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Remember Octomom? She’s a grandmother now
BY SARA VALLONE
MAMAS UNCUT
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 2:45 PM
The mom of 14 is sharing her latest major milestone with her social media followers.
Natalie Suleman, formerly known as Nadya Suleman, became a household name when the already mom of six became pregnant with octuplets and welcomed them into the world in 2009.
Now, the proud mom of 14 is celebrating another milestone.
According to her latest Instagram post, the Octomom is now a grandmother.
Suleman revealed that her first granddaughter was born on Aug. 30. She thanked her son and daughter-in-law for “giving us this beautiful gift!”
“We are so blessed that she is a new addition to our family! Baby girl you are so very loved and we can’t wait to watch you grow,” Suleman wrote alongside a photo of the baby girl’s foot.
According to ABC News, Suleman is mom to Elijah, Amerah, Joshua, Aidan, twins Calyssa and Caleb, and her 15-year-old octuplets, Noah, Maliyah, Isaiah, Nariyah, Jeremiah, Jonah, Josiah, and Makai.
The mom of 14 doesn’t post to social media often but does celebrate each of her kids’ birthdays.
Suleman didn’t confirm which of her son’s was the one to become a father. However, in her latest post celebrating son Joshua’s birthday, she called him a “devoted husband and soon to be father.”
Last year, fans were quick to praise Suleman after she shared a selfie at the gym.
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I’ve been asked for years how I stay physically strong and healthy (and mentally sane 😵💫), in spite of my stressful, busy lifestyle with such a big
family. Lifting weights has been my method of constructively channeling stress, consistently, for over 30 years. Weight training has become even more of
a priority subsequent to birthing octuplets, to maintain my strength and mobility alone. As a repercussion of the pregnancy, I sustained three more herniated
discs (had one herniated disc from a work related injury decades ago); bilateral sciatica; damaged sacrum and peripheral neuropathy (and a torn abdominal
cavity to top it off 💁🏻♀️). Such disabilities would render me incapacitated if I were to lead a sedentary lifestyle. Though it seems counterintuitive,
the more active I am, the less pain I experience. Several days without weight training exacerbates my already excruciating back pain and near immobility.
I strive to strength train 3-4 days per week, plus one hour of cardio 4-5 days per week (switched from the stair master to stationary bike years ago).
Fortunately, my kids have adopted the same active lifestyle. My oldest three weight train, far heavier than I, and more frequently. Ironically, my oldest
son Eli, who has been training consistently for three years, has surpassed what I’ve achieved in 30, and loves mocking me at the gym lol. He has encouraged
me however, to lift heavier, using proper technique, which has improved my strength and performance.
To my fellow busy parents out there…never compare yourself to anyone else! Your current fitness level and fitness journey is unique to you, so only strive
to be the best version of yourself. Focus on setting personal goals and aim to achieve them, progressing at your own pace. Lead by example so your children
learn to prioritize physical activity, and encourage them to workout with you!
Do not feel guilty for taking time to renew and recharge. Your family will benefit immensely when you take care of your mind and body, as you will have
more positive energy to give. I would not have the mental or physical wherewithal to do what I do if it were not for working out!
#ParentsLetsLeadByExample
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Sara Vallone is editor of Mamas Uncut, the online place for moms. She writes about the latest in motherhood, parenting and entertainment – all with a mom-focused twist.
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