World’s smallest Mom Cristianne Ray: World’s smallest mother Cristianne Ray
By Therese Lisieux on December 31st, 2008Cristianne Ray is the world’s smallest living mother. Ray stands at 2 feet 7 inches tall. Ray is 20 in 2008. In 2007, Cristianne Ray gave birth to a healthy baby, Kyrsten Bowden. Ray’s doctors had advised her against having her pregnancy. They were afraid her baby would kill her while developing inside her tiny body. Ray proved them wrong.
Baby Kyrsten weighed 4 pounds 8 ounces at birth. Kyrsten Bowden was 14 inches long and almost half the height of her mother, Ray, who is 31 inches tall.
Kyrsten Bowden’s dad is Jeremy Bowden. Bowden is 6 feet 4 inches tall.
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January 14th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
I loved your story! You are a blessing to so many people in the world. Your personality is sweet, funny and a motivated woman. I’m so glad you found Jeremy, he’s a wonderful man who loves you. You two have made a beautiful baby girl and I wish you many happy days together. I’m sure you and Jeremy will do a great job raising Kyrsten just like your parents did with you. I’m not a small person of course many would say 5′2″ is pretty small but I wanted you to know that so called “normal” people can still be nice and see way beyond your size. Love you, Raelene (just another one of your fans)
January 15th, 2009 at 3:07 am
I just got done watching your story. You guys are amazing! Shame on those people who say nasty comments about “little people” I think you are adorable Cristianne, you have a very pretty face! I just wanted you guys to know that you guys are perfect the way you are and you have a gorgeous daughter! Good Luck with everything!
Megan, MN
January 15th, 2009 at 10:30 am
I watched the documentary last night and was thoroughly upset with the post that others have left you in the past. God bless all of you. You deserve all of the happiness in the world and all of those fools have no room to talk. Your height does not matter, so long as you are a good mother and wife, everything else is easy.
If you were “normal”, then you wouldn’t be the wonderful person you are today. You have had your ups and downs just like the rest of society, however, you are always going to be closer to stopping and smelling the flowers than any of us “tall” people will ever be able to.
Thank you for being an inspiring person.
All of my hopes and prayers for your family and your beautiful daughter,
Christi Linder
January 17th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
I am very upset by the disturbing things other people are saying about you and your family. I just wanted to say that I think you’re amazing and your daughter is beautiful. You have a Wonderful man by your side and plenty of good people on your side. The good things are all that matters. Stay positive and don’t let others get you down! Best wishes!
January 17th, 2009 at 5:27 pm
Its sad to know that mean people in the world said what they did.They are just mad,lonely,and jealous.Continue to raise that beautiful baby girl in love.Continue to be brave and keep faith and nothing will stop you.God bless you and your family.
March 2nd, 2009 at 3:45 am
I just watched the show on TV and I know what your going through with your baby as I was also born with a cleft pallet its hard to deal with.
All the people who think they know everything about you and all the nasty things they said about you guys, they should be ashamed of themselves, everyone deserves to be happy no matter who they are. Try to ignore all the A**holes and live your life the way you normally would. You are very strong and a beautiful girl and your boyfriend loves you, as well as everyone who knows you. I wish you the best and take care.
Aimee from BC
March 2nd, 2009 at 4:23 am
Don’t listen to those OTHER people. You and Jeremy have came along way. You both have overcame obstacales that (in my opinion) no regular human could have overcame. You both are wonderful people no matter what your size. People can be so mean and cruel. Jeremy, don’t let other people make you feel uncomfortable. It’s them themselves that are uncomfortable. Congratulations and I hope the 3 of you are very happy. I wish you all the best of luck and may god bless all 3 of you and watch over you and protect you. Yes, I to watched the program about you and your family and you all have been blessed to have each other. God bless you and yor family.
