I’m 36 & pregnant with my 20th child in 22 years – trolls say we ‘should be illegal’ & ‘benefits sponges’ but we’re not
A WOMAN about to become a mum for the 20th time has hit back at trolls who say she's just overpopulation the planet.
Desiree, 36, and Christopher have nine boys and ten girls ranging from 22 years old to 19 months with another on the way.
Recently, the couple sat down and spoke to about the online abuse they have faced and why it hasn't deterred them from adding to their massive family.
"People accuse us of overpopulation because we have 19 children," said the mum.
Her husband even claims people accuse them of having children to live off of taxpayers money.
Christopher added: "There are some toxic people out there. There are some people who, for whatever reason, do not love families. 'This should be illegal.' 'Tell me you live off the taxpayers without telling me.'"
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The pair, who have a blended family, have 20 children between them with 17 living at the family home.
Their children are Skylar, 22, Gavin, 22. Brayden, 2,. Malachi, 19, Kayla, 18, Kaden, 17, Serea, 14, Jaden, 14 Donnie and Chevelle, who are twins, 11, Andrew, 11, Krista, 9, Isabella, 8, Christopher, 7, Lily, 6, Heavenly, 5, Ellie, 4, Briella, 2, and Zeke, 19 months.
Before Desiree and Christopher met, she had three children and Christopher had eight, meaning nine of the children are theirs biologically and Desiree has been pregnant 12 times.
The mum describes running the large household as 'organised chaos' and has plenty of chores to get done throughout the day.
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She said she does at least two loads of washing every day during the week while a Saturday can see her do 10.
While the parents don't know the gender of their baby yet, they're hoping for a boy to make it an even split of boys and girls.
Many people have also wondered how the couple can afford to raise such a large family, and Christopher revealed he sells roof as well as the pair making money form social media where they share family life.
However, despite gaining a large following online not everyone is kind about the family and say it 'should be illegal' to have so many.
Others question just how well the parents can look after the kids when they have so many to keep an eye on.
Christopher said: "'There's absolutely zero way of all those kids receive the empathy and quality one-on-one time they deserve.'
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"We have an open door policy at our house. So, when you need time, you get time. When you want time, there is time."
The pair say having a large family is amazing as there's never a dull moment but do admit it can be hard financially.
The dad added: "Some of the biggest challenges of big family is the providing part. You know, just constantly making sure it's enough. Enough food, power, water."
The clip shared on YouTube garnered attention from thousands of people who were quick to share their thoughts in the comments.
One person wrote: "This whole family is just like an entire school class."
Another commented: "As long as they can care for each child properly, Go for it."
"I do agree that people in the world today really hate on parents who want a lot of kids because they think it's selfish. If the kids are happy and the parents have enough money and enjoy having a big family then what's the problem?" penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: "What I can’t understand is why anyone would want to bring another child into this absolutely HORRIBLE world. I fear for their future."
"Too many kids,” claimed a fifth.
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Someone else added: “Please let it be your last."
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