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What is the daily routine of the Radford family like in the morning?
What is the daily routine of the Radford family like in the morning?
A 'military operation' to get all the children ready for school.
What is the reason Sue and Noel Radford give for stopping having babies?
What is the reason Sue and Noel Radford give for stopping having babies?
When Sue turns 40.
What is Chloe studying at Plymouth University?
What is Chloe studying at Plymouth University?
Early child development.
What is the Radford family's weekly food budget?
What is the Radford family's weekly food budget?
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How many previous miscarriages has Sue Radford had before her recent one?
How many previous miscarriages has Sue Radford had before her recent one?
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What is the approximate cost of the Radford family's annual Christmas celebration?
What is the approximate cost of the Radford family's annual Christmas celebration?
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What is the name of the baby that Sue, the mother, miscarries at 22 weeks?
What is the name of the baby that Sue, the mother, miscarries at 22 weeks?
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How many children does the Radford family take on holiday to the Loire Valley in France?
How many children does the Radford family take on holiday to the Loire Valley in France?
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What is the weight of the sausages that the Radford family has for Christmas?
What is the weight of the sausages that the Radford family has for Christmas?
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Who is by Sophie's side during the birth of her baby girl?
Who is by Sophie's side during the birth of her baby girl?
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Study Notes
The Radford Family
- The Radford family is Britain's largest family, with 16 children.
- Sue Radford, the mother, has been pregnant nearly every year for over a decade.
- The family's daily routine is a "military operation" to get all the children ready for school in the morning.
Sue and Noel Radford
- Sue and Noel Radford, the parents, have an "addiction" to having children.
- Despite having 16 children, they are expecting another baby, which will be their 17th child.
- The couple has said they will stop having babies when Sue turns 40.
The Older Children Leaving Home
- The older children are starting to leave the family home, with Sophie, the eldest daughter, moving out (but only to a house nearby).
- Chloe, the second eldest daughter, is leaving to study at Plymouth University, 300 miles away.
Chloe's Departure
- Chloe will be the first Radford child to properly leave the nest.
- The family is emotional about her departure, especially Sue, who will miss her.
- Chloe will be studying early child development at university.
The Family's Finances
- The family's weekly food budget is £200.
- They get through a lot of food, including 16 pints of milk, 18 yogurts, and three loaves of bread a week.
Emotional Moments
- Sue and Noel are emotional about Chloe's departure and the upcoming arrival of baby number 17.
- Sue recently suffered a miscarriage, which was a shock to the family despite having had two previous miscarriages.
Life with 16 Children
- Life with 16 children is chaotic, with the children helping with household chores and looking after each other.
- The family rarely eats out, as it is too expensive and complicated.### The Radford Family
• The Radford family is Britain's biggest family with 16 children. • The family consists of Sue, Noel, and their 16 children: Chloe, Sophie, and 14 others (Josh, Amy, Max, and 11 more).
Christmas Celebration
• The Radford family spends around £3,000 on Christmas each year. • They have a big family celebration, with a turkey crown, 20 pounds of sausages, 5 kilos of carrots, and 60 pigs in blankets. • Noel and Sue start buying gifts for the entire family three months in advance.
Family Holiday
• The Radford family goes on a holiday to the Loire Valley in France. • They take a minibus to accommodate all 16 children. • The holiday is a bit chaotic, with the kids getting bored and grumpy.
Pregnancy and Miscarriage
• Sue, the mother, is pregnant with her 17th child at the age of 39. • She has a high-risk pregnancy due to her age and previous miscarriages. • At 22 weeks, Sue miscarries the baby, named Alfie Thomas. • The family is devastated, but they try to get on with day-to-day life.
New Addition
• Sophie, the eldest daughter, gives birth to a baby girl. • Sue is by her daughter's side during the birth. • The new baby brings happiness and comfort to the family, especially after the miscarriage.
Daily Life
• The family has a busy daily routine, with 11 children to get to school on time. • Sue and Noel manage to get all the children ready for school, despite the chaos. • The family is used to being busy and loud, but they are happy together.
The Radford Family
- Britain's largest family with 16 children
- Consists of Sue, Noel, and their 16 children: Chloe, Sophie, Josh, Amy, Max, and 11 others
Sue and Noel Radford
- Have an "addiction" to having children
- Expecting their 17th child, despite having 16 already
- Plan to stop having babies when Sue turns 40
The Older Children Leaving Home
- Sophie, the eldest daughter, moves out to a house nearby
- Chloe, the second eldest daughter, leaves to study at Plymouth University, 300 miles away
Chloe's Departure
- First Radford child to properly leave the nest
- Family is emotional about her departure, especially Sue
- Chloe will study early child development at university
The Family's Finances
- Weekly food budget is £200
- Consume 16 pints of milk, 18 yogurts, and three loaves of bread a week
Emotional Moments
- Sue and Noel emotional about Chloe's departure and upcoming arrival of baby number 17
- Sue suffered a miscarriage, which was a shock to the family despite having had two previous miscarriages
Life with 16 Children
- Life is chaotic, with children helping with household chores and looking after each other
- Family rarely eats out, as it is too expensive and complicated
Christmas Celebration
- Spend around £3,000 on Christmas each year
- Have a big family celebration with a turkey crown, 20 pounds of sausages, 5 kilos of carrots, and 60 pigs in blankets
- Noel and Sue start buying gifts for the entire family three months in advance
Family Holiday
- Go on a holiday to the Loire Valley in France
- Take a minibus to accommodate all 16 children
- Holiday is a bit chaotic, with kids getting bored and grumpy
Pregnancy and Miscarriage
- Sue, 39, pregnant with her 17th child, which is a high-risk pregnancy due to her age and previous miscarriages
- At 22 weeks, Sue miscarries the baby, named Alfie Thomas
- Family is devastated, but they try to get on with day-to-day life
New Addition
- Sophie, the eldest daughter, gives birth to a baby girl
- Sue is by her daughter's side during the birth
- New baby brings happiness and comfort to the family, especially after the miscarriage
Daily Life
- Family has a busy daily routine, with 11 children to get to school on time
- Sue and Noel manage to get all the children ready for school, despite the chaos
- Family is used to being busy and loud, but they are happy together
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Get to know the Radford family, Britain's largest family with 16 children, and learn about their daily routine and the parents' 'addiction' to having children.