March 2nd, 2009 at 4:28 pm
Hi i watched your documentary today marched 2, 2009. I think that you are a very pretty girl and you have a very handsome boyfriend and beautiful daughter. I also think that the both of you are very courageous. You really shouldnt let people who write bad things about you and your family on the internet bother you because you have a more perfect life then they do. because people like that are obviously handicapped in their own way becuase obviously they are unhappy and that is the worst handicapped you can have. I am 16 years old and i know that i am young and dont understand everything in the world but what i watched on the documentary made me feel good. Everyone deserves love and a relationship and yours made me feel very good. By the way you could write me back if you want on here or add me to msn messanger. jessimami91@hotmail.com
March 4th, 2009 at 1:48 am
I so must agree with the writer above me. I watched the show, too, and, being a mom of twins, I know a mother’s heart – and you have one. That’s all that matters to your children. You have so much to give – much more than those of us who are not physically disabled in any way. You give another side to life that we can only hope to portray to our own children . Yours will see first-hand the day-to-day struggles you have and they will be more sensitive to the struggles of others because of it. Don’t ever think that you and your fiance are not doing the right thing – you are. You love each other and obviously bless each other in different ways. I loved your fiance’s heart, too. He has endured a lot in his young life and is a better person because of it. You are absolutely capable of parenting and are extremely gutsy. I love that about you! The driving segment was great! You certainly don’t give up. That’s what parenting is all about, too. Never giving up. So don’t. Not on yourself, not on your children. And keep your supporters close around you. Every young parent has doubts and needs encouragement so soak it all in! God bless you in your future! Thanks for sharing your story.
March 6th, 2009 at 2:06 am
Hello you two.
I fell in love with you right away. And now i just saw u in the wedding dress on youtube. I almost cryed. 
I saw you on tv the other day. OMG your a qt couple
I just love you
All the best
love
Fía
Faroe island
P.s If you ever on facebook, add me, so i can hear all about how your wedding got on
April 5th, 2009 at 6:18 pm
I just watched your documentary on Discovery Health. I am floored. I am amazed that two people as young as you are so mature and steadfast in your endeavors. I must say that your husband is the true definition of a real man. You are quite blessed to have him in your life. Your daughter is absolutely precious and obviously loved. I am inspired by your lives and the love that you represent.
May 10th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Cristianne-
You ROCK!! Don’t worry about what the negative A–holes say about your life and little people, their vision is clouded with prejudice. Keep your attitude positive and your head held high and you will be able to accomplish anything you set your mind to. God gave you a life to live and a family to enjoy it with, make it the best you possibly can!!
May 11th, 2009 at 2:05 am
I just want you to know that you are special for a reason! You aren’t a mistake and no matter what people say you are beautiful and a great mom. Your story really spoke to me. Jeremy-you are one awesome guy for looking past her size. I respect you for that. Most guys aren’t like that. I wish you two a happy and blessed life. By the way, you’re baby is incredibly adorable. I’m happy for you both.
May 11th, 2009 at 12:23 pm
i heard about you for the first time last night ..they did a show on you last night on the discovery channeland you read a couple emails from people that for some reason had a problem with you and jeremy…i just wanted to say “F” them …as long as the 2 of you are happy with each other then there is NO reason you 2 should be apart…they are just jelious because you have each other and they could not find their love…i wish you 2 nothing but the best of everything…and may you 2 have a whole life time to enjoy them
May 12th, 2009 at 9:20 am
Well wow, You guys are amazing.I’m really happy for you and really greatful for all the things you went through. Yes I’m not extreamly short but I get made fun off in school about it all the time. I”m only 5 foot. I’m a very tinny girl hight and around.You are amazing. I think you found the right guy..they all say oposits attracked. Your little girl is wonderful. Have a wonderful life. Thank you for so much encourgement in life.
May 19th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
ciao cristianne & Jeremy,
you are fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kyrsten is lovely!
I write from Switzerland, I have see the documentary this evening.
only a think……. go go go go go goooo!!!
with love & much respect………… Eros
June 11th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
You and Jeremy are a perfect couple, do not listen to any of the hatred on the internet from those wack jobs!!!! Don’t get upset because you need to be strong for Kyrsten! You live in a world full of people who loves you and your family and wishes you nothing but the best in life!!!
June 13th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Hello my name is Melanie I’m 14 and from Alabama. I absolutely love your show. You and Kyrsten and so beautiful. Jeremy is lucky to have you both. I hate it when people say awful things about you. i was watching your show today and you talked about how people would stare at you. Well I’m the type of person who would yell out what are you staring at. haha. well i hope you have a wonderful day. And i’ll be talking to you later!!
July 24th, 2009 at 10:28 pm
I think your man is too damn good for u..wow..is he into some kinda kinky midget sex? You were WRONG to have kids knowing they would grow up to be mutant midgets like yourself..YOU ARE ONE OF THE UGLIEST THINGS I EVER SAW…YOU REMIND ME OF CHUCKY LOL
July 25th, 2009 at 1:41 am
Hi there. I think you two are perfect. I would like to comment about the jerk that left the message about putting the baby to sleep for the good of man kind…. Maybe someone should have put them to sleep for the good of man kind. It is people like that with there little minds that make this world unbearable… You two are great you have a beautiful daughter. And you Are Awesome keep up the great work…. hugs to you and your family…. stephanie
July 25th, 2009 at 2:21 am
Hello I watch your show. You all are beautiful souls. Best wishes to you all. You are Beautiful!!!!
