SSM Health Matters Blog

Duncan's Story Duncan's Story

During Heidi's 20-week ultrasound a small growth was detected at the base of the baby's neck.

Loralee's Gastroschisis Journey Loralee's Gastroschisis Journey

Loralee was diagnosed with Gastroschisis before she was born.

Adelaide's Myelomeningocele Journey Adelaide's Myelomeningocele Journey

After a challenging pregnancy, Kristy has some wisdom she hopes to share with mothers in similar situations.

  Lucie's CDH Story Lucie's CDH Story

At a routine ultrasound, one couple found out their baby had pleural effusions – fluid around her lungs.

Aidan and Blake's TTTS Story Aidan and Blake's TTTS Story

When she was 21 weeks pregnant, Theresa was diagnosed with severe TTTS, and surgery was needed immediately.

Madalyn's Survivor Story Madalyn's Survivor Story

“We received a phone call from my OB/GYN's office. They said, 'There is something on or around your daughter's neck. You need to come in to have another ultrasound done.' Right then and there everything changed,” says Mattie.