NICU nurse shares why she opened her home to teen with triplets

Neonatal intensive care unit nurse Katrina Mullen, who gave birth as a teen, shares her story of opening her house to a young patient who was pregnant with triplets. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.
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#KatrinaMullen #GoodNews #Nurses

[@kittye311]

this woman is the type of person who should receive help with a gofundme.

[@emiliaescobar7652]

This young teen, was truly blessed to have crossed paths with this amazing Woman! God Bless them all!

[@CaptchaNeon]

@@ladywed2699 Only until she’s 18, once she’s 18, she receives nothing for her adopted daughter

[@addiemggriffin]

@@ladywed2699 the support child services gives barely covers basic expenses

[@nylotus]

@@ladywed2699 You ignorance is what's wrong with this country. She adopted the teenager not all of the kids. The kids are in custody of the mother. So she's taking care of 4 for the price of one and that one check stops in a few months when she turns 18. Perhaps you should educate yourself before joining a public social platform. You'll look less foolish.

[@cynthiacopland8634]

@@addiemggriffin It’s not good at all! Plus, some of the moms aren’t able to go to work bc they can’t afford what limited childcare is available.

[@BunnyQueen97]

She’s going to college 🥲 that made me cry, that girl fought for herself and her children, she reached out a hand and that woman lifted her up ❤

[@DivinityAwakened]

She got a massive handout. Most single mothers don't get everything handed to them like that.

[@user-de4xu3pp9o]

@@DivinityAwakened …ok?

[@nicanchika]

For real. Things for the young lady and her triplets would have been completely different if the NICU nurse had not intervened. That young woman and her children would have just been part of the negative statistics about single mothers in the USA foster/welfare system.

[@BunnyQueen97]

@nicanchika she sounds like a very determined woman and mom, I think she still would have powered through. But I do agree that the NICU nurse helped her break the cycle in ways she never could have all on her own! Says so much about how much we NEED each other ❤️

[@LishB1011]

This is both a heartbreaking and beautiful story. Having a baby in NICU is scary enough. Having 3 of them AND being a kid herself? This woman has such a big heart ❤️

[@LishB1011]

And Sharia wanting to go into social work? That's so wonderful. She deserves the best

[@lolmfs]

I'm not crying I'm not crying I'm not crying I'm not crying.....

[@agentcodybanx8909]

And having them prematurely at 26 weeks. I just love this nurse

[@anniearbogast148]

You did way more than give this girl her roots. You literally gave her another life! God Bless you all & your big family ❤️ You are truly blessed

[@charlie2.048]

Can we also talk about how amazing Shariya is and what she has accomplished. She was a mom of triplets at 14 and she went on to get an ACADEMIC scholarship to college. What a driven young woman. She's going to make an amazing life for her kids with all of their new aunts and uncles and their incredible grandmother.

[@The_Santos_Family]

Like where is her go fund Metz I wanna see her win so bad

[@GiannaL]

@@The_Santos_Family you should really focus on yourself

[@marylindley7480]

​@@GiannaL be useful

[@openminds8765]

@@GiannaL YES Yes yes... totally be self centered and not help others its best to be selfish - NOT - Wh-wha-what that is an embarrassing comment to read and I feel sorry you took the time to write it if that is your attitude in life (I hope you heart softens) Helping others is amazing and is actually helping yourself in the long run....

[@nesha4446]

It is better to give than to receive..We must do unto others as we want to be done to US..God Bless that nurse ❤

[@scrappingscootergirl]

I cant imagine being pregnant at 14 and then finding out it was triplets. To then to give birth alone only to face being separated from your babies as well! So happy this amazing woman stepped in to support this girl and babies so they could stay together! Congrats to you on going through everything you did and still getting your high school diploma your scholarship too!

[@ridleyramos7657]

There are many girls like her, and many don't have survival skills. We as a society should push for reproductive knowledge and the schools should also explain in depth the consequences of teen pregnancy, a life altering, very tough experience. Often, these babies end up in foster homes, or committing crimes, or drug addicts. If a 14 year old can't drive or drink alcohol, how are they entrusted to have kids and prevented from accessing abortion services... For one success story, there are dozens heartbreaking outcomes.

