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They Told Us to Prepare for Palliative Care… But we chose to fight for Louie

They Told Us to Prepare for Palliative Care… But we chose to fight for Louie

In The Heart Of The Vault vor 5 Monaten

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In this episode of In the Heart of the Vault, Nicola shares the
deeply personal journey that began when her baby boy Louie was
born prematurely at 32 weeks.

Just days after his birth, Louie’s intestine twisted and
strangulated, leaving only 8cm of small intestine able to be
saved after multiple emergency surgeries.

Nicola and her husband were told to prepare for palliative care.

They were warned that continuing treatment could prolong
suffering and that letting him go may be the kinder option.

But Nicola trusted her instinct as a mother.

What followed was eight months in hospital, navigating life in
survival mode, making impossible decisions, and learning how to
advocate for their son while holding their family together.

Today, Louie is exceeding expectations.

This conversation explores the raw reality of motherhood in
medical crisis, the grief parents carry behind closed doors, the
strength it takes to advocate for your child, and the deep trust
that can grow when you learn to listen to your intuition.

Nicola shares what it means to walk through uncertainty,
resilience, and the parts of motherhood that are rarely spoken
about.

Disclaimer

The experiences shared in this episode reflect the personal
journey and perspectives of the guest. This conversation is
intended to share lived experience and raise awareness and should
not be considered medical advice. If you have medical concerns,
please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Listener discretion is advised as this episode includes
discussion of neonatal illness, medical trauma, and
hospitalisation.