Nadya Suleman, also known as "Octomom," is the proud mother of 14 children. Originally hailing from California, she has been using social media to share glimpses of their eventful lives. Prior to the birth of her octuplets in January 2009, Nadya was already a mother to Ameerah, Calyssa, Elijah, Jonah, Joshua, and Aidan. The octuplets were named Nariyah, Isaiah, Maliyah, Jeremiah, Noah, Josiah, Jonah, and Makai.
In January 2022, as the little ones turned 13, the California State University, Fullerton graduate commemorated this important occasion with an Instagram tribute. Suleman expressed her admiration for their growth and described them as kind, humble, grateful, and loving individuals. She acknowledged their exceptional qualities and emphasized how they stand out among their peers in today's society. Suleman also praised their selflessness, altruism, lack of materialism, and devotion to God. She humbly acknowledged her immense gratitude for being blessed with such wonderful children and declared her love for them.
In December 2018, the previous psychiatric technician disclosed to The New York Times that she resides with her brood in a three-bedroom townhouse in California. Suleman further revealed that her youngest children take turns sleeping on the couch. The Octomom Home Alone star shared with the outlet that her kids are aware of her previous stay in rehab and participation in a sex tape. She explained that they went through it together, and it was a great relief for all of them when she returned to her true self. Despite financial struggles, it was a blessing to be free from those burdens, as she described them as chains.
In August the following year, she shared details about the extensive care her son Aidan needs due to his severe autism. Suleman affectionately referred to him as her "adolescent infant" on Instagram, explaining that he relies on complete assistance for all daily activities. Aidan is non-verbal and requires support with his feeding, changing, bathing, and constant supervision because he lacks safety awareness and may unknowingly wander into traffic. As his mother, Suleman has been his sole caregiver, a role that encompasses her whole life alongside raising her 13 other children. Her children are her top priority, constituting her entire existence.
Scroll down to view Suleman's most endearing photographs with her children throughout the years, capturing memorable moments from Mother's Day festivities to back-to-school snapshots.
Credit: MOVI Inc. / MEGA
'Octomom' Nadya Suleman's Family Photos Over the Years With 14 Kids
Full house! “Octomom” Nadya Suleman has 14 kids, and the California native has been documenting their busy lives via social media.
The ex-pornographic actress already had six children named Ameerah, Calyssa, Elijah, Jonah, Joshua, and Aidan before giving birth to octuplets in January 2009. The octuplets were named Nariyah, Isaiah, Maliyah, Jeremiah, Noah, Josiah, Jonah, and Makai.
In January 2022, these youngsters reached the age of 13. To mark this significant milestone, the former adult film star and California State University, Fullerton graduate posted an Instagram tribute.
"You are all blossoming into some of the most compassionate, modest, appreciative, and affectionate individuals I have ever had the pleasure of knowing," Suleman expressed in the caption alongside a family photo. "Each of you possesses rare and distinctive qualities that set you apart from others your age, especially in our present society. You selflessly prioritize others, show altruism, reject materialism, and embrace love and obedience towards God... I cannot fathom what I could have done to deserve such abundant blessings. I cherish and adore each and every one of you."
As of December 2018, the former psychiatric technician shared with The New York Times that she resides with her large family in a three-bedroom townhouse located in California. Suleman also disclosed that her youngest children take turns sleeping on the sofa.
Content rewritten:
The Octomom, known for her role in the movie Home Alone, revealed that her children are fully aware of her past stint in rehab and the existence of her sex tape. She expressed that they have experienced it alongside her, and it has brought them immense relief now that she has returned to her true self. Although financial struggles were present, being liberated from those burdens was a tremendous blessing. It felt like breaking free from chains.
In the subsequent August, she shared about the extensive support her son Aidan, who is severely autistic, requires.
In an Instagram post, Suleman affectionately referred to him as her "adolescent infant," highlighting his need for constant support in everyday activities. Aidan is unable to communicate verbally, needs assistance with feeding and personal hygiene, and requires constant supervision due to his lack of safety awareness. Suleman emphasized that she is his sole caregiver and that caring for Aidan, along with her other 13 children, is her whole life. The star of 666: The Devil's Child then expressed her desire to showcase her authentic life to her followers and demonstrate her dedication to motherhood, particularly in response to negative judgment from critics.
Keep scrolling to see Suleman’s sweetest shots with her kids over the years, from Mother’s Day celebrations to back-to-school photos.
[podcast_block]
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
October 2014
Suleman celebrated a successful half-marathon via Instagram with her youngest kids.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
May 2015
“Blessed and grateful for these miracles,” she captioned a Mother’s Day Instagram post.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
November 2015
Suleman showed off her family’s Halloween costumes via Instagram.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
March 2016
The little ones helped their mom prepare for a run.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
July 2016
Suleman posed with her kids while vacationing in their “home away from home.”
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
April 2017
Suleman shared on Instagram that she and her kids have created a special tradition called 'family fun night'. They make it a point to spend quality time together every Saturday night.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
August 2019
The octuplets began their first day of fifth grade with a group photo.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
May 2020
Suleman and her kids celebrated Mother’s Day in their pajamas.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya Suleman/Instagram
May 2021
The following year, Suleman’s kids gave her homemade cards, stuffed animals and flowers for Mother’s Day.
Credit: MOVI Inc. / MEGA
February 2022
The family celebrated the octuplets' 13th birthday with a bowling party in California.
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya "octomom" Suleman/Instagram
August 2022
Suleman posted a picture on Instagram, showcasing the octuplets as they prepared for their inaugural day of school. With utmost pride, she penned the words, "Embrace this significant milestone, my children, for your compassion, courtesy, and assistance towards your peers, teachers, and staff make you exemplary role models for both sixth and seventh graders."
Credit: Courtesy of Nadya “octomom” Suleman/Instagram
May 2023
In celebration of Mother's Day, Suleman delightedly shared an endearing photograph featuring her octuplets. The heartwarming image captures the children sitting together with their mother on the couch, proudly displaying handcrafted cards they created especially for Suleman.