Against the Odds: Mother Gives Birth to Triplets Naturally, Breaking Records
Judit Agota Minda, a 31-year-old from Norway, was taken aback when she discovered she was expecting three children with her boyfriend Glenn, 38, who is now her fiancé. Despite doctors advising her to consider a fetal reduction due to her heart condition, Judit couldn't imagine her life without all three babies, especially since she has always shared an "unbreakable" bond with her sisters.
On January 29 this year, she gave birth to all three babies via caesarean section at 34 weeks. However, the sleep deprivation that comes with having three babies has taken a toll on her mental health, triggering feelings of depression. Judit acknowledges that sleep deprivation is a real issue and can significantly contribute to symptoms of depression, something she had not experienced before.
After living in the US for a while, Judit decided to join her sisters in Norway in 2015. She embarked on a journey to become a primary school teacher, investing four months to learn the language. It was in December 2016 that she met Glenn, a managing director, through a dating website. The connection was strong, and three months later, they moved in together.
In June 2018, Judit received unexpected news – she was pregnant. But the shock intensified when the doctor revealed three distinct heartbeats at just eight weeks into the pregnancy.
"They say there is a one in six million chance for a naturally conceived triplet to go on and have naturally conceived triplets," Judit shared, emphasizing the incredible rarity of their situation.
Judit suffers from tachycardia, a condition that causes an irregular heartbeat, and doctors were concerned about the strain carrying three babies would place on her heart. They suggested a fetal reduction to terminate the weakest baby, giving the others the best chance of survival. Initially agreeing to it, the couple ultimately decided against it.
To document her pregnancy journey, Judit started her Instagram account, where her posts have garnered hundreds of likes from other triplet moms. She candidly shared her experiences with terrible morning sickness, stretch marks, and a weak bladder.
Judit's children – Filip, Amelia, and Henrik – were born weighing 4lb 4oz, 3lb 4oz, and 3lb 3oz, respectively.
"When my babies were placed on my chest for the first time, tears of joy streamed down my face. I had never experienced such an overwhelming rush of love," Judit fondly recalled.
After spending some time in intensive care until they gained enough strength, the babies finally went home. Judit continues to grace her Instagram page with stunning photos of her family-of-five, providing regular updates and candid confessions. In a recent revelation, she shared how becoming a first-time mother to three little babies has transformed her into a "different person." They are currently experimenting with a new sleeping routine.
I have fallen deeply in love, irreversibly. I am now responsible for these little creatures who are completely dependent on me. For the first time in my life, I have experienced moments of depression, along with a strong desire to become a better version of myself. My goal is to raise self-confident and happy children." she expressed.