But God ♥

They say faith can move mountains, but we never imagined it would carry us through some of the darkest moments of our lives. Our journey began with a joyful anticipation of identical twin boys, when suddenly everything shifted. A SIUGR & TTTS diagnosis at just 12 weeks that would forever change our lives, leaving us with an ultimatum no parent should ever face–selective termination or likely loss of both babies at 17 weeks—We were advised to prepare for heartbreak, we surrendered our fate to God. Defying the odds and medical advice we were given, we chose to embrace the path that many believed was impossible; strict left side-lying bed rest and a high-protein diet. Little did we know that our little mustard seed sized faith would become a catalyst for change. Our decision transformed our doctor’s perspective after nearly 30 years of practice, inspiring a new approach to care for families facing similar odds.

Each day of pregnancy was a precious battle as our little ones fought to stay with us. As our twins miraculously defied all odds and arrived at 29 weeks and 5 days, pathology later showed how our recipient twin kept our donor twin alive in utero. The NICU quickly became our second home, every day was both a battle and a blessing. Amidst beeping machines and procedures, we found solace in the mustard seed and tiny hands gripping our fingers. Our journey perpetually brought new challenges. As our babies battled NEC before the 2022 formula recall, I was pushed to trust my instincts and adapt quickly, forced to exclusively pump in order to save our babies. With every hurdle, our faithful seed took root. Through it all, we discovered that faith is not only what keeps you going, but what connects you to others. The generosity and support we received from family, friends, and even strangers ignited a passion within us to give back.

Inspired by our experiences, we present to you The Mustard Seed Bead Co. Each handmade mustard seed bead symbolizes the incredible strength and growth that can emerge from the smallest seed of faith. Each piece embodies hope and resilience, and a reminder that even in the darkest times, faith can bloom into something extraordinary. We’re committed not only to supporting families facing similar journeys, but making a global impact – extending outreach of hope, love, and community. Through our jewelry, we share our story, proving that when we surrender, faith takes root with the power to transform in miraculous ways.

"Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy"

Psalms 126:5