[@shawneenhammer4241]

​​@@ridleyramos7657 ✌️♥️🌏🌎🌍🤔🫵

[@djennesirus6052]

@@ridleyramos7657 it is taught in health class the problem is what is not being taught at home

[@c4tac133]

@@djennesirus6052 if not at home, they should probably be taught in science class

[@kaytee5031]

@@djennesirus6052 is it though? I can answer for you, ITS NOT. There are SO many abstinence only states in the US. Meaning THATS ALL THEY CAN TEACH. And it’s proven not to work.

[@annesullivan2993]

I can't even imagine how frightening it must have been to be pregnant with triplets at only 14 years old and not have family support to get through it. So glad that Katrina Mullen stepped up for this young mother and those babies.

[@tracyclark7560]

frightening to take in an unwed pregnancy times 3

[@RacingSnails64]

@@tracyclark7560More frightening to think who would leave a 14 year old pregnant girl to fend for herself.

[@ANGELSLVME]

Where is her BIRTH MOTHER/ FATHER??what about the teen father of these babies????😢

[@jenniferokazaki7714]

As a family physician and on-call ER surgeon, I owe everything to the nurses who are truly the backbone of the medical profession. This RN is a pure example of the kind of big heartedness that is required to provide the care that is needed; they go hand in hand. (hugs)

[@godsgirl7201]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@julee5071]

That teen is so lucky to have met a woman like that. She is a single mom for five and she still opened her house for a teen mom because she knows how hard it is. And the teen wants a better future for her kids and is working towards it. Their story is amazing. I hope they're blessed with the things they need.

[@The_Santos_Family]

I wish I would had someone like this but instead I found myself homeless only to join the military and experience more horrible things. But yet still I rose. Never give up

[@JW-jj6sb]

This is feminism in action. Women helping women take care of themselves.

[@moniquejordan2712]

She's not lucky..she was blessed and favored by GOD HIMSELF

[@belle3055]

@@moniquejordan2712 was she also blessed to get pregnant at 14?

[@santelaneal5374]

I’m a single mother of soon to be 3 year old twins, and I have no help. Watching this brought me to tears. It just inspired me to keep moving, keep going and pushing toward my goals in life. This family is incredible, I wish for them a fruitful life and many blessings. There are still gems in this world no matter how wicked, protect this family at all cost

[@npeace312]

My best advice is to find a church. They will be your family. God bless you!

[@ina-wo2xl]

Of course you need to push forward. I am sure you are tired but you have done so much already. You are raising them on your own and they are almost three. Be strong ,set goals and make plan . kids are growing. It will be easier little by little. Never give up . You are so strong. God bless you and keep on a good work you are already doing.

[@javiruiz8365]

It’s time to get a job and stop depending on people to take care of that little bas……..!

[@comoelitamelendez8467]

It takes a village and I pray God puts the right people in your path to help you with your babies!

[@javiruiz8365]

@@comoelitamelendez8467 god is pist!!! He is tired of nonsense

[@pamelacaro8556]

She’s proud of what she’s accomplished as a mom of 3. What an inspiration and reminder that our communities can do so much to help these mommas out 💕

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi 👋 how're you doing?

[@MoneyMan28]

@@franklinstephen3268 ok you

[@franklinstephen3268]

@@MoneyMan28 I'm good thank you for asking, it's my pleasure meeting with you here. Where are you from?

[@MoneyMan28]

@@franklinstephen3268 usa u

[@meno4054]

My first "baby" was triplets. I was 29 and married and I still can't remember how we survived those first few years. We spent a few months in the NICU. It was a scary time. I am so glad this fellow Hoosier reached out and helped this woman and her babies. She is truly a Saint. God Bless them all.

[@kathleenmoore9534]

Have faith in Jesus alone to be saved. ❤

[@ACB2K]

This lady is a real angel. She took this young girl and her 3 babies into her home, and love in them and helped them. She didnt try to adopt the babies and remove them from their mother, she adopted ALL of them.. universal blessings to you ,ms lady.

[@elizabethjarvie6077]

She just adopted the daughter so she's grandma to the triplets. And they have 5 uncles! 😍 🥰 🤩 😘 😇

[@Valen_Wolf]

​@Elizabeth Jarvie Isn't it just such an incredible story? I loved this outcome!

[@elizabethjarvie6077]

@@Valen_Wolf Absolutely amazing!

