Pregnancy Care & Birth Stories

Discover the personal stories of families in Maryland and Washington D.C. who trusted their pregnancy and birth care to Adventist HealthCare.

From Isolette to Inspiration: Ian’s 1,000 Cranes of Hope

In 2008, Ian Ekatomatis entered the world at just 25 weeks and weighing only 1 lb, 11 oz. Like many preemies, his journey began in our NICU surrounded by machines, compassionate caregivers and a community of support.

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Memorial Fund Supports NICU MOMS

In fall 2020, Erin and her husband, Russell, were eagerly awaiting the birth of their twins when Erin experienced severe preeclampsia, a high blood pressure disorder.

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Primary Care Nurses Help Precious Preemies Thrive

Shaniqua Thomas, 31, of Rockville, was on bedrest at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center due to a high-risk pregnancy when she started experiencing contractions.

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Giving Back to the Shady Grove NICU

When Wendy Hembrough went for a sonogram, she knew there could be some hard news. She had a history of miscarriages. When the doctor hesitated, she expected the worst.

Read The Hembrough Family’s Story