Jesy Nelson has quietly endured one of the most heartbreaking chapters of her life — and for the first time, she and her mother have been seen stepping out together with her twin babies after months of intensive treatment and private struggle.

The former Little Mix singer, now 34, welcomed twins (a boy and a girl) in early 2024 with her fiancé, musician Zion Foster. The joy was short-lived. Both infants were diagnosed shortly after birth with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 1 — the most severe form of the rare genetic neuromuscular disorder. SMA Type 1 causes progressive muscle weakness, respiratory failure, and, without treatment, a life expectancy often measured in months. The diagnosis shattered the family. Weeks later, Zion Foster reportedly left the relationship, unable or unwilling to cope with the lifelong demands of caring for two children with the condition.

In the months that followed, Jesy withdrew almost completely from public life. No social media posts, no interviews, no red carpets. Behind closed doors, she became a full-time carer — managing daily therapies, medications, feeding tubes, respiratory support, and the emotional rollercoaster of watching her babies fight for every milestone most children take for granted.

Through it all, one person never left her side: her mother, Janice Nelson. In a rare and emotional interview with The Sun published January 22, 2026 — the first time Jesy and her mother have appeared together publicly since the twins’ birth — Janice spoke about the toll and the unbreakable bond that carried them through.

“She thought she was going to do this alone,” Janice said. “When he walked out, Jesy just looked at me and said, ‘Mum, how do I do this?’ I told her straight: ‘Don’t worry, you still have your mum.’ I’ve been here every single day — nights in hospital, physio appointments, the tears, the small victories. We’re doing this together.”

The family’s first public outing together — a low-key walk in a London park — was photographed and shared by Jesy on Instagram with a simple caption: “Luckily, I still have my mother by my side.” The image shows Jesy pushing a double stroller while Janice walks beside her, hand on her daughter’s shoulder. Both women are smiling, but the exhaustion and quiet strength in their faces are unmistakable.

The twins are receiving cutting-edge treatment, including regular Spinraza injections and ongoing gene therapy consultations. Doctors say early intervention has given them a fighting chance at improved mobility and life expectancy, though the road remains long and uncertain. Jesy has kept most details private, but sources say she has spent tens of thousands on specialist equipment, home modifications, and round-the-clock care.

The story has touched millions. #JesyAndHerMum and #SMAWarriorTwins trended in the UK and beyond, with fans and fellow parents sharing messages of support and solidarity. “This is real motherhood — no glam, no filters, just love and strength,” one comment read. Others praised Janice: “She’s the real MVP. Never left her daughter’s side.”

Jesy has not yet returned to music or public appearances full-time, focusing entirely on her children. But in the brief interview, she hinted at hope: “They’re fighters. They smile every day despite everything. That keeps me going.”

In an industry that often celebrates perfection, Jesy Nelson and her mother are showing something far more powerful: unbreakable family love in the face of unimaginable hardship. The twins may face lifelong challenges, but they have something priceless — a mother and grandmother who refuse to let go.

The journey is far from over. But for now, the simple act of stepping out together — mother, daughter, and two tiny warriors — is a quiet, powerful statement of resilience.