[@vsimp888]

May God continue to Bless all of you! Such a great story. Nurse you are GOAT 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️

[@vuksgitau]

A very young mom 14 with three babies that is so scary. Beautiful babies. I wish this family a very happy life.

[@electrodynamicorb6548]

Not as scary as being responsible and using protection

[@betsyb]

@@electrodynamicorb6548 you don’t know her story. accidents happen, condoms break, people get assaulted. and even if she was being irresponsible, she clearly loves her kids and is doing everything she can to be a good mom, which is more than a lot of mothers out there can say. you’re just bitter

[@thenamelessyoutuber]

@@betsyb yawn

[@eliciaellis7428]

​@@electrodynamicorb6548 Remember what it was like to be a teen?Making and doing irresponsible things,and then you learn from these things and GROW UP!Be Blessed ❤

[@betsyb]

@@thenamelessyoutuber i hope you can find some joy in your life one day

[@coco_b]

Not even ONE mention of needing money. I can’t imagine how they do it. What a beautiful family.

[@veronicashields4405]

One of my coworkers wound up doing this for a friend who fell on hard times, adopting both of her kids in addition to her own four so the siblings wouldn't be separated. It's amazing how much change one person willing to take on the cost of compassion can make in children's lives.

[@mimirw8031]

I cried a bit watching this. This young lady got an opportunity not many get. Thank goodness for this lady!! I hope to see an update in the future.

[@cewe2003]

My gosh, to be 14 and pregnant with triplets. That poor child. So glad the nurse had a big enough heart to support this child and take her in.

[@mattbosley3531]

That "poor child" was obviously out doing things she should not have been doing at the age of thirteen or fourteen. Where were her parents? Also, she could have given the babies up for adoption. It would have made her life much easier. Not ready to be mother of three babies at age fourteen. This story worked out well but many do not.

[@nickibaby4717]

​@@mattbosley3531 It's disgusting but I'm glad those babies are taken care of.

[@mackenziewilliams4507]

I thought my grandma was brave for having twins at 14 (she was Native American and married) but this young woman is amazing!!

[@AseAleisha]

​@@mattbosley3531 if u listened she didn't have a mom

[@FEED_ME_A_STRAY_CAT]

​@@mattbosley3531 I mean a lot of young teen moms are r*pe victims, stop judging a CHILD, weirdo

[@SMNC-mf4fb]

They all needed each other and found each other. You can see the love and tbh that’s really all that a family is and should be. DNA or not. Such a beautiful story. ❤️

[@Jesus.saved.me2000]

Raising kids definitely takes a village. That woman is an angel for keeping the family together. She's literally glue that keeps them together!

[@emilyfarris3510]

She's a wonderful human being. 🥰

[@scw77]

He’s a fraud.

[@birdieorourke5507]

Absolutely. She really saved the day. Hard any 14 year old been a Mum to one but, to three and then worring that child services will steal them from her is so distressing. Not there to help but, to threaten to take her babies how terrible until an angel steps up to help...Wouldn't have had to if child services actually HELPED but, it appears their only role is to judge, nit help, offer no assistance just BREAK UP LOVING RELATIONSHIPS....T.G that nurse did more than anyone could expect.

[@ananolastname1605]

@@birdieorourke5507 of course they're legal human trafficking. What more do you expect besides them tearing apart families?

[@jenniferc3268]

This made me cry . I was a teen mom had my son @ 16 years old . I am weeks always from graduating nursing school . I did that !!!! This hit home because I knew I was going to be judged by others but with the grace of god the help of my mother I succeeded !!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@prettyxbonez96]

Omg CONGRATULATIONS GOOD JOB MAMA ❤❤❤ *Teen Mom here

[@tajr.2650]

That’s wonderful!! Congratulations on your accomplishments!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Keep telling your story as inspiration. ❤

[@massabielle2821]

FAB-ulous!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations! This is so inspiring for sooooo many reasons, Jennifer! Keep being the force, and keep turning to God, as 😇 He has blessed you with your mom, and your powerful strength………👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@annemacleod1421]

Be proud of yourself, Jennifer. Your life experience will make you a better nurse. You know how to act when under pressure! Cheers from New Zealand. 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@godsboldbeautiful1440]

CONGRATSSSSSSS GOD IS TRULY AWESOME SO HAPPY AND PROUD OF YOU

[@Marinavis]

This is absolutely beautiful. It’s truly hard when you have no parents, no guidance, no help… and you don’t know how to ask. So the fact that this woman opened her home to 4 people is amazing. The girl who had the babies looks like an outstanding Woman & she’s going to do great. I love this 👏🏻 finally something positive on the internet with all of this chaos going on…

[@vegasgirl3538]

I agree. Kids from tough backgrounds rarely get a break in life. It's nice to see one get a helping hand and land on her feet.

