Mom of Rare Down Syndrome Twins Shuts Down Critics with Jaw-Dropping Photo
The number of twin births has increased by 72% between 1980 and 2018. Even with this rise, twins are still uncommon, with only about 33 out of every 1,000 births being twins. Identical twins are even rarer, happening in just three to four out of every 1,000 births.
Savannah Combs, a 23-year-old from Middleburg, Florida, was overjoyed to learn she was expecting twins. Her happiness grew even more when she discovered that both babies had Down syndrome.
This news was emotional for Savannah and her husband, Justin Ackerman. They understood that their babies might face challenges, but Savannah saw the uniqueness of their situation as something very special.
Savannah shared her pregnancy and the journey with her twins on TikTok, quickly gaining a following. She showed the ups and downs of her experience, sharing both the struggles and the joys. Despite being encouraged to abort the babies, Savannah chose to keep them, seeing each prenatal appointment as a gift.
At 29 weeks pregnant, Savannah went to the hospital and gave birth to her daughters, Kennadi Rue and Mckenli Ackerman, on May 12, 2021. The twins arrived two months early and spent time in the NICU.
Savannah explained that her twins were “mono di” twins, meaning they had their own sacs but shared a placenta, making them identical. Having identical twins with Down syndrome is extremely rare, occurring in about one in 2 million births.
Savannah believes her daughters are just like any other children. They have emotions, hearts that beat, and are learning to talk and do other things like typical kids.
Though they may develop a bit slower, Savannah is sure they will meet all their milestones. She shares their progress on TikTok, showing how, with determination, they can accomplish anything.
Sadly, not everyone has been supportive. Some people criticized Savannah and her family on social media. In response to a harsh comment suggesting that the babies should be adopted, Savannah responded perfectly.
She wrote on Facebook, “Good thing they weren’t born to you and were born to me. God knew what he was doing by giving these babies to the right parents who would love them regardless.”
Celebrating Precious Lives
Savannah’s story with her daughters, Kennadi and Mckenli, shows the strength of love and acceptance. Her journey highlights how special her twins are and reminds us that every child, no matter their condition, deserves love and care.
This family’s resilience and joy serve as an inspiration to many.
