They can snap together through loops of the bowel. Silent Killers: Multiple magnets rarely pass on their own.

The "Baby Gemini" case, involving the death of 15-month-old Tessa Thomas, is a cautionary tale in child safety. The numbers 24, 12, and 09 refer to the date of the incident: December 24, 2009. A household accident changed a family forever and started a conversation about the dangers of high-powered magnets. The Incident: Christmas Eve 2009

Medical professionals now prioritize X-rays for suspected magnet ingestion.

Keep desk toys in a locked cabinet or remove them from the home.

Tessa’s family became advocates, ensuring her story serves as a warning to keep high-powered magnets out of homes with children. Safety Checklist for Parents

Tessa Thomas, nicknamed "Baby Gemini," accidentally ingested 24 neodymium magnets. These magnets were part of a desk toy set owned by her siblings. What Happened? Tessa swallowed the magnets.

The magnets attracted each other inside her digestive tract.