[@ItzJustMia]

Woman like these are what make me have hope our society can do better as a whole, she took in a struggling girl with 3 small babies, no mother or father and an aunt who most likely couldn’t take care of her or those 3, it’s because of this ladies generosity that this woman was able to get back on her feet and work her way towards big dreams! Kudos to this woman for making a total strangers life a whole lot better!

[@Renae5147]

Nicu nurses are truly something else. When my mom was pregnant with me she was extremely high risk and was completely alone. She had a 50% chance of dying, in the hospital she met a Nurse who always stayed by her side. She’d always hang out with her in her room and became like a mother figure to her. She promised my mom that had she died she’d immediately take me and adopt me. My mom chose to name my middle name after her. Sadly, we came back to find her 4 years later and realized she had cancer and had to leave. Wherever you are Renae, thank you for protecting my mom and me.

[@GypsyGirl317]

Wow, that's so beautiful.

[@tertuetken565]

NICU Nurses are Angels. Bless them. The very best Educators for New Moms & Dads.

[@c.t.murray3632]

This instant grandma is the most wonderful person. wow love to all the family.

[@raytayboogie]

More kindness and empathy like this 🙌🏽 I hope she and the mom of triplets receive so many blessings!!

[@jewelpoole9191]

She has such a big heart, God bless her and her family.

[@penelopepitstop762]

I can’t even imagine how scary to be only 14 with triplets and alone. It’s hard enough with one! Without her help it would have been impossible. So glad she adopted her and now has 3 grandchildren!

[@cindytoblea]

I am from the Philippines and have nothing but great admiration and joy on the outcome of your immeasurable love and concern towards each other. May the good Lord continue to look after you in every way 🙏❤

[@patbowman6723]

The world needs more people like her.

[@theypraisequeenj2571]

Bro I saw this girl on TikTok when she was pregnant and I guess the hate made her delete her account but I finally found her again. Very glad she is doing well

[@penelopepitstop762]

I never saw it, but I can imagine the things people said to her and I bet some were grown people who forgot what it’s like to be a teenager. But, it looks like she’s on her way to success and will show them all wrong.

[@QueenC1992]

What’s her fb name

[@prettyxbonez96]

Let's face the fact that people literally hate Women in general and will tear you down regardless.

[@angelamarie4137]

My Dad left when I was 13 and my mother was mentally ill and not taking care of me. So I had to take care of myself, and my home situation was awful. A local family eventually took me in. I felt that pain in my heart when she said she was pretty much alone in the hospital giving birth and didn't really have anyone. I was never a teen parent, but I can imagine how scared I would be to be 14-15 as a parent of preemie triplets. I'm glad she has a mother now herself. Family isn't always blood and people need to remember that. Some of us have to find our families.

[@tammyfoster6223]

beautifully written

[@alondrachavez1855]

Thank you for sharing. Hope you are at a happy place now.

[@angelamarie4137]

@@alondrachavez1855 I'm doing very well, thank you. 🙂 Happily married for 22 years and we have have four amazing kids.

[@melliecrann-gaoth4789]

@@angelamarie4137 ❤

[@awkwardsanchez6231]

I don’t practice nursing anymore but I’m proud to be a nurse!! So much compassion this lady has.

[@becri567]

This woman is amazing and should be more people in the world like this

[@sarinityandcalm4157]

What an absolute angel that women is ❤

[@sele8235]

Yes!

[@javiruiz8365]

Wait!!! She is not transgender?

[@calisongbird]

*woman

[@sarinityandcalm4157]

@Javi Ruiz you must not be smart or educated, that's pretty obvious. You also would never be the type of person that would be recognized for doing good in the world. Our society is dwindling away by bottom feeders such as yourself.

