The Frightening Day the Doctors Lost Hope
For Shakhina and Kevin Nadarajah from Canada, the moments surrounding the birth of their twins were filled with terror, not joy. Adiah and Adrial were born after only 22 weeks of gestation—a shocking 126 days early—right at the absolute limit of viability.
At birth, Adiah and Adrial each weighed less than one pound (around 450 grams). They were so fragile that nurses feared even touching their skin. Doctors were forced to give the parents the grim news: the chance of survival was almost nonexistent. It was a heartbreaking moment for the Nadarajah family.
A Hard-Fought Battle in the NICU
The journey for these tiny miracles was a battlefield from day one in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit). Every day brought a new and critical challenge to their survival.
- Major Illnesses: They battled severe conditions, including blood infections (Sepsis), bleeding in the brain (Brain Bleeds), and perforations in their intestines (Intestinal Perforations).
- Five Months of Struggle: The twins spent five long, grueling months in the hospital. Thanks to the relentless dedication of the medical team, the prayers of their parents, and their own incredible fighting spirit, Adiah and Adrial showed remarkable courage. They fought and conquered their illnesses daily.
The Miracle World Record and Going Home
Finally, five months after their terrifying birth, the day arrived that their parents called a “miracle.” The doctors allowed them to go home.
Astonishingly, when the babies were discharged, they required no feeding tubes and no breathing support tubes. This, in itself, was a monumental achievement.
Guinness World Record: The twins’ extraordinary story of survival earned them a spot in the Guinness World Records. They were officially honored as the “most premature twins ever to survive.”
Where Are They Today?
Today, the twins are growing and thriving.
- Adiah is described as a happy and social baby.
- Adrial, though requiring a bit more recovery time, is successfully developing and doing well.
The story of Adiah and Adrial is a powerful reminder that in the battle of life, size or strength does not matter—it is the will to live and the power of hope that triumphs. Their survival story is a source of immense encouragement for families facing similar struggles around the world.