My Story: How Trusting My Instincts Saved Me From a Heart Attack

Photo: Business Insider As a mother, there’s no greater joy than bringing a new life into the world. But for Alexis Hall, 29, her journey to motherhood was nearly cut short by a devastating heart attack just nine days after giving birth to her daughter Jaicei. Hall had waited a long time to have her second child. After growing up and getting established, she felt ready to expand her family. Her pregnancy with Jaicei was easy, and she gave birth via C-section on April 9. But just nine days later, on April 18, she began to experience alarming symptoms. “My pregnancy with our daughter, Jaicei, was easy. I needed a C-section when she was born on April 9, but a few days later we were leaving the hospital as a family. I was excited to introduce the baby to Jaylen and my stepdaughter Jamiracle, who is 14,” Hall shared with Business Insider. “The first few days at home were great. But after about a week, I noticed swelling in my hands and feet. I had shortness of breath.” Despite these warning signs, doctors initially dismissed her concerns, telling her that she was just experiencing “gas” and sending her home. But...