[@jennyl.2689]

That nurse helped that teen make a life for herself. She can now go to the university, graduate, and help her triplets which are adorable. The nurse is a wonderful human being which exemplifies kindness. She is passing it on to her new family! ❤❤❤

[@JamStarMom]

Incredible lady. May she be blessed 10 fold for opening her heart and home. And blessings on young mom for keeping her eyes on the prize. She will go far and be a role model for her babies❤

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Katrina stepped up when many would not. The triplets are absolutely adorable. Shariya and her kids will succeed because of this beautiful nurse giving her a home and family. God bless them all. ❤️🇨🇦

[@sharonspencer2312]

For this young girl to even try to raise her babies in the 1st place is so amazing!!! Thank God for this nurse who recognized her efforts & helped her. God bless you all!!!

[@morph261]

god didnt help this girl raise these kids. god let it happen. bless the woman who took her and her kids in. she deserves ALL the credit not some imaginary being.

[@Valen_Wolf]

​@Morph You're wrong sir. Now go believe what you want.. And so will the rest of us.

[@morph261]

@@Valen_Wolf how am i wrong? who decided to take that girl and her kids in was it god taking care of her or that amazing nurse who did that? i dont see god anywhere in that video.

[@not-even-german4892]

"to even try" key words 😅

[@Jane..497]

Such positive news is very much needed

[@silentnight9655]

You can say that again.

[@rosetheis1403]

Agreed

[@hootilyhoot]

I will never forget the 16 yo single mom of Nicu twins that were next to my nicu twins. We both spent months there. I was 30 and still terrified and overwhemed and I had a husband for support. I can't imagine handling it all at her age. I hope she had support. I hope they all went on to live happy lives. ❤❤

[@rissyxo224]

This might be one of the biggest act of kindness I have ever heard of. WOW 💖💖 HER HEART IS AS BIG AS THE UNIVERSE

[@LissetteLissie]

It's crazy how she got adopted but looks like her kids. They say when you love someone so much, you start to look like them. She has a mom now and brothers that will protect her. And instant grandbabies is such a bonus blessing!! God bless this entire family!!!

[@calisongbird]

Ummm… her babies are hers biologically. Why would she not look like them? Her being adopted has nothing to do with that. Go back to high school biology….

[@mima_8484]

​​@@calisongbird 🤦‍♀️ the commenter meant how much the teen looks like her now adoptive siblings not that the triplets were adopted...you wanna go off about biology try some reading comprehension

[@joycelynbaiden6960]

@Tamara😂😂😂, that's right!

[@TheFirstHurrah]

​@@mima_8484 It's not poor reading comprehension; the original comment is not written well.

[@mima_8484]

@@TheFirstHurrah I mean sure for some people maybe...other people understood it though 🤷‍♀️

[@monkeysluvdani]

To go into foster care possibly being separated from her babies is absolutely insane to me. So glad this woman was there. They were meant to find each other! ❤

[@chronicfish]

She's going to be around 35 years old , when her triplets will be adults. That's mind boggling to me and yet very courageous of her and inspiring

[@LL949]

What I love about such initiatives is that people realize that those little humans did not ask to be here. They should not suffer because of other people their decisions. They deserve love, safety, and equal opportunity. People like this nurse make sure that is made possible 🙏

[@silentnight9655]

An earth angel sent to help three beautiful babes and their young mum. A baby (or three) is always a blessing.

[@gymnasticsgirlie0647]

OMG this is LITERALLY going to be my life. I'm 16 right now, but when I'm older I want to do foster care, have a lot of kids but especially sibling groups, and be a NICU nurse!

[@Nirrrina]

I hope you make it. It's going to be a long road but if you put your mind to it you'll succeed.

[@pamcianci8281]

God bless you. I’m a Nurse Practitioner/Professor of Nursing now, but had a rough start in life and didn’t go to nursing school until I was in my mi-30’s with three kids! I was a part-time cleaning lady to try to help pay the bills in the meantime. Just DO what you want and don’t let anyone step on your dreams. NOW my kids are successful adults - one is a doctor and the girl is a nurse/lawyer! My grandaughter is an ER doctor, married to a sweet & wonderful cardiologist. Hard work gets you there and you’ll find your way.

