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Israeli Mother Defies Medical Advice to Keep Triplets, Credits Rabbi's Blessing for Healthy Birth

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 20, 2026

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Adva Goldenberg from Mazkeret Batya defied medical advice to reduce her triplet pregnancy, supported by Rabbi Yigal Cohen's blessing. After a challenging pregnancy and a mysterious fetal edema that resolved, she gave birth to three healthy daughters. She credits faith and support for her decision and encourages others to trust their inner voice.

01Adva Goldenberg chose to keep her triplets despite medical advice to reduce the pregnancy.
02A mysterious fetal edema disappeared, allowing the pregnancy to continue safely.
03Rabbi Yigal Cohen and his assistant provided spiritual support throughout the pregnancy.
04Beilinson Hospital staff supported Adva's decision and informed her of risks without pressuring reduction.
05Adva gave birth to three healthy daughters at 33 weeks and named each with personal significance.
06She urges other women to trust their intuition and faith when facing difficult pregnancy decisions.

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