X
theAsianparent Philippines Logo
theAsianparent Philippines Logo
EnglishFilipino
Product GuideSign in
  • Building a BakuNation
  • Becoming a Parent
    • Trying to Conceive
    • Pregnancy
    • Delivery
    • Losing a Baby
    • Project Sidekicks
  • Ages & Stages
    • Baby
    • Toddler Years
    • Preschool Age
    • Kids
    • Preteen & Teen
  • Parenting
    • Parent's Guide
    • News
    • Relationship & Sex
  • Health & Wellness
    • Diseases & Injuries
    • Allergies & Conditions
    • Vaccinations
  • Education
    • Preschool
    • K-12
    • Special Education Needs
  • Lifestyle Section
    • Celebrities
    • Contests & Promotions
    • Home
    • Travel and Leisure
    • Fashion
    • Fitness
    • Wellness
    • Money
  • Become a VIP
  • COVID-19
  • Press Room
  • TAP Recommends
  • Shopping
  • Awards
    • Parents' Choice Awards 2023

British mother delivers her 21st and final child!

22 Nov, 2018

For many parents nowadays, having one to two children is enough for a complete family. Some say having over three children is a stretch, considering the amount of financial, emotional and parental investment it takes to raise a child. But certain families can grow to whopping sizes—like the biggest family in UK who recently welcomed their 21st child!

21st Baby newest member of the biggest family in UK

Presently, the Radfords are the biggest family in UK without a doubt. Recently the family had one last addition following Sue Radford's delivery of her 21st child!  On Tuesday, 6 November 2018, Ms Radford went into labor for 12 minutes, birthing little Bonnie Raye.

The 21st child's birth means that the Radfords now have a whopping 23 family members in total!

The mom, aged 43, commented that her other children were excited to interact with little Bonnie.

“They were all fighting over the first cuddle. It’s such a lovely moment when you bring a newborn home and the others are all lined up ready to hold her,” said Sue.

biggest family in uk The Radfords, the biggest family in UK with over 20 children, have recently welcomed their 21st baby: little Bonnie Raye. | Image Source: Instagram

"I won't miss being pregnant," says Sue

At first, Sue and her husband Noel Radford only wanted three children. Noel even went through a vasectomy following Sue's delivery of their ninth child.  However, after some time he wanted to become a dad again and chose to reverse the procedure.

The Radfords manage a bakery in the UK with their children's aid.

Unbelievably, Sue has used up more than 800 weeks of her life going through multiple pregnancies.

However, the mom-of-21 said she was intent on making little Bonnie her final pregnancy. Both Sue and Noel were determined that they didn't "want any more" since "Bonnie has completed our family".

“It has to come to an end at some point. The maternity clothes will be going in the bin shortly. I won’t miss being pregnant at all,” says the mom.

Sue first got to know Paul at the tender age of seven. She carried her first baby, Chris (who is now nearly thirty), when she was only 14 years old.

Here's the list of their children, from oldest to youngest: Chris, Sophie, Chloe, Jack, Daniel, Luke, Millie, Katie, James, Ellie, Aimee, Josh, Max, Tillie, Oscar, Caspar, Hallie, Phoebe, and Archie.

Both Sue and Noel also have three grandchildren from their daughter Sophie.

biggest family in uk Just a normal day of breakfast for the biggest family in UK... | Image Source: Instagram

Tips for large families

Parents, you might be wondering how these large families actually stay sane with so many kids when you're going crazy over one or two. Here are some tips by some parents who've been able to manage having over five kids:

Get organized. 

Plan out all of your children's school schedules in a large calendar so you know exactly what they need to bring to school (PE shirts, or their projects). You can even go electronic and input the data into Google Calendar - which can be synced to your phones! Don't forget to also make space for important contact information like form teachers, school lunches and birthday party invites.

Plan your menus early and buy in bulk. 

Doing so will save you extra time. By visiting many large warehouses or wholesale shops for groceries, you'll know which ones are more affordable. The key thing is to know what to make, how much to buy, and portioning the food properly at home in storage bags.

Don't be afraid to bring your kids outdoors

One mom finds that a lot of the emotional conflicts like screaming, yelling and arguments with her kids happen at home. So do consider bringing them out for a walk - regardless of the weather - because some fresh air and sunlight can do some wonders.

