When Savannah Combs discovered she was pregnant with identical twins, she was overjoyed. However, her happiness was soon tempered by the news that her babies would be born with Down Syndrome. The first-time mom was shocked, emotional, and worried about the challenges her babies would face.
Savannah admits that she initially cried thinking about the judgment her babies would receive from others. But as she came to terms with the news, she realized that her babies would be unique and rare. The chances of having identical twins are already low, at 3 or 4 in 1000, and the addition of Down Syndrome made them one in 2 million.
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Savannah and her husband welcomed their twins, Kennadi Rue and Mckenli Ackerman, in May 2021. Despite being born premature, the girls are now two years old and thriving. Their parents have been sharing their journey on TikTok, where they have gained a massive following of over 264K followers.
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Through their social media posts, Savannah and her husband aim to show the world that children with Down Syndrome can lead normal lives. They want to spread awareness and break down stereotypes surrounding the condition. As Savannah puts it, “They’re just like us. I’m not going to treat them any differently because they have Down Syndrome.”
The family’s TikTok videos showcase the twins’ daily life, from playing and laughing to learning and growing. Savannah and her husband are proud parents who are dedicated to giving their children the best possible life. Despite facing criticism and negativity from some, Savannah remains steadfast in her love and devotion to her twins.
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In response to a hurtful comment from someone who said they would give up their babies if they were born with Down Syndrome, Savannah had the perfect reply. “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.”
