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Thorns sextuplets. The family at their home in Northfield, Birmingham
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Thorns sextuplets. The family at their home in Northfield, Birmingham
Thorns sextuplets. The family at their home in Northfield, Birmingham. Mr and Mrs Thorns smile happily with (left to right) Julie, Roger and Susan. 21st December 1968
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Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21673505
© Mirrorpix
Babies Births Fertility Treatment Medical Multiple Births Sextuplets Tree
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In this heartwarming print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 1960s, a time when medical advancements in fertility treatment were still relatively new. The image captures the Thorns sextuplets and their beaming parents at their home in Northfield, Birmingham on a joyous Christmas day - December 21st, 1968. Mr and Mrs Thorns radiate happiness as they proudly stand with their three eldest children - Julie, Roger, and Susan. This rare moment freezes in time the incredible miracle of multiple births through IVF or other forms of fertility treatment. The Thorns family's story is one that exemplifies hope and perseverance against all odds. The six adorable babies born into this loving household brought immeasurable joy not only to their parents but also to those who witnessed this extraordinary event. Their arrival was undoubtedly a cause for celebration during the festive season, symbolized by the beautifully adorned Christmas tree standing tall behind them. This photograph serves as a reminder of how far medical science has come in helping families realize their dreams of parenthood. It encapsulates both the challenges faced by couples struggling with infertility and the triumphs achieved through modern medicine. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of awe at witnessing such an extraordinary moment captured forever on film – a testament to love, resilience, and the power of family bonds.
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