July 25th, 2009 at 2:23 am
Hello, i just saw your show on tv and ya’ll make a very cute couple. Forget that bitch who just said he is too good for you, she is just hating because she doesnt have a man of here own. Screw all the haters out there in tha world, they are just stupid asses. By the way, you and jeremy have a very beautiful little girl. I wish you and him all the best because you and him deserve all tha happiness in tha world. If you are happy with your family then that is all that matters and i wish the best to your family.
July 25th, 2009 at 10:07 am
I watched your show last night and was absolutely disgusted!!!! You whine and act like you are a child!!! Letting Jeremey drag you across the floor at the bowling alley? Walk your lazy ass!!!!! How can your bring children into the world knowing that they might have the same condition???? I was appalled at you!!!! You should not get a drivers license, you would be putting other people at risk, if you have to be carried everywhere by your boyfriend, what makes you think you can safely drive a car????? You disgust me!!!!
July 26th, 2009 at 10:55 am
dont listen to the ignorance, some people are just pure assholes. You and your boyfriend enjoy your lives and let others who carry the negativity rot in their own lonely worlds, you are beautiful and your boyfriend is an awesome person for being with you and not caring about what others say. Oh and by the way, the next time you go bowling…sit farther to the left of the lane but not by the gutter pit, you should be able to get a strike. Lots of love
July 26th, 2009 at 11:12 am
Wendy, you are the reason this society is declining. You are a narrow minded piece of shit. How dare you belittle someone for trying to make their life better? If a person wants to have a child in this world, that is their decision. Not yours. I hope to GOD that you never reproduce and bring more narrow minded, critical, egotistic ass holes into the world. What these people are doing is amazing, they have courage, motivation and heart. More than you can say. You are a piece of shit, and YOU disgust ME. Go crawl back under your rock and hate life some more, but more importantly, GO FUCK YOURSELF.
July 26th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
You and Jeremey are a wonderful couple! I loved watching your story this morning. I wish you luck with your new daughter and hope everything turns out ok in the way she grows. I want to reach out because you have 100% support from me and my family!
Keep in touch!
August 1st, 2009 at 1:42 pm
wendy sa-mi sugi pula you and your family.
August 18th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
I believe all babies are a miracle and am pro life. You did get pregnant and stood up and did what you believed in as far as having the baby. Jeremey seems so awesome at caring for you and the baby. She is absolutely precious also! I don’t agree that you guys plan to have more…being a mother of 3 kids I know how much work it is. They need alot more than they can give and it doesn’t get easier. I believe people should not need to rely on others and then keep having babies…I am afraid with your condition you are not the typical mother I know you would love to be. You can not take care of your child plain and simple. You rely on others to do that because you physically just can not. I would love to hear how your daughter is doing now. She is a blessing but be responsible and do not have anymore.
August 20th, 2009 at 1:27 am
I love you history…y hope, the love, live in your lives =)
Think of the beauty in you, around you, and be happy =)
Hace poco vi su reportaje en Discovery Channel
El amor es muy grande..la vida es bella, tanto como su niña y sus hermosos ojos de cielo..
No den oídos a comentarios pesimistas e insultantes, a veces que solo demuestran ignorancia e intolerancia de personas infelices y de mente cerrada..de la que no vale la pena preocuparse….el mundo sería mejor si, la gente respetara las diferencias y la belleza interior e individualidad de cada ser humano..tu historia me abrió los ojos y tenía que transmitirles mi mensaje positivo de apoyo..
El mundo sería muy aburrido si todas las personas fueran iguales..Ustedes son asombrosos y tu Christianne eres muy valiente una inspiración para mi ( por tu forma de pensar y verte igual a los demás)… todo puede ser superado, si te lo propones… ya q la vida tiene pequeños regalos y detalles hermosos como su bebe…
Tu has logrado un poco de felicidad ..en un mundo que a veces nos muestra un aspecto triste.. espero que el futuro les depare cosas buenas y q en pareja maduren y aprendan juntos a mantener esa hermosa familia..=)
..la vida no es fácil pero ustedes la ven con felicidad.. Recuerda: “Piensa en lo bello que hay en ti en torno a ti y sé feliz” Ana Frank (Think of the beauty in you, around you, and be happy)
Sean muy FELICES !! =)
August 20th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
You and yours family are may inspiration the prove of love do not stay on what the eyes seem and yes on what the heart see thanks for people like you and your family exists.
