Jesy Nelson, the former Little Mix star, has brought her twin daughters, Ocean and Story, home after a challenging month in the hospital due to high-risk complications. The singer shared the heartwarming news on June 14, coinciding with her 34th birthday, expressing her joy on Instagram: “My babies made it home for my birthday.”
The touching photo she posted shows Nelson sitting beside her newborn twins, who are peacefully resting in their bassinet. The twins were born to Nelson and her partner, Zion Foster. Their journey to this moment was fraught with difficulties, as Nelson had been diagnosed with pre-stage twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), a condition that can arise in identical twins sharing a placenta.
In March, Nelson revealed the gravity of her situation on social media, explaining that doctors were closely monitoring her pregnancy due to the risks associated with TTTS. “When you have monochorionic diamniotic twins, they can lead to lots of different complications,” she noted, emphasizing that she was undergoing regular scans to ensure the health of her babies.
After undergoing a procedure to address the TTTS, Nelson spent three months in the hospital before giving birth. On March 31, she celebrated Mothering Sunday by sharing positive updates about her pregnancy, reassuring her followers that the operation had been successful and that she was in good hands with her medical team.
Despite the positive news, Nelson remained hospitalized for some time due to concerns about her cervix length, which posed risks of premature labor. During this challenging period, her partner Foster provided unwavering support, reminding her to take it one week at a time.
The couple joyfully announced the arrival of their daughters on May 18, stating, “It all happened so quickly, but we are so blessed that they are here with us, healthy and fighting strong! We’ve never felt more in love.” However, the twins had to spend three weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) due to complications stemming from their early birth.
Reflecting on her NICU experience, Nelson poignantly shared her feelings on Instagram, stating, “Nothing or no one will ever be able to prepare you as a parent for NICU.” She described the emotional turmoil of being unable to hold her babies due to the medical equipment surrounding them. “It’s the most scary overwhelming feeling of emotions not being able to feel like you can protect your babies,” she expressed, recounting the heartache of watching her daughters struggle.
As the twins grew stronger and the medical equipment was gradually removed, Nelson experienced moments of profound joy. “Having them reunited for the first time ever today was the most magical feeling I will never be able to describe,” she wrote. “The strongest little girls I’ve ever known who really do have the most inspiring story to tell.”
In a recent interview, Perrie Edwards, another member of Little Mix, spoke about the ongoing tension between the group after Nelson’s departure. Edwards expressed her sadness over the lack of communication, stating, “We don’t talk, and haven’t done for a long time. It’s really sad, it’s heartbreaking. But sometimes these things happen.”
Despite the challenges, Nelson’s focus remains on her new role as a mother. She has expressed gratitude for the support she’s received and the love she feels for her daughters. As she embarks on this new chapter of her life, fans are rallying behind her, celebrating not only her return home with her twins but also her resilience throughout the ordeal.
The story of Jesy Nelson and her twin daughters serves as a powerful reminder of the strength of motherhood and the importance of support during challenging times. As she embraces her new life, fans are eager to follow her journey and share in the joy of her growing family.