Writing this blurb is almost taking me back, mentally, to the time I spent in the hospital. Some mothers say you forget the pain of childbirth. My childbirth was actually relatively easy - it was the stress and worry (and tears!) that came with preeclampsia that I absolutely remember! 

Postpartum preeclampsia kept me in the hospital an additional four days after I gave birth. I'd always had perfect blood pressure throughout my life. Can you imagine seeing 180/100 on a blood pressure monitor?! That was my new reality, and it continued that way for several months. Fortunately, it resolved on its own over time, but I continue to struggle with "white coat syndrome" today.

Preeclampsia is the scariest thing I've experienced in my life! Thankfully for me and my daughter, we are still here. But, did you know...?

• Preeclampsia accounts for approximately 15% of all premature births in the US
• African Americans are 3x more likely to die from preeclampsia
• 60% of maternal deaths due to preeclampsia are preventable

That's why I'm committed to raising money to this cause - so that the Preeclampsia Foundation can continue to invest in the research needed to end this horrible condition.

Please consider giving - no gift is too small.

I thank you in advance for your generosity!