To this day, there are few medical phenomena more fascinating to us than conjoined twins. Most of us lead very individual lives, so it’s difficult to imagine being constantly connected to another human being. Fortunately, we’ve gotten a chance to learn more about this strange phenomenon thanks to some very famous faces.
Some of the most famous of these faces, of course, are Tatiana and Krista Hogan. These conjoined twins were born in 2006 and defied the odds again and again to become healthy, happy, and whole. Their story is an inspiring one, and these Canadian twins have reminded us to get the most out of life.
Need a bit of inspiration yourself? Keep reading to learn the amazing story of Canada’s most famous conjoined twins!
Who are Tatiana And Krista Hogan?
Not sure exactly who these conjoined twins are? Tatiana and Krista Hogan were born on October 24, 2006, and many didn’t expect them to live. The two are conjoined craniopagus twins (more on this soon), and when they were born, doctors only gave them a 20 percent chance of surviving.
Fortunately, these two defied the odds. They did more than survive…they actually managed to thrive, building an amazing shared life for themselves. This has allowed them to become social media superstars, and every day, they gain more fans who are eager to hear what these twins have to say.
The twins’ medical issue, explained
Believe it or not, there is more than one type of conjoined twin. Tatiana and Krista Hogan are conjoined craniopagus twins, and they have a medical condition known as dicephalic parapagus. In layman’s terms, this simply means that they have separate heads but otherwise share a single body.
How did this condition come about, though? These two were born from a single fertilized egg that never completely separated. That has led to the twins having to deal with lifelong medical issues, which they have weathered with bravery and compassion. On a brighter note, it has also led to these two seeing the world in an awesome way the rest of us may never be able to appreciate.
Sharing a special connection with one another
Those who have spent time around Tatiana and Krista Hogan have often experienced these two finishing each other’s sentences. That’s basically a side effect of their extreme bond. They may not share a brain the way they share a body, but these two experience everything together, meaning they are generally on the same page.
On top of that, each twin always has someone to talk to about what they have been experiencing, both good and bad. It may seem scary to think about being literally joined to another human being for the rest of your life. But these two have discovered they are each attached to a best friend and confidante…someone who can help them make it through just about anything.
Becoming social media superstars
For Tatiana and Krista Hogan, growing up as conjoined twins was very difficult. Like most kids, they had to deal with stresses like finding friends and fitting in. Unlike most kids, though, they had to face all of this while dealing with a medical condition that most people know hardly anything about.
Fortunately, these two found their voice and their power in the most unlikely place: social media. They have established a robust presence on Instagram under the humorously ironic handle @inseparablehogantwins. There, they have shared their own stories, raised awareness about their condition, and found an entire support network that hangs on their every word.
The twins’ accomplishments are a genuine inspiration
Tatiana and Krista Hogan have had some major accomplishments over the years. In addition to the aforementioned social media success, they have appeared in numerous interviews and documentaries, raising further awareness of their condition. And they have extended their reach far beyond Instagram, effectively dominating social media.
On top of their digital presence, the twins have also been hired for some very high-profile speaking engagements. Altogether, these accomplishments are very inspirational. If these twins have been able to accomplish so much given all of their medical accomplishments, then the rest of us can definitely overcome the hurdles in our way and achieve greatness.
What can we learn from these conjoined twins?
As you can see, the story of Tariana and Krista Hogan is very inspirational. And if you have an open mind, there are still a few important lessons we can learn from their immense success.
For example, these twins teach us the importance of having and relying on a great support network…in this case, their supportive family and legion of friends. We’ve also learned the value of speaking up about the matters most important to you. Finally, the twins have taught us the value of overcoming adversity. With clear goals and a strong heart, it’s possible to overcome any obstacle, something the Hogans are constant reminders of.