Make a chore chart

Making a chart where each child is responsible for different tasks speeds up the process of keeping the house orderly and organized. They also help to teach children what responsibility is and pushes them to fix their own goals. Furthermore, you can also connect chores with rewards if your children do well and set penalties accordingly if they don't do them. That also makes life easier for you too, parents!

Pause, Relax, and ... Laugh

Parenthood is a journey with all sorts of chaotic twists and turns. Although there are also some lovely and funny moments, too. So amid the fast pace, conflicts and trialing times, give yourselves some space to take a break and appreciate it as best as you can. A hearty laugh repeated frequently enough will surely become one of the best memories in the days to come. After all, moms, you've gone through a lot to carry a baby to life - you deserve a good laugh from time to time.

 

Reference: Today

Also Read: Tips for moms travelling with multiple kids

Partner Stories
New to the Mom Game? Celebrate Mother's Day with These Awesome Deals and Activities
New to the Mom Game? Celebrate Mother's Day with These Awesome Deals and Activities
Parents, here's what you should do when your child sees you and your spouse fighting
Parents, here's what you should do when your child sees you and your spouse fighting
#SendLoveWithBebeBata
#SendLoveWithBebeBata
13 Must-haves for Your Online Baby Checkout Checklist
13 Must-haves for Your Online Baby Checkout Checklist

Got a parenting concern? Read articles or ask away and get instant answers on our app. Download theAsianparent Community on iOS or Android now!

img
Written by

Kevin Wijaya Oey

Become a Contributor

  • Home
  • /
  • Parenting
  • /
  • British mother delivers her 21st and final child!
Share:
  • Be inspired by this financially struggling but happy family of 9

    Be inspired by this financially struggling but happy family of 9

  • Amanda Griffin is pregnant with her fourth child!

    Amanda Griffin is pregnant with her fourth child!

  • 10 parenting mistakes kung bakit lumalaking hindi close ang bata sa magulang

    10 parenting mistakes kung bakit lumalaking hindi close ang bata sa magulang

  • Ogie Diaz on his daughter Erin: "Pagdating ng araw na iwan kayo ng asawa niyo, 'di kayo pwede pagmalakihan dahil may natapos kayo."

    Ogie Diaz on his daughter Erin: "Pagdating ng araw na iwan kayo ng asawa niyo, 'di kayo pwede pagmalakihan dahil may natapos kayo."

  • Be inspired by this financially struggling but happy family of 9

    Be inspired by this financially struggling but happy family of 9

  • Amanda Griffin is pregnant with her fourth child!

    Amanda Griffin is pregnant with her fourth child!

  • 10 parenting mistakes kung bakit lumalaking hindi close ang bata sa magulang

    10 parenting mistakes kung bakit lumalaking hindi close ang bata sa magulang

  • Ogie Diaz on his daughter Erin: "Pagdating ng araw na iwan kayo ng asawa niyo, 'di kayo pwede pagmalakihan dahil may natapos kayo."

    Ogie Diaz on his daughter Erin: "Pagdating ng araw na iwan kayo ng asawa niyo, 'di kayo pwede pagmalakihan dahil may natapos kayo."

Get advice on your pregnancy and growing baby. Sign up for our newsletter
  • Pregnancy
    • Baby
    • Breastfeeding & Formula
    • Baby Names
    • Delivery
  • Parenting
    • Parent's Guide
    • Advice for Parenting Kids
    • Relationship & Sex
  • Lifestyle Section
    • Local celebs
    • Celebrities
    • Money
    • News
  • FAMILY & HOME
    • Couples
    • Weekend & Holiday Guide
    • Health
  • Building a BakuNation
    • More
      • TAP Community
      • Advertise With Us
      • Contact Us
      • Become a Contributor


    • Singapore flag Singapore
    • Thailand flag Thailand
    • Indonesia flag Indonesia
    • Philippines flag Philippines
    • Malaysia flag Malaysia
    • Sri-Lanka flag Sri Lanka
    • India flag India
    • Vietnam flag Vietnam
    • Australia flag Australia
    • Japan flag Japan
    • Nigeria flag Nigeria
    • Kenya flag Kenya
    © Copyright theAsianparent 2023. All rights reserved
    About Us|Team|Privacy Policy|Terms of Use |Sitemap HTML
    • Tools
    • Articles
    • Feed
    • Poll

    We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience. Learn MoreOk, Got it

    We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience. Learn MoreOk, Got it

    theAsianparent heart icon
    Nais naming magpadala ng notification sa'yo tungkol sa latest news at lifestyle update.