. Neither had any idea what to say. Six babies?! They had expected two, maybe three babies total. Never had they expected their doctor to find six!

It was a surreal moment that took both David and Lauren a moment to really let sink in. After all those years of trying, now it was possible that they would be a family of eight. Eight! Lauren half expected the doctor to yell “April Fools!”, but the joke never came. Lauren was pregnant with six children.

All of the questions began piling in. Click ‘Next’!

Excitement and Fear

At first, Lauren and David had a mixed bag of emotions to deal with. They were grappling with the idea of having six children all at once, when before they couldn’t even imagine having one!

It was safe to say that the couple had no idea what to do with the news, at first. They had so many questions, and they didn’t have any idea how they were going to get through a pregnancy that was so much more intense.

This couple was very lucky. Click ‘Next’ to see why.

Help

Once the news broke about their six babies, Lauren and David were informed about all kinds of information and advice to help them. The doctors provided lots of information to read, and gave Lauren strict directions.

In the case of having multiple babies, each would be fighting for the room and nutrients that Lauren provided. However, having six babies was a whole other story. The couple knew that this could be a dangerous pregnancy, both for the mother as well as the children.

What were they going to do? Click ‘Next’!

Complications

Lauren had never considered the fact that some of the babies not get the same nutrients and blood that the others did. She had hoped that her body would respond accordingly and help her take care of them all equally.

In the meantime, Lauren and David were given some options. One of them had to do with the option of reducing the number of babies in the womb. This could be done, in order to give the surviving babies a much better chance of being healthy and making it to term.

What would Lauren and David do? Click ‘Next’!

A Hard Decision

This was a very hard decision for Lauren and David to make. After hoping so hard for one baby, now they had been blessed with six. However, they didn’t want to put any of their babies through pain.

David and Lauren spent long hours trying to decide what to do. There was no telling how Lauren’s body would react to the pregnancy, and they had no idea if their decision would be better or worse for their children.

They had to decide. Click ‘Next’.

Everyone Stays

At the end of the day, it was harder for the couple to fathom denying any one of their babies a chance at life. Any of the consequences would be worth it, to try and give all six a fighting chance.

Lauren was a strong woman, and she felt as though her body would fight for her and her babies. David and Lauren passed on the option to reduce the fetus’, and instead opted to go through with what would undoubtedly be a trying pregnancy.

It was time to start the process. Click ‘Next’!

Team Effort

As soon as the couple made their decision, the wheels were in motion. The doctors promised the that they would do everything in their power to help make this pregnancy a success.

Not only that, but everyone working with the couple at the hospital took extra time and effort to avoid any complications. It was their goal to ensure that each baby came out safely when it was time. Lauren was in for a heck of a ride!

You won’t believe this pregnancy. Click ‘Next’!

Seven Months

Over the next seven months, Lauren’s body started to do some incredible things. Her body had to compensate for all of the little beings inside of her, and her stomach started to stretch to an incredible size.

Lauren started to experience lots of back and foot pain, and it was hard for her to travel very far for very long. Her stretch marks were beautiful lines that only reminded her just how hard her body was working to support the miracles in her belly.

Click ‘Next’! It was time to have a baby!

Labor

Lauren was made aware that she would likely go into labor much sooner than most women. This was because of the size of her stomach, and the room that was needed to house the growing babies.

Eventually, there was no more room left for the babies to grow. Lauren was preparing every single day in case they had to head to the hospital. Both Lauren and David knew what they were going to do, and they had a full plan when the time came.

Click ‘Next’! These babies were on their way!

30th Week

In her 30th week of being pregnant, Lauren started to feel the signs of labor. She was feeling incredible pain, and she began to keep track of her contractions. The couple was excited and very nervous.

They were told to head to the hospital in these cases, since the doctors wanted to be sure that they had the chance to do whatever they could for the children. With that, the couple made their way to the hospital and waited to meet their big family.

Lauren was very early. Click ‘Next’ to see what happens!

Abnormal

For most women, a normal time to go into labor was anywhere from the 38th week to the 41st week of pregnancy. However, because of Lauren’s situation, she was going in much earlier.

In this case, the doctors referred to her babies as “premature”. This meant that they would be much smaller than the regular baby, who had much more time to growth in their mother’s bellies. In this case, the babies would be smaller, and would potentially need to be monitored for a while to make sure they got the nutrients they needed to grow.

The expecting couple was very nervous. Click ‘Next’!

Preparation

Because Lauren was giving birth to six babies, the hospital had to be prepared. They knew all about Lauren, and all of the nurses were informed that they would have to be ready in case they were on Lauren’s shift.

Almost everyone knew about Lauren’s case, and they were all ready to go. It was important that the hospital team work quickly, in case there were any problems. Lauren and David were so grateful for this; it made them feel like their children were in good hands.

It was time to have six babies! Click ‘Next’!

In Labor

When it was time for Lauren to start pushing, the hospital staff was on top of everything. When Lauren was finally wheeled into the delivery room, there were 35 workers waiting for her!

Lauren couldn’t believe that so many people were here, just to make sure that her children were alright. Not only were there 35 people waiting, but there were six nurses who would be assigned to each baby. They would need to receive and prep the baby, and check all of its vitals.

