Bobby and Kenny McCaughey already had one child, but they needed another for total bliss. Kenny had trouble getting pregnant for a long period due to health issues, so the couple decided to try IVF.
Seven embryos were utilized since previous research had shown that only one takes root. But then something unexpected happened: all of the embryos survived. All seven children were born in 1997. It was quite miraculous. At birth, all of the children weighed around one and a half kilos. Unfortunately, two of them were diagnosed with cerebral palsy, but after multiple procedures, they were able to stand and walk.
This story sparked interest in the media, and newspapers began to write about and broadcast about this family. However, problems developed in the household. Money was in short supply… Fortunately, because of the attention surrounding this entire affair, the surrounding people reacted with understanding.
This story sparked interest in the media, and newspapers began to write about and broadcast about this family. However, problems developed in the household. Money was in short supply… Fortunately, because of the attention surrounding this entire affair, the surrounding people reacted with understanding.
Brandon, the young man, wishes to join the army.
Kelsey weighed only 907 grams when she was born. The girl sings brilliantly and aspires to be a singer. Kelsey enjoys singing in the school chorus.
Kenny is a construction student at Des Moines Community College. He had always aspired to be a builder since he was a youngster.
Alexis was born with cerebral palsy and aspires to be a teacher.
Nathan, who was born with cerebral palsy, aspires to be a scientist.
And this is Joel, the last born, who wants to study computer science in college and has already registered at Hannibal-Lagrange University.