Story
Name
Christina Nutall
Injury/Illness
Infant-Related Illness
A Miracle Against All Odds: Our Journey of Hope
In 2011, I was diagnosed with PCOS and thought having more children wasn’t possible. Still, I dreamed of having a daughter. When I met my husband in 2023, he too believed he couldn’t have children, as each pregnancy with his previous partners had ended in miscarriage.
Then, in February 2024, we received what felt like a miracle: I was pregnant! Our joy was unmatched, but our journey quickly became a fight. Throughout my first trimester, I faced continuous bleeding and multiple emergency room visits. After one hospital visit, I was told I was miscarrying and was sent home. A later OB consult confirmed that I had lost the baby. However, follow-up visits showed our baby was still growing and their heart beating strongly. Each visit seemed to bring more unsettling news, yet every time, our baby defied the odds.
Then, one of our happiest days came when we had our gender reveal and discovered we were having a daughter—the baby girl we had both had dreams of. But that joy was quickly cut short. As we left the celebration, a drunk driver hit us, totaling our only vehicle. It was devastating to have one of our most joyful moments followed by such a setback.
By the second trimester, I hoped for some relief, but at 22 weeks (just when I was starting to show a small baby bump), I went into premature labor due to an infection in my placenta. Our daughter was born via an emergency C-section at just 23 weeks and 5 days, after doctors discovered the cord was wrapped around her neck. On July 28th, she was born at only 1 lb 13 oz. She was tiny but strong, and despite all odds, she continues to fight with incredible resilience. Now at 38 weeks, she still faces challenges, including a heart condition requiring surgery.
This fight has brought financial strain. My husband is self-employed as a solar panel installer, but a recent roof fall led to infection and necessary knee surgery, taking away our main source of income. I’ve been our sole provider since August, and the weight of medical expenses and basic needs has become overwhelming. Despite everything, our daughter’s strength and smile inspires us daily.
We’re reaching out for support to help us through this difficult time, allowing us to focus on our little miracle’s healing, growth, and preparing for her homecoming. Any contribution would mean the world to our family as we continue to fight this battle with hope and resilience. Thank you for being part of our journey.