MyMaine Birth

87. Capri's Journey through a Challenging Pregnancy: Bellamy's Triumphant Story


Listen Later

Send us a text

What would you do if faced with the terrifying possibility of your unborn child having severe brain and heart conditions? Capri's harrowing yet inspiring journey through her pregnancy with her son, Bellamy, offers a profound lesson in the power of intuition and the importance of seeking second opinions.

Despite being advised to consider a medical abortion by a genetic counselor, Capri chose to trust her instincts.

Tune in to hear how Bellamy defied the odds, being born without the initially diagnosed brain condition and overcoming significant medical challenges, including open-heart surgery at just three months old.

This episode chronicles the arrival of Bellamy, the emotional rollercoaster of NICU life, and the strength and resilience required to navigate parenting a child with serious health conditions. Capri share's invaluable advice on advocating for your child's healthcare and the importance of cherishing every family moment.

Their story also highlights the critical support provided by the Ronald McDonald House during their journey. Join us for an episode filled with heartfelt moments and empowering insights that will leave you inspired by Capri's courage and unwavering love for her son.

MyMaine Birth is a space where we share the real life stories of familes and their unique birth experiences in the beautiful state of Maine.  From our state's biggest hospitals to birth center births and home births, every birth story deserves to be heard and celebrated.  Whether you are a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth, these episodes are for you. 

Are you interested in Doula Support or Birth Photography for your upcoming birth?  Head over to my website to inqure about your due date.

https://www.mymainebirth.com

Thank you again for tuning in and I look forward to bringing you more amazing birth stories.  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review and I'll see you back here again, next week!  

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

MyMaine BirthBy Angela Laferriere

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5

5

12 ratings


More shows like MyMaine Birth

View all
The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast by Bryn Huntpalmer

The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast

2,176 Listeners

Free Birth Society by Emilee Saldaya

Free Birth Society

1,229 Listeners

Medicine Stories by Amber Magnolia Hill

Medicine Stories

1,266 Listeners

Evidence Based Birth® by Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN

Evidence Based Birth®

1,031 Listeners

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey by Blaze Podcast Network

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

21,133 Listeners

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast by 1000 Hours Outside

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

2,153 Listeners

Down to Birth by Cynthia Overgard & Trisha Ludwig

Down to Birth

552 Listeners

Simple Farmhouse Life by Lisa Bass

Simple Farmhouse Life

2,045 Listeners

Homemaker Chic by Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott

Homemaker Chic

2,087 Listeners

Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark by Turning Point USA

Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark

14,551 Listeners

The Way Forward with Alec Zeck by The Way Forward

The Way Forward with Alec Zeck

899 Listeners

Birthing Instincts by Dr. Stuart Fischbein + Midwife Blyss Young

Birthing Instincts

662 Listeners

Pain Free Birth by Karen Welton

Pain Free Birth

130 Listeners

The Great Birth Rebellion by Dr Melanie Jackson

The Great Birth Rebellion

91 Listeners

Whose Body Is It by Isabella Malbin

Whose Body Is It

311 Listeners