The distress of witnessing two young boys battling a dreadful illness becomes unbearable for viewers. Kimyah and DJ, among the youngest twins to survive a premature birth at the Cleveland Clinic, share their incredible story of resilience with the world.
Born just 11 months ago at 22 weeks, Kimyah and DJ faced immense challenges due to their premature birth. Weighing less than a pound each, their survival odds were initially only 10% to 20%, with possibilities of developmental delays.
Their mother, Kimberly Thomas, faced a terrifying moment when amniotic fluid leakage signaled premature labor.
Despite medical efforts, Kimyah and DJ were born on October 12, 2022, at just 22 weeks and one day. Sized around a soda can and slightly larger, their fragility presented numerous challenges. The family, informed of the slim chances of survival, faced emotional turmoil, uncertain of the twins’ fate.
In their early months, the twins confronted various health challenges, including a collapsed lung and a brain bleed. However, the family remained resolute, with their mother showing incredible determination by spending every night in the NICU. Hindered by their fragile skin, she couldn’t hold them for the first month but regularly spoke to them.
Dr. Firas Saker, the medical director of the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), acknowledged Kimberly’s active role in their growth.
Despite the difficulties, the family maintained a positive attitude, celebrating every little achievement. After spending 138 days in the NICU, Kimyah and DJ, the youngest surviving premature twins at the Cleveland Clinic, finally went home.
To commemorate this milestone, nurses organized special photo sessions, and the twins wore pink and blue caps and gowns for a graduation-style ceremony.
As the family left, the hospital staff lined the hallways for a heartwarming send-off. Kimberly expressed heartfelt thanks to everyone who provided unwavering support, emphasizing the importance of staying positive and focused on one’s goals.
Kamyah and DJ, now thriving and active, serve as a testament to the wonder of life, particularly concerning premature babies and the incredible strength of their parents.
