Jesy Nelson Welcomes Premature Twins After Battling Rare Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome

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Jesy Nelson Delivers Premature Twins Amid Life-Threatening Pregnancy Complications

Few birth stories capture both hope and fear quite like Jesy Nelson's. The former Little Mix star welcomed twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, together with her partner Zion Foster, on May 15, 2025. But the journey to meeting her girls was anything but typical — or easy. The babies arrived at just 31 weeks and 5 days, nearly two months early, after a pregnancy turned upside down by a rare medical condition called Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS). Both newborns are currently being cared for in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), described by doctors and family alike as small but impressively strong.

TTTS isn’t a household name, but for parents of twins, it’s a terrifying possibility. The condition happens when identical twins share a placenta, causing an uneven exchange of blood between them. One twin ends up with too much blood, risking heart strain, while the other doesn’t get enough, facing growth and organ problems. Jesy said she was "terrified" as the diagnosis came down, explaining that even with regular check-ups and scans, the situation "escalated so quickly it left us shocked." Weekly hospital visits eventually turned into hospitalization with specialist oversight, as doctors, led by Dr. Ruwan Wimalasundera, worked to monitor and manage her pregnancy hour by hour.

Dr. Wimalasundera, a recognized expert in high-risk pregnancies, spoke alongside Jesy about how unpredictable TTTS can be. "It's unpredictable and rapid," he explained, underlining the importance of early detection. TTTS affects fewer than 1 in 2,500 pregnancies, so it’s not common, but when it hits, it can be deadly without specialist care. Surgery can sometimes help, but in Jesy’s case, close monitoring was key, balancing her health with giving her twins every extra day they could get in the womb.

Pushing for Awareness and Support After a Challenging Birth

After sharing their news publicly on May 18, Jesy and Zion posted emotional tributes to their new family. Jesy spoke directly to expectant parents of twins, urging them not to miss scans and to talk to their healthcare teams about TTTS if they have any doubts. "Knowing the warning signs made a difference for us," she said, now hoping her story helps others seek help sooner.

The twins – Ocean and Story – have become tiny celebrities in their own right among Jesy's fanbase. Born weighing under four pounds each, they're facing daily hurdles common for premature babies, from breathing support to monitoring vital signs. But close family updates have described them as “healthy under the circumstances” and "making strong progress." For Jesy and Zion, it's days filled with gratitude and anxiety, as they sit by the incubators and cheer on every tiny win.

• TTTS is a rare and life-threatening pregnancy condition that requires immediate specialist care.
• Premature birth at 31 weeks brings weeks or months in the NICU, with babies often needing help to eat, breathe, and fight infections.
• With many fans and parents now following their journey, Jesy’s story is helping shine a much-needed spotlight on TTTS and the vital work of neonatal teams.

While the weeks ahead are unknown, the Nelson-Foster family is focused entirely on their girls’ slow but steady progress, one NICU milestone at a time.