[@confessorsedai]

The world needs more of this! ♥️

[@tl9611]

I went through nursing school with two small kids I had a great support system which helped me get through it. Support systems are such a vital source to success.

[@kayla7562]

That woman is a queen 🙌🏼 ❤ so glad she gave this young family a shot at life. And she gets to be a grandma 🥰

[@theusagiverment]

Nurse Katrina ain't nothing but a blessing!! This made me cry tears of joy ❤❤❤❤❤. Beautiful story

[@cjlucas7115]

These women are absolutely amazing. What a wonderful legacy of love and family they have created. The nurse a teen mother herself understood what journey her adopted daughter was about to take. Perhaps her journey as a former Teen Mom Was preparing her for this part of her life with a new daughter and grandchildren. Perhaps this gives us A New Perspective of why we travel the past we do. God bless them and their family and well wishes for the best Mother's Day Ever for them. They are true inspiration to us all

[@LoveAlways_Brea]

When I say the tears on my faaace! Like amongst all the hurt in this world, there are still beautiful souls like her in this worlds. Hands down something I would do. My heart is bigger than my chest ❤🥹

[@kellyedes6318]

This woman is amazing. What she did was change this young girls life forever. I'm glad they both are doing well.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how are you doing?

[@missdesireindependance5194]

The nurse is a wonderful person for giving this young woman a family and community!❤

[@acmeallpurpose4974]

What an amazing woman, both of them. I am just in awe.

[@erinmalone2669]

14 with triplets? Oh my god. She’s so lucky to have found kindness.

[@shidahmwenifumbo937]

The best or nothing Well done nurse and this story made my day on this Good Friday

[@lavernebrown624]

Yes😊😊😊😊😊

[@birdieorourke5507]

Absolutely. New beginnings. God is love and that nurse an instrument and that young mother willing and able to keep her three babies and try to better her life to provide for them. The Lord works in mysterious ways 🙏 His protection saved them from being split up by a group who appears to love dividing and not helping families. Adoption or fostering is for the unwanted or abused there appears to be none of that she just needed help.

[@kaylab2820]

As someone who works in a NICU, I appreciate what you did for this mom!

[@MoneyMan28]

Don't help breeders or they will continue to breed more mouths to feed everyday

[@triceyg2014]

Oh, this was so beautiful! I'm literally crying 😭

[@travis9226]

Praise God for that lady. Young lady is in safe hands.

[@achanwahn]

To go alone for such a traumatic event and end up getting a mom of her own is so beautiful

[@lacyrussell6688]

This woman is the definition what an empath looks like. May her life before of love, and good health.

[@kathleenschoultz]

what a amazing human, i just smiled, we need more humanity like this

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋 how're you doing?

[@shendaraalshedir1933]

This nurse is the most beautiful human being...bravo ma'am!! And her beautiful new teen daughter, what an AMAZING young woman to do her best to raise TRIPLETS as a child herself. There is so much strength and love and beauty in this Family's story. And oooohhh those little babies...so so beautiful!!! THIS is what a real Family is all about. Bless this wonderful Family of Ten!!🤗💖🍀🐾🌈☮️🇨🇦

[@jamie9238]

Wow that girl is going to be something great in this world. You don’t just get this chance for nothing. Her and her babies obviously have a biiiig purpose here in this world. The universe brought them together for a reason

[@margaretmaloney5302]

This nurse is the ultimate person we all wish we could be! A pure angel. I have shared this clip with my family as the ultimate Easter story. Gives us all hope in a world that seem against us so often. I am humble by the generosity that went way above and beyond. Her spirit infused in that young girl, 4 lives saved, 4 lives forever changed. God bless you

[@Cindy-sb5dv]

Young....yet facing a life changing situation. NICU nurses see some of the very very ill and sick babies born..... Family: New mum New daughter New grandma New brothers New sisters And what a blessing and joy...... Blessings to this family...... 💕💕💕

[@knightartorias1825]

Excellent news story. I love how the focus was equally on the strength of the mother and the nurse. Both are great!

[@maunarose]

Moms just out there ruling the world ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ethanwhitlock]

Amen

[@candicane1]

Oh my! My daughter is 14 and I cannot imagine! This nurse is an angel. May God continue to bless this family!

