Young Mom, 24, Shares The Truth About Her Life With 22 Kids

When Kristina Ozturk, a Russian single mother, journeyed to Batumi, Georgia, for her very first vacation abroad, she could never have foreseen what was in store.

One could say that it was an extraordinary meeting between the two. The single mom did not expect that her motherly duties would expand so greatly. However, when Kristina encountered the wealthy businessman, Galip Ozturk, who already had nine children, the 57-year-old man was enthusiastically on board with having more–as many as she desired.

Most couples would want to have two to three children on their own. Sometimes, it is to keep up with finances, but in this couple’s case, money wasn’t a problem. When Kristina dreamed of having a large family, she wasn’t joking around; that’s how Mustafa came into their lives in March 2020. 

In her early 20s, the young mother went to the beautiful seaside resort of Batumi along with her young daughter, Victoria, in the foothills of the Caucasus mountains. Her intention was for the two of them to relax and have fun by the sea. 

As the young mother was soaking up the sun at a seaside resort, she encountered a man who was anything but ordinary and one which she did not expect would turn her world into a fairytale. Galip had made his fortune through transportation and real estate.

Seemingly hit by Cupid’s arrow himself, there was no turning back for a man in love. Galip was captivated by his admiration for Kristina. It seems that both sides were equally enamored by each other. 

Not wanting to let the opportunity pass her by, Kristina immediately seized the moment and acted on her new love. Moving to Batumi to be with her partner, who was more than three times her age and already had grown children, one could say there was no stopping their love. 

In order to achieve their dream of having a big family, the couple opted for surrogate mothers, a pricey endeavor that cost them over $200,000. Then, as if that was not enough, they must spend an additional $100,000 each year to hire nannies to look after their newborn babies.

After their first child, Mustafa, was born, the couple received their successive blessings as Mariam, Ayrin, and Alisa–who soon followed after a month. Then came Hasan, Judi, Harper, Teresa, Huseyin, and Anna.

Initially, the happy parents hadn’t thought of turning to surrogates because Kristina had dreamed of having a baby annually to fulfill her visualized family as soon as possible. However, it became clear that they wouldn’t be able to fulfill that wish.

Although some countries may have qualms about the decision of the Ozturk couple, they could easily breathe a sigh of relief as the Georgian authorities have no objections to any legally married, heterosexual couple having a child via surrogacy.

Only young women who have been pregnant in the past were permitted to serve as surrogate mothers for Kristina and Galip’s continuously growing family. 

Becoming a surrogate mother is a huge challenge, but as the saying goes, we achieve our goals through hard work. Luckily, surrogacy was quite common in Batumi. All involved were given counseling to help them prepare for the upcoming task at hand.

Going through pregnancy can create different changes in a woman’s body. There are reports that some surrogate mothers become attached to the child after they give birth. That’s why Kristina stated that in order to prevent any possible issues that could arise after the surrogate mother has given birth, they do not maintain direct contact with them. All communication occurs via the clinic. 

It may come as a surprise for some, but Kristina and her husband are the biological parents of all their 21 children, none being adopted or fostered–with the exception of Kristina’s daughter from a previous relationship.

Kristina was full of optimism when discussing her enormous family with The Sun in 2021. With a radiant smile and proud countenance, Kristina Ozturk said their surrogacy clinic had been one of their biggest blessings.

Although already content with their loving family, Kristina and Galip were determined to make it even more joyful than ever. As The Sun reported, Kristina revealed that the two had discussed the prospect of having a bigger family–maybe even into triple digits!

In the interview, Kristina announced to the press that they could not offer the exact figure just yet. The proper moment to do so is yet to come. Nevertheless, surrogate motherhood remains the only avenue available at present for the Ozturk couple. 

Some paths are not always smooth sailing. The Ozturk couple learned of this saying when they encountered an obstacle with one of their surrogate mothers, who changed her mind after giving birth. Fortunately for them, things eventually did not end well for her. 

