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Expecting twins is a rollercoaster of emotions, and for Matt and Jodi Parry, it started with joy and anticipation. Already parents to a son, the couple was thrilled to welcome two more children. However, their happiness turned into fear when their doctor said, “I’m sorry.”
Their twins, Abigail and Isobel, were born prematurely and diagnosed with Down syndrome. The doctor’s unprofessional and discouraging manner left Jodi feeling lost and confused. With odds of one in a million, the Parrys were unprepared and received little guidance on raising children with Down syndrome.
Despite initial fears about their daughters’ futures, Jodi and Matt sought information and support independently. The twins received immense love and care from their family, proving skeptics wrong.
“To this day, I’ll never know what he was sorry for. If I could ever meet him again, I’d like to show him Abigal and Isobel and say why did you say sorry?” Jodi says, adding, “We wouldn’t change Abigail and Isobel for the world now.”
Jodi now questions the doctor’s apology, proud of her daughters’ accomplishments and cherishing them as they are. Five years later, Abigail and Isobel have thrived, defying prejudices and demonstrating that every individual deserves a chance.
This story highlights the importance of seeing beyond a diagnosis and embracing the potential in every life. Abigail and Isobel’s journey is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of family.
