Twins are a rare phenomenon, with only 33 out of every 1,000 births resulting in twins. Identical twins are even rarer, occurring in only three or four out of every 1,000 births. So, when Savannah Combs discovered she was expecting twins, she was overjoyed. But there was an even greater surprise waiting for her – both of her babies had Down syndrome.

Savannah, a 23-year-old woman from Middleburg, Florida, saw this as a blessing rather than a setback. She knew that some people might judge her and her babies because of their condition, but to her, they were incredibly precious. “They’ve been my little gems,” she expressed to News4JAX.

Savannah took to TikTok to share her post-pregnancy journey with her daughters, Kennadi Rue and Mckenli Ackerman. Through their heartfelt videos, they quickly gained a following. In one video, Savannah revealed that she was advised to terminate her pregnancy, but she decided to give her babies a fighting chance. Each prenatal appointment was a blessing for her, and she cherished every moment knowing her twins were alive.

Her husband, Justin Ackerman, was away at boot camp when they received the news about their babies having Down syndrome. Savannah was admitted to the hospital at 29 weeks and delivered the twins, who were born prematurely on May 12, 2021. Due to their early arrival, Kennadi Rue and Mckenli needed to spend a few weeks in the NICU before coming home.

These twins were not only identical, but they were also “mo di” twins, meaning they had their own sacs but shared the same placenta. The combination of being identical twins with Down syndrome is incredibly rare, occurring only once in 2 million births.

Despite their rare condition, Savannah emphasizes that her girls are just like any other children. They have feelings, beating hearts, and the ability to talk and learn. They may have to take some extra steps to reach their milestones, but Savannah believes in their determination. She shares their adorable updates on TikTok, celebrating each milestone and reminding her followers that these children are capable and will succeed with the right support.

While Savannah receives immense love and support, she has also faced criticism from insensitive individuals on social media. However, she has a perfect response for them. She shared on Facebook, “Good thing they weren’t born to you and were born to me. God knew what he was doing by giving these babies to the right parents who would love them regardless.”

The beautiful photo of Savannah with her twins showcases the undeniable love and joy that her family radiates. These girls are a true testament to the power of acceptance, compassion, and the beauty in diversity. Anyone who says otherwise is simply being mean and fails to recognize the preciousness of these individuals.