We walk for the moms, babies, and families impacted by preeclampsia and related hypertensive conditions. No one story is the same, but we are all connected by our shared experience. We hope all pregnant women can be equipped with the knowledge and resources to ensure the best care and outcomes for themselves and their babies. 

In 2019, I developed HELLP Syndrome, the most severe form of preeclampsia. As a result, I delivered my daughter 14 weeks early. She weighed 1 lb 10 oz and was 13 inches long, earning her the title of the smallest baby in our hospital's NICU. After 150 days in the NICU, we came home as a family of three for the first time. 

Nearly 4 years later, in 2023, I delivered a healthy baby boy at 37 weeks. My pregnancy was fairly uneventful, so I thought I had avoided preeclampsia. Unfortunately, two days after delivery, my blood pressure spiked and I was diagnosed with postpartum preeclampsia. 

Going into pregnancy, I was aware of preeclampsia due to my mom's experience with eclampsia and had some familiarity with the signs and symptoms to look out for. I received no education or resources about preeclampsia or related conditions during my prenatal care and was blindsided when I received my HELLP Syndrome diagnosis. Pregnant women need access to education and resources to ensure better advocacy during prenatal care and delivery.