Mother Recovers from Stroke After Childbirth

Charlotte Coulbert, a 37-year-old mother from Staffordshire, experienced a stroke just three weeks after giving birth to her daughter, Verity, in May 2022. The stroke, caused by a blood clot due to an undetected hole in her heart, left her with paralysis on her right side and memory issues, requiring her to relearn basic skills. Charlotte was put into an induced coma for ten days and struggled to engage with her newborn during this time, which she described as devastating and heart-wrenching. Her husband, Chay, had to take on all household responsibilities and care for their three children, leading Charlotte to feel like a burden. Despite the challenges, she has made significant progress through physiotherapy and hopes to return to work with improved mobility and communication. Charlotte's journey reflects the emotional and physical toll of her sudden health crisis on her family life.