Nadya Suleman, known as the Octomom after giving birth to the first surviving octuplets in 2009, said she has faced one of the most difficult years of her life, according to E! News.
In an Instagram post on July 13, Suleman thanked her 14 children, her daughter-in-law, and her granddaughter for making her feel special on her birthday. She said that even through a challenging season, she knows her family will be there for her during both good times and bad.
Suleman also shared appreciation for her youngest daughters, Maliyah and Nariyah, who posted their own tribute to her on Instagram the day before. In their message, they thanked their mother for loving and protecting the family, teaching them self-care, and raising them with faith and respect for all living things.
The E! News story notes that Suleman did not say what made the past year so difficult. Her post came after other recent updates celebrating family milestones, including her first grandchild and birthday moments with her children.
