In this powerful episode of I Can't Even Imagine, we sit down with Serra, a mother whose journey through the heartbreak and hope of her daughter's congenital heart defect has redefined her strength and resilience. Diagnosed in utero, Serra's daughter faced open-heart surgery shortly after birth, launching Serra into a whirlwind of fear, grief, and eventual triumph.
Serra shares how her past experiences—her sister's motorcycle accident and her own struggles with postpartum anxiety—unexpectedly prepared her for the challenges ahead. She recounts the incredible support she received from her community, the life-saving care at UF Shands Children's Hospital, and the vital role her NICU colleagues and therapist played in guiding her through the darkest days.
Through her story, Serra offers heartfelt advice to other mothers facing similar challenges, emphasizing the power of trust in oneself, the importance of leaning on a support system, and the unexpected ways life’s hardest moments can shape us into the parents our children need.
This is a story of courage, community, and an unbreakable bond between a mother and her children. Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to believe in your own strength, no matter what life throws your way.
