In a remarkable story of motherhood, Erin Clancy, a 42-year-old construction company owner from New York, has welcomed twins born six months apart and 900 miles away from each other. One twin was biologically hers, while the other was carried by a surrogate in Illinois.
An unconventional journey to motherhood
Erin Clancy met her husband, Brian, in January 2016 on a dating site. They married in September 2020 and began trying for a baby in January 2021. After unsuccessful IVF attempts, Erin and Brian turned to surrogacy in May 2022. By August, Erin discovered she was pregnant but experienced complications, leading them to continue with the surrogate pregnancy.
Welcoming Dylan and Declan
In May 2023, Erin gave birth to Dylan. Six months later, in November, their surrogate delivered Declan. Despite the unusual age gap, the twins have formed a close bond. Erin shared the joy and challenges of raising the twins, including Declan’s early struggles with a milk protein allergy.
Erin’s story garnered widespread attention, with some expressing disbelief over the situation. Despite the reactions, Erin remains unfazed, focusing on the happiness and health of her boys. She plans to explain their unique journey to them when they are older, emphasizing the love and effort that brought them into the world.