Baby Born While I Was In Coma: My Astonishing Awakening

Woman Wakes from Coma to Find Baby Born

Atlanta McIntyre was placed in an induced coma due to complications caused by hyperemesis gravidarum.

Severe Pregnancy Sickness

Atlanta McIntyre, 29, from Llantrisant in Rhondda Cynon Taf, experienced excessive nausea and vomiting during her pregnancy, known as hyperemesis gravidarum (HG).

During one episode of vomiting, Ms. McIntyre choked and had to be put into an induced coma by doctors.

Shocking Discovery

Upon regaining consciousness, she discovered that her daughter had been delivered by caesarean section.

"I was very shocked and in disbelief," said Ms. McIntyre. "I remember telling all the nurses and my partner that they were lying to me about having had her."

Challenges of Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Severe Symptoms

Sickness in pregnancy, often called morning sickness, is very common, with eight out of 10 pregnant women experiencing symptoms.

However, some pregnant women experience extreme vomiting and nausea, known as HG, which often needs hospital treatment.

Intensive Hospital Care

Ms. McIntyre's sickness was so severe that she required repeated hospital treatment for dehydration.

She was diagnosed with HG after being unable to keep liquids down even after the first trimester.

Birth of Poppy

Emergency Delivery

Ms. McIntyre was put into a coma after choking on vomit, leading to a caesarean section where her daughter, Poppy, was born prematurely at 29 weeks.

Poppy was transferred to Singleton Hospital for specialized care.

Reunion with Daughter

After waking from her coma, Ms. McIntyre met her daughter for the first time about 10 days later.

Poppy, now 10 months old, is thriving and living at home with her family.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness

Seeking Help

Ms. McIntyre hopes that sharing her experience will encourage other pregnant women with HG to seek medical assistance.

"Don't be pushed aside and be told it's just morning sickness," she advised. "I was pretty much like the walking dead."

Complications of HG

Complications of HG can include serious vitamin deficiency, significant weight loss, dehydration, and malnutrition, posing risks to both mother and baby.

Ms. McIntyre urges women to recognize the symptoms and seek proper care to avoid potential health issues.