Life with 14 Kids: Octomom Natalie Suleman and Teen Octuplets Share Their Story

Sixteen years after giving birth to the world’s first surviving octuplets, Natalie “Nadya” Suleman, also known as Octomom, is making a return to the spotlight. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Suleman opens up about her journey from sudden fame to raising 14 children as a single mother. With the release of her new Lifetime film and docuseries, she reflects on the challenges, misconceptions, and regrets from her past, including not taking legal action against her fertility doctor.

Suleman reveals that her fertility doctor, Dr. Michael Kamrava, implanted 12 embryos during her final IVF treatment, well beyond the recommended guidelines, which ultimately led to the birth of her octuplets. Despite once dreaming of having a large family, she never anticipated the difficulties that would come with it. Now, she is sharing intimate details about her experiences, motherhood, and the lessons she has learned throughout the years. ‘I Was Octomom’ premieres on March 8, followed by ‘Confessions of Octomom’ on March 10, both on Lifetime.

Through this honest and candid interview, Suleman offers a fresh perspective on her life and the choices she made, shedding light on the reality of raising 14 children. The documentary promises to provide viewers with an inside look at the joys, struggles, and sacrifices that come with such a unique and demanding family dynamic. Don’t miss out on this insightful and revealing look at the truth behind Octomom Natalie Suleman and her teen octuplets’ life with 14 kids.