It is obviously not possible for Kristina to manage taking care of more than 20 toddlers single-handedly. That’s why she relies on her nannies to help out. These nannies are given four days of work followed by three days off, and they have the luxury of residing in Kristina’s mansion with separate rooms. 

It is near impossible for a mother to take care of 22 children on her own that’s why Kristina and Galip hired nannies for their children. While the nannies may do most of the day-to-day childcare tasks, Kristina does not stay idle. 

Whenever questioned on social media, Kristina responds profoundly, affirming her unconditional love and devotion to her children. She expresses her deepest wishes that every parent could dedicate their full attention to their children because there is nothing more vital in life.

Being a mother is never an easy job, and this is true, especially for Kristina. Keeping up with twenty kids can certainly be a challenge, but she vows she’s doing the best she can. 

Even when she isn’t with her children, Katrina puts in a lot of effort to ensure their care and well-being. She told her Instagram followers that she goes the extra mile when it comes to her children’s future and health, as she explains that she “controls everything” when not in their presence. 

Kristina does her very best to guide the nannies in their duties. They comply with Kristina’s instructions for as long as she wishes. Kristina thought up an idea to handle her infants’ tears. She shared with The Sun that she strictly prohibits nannies from embracing any crying children. 

On top of that, nannies are responsible for photographing the soiled diapers of the baby in order for Kristina to determine whether the poop has an acceptable color and texture. 

The food intake of babies is very important for their growth, which is why Kristina’s regulations when it comes to feeding the babies are especially strict. No canned or store-bought food is permitted, and she keeps track of the exact amount of food in grams–not a bit more, not a bit less.

The young supermom not only shared her fascinating life on The Sun. She also offers her viewers a glimpse of stunning photographs of her daily life on Instagram. 

Raising such a big family is no small feat. With 22 lively children, the Ozturks require 20 large packs of diapers per week! Aside from that, there is also a seemingly endless amount of formula necessary to feed the babies.

However, in the long run, they might need to build additional floors or invest in a bigger house altogether where they can build a new set of happy memories as their family continues to grow. 

With her 21 babies still in their diapers, Kristina shared that the future plans are still in the making. The Ozturk family has a mansion and numerous nannies and is already living comfortably with their finances. 

The 22-year-old supermom never has a dull moment! She told The Sun that every day is a day to be excited about, and there is always something different on the agenda. 

Kristina is continuously working to make sure her kids and nannies have enough food, and that health providers are available for appointments. Amidst all of this, she found time to think about her eldest child, Victoria.

Kristina is clearly a loving mom, as evidenced by the fact that she feels exactly the same about all her children, no matter their age. It’s beautiful to hear that Victoria, her eldest child, is involved in helping her look after the younger siblings, with duties like feeding them and reading stories to them.

It’s a common sight at the Ozturk’s house to have the kids running around, vying for their attention. With over 20 children, it can be quite a challenge for Kristina and her husband to feed them all before having dinner together. 

Her followers often wondered why she didn’t post on one particular day. Kristina stated that Sunday is a day to spend with her family and make memories, free from the world’s prying eyes. It’s her time to be just her, her husband, and their children.

For Kristina and her husband, having a big family full of kids and siblings was the ultimate goal. She had dreamed about it since she was a child and her husband shared the same aspiration. Once they met, they knew it was time to bring their dream to life.

Kristina is definitely determined to bring up her kids as best she can, and that includes not getting pregnant again anytime soon. The young mother wants to be able to devote more time to her ever-growing family and give each of her children–both those born naturally and through surrogacy–the attention they all deserve.

Kristina’s kids are surely having a blast with all the siblings they have. Despite this, not everyone agrees with Kristina’s choices. But she stands by her decision, telling The Sun that her kids don’t get to choose their parents, but that doesn’t mean they can’t choose how they want their own future family to be.

Kristina Ozturk’s decision to have her children through multiple surrogacies was a controversial one, but she wasn’t backing down. She made it clear that while others might disagree and judge her, ultimately, it was her and her husband’s choice to make.