Defying Expectations: Conjoined Twins Given Limited Time are Defying the Odds

Marieme and Ndeye, conjoined twins born in 2016, were not expected to survive beyond a few days. However, now at the age of seven, they are believed to be the only growing conjoined twins in Europe. While both girls have their own distinct personalities, they rely on each other for survival. Despite the initial bleak prognosis, Marieme and Ndeye celebrated their seventh birthday with their classmates, bringing joy not only to their father, Ibrahima, but also to the doctors who have cared for them. The twins share one pair of legs and one pelvis, but each has their own spinal cord and heart. They receive round-the-clock care but attend a mainstream school in south Wales with their friends. Ibrahima described his daughters as fighters and expressed pride in their ability to prove everyone wrong. Although it is not an easy journey, Ibrahima considers it a privilege to witness their constant battle for life.