AFE Stories
Below are the personal stories of women and their families who have been affected by or lost to amniotic fluid embolism (AFE). Each story is unique and offers insight into what others have experienced. Our desire is to feature these stories to lessen the feelings of isolation that often accompany AFE. Share your personal story! Select the appropriate form below.
For Survivors of AFE:
Surviving an AFE is a traumatic and life changing event. Please share your unique AFE experience Submit your story here. If you would also like to be featured on our special Instagram and Facebook series, Survivor Saturday, please submit your request here.
For those who have lost a loved one to AFE:
We recognize losing a loved one to AFE is devastating. Help further their legacy and voice by sharing their story. Our greatest desire is to help others recognize they are not alone in their journey towards healing after the loss of a loved one. Tell us their story here. If you would also like to have your loved one featured on our special Instagram and Facebook series,Memorial Memory, please submit your request here.
AFE Survivor, Mimi S
In August 2021, I went to the hospital for a scheduled induction with my third child due to some mild pre-eclampsia. My delivery was progressing as expected when I suddenly developed a severe headache, nausea, and faintness along with having a very intense urge to push. The team didn’t think...
AFE Survivor, Janessa P
On September 1, 2021, I gave birth to my beautiful baby girl. I was dilated 8cm when the fetal heart rate began to decrease and our girl was in distress. I was scheduled for an emergency Caesarean section. Brooklyn was born lifeless with no pulse. She was taken away and CPR was initiated and...
Sister Besties: Chantel + Toni Re’
Chantel was born in New York but lived in Trinidad for most of her life. She was a true “Trini to d bone!” A bit crazy and eccentric, she loved hanging out with friends, good food and the “greatest show on earth” Carnival! We met at The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine in 2010 and...
AFE Survivor Annie
I was induced at 39 weeks pregnant on Sunday, March 22nd, 2020. For those unfamiliar with Covid-19’s progression of events, that was 11 days after Covid-19 was declared a global pandemic, 9 days after it was declared a national emergency, and 2 days after the first stay at home order was...
AFE Survivor Alicia S
I had my AFE with my first ever pregnancy and delivery in October of 2019. This required me to have an emergency C-section as my oxygen levels were dangerously low and my baby was in distress. My baby was taken immediately to the NICU. My husband was not able to be with me during delivery. I...
Ali + Katie: A Friendship
Best friends- they are the keeper of secrets, the ones to wipe your tears, share your dreams with, and who help shape your world views. They are often the ones right there helping families in the toughest of days. Katie shares with us about the loss of her childhood best friend, Ali, and how...
