The births of Kortney and Justin Miller’s children occurred a few weeks sooner than anticipated. Infertility is frequently the subject of touching tales about couples overcoming significant obstacles to become parents. However, for Kortney and Justin Miller, a young couple in their 20s, the story took a unique turn with the conception of quadruplets—an occurrence with odds of 1 in 700,000 without the aid of in vitro fertilization (IVF) or infertility treatments.
What makes the Miller quadruplets even more extraordinary is the nature of their conception. Each of the four babies developed from a separate egg, each with its own sac and placenta, indicating that Kortney released four eggs in one cycle. This phenomenon is incredibly rare and remarkable.
Before the arrival of their quadruplets, Kortney and Justin were already parents to their 4-year-old son, Bentlee. The news of their rapidly expanding family came as a shock, but Kortney had a premonition due to her family history of multiple births. She shared her surprise and excitement with Today, expressing both her astonishment and readiness to continue the family tradition.
Kortney and Justin’s journey to welcoming their quadruplets involved meticulous planning and collaboration with their medical team at Piedmont Newnan Hospital in Georgia. Led by their OB-GYN, Dr. Heather Turner, the team was affectionately dubbed the “quad army” and undertook extensive preparations to ensure a smooth delivery. This was the first time the hospital had delivered quadruplets, requiring a high level of coordination and readiness.
Weekly multidisciplinary meetings and regular consultations with the Millers were held to prepare for the premature births. When Kortney came in for a routine checkup on December 16, a quiet Friday morning, she was found to be three centimeters dilated, signaling that the babies were ready to be born. The timing was perfect for Justin to be present for the delivery.
Kortney and Justin welcomed three boys—Brandon, Brayden, and Bryant—and a precious girl, Kenlee. The heaviest of the quadruplets, Brandon, weighed 3 pounds, 1 ounce. Despite their early arrival, the babies were doing well and did not require extended stays in the NICU. Dr. Turner remarked that while the births were “pretty amazing,” the children are expected to thrive and grow quickly.
Big brother Bentlee, initially overwhelmed, quickly took on the role of a protective older sibling, proudly proclaiming that his brothers and sister are his children. Kortney expressed their joy and gratitude to the Newnan Times-Herald, stating, “We are delighted and very fortunate to have healthy children. We can’t wait to accompany them in their joy as they grow and progress.”
The Miller family’s story is a testament to the unpredictability and wonder of life, highlighting the extraordinary journey of bringing four new lives into the world.