[@DFergie722]

She's an awesome woman for taking on a teen and triplets when she already had five of her own. Let's not overshadow the 14 year old who worked hard to keep her babies and graduate high school with an academic scholarship. She's overcome a lot at such a young age. Wonderful young lady.

[@Tembershorts]

My parents adopted a little baby boy even after having ten other children. He is an amazing part of our family and i couldnt see it any other way

[@lavernebrown624]

There are ANGELS who walk this earth. Not a lot. But if you are very very very lucky you will find one. Lucky person Sharia. Angel Katrina. What a woman!!!!! Omg. God will bless continuously.

[@maggiecastillo22]

You’re one blessed girl! Not everyone gets a blessing this big after having nothing.

[@me-ro1me]

Some people are amazing! And these two woman fit the bill big cheers for the both of them lifting each other up!

[@hayleyferguson5284]

CPS need to stop stealing children off parents when their kids have health issues. This is such a beautiful story of love and what’s possible. I’d hate to think what would’ve been the outcome if this beautiful NICU nurse hadn’t of stepped in. So happy for all involved 🫠😍

[@TheSonicZeldaFan]

The teen had to be removed from her home. CPS only does that if there's a true danger to her. Odds are you aren't going to find someone who will take in a teen and three infants so separation is the only choice for the safety of all involved.

[@ameilliah3913]

I love it, this is what opportunity looks like. I am so excited for your biological family and adopted family! Excell young lady, you got this! And to the momma that helped her instead of hindering her, may God shine his light in all you do. Many blessings 🙌 🙏 ✨️

[@stardust4987]

With so much ugliness in the world it makes the heart fill with joy to see such a giving women.

[@cassidylopez671]

This is the most beautiful, heartwarming, sweetest thing I’ve seen❤ Both moms in this story are HEROS. Having triplets at 14 ?! Single mom to 5 takes them all in ! What a gorgeous family. I think this mom deserves an all expenses paid vacation !!

[@kristiemiller4752]

I literally can’t stop crying!!!!! This family is every bit of amazing. I felt her when she said she didn’t have a mom.

[@its__justb]

The nurse is an angel in human form ❤

[@TaraVon]

I worked in my states foster care system a few years ago and this story brought me to tears! Everyone deserves a loving, supportive family. This woman has a heart of gold. I would love to donate some money to help with costs. Feeding all those mouths can’t be easy. Anyone know if theirs a go fund me set up?

[@daniburke9452]

She adopted all 3, which means she receives money for taking care of the mother and the 3 babies

[@laytonjames6418]

​@@daniburke9452ahh no she only adopted the mother of the triplets

[@Moving_Forward247]

This lady deserves a medal-I am so happy to hear this story. Inspiring!

[@chachachaudhary2045]

What a woman ! A heart bigger than the universe. Lots of love and blessings

[@sharonsolana]

May God richly bless this wonderful family! ✝

[@gothgirlpunk1919]

Having one kid at birth is hard to do but 3 at one time and if you have no support system I am so glad this nicu nurse step up for her because a little help goes a long way

[@olubukolaadetosoye1589]

Grandma deserves an award 🎉❤

[@echofoxtrot2.051]

That's selflessness. Rare self-sacrifice for another. Beautiful story! We need more people and more nurses like her!

[@tiffydidit]

This is awesome. I just want to know: who got this child pregnant‽ Was the father also a teenager? Usually when a 8th/9th grader is pregnant, they've been preyed on by an adult. 🤨

[@Stina85]

BRB gonna go cry now. This was the sweetest story I’ve seen in a long time. 😭💖

[@sagewisdom3371]

This is so heartwarming, she is truly an angel!

[@brightpage1020]

Amazing - what a young Mom can do… with the right support behind her. Fantastic moms, both of them. Way to go, Smart, Pretty Momma’s!

[@niani8359]

This nurse literally gave this girl another chance at life. Incredible!

[@fwill4923]

Kudos to that young lady for trying to have a bright future. Not only trying to take care of her children but continuing her education

[@kellibryant707]

This is the most beautiful story ever. I too, am a nurse and was a teen parent. God bless you all! What a lovely family!

[@rlj1487]

Omg this is such a heartwarming story. You get it girl. The woman that brought these four kids in without a hesitation is a angel to this young mother and her 3 adorable kids.