I had 19 kids but begged my husband for more – now we have 20 but I'm still a hands on parent

The Sun

2 days ago

HAVING a handful of kids can be hard work - so imagine what it's like for Desiree Hart-Spegal who has 20 children to look after.
Desiree, who shares her daily life with her 66,000 TikTok followers, said she had begged her husband to have one more baby when she hit 19.
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In a light-hearted video, husband Christopher could be seen shaking his head to audio that said 'no, no no.'
However, it seems like Desiree got her way, as baby number 20, Zavior Hezekiah Hart, arrived on May 19 this month.
The proud mum showed off photos of her new son calling him 'perfect', and captioning the post: 'Here's your sign to have a 20th.'
On her @perfectly_blended_family account, Desiree answered questions about her family and why they have so many children.
She explained that she had given birth to 12 out of the 20 kids, and there were children from their previous relationships too.
Desiree said that family photos show children who 'his, mine and ours (mine and ours is what I have birthed)' - with the couple sharing nine kids together.
She explained: 'Yes! We're blended! But I would have gladly birthed them ALL.'
As well as feeding so many mouths, Desiree shared how the biggest job is keeping up with the clothes washing.
She told her followers: 'Laundry is my biggest tackle CONSTANTLY. It's the job that never ends!'
The mum shared how her and her husband try to stay present with their kids, and explained: "We just wing it and pay attention!!
I'm a mum-of-10 and I need four trolleys for a weekly shop because making all those packed lunches each day is like preparing for a family buffet
"They also spend time with each other and we also group up to outings!"
Another tricky aspect of having so many kids is getting around, and Desiree shared how they have multiple vehicles.
However, she added: 'We are really thinking about the Mercedes 15 passenger van.'
One of the benefits of having a large family is knowing they will have a support system in the future.
Desiree shared: 'I know they will end up being good friends and making time for each other.'
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One follower asked how they have time and space to make so many kids when they have such a full household.
Desiree explained: 'Oh we have structure. And make sure to put each other first.'
Many people were quick to chime in with their views, with one saying: 'He read 'be fruitful and multiply.' and took it personal lol congratulations and respect!!'
Another added: 'If you guys can do it! go for it!'
A third commented: 'So many beautiful babies.'
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