Natalie ‘Nadya’ Suleman is one strict mama. The 49-year-old, who has been known as “Octomom” since birthing the first surviving octuplets in 2009, revealed why she chooses to run a tight ship when it comes to raising her 14 kids.

Nadya Suleman -- better known as "Octomom" -- says Child Protective Services basically set up camp at her home in the early days after she gave birth ... 'cause she says they showed up at least once a week,

Suleman and her children live in Orange County, California, with their two cats. Today, she is a dedicated mom who is passionate about God, food, and fitness. She has credited weight training with helping her deal with chronic pain from injuries suffered both during pregnancy and before she welcomed the octuplets.

Nadya “Octomom” Suleman, has put her college major to work in a very important area of her life – her kids. Nadya, who graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a bachelor’s degree, said that her studies in the child and adolescent major at the college has helped her learn the importance of setting rules