Alicia Dougherty, a mom from the UK, is capturing hearts online with her decision to raise her son and his adopted twins as triplets. With a family of 10 children – six adopted and four biological – Alicia keeps the world updated on their fascinating lives through her TikTok page, “Dougherty Dozen”.

The story of Alicia raising her boy and his adopted twin brothers, who were born in the same year but differ in race and height, as triplets has gone viral. When asked about her “triplets”, Alicia responded, “Our adopted twins and biological son are all born in 2014 and in second grade and have been raised as triplets most of their lives. Don’t tell them they’re not triplets or they will tear you apart.”

This heartwarming decision of Alicia’s has resonated with people online, who have praised her compassion. The bond between the three boys is evident and inspiring. Color and height do not matter; it is the love they have for each other that shines through. One commenter put it beautifully, “Doesn’t matter about the skin color, you can see how much love they have for each other… triplets for life.”

Despite the love and support they have received, Alicia revealed that she has faced online ridicule for having 10 children, including the six she has adopted. Despite the fact that all six adopted children have behavioral issues and suffer from Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), Alicia remains resilient. She refuses to let negativity consume her and her family, as she knows it comes from other people’s insecurities. She appreciates the support of those who have stood by them during these challenging times.

Alicia, known for her transparency, has also shared the cost of her weekly grocery runs for her big family. A haul that includes 25 bananas, 12 pounds of chicken, and 191 bags of potato chips sets her back $1,094, amounting to around $56,000 a year.

With 4.4 million followers and 168.1 million likes on TikTok, the Dougherty Dozen account continues to keep followers updated on the family’s adventures. Alicia and her partner deserve immense respect for creating a loving home for their children. What are your thoughts on Alicia’s decision to raise her adopted twins and biological son as triplets? Share your thoughts in the comments and spread the warmth and love by sharing this heartwarming article on Facebook.