No, a Woman Didn’t Give Birth to 14 Babies — It’s Just a Viral Hoax

A story claiming a 23-year-old woman gave birth to 14 babies in one delivery has gone viral — but it’s completely false. No hospital, doctor, or trusted news outlet has confirmed it. Fact-checkers like Snopes and AFP have debunked the claim.

The real record? Eight babies born at once — the famous “Octomom” case from 2009. Even that required intensive medical care and was extremely rare.

Some women, like Mariam Nabatanzi from Uganda, have had many children over time due to rare conditions, not in a single delivery. Other stories, like a Chilean woman claiming 58 kids, turned out to be exaggerated.

These fake stories often use edited or unrelated photos to grab attention. They spread fast because they shock people — but they’re not true.

The truth: No one has ever had 14 babies at once. Always check with trusted sources before sharing sensational claims.