Meet Aria
- Baby Saves
“I wanted to reach out to share how deeply your mission has impacted my life. After losing my daughter Isla at 41 weeks, I learned about Healthy Birth Day, Inc. and Count the Kicks. I learned so much that was never taught to me about not only kick counting but also tracking the intensity and learning movement patterns. I became pregnant with Aria shortly after and became incredibly mindful of her movements.
My health team took really good care of me and my baby. They took care of not only me physically but also my heart after the loss. I was at a regular scheduled appointment when my sonographer asked me about my daughter’s movements. That was when I realized that while she had been moving, her movements were not as intense as they had been before. Because of your education and advocacy, I knew to trust that instinct. Thanks to the Count the Kicks app I had the data to show and back me up on this change.
My health team took action right away and did a biophysical profile (BPP). She technically passed, but she barely made it. My medical team decided they would feel better if they sent me to the hospital for more testing. Once we arrived, they tried to do a non-stress test (NST), but Aria was moving like crazy. I knew from the education I received from Count the Kicks social media that was also not good.
I was being monitored and I had just fallen asleep and within 10 minutes a bunch of nurses began rushing in. Her heart rate was dropping and they were frantically calling my OB-GYN and getting me ready to give birth. Aria was born safely, fully wrapped in her cord. My OB-GYN informed me if she were to move any more than she did, she would have not made it here today.
For those who are expecting, the one thing I would advise would be to download the Count the Kicks app. There is so much more to counting kicks than we are told. This easy-to-use tool could help save you and your baby. If I had not found Count the Kicks, I truly believe Aria would not be here today.” -Jessica S., Aria’s mom
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