Mom Gives Birth to Quadruplets, Doctor Amazed by Their Faces: A 1 in 11 Million Chance

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in March 2020.

Surprise and Excitement Ahead of Birth

Jenny Marr and her husband Chris from Dallas never expected their family to grow from two to six. Jenny recalled the shock of their early ultrasounds:
“At first, I thought there was no heartbeat. Then came one, then two… and finally three heartbeats. It was terrifying.”

Later, their doctor’s sonographer revealed an even bigger surprise. “I’m not supposed to tell you, but there are four babies,” Jenny remembered, leaving the couple speechless.

A Remarkable Pregnancy Without Fertility Drugs

The quadruplets—Hudson, Harrison, Henry, and Hardy—are identical, a result of one egg splitting four times after fertilization. Remarkably, Jenny did not use fertility treatments. She joked, “It was a two-bottle-of-wine kind of night.”

Identical quadruplets are extremely rare; only 72 cases have been documented worldwide, with most being girls. This makes the Marr family’s boys all the more extraordinary.

Closeup of the newborn identical quadruplets, Photo Credit: themarrthemerrier/Instagram — *Closeup of the newborn identical quadruplets, Photo Credit:* themarrthemerrier/Instagram

Preparing for Life with Four Newborns

Jenny expressed concerns about practical challenges ahead:
“I drive a Honda Accord, and Chris has a truck. How will that work? We need a bigger car for sure.”

Both Jenny and Chris grew up as only children, so raising quadruplets is a whole new adventure. Chris said, “I always hoped for two kids, never imagined four.”

The Pregnancy Journey and Baby Care

Jenny followed a high-calorie, 3,000-calorie diet to support the growing babies. She laughed about their constant movement:
“They never stop kicking and moving—especially at night. It’s uncomfortable but amazing.”

The babies were born at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas and are currently thriving in the NICU. Jenny is also recovering well.

A Growing Family Full of Hope

The Marrs are navigating an extraordinary chapter filled with joy, surprise, and new challenges. With four healthy boys and strong spirits, their family’s journey has just begun.