It was actually happening! Click ‘Next’!

Reality Check

As everything began happening in the hospital, it finally hit Lauren that this was really happening. It had seemed like a dream for so long, and now she was about to meet all of her children.

The momma-to-be was mixed with excitement and nervousness. She hoped and prayed that each baby would be okay and that she would be able to take them home soon. It wouldn’t be long before she met them all!

You won’t believe this next part. Click ‘Next’!

Minutes

Lauren was required to have all of her babies via cesarean-section. The whole process was a bit of a blur for the couple, who felt like the entire process only took a few minutes to complete!

In fact, the process really was only a few minutes long—four, to be exact! It was true. All six babies were removed and cleaned up within four minutes, and each one came out screaming and hollering. It was a noisy, busy delivery room; the definition of organized chaos for a brief four minutes.

The babies were very tiny. Click ‘Next’!

Early Babies

As was expected, all of the babies were very tiny when they were born. They had all been sharing quite a small space, and now they needed some extra help to make it the rest of the way.

Each baby only weighed one to two pounds’ total, which was very small. Each of them would needed more attention. However, Lauren and David made sure to name each of the children before they left. In the end, Lauren gave birth to Benjamin, Caroline, Levi, Leah, Allison, and Andrew.

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Lonely Mom

During all of this time, Lauren had been unable to see most of what was going on because of her surgery. The babies were so small that they all had to be taken directly to the NICU unit for more care.

Lauren longed to see her children, and the nurses knew this. Thankfully, each nurse who carried a baby took the time to wheel the child next to their mother, so that Lauren could touch their small hands before they went.

You won’t believe this. Click ‘Next’!

Too Small

The next few days were hard for the new parents. Even though they had just had six children, they weren’t allowed to touch or hold any of them! They were all too small and fragile for contact quite yet.

It was four days before any of the children were strong enough to be in contact with their parents. Allison was the first to be given the go-ahead, and it was a wonderful moment for Lauren and David. The rest would take a little while longer.

This was a scary time for the parents. Click ‘Next’ to see what we mean.

Fragile Things

Over the next little while, all of the babies stayed in the NICU to be looked over by the staff. Because they were so small, they weren’t able to fight off any illness or disease on their own yet.

It was a hard time for their parents. Lauren and David constantly worried for each of their children, and they were constantly praying that all of the children would grow strong and healthy over the next few weeks. Eventually, things started to look up.

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A Long Wait

It was the little victories that kept Lauren and David feeling positive. Each of their babies was getting bigger, and the staff at the hospital were working around the clock to keep them safe.

Eventually, all of the babies were healthy enough that their parents could hold them. Lauren and David would visit the hospital every day and hold each of their babies for a while. It wasn’t until four months later that the babies could go home! Well, most of them.

Why couldn’t all the babies go home? Click ‘Next’.

Little Leah

After four months in the NICU, five of the six babies were released to go home. However, there was one baby, Leah, who had to stay behind. Leah was the smallest baby, and that was for good reason, too!

Little Leah had been at the very bottom of the womb, and the weight of all of the other babies had pressed down on her for quite some time. Leah’s body didn’t end up getting the same number of nutrients as the rest, and her brain developed differently.

Would Leah be okay? Click ‘Next’!

Coming Home

Although Leah struggled more than the rest of her siblings, she was very resilient. Not long after her siblings, Leah finally made the trip home to her family and her parents couldn’t have been happier.

Her parents now had all kinds of preparations completed for Leah, and they knew what they needed to do to give her the extra care she required. After such a long time, the family was finally at home together! Lauren and David looked around and couldn’t believe what they saw.

They were such a blessed family! Click ‘Next’!

Learning Curves

Every single day is a learning experience for David and Lauren. Having one child is one thing, but having six is a whole other monster! It was important for the two parents to be a team and work together.

This meant figuring out feeding schedules, nap schedules, and everything in between. It was a very busy household, but it was one that was filled with love. The couple also had lots of help from their friends and family, who were constantly coming over to help out.

There were lots of people to thank. Click ‘Next’!

Amazing Staff

Lauren and David attribute all of their success to the amazing friends, family, doctors and hospital staff that helped them along the way. Without that extra help, they know they would have been lost.

If you can believe it, Lauren and David’s children are now six years old! All of the kids are growing up perfectly healthy, and their personalities are shining through. Every day the parents look around and are at a loss for how lucky they truly are.

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Going Strong

When it comes to little Leah, she is just as feisty and hilarious as her siblings. Although she will need care for the rest of her life, Leah tries to be independent and even attends a preschool for kids with disabilities.

Even through her adversities, Leah is a positive young lady who is excited about her future. David and Lauren are always so grateful that they decided to give all of their children a chance at a happy life.

It was a happy ending indeed! Click ‘Next’!

Happy Ending

At the end of the day, Lauren and David never could have imagined themselves becoming parents to six children. After all this time, they still think back to the days when they took that trip to Nicaragua.

Ever since then, their lives have been filled with all kinds of blessings, and six in particular. Even though they completely shocked doctors, Lauren and David proved that even couples with pregnancy issues can in fact create their own big, beautiful, happy families.

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