#3- Louisa - First Pregnancy After 40: IVF, Unexpected Challenges and a NICU Baby - Part 2

In part two of Louisa’s story, she faces the reality of her baby’s possible medical complications and the uncertainty that follows. A powerful story of courage, resilience, and the unexpected strength that comes with motherhood.

💬 In this episode:

• The moment she had to make big decisions about her pregnancy and her baby’s health
• How her pregnancy eventually happened — with a surprise twist she didn’t see coming
• What it was like giving birth after such an emotional journey
• The early days of life with her newborn at the NICU and at home, and what helped her through them
• Her reflections on that first pregnancy — and what she’d choose to do differently next time

🩺 Useful Resources:

• NHS: Exomphalos (Omphalocele)
• Tommy’s – Having a baby over 40
• Fertility Network UK
• NHS – IVF and fertility treatment
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/omphalocele/
• https://bringyourbaby.org/

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