The Silent Struggles
In 2021, I gave birth to my first child at 27 weeks. I felt completely alone. No one understood, and social media made it worse. Everyone else seemed fine, and I felt like a failure. That isolation became mental illness.
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Born with Gastroschisis and Medical Neglect: Elle’s Heartbreaking Birth Journey (opens the original)
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Elle often faced judgment, misunderstanding, and a lack of support from those who didn’t see the invisible struggles she endured. Everyday recovery, caring for a newborn in the NICU, and managing her own health became physically and emotionally exhausting battles. Elle shares her story to shed light on the realities many mothers face, to show that these struggles are valid, and to create a space where parents who have experienced birth trauma feel seen and supported. Click to hear Elle’s story.
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