Sorry my bad english im for Brazil
Júnior.
August 23rd, 2009 at 9:27 pm
Hello Christianne & Jeremy
I’m from Paraguay, and today I saw your documentary at Discovery Channel. And I’m SPEACHLESS. Wow, you two are great. And Christianne you are so funny. Here goes another example, that proves that it’s all in the MIND (of everyone). Its just dealing with the thoughts you have. (In general) I don’t know if you understand me. Well, I just wanted to tell you, that the documentary is very motivating. And the most important thing: You love each other. 3 thinks will persist: the faith, the hope and the love. And the most important is the love.
All the best for you.
August 24th, 2009 at 7:21 am
I saw the documentary last night on discovery and it seemed a lesson of life and love, I’m from Colombia and I think many Latino men as a reference should have love and devotion to his family jeremy, here is evidence that all human beings are equal We are loving beings, I wish you the best of success with many lives and so lovely family who are now building
August 24th, 2009 at 8:50 am
good morning,
I was surfing through the channels last night and saw you guys I could not change the channel anymore, all I can say is thank you for being just an inspiration to all of us “normal people” that take things for granted all the time. I am not a mother yet, but when that time comes, I just hope to be as good as you. Both of you are a wonderful couple and wish you lots of love.
Que dios los bendiga siempre ( god bless you for ever) and never ever give up.
September 10th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Hey, Just wanted to say that I love your show. I am watching the one when you and Jeremy went to the fair after you got back from your driving theory test. You started reading off what those people were saying and I was completely appalled! They have no right to tell you what to do! you have every right to be treated like a human being and live the life you want with the people you want. Have a wonderful day and good for you for hanging in there.
Love,
Sara
September 10th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
I LOVE WATCHING SHOWS THAT SHOW THE WORLD THAT WE ARE ALL HUMAN!!!BIG,SMALL WHAT EVER YOU WERE PUT HERE FOR A REASON!!!F–K THE MEAN AND ULGY PEOPLE THAT SAY STUPIT THINGS ABOUT THINGS THEY KNOW NOTHING ABOUT!!LIVE YOR BEAUTIFUL LIFE WITH THE MAN THAT LOVES YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL BABY GIRL AND DELEAT THE ASS—-S!!YOUR ARE A GREAT MOTHER !!!LIVE,LOVE ,LAUGH!!!NEW ORLEANS,LA
September 11th, 2009 at 10:57 am
Hi Cristianne,
How are you guys doing? I know you get a lot of things commented on web pages so well here is another one.I don’t know what it’s like to be as tall as you and carry a baby inside you but……. you two make a great couple! I am 4ft 11in and I had a baby with a 6ft 2in man when i was 17, we looked kinda funny together but he loved me and I him. People gave me a lot of stares cuz I look so young but I didn’t care. We never married and after 6 years together he left me for another woman. We didn’t have what you and Jeremy have. You keep proving everyone wrong as long as you are safe and healthy! I wish nothing but the best for you and your family! Fond du Lac,Wisconsin
September 12th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Way to go! Take life by the horns and live to the fullest. I wish you a marriage full of blessings and love. Best of luck to your family. You have amazing courage. God bless
October 30th, 2009 at 1:54 am
Christianne, Jeremy, and Kyrsten,
I just wanted to say i’m sorry there are negative people who feel they have to share their thoughts with you. You guys are truly amazing and are blessed and shame on those people who don’t see it. Everyone is created equally no matter what. I hope you don’t let them get to you. Your family is beautiful and I wish you all the best. Watching your show made me smile. Stay positive and show all those a-holes how amazing you guys are.
October 30th, 2009 at 4:49 am
I also think the both of you are really great!
The only thing I found hard to deal with is the way you whine, you whine about everything!! You need to grow up and talk like an adult.
The show was pretty interesting but only could handle the whining for half an hour. Watch it for yourself, Good Lord Girl GROW UP.
I really do wish you both the best of luck.
October 30th, 2009 at 5:03 am
Oh, I also wanted to ask you to please learn to say please and thank you, you are very rude. That is your parents fault for not teaching you.