Gina Heslop
An extraordinary moment captured the attention of parents and experts worldwide.
Samantha Mitchell, a 34-year-old mother from Pennsylvania, shared a video of her newborn daughter, Nyilah Daise Tzabari, performing physical feats far beyond her age.
Nyilah, just three days old, amazed everyone by lifting her head, propping herself up on her arms, and even crawling—actions typically seen in babies between six to nine months old.
Born three weeks past her due date at 43 weeks, Nyilah weighed a healthy 7 pounds, 6 ounces. Samantha, who has over 20 years of experience around children, was astounded by her daughter’s strength.
She explained that her mother encouraged her to record the moment, knowing people might not believe it otherwise. Even Samantha’s fiancé, Ofer, missed the event and needed proof to understand the remarkable development.
The video, captured on March 2, 2023, shows Nyilah moving forward with determination. Samantha emphasized that this wasn’t a random occurrence, as her daughter’s strength was evident from birth.
By just 18 days old, Nyilah rolled over from her belly to her back, an achievement usually seen months later. At two months, she began rolling from her back to her belly.
By three months, she could stand with support, refusing to bend her knees. Samantha predicted that her daughter might start walking much earlier than expected.
Nyilah’s rapid development didn’t stop at physical milestones. At just six weeks old, she began mimicking sounds. Samantha described how Nyilah attempted to repeat phrases like “I love you” and even engaged in playful babbling to make her parents laugh.
The video of Nyilah’s early crawling went viral on TikTok, garnering 6.6 million likes. Viewers were amazed, leaving humorous comments about her advanced abilities. Some joked that she was ready for a job, while others speculated that she might have lived a previous life.
Ofer, a first-time father, initially thought such behavior was normal for newborns until he learned otherwise. Samantha, meanwhile, expressed excitement and joy at her daughter’s achievements.
She described Nyilah as a happy, smiling baby who continues to surprise them every day. Both parents are eager to see what incredible milestone she’ll reach next.
