Lindsey Bragg

My journey into motherhood began as many do—with excitement, anticipation, and the joy of imagining the life we were about to welcome into the world. I felt strong and healthy throughout my pregnancy, with nothing out of the ordinary. At 22 weeks, I experienced some swelling but nothing that stood out. Unfortunately, at a routine blood pressure check, I was diagnosed with severe pre-eclampsia, and admitted to the hospital for monitoring until I gave birth. 

My daughter Bridgette was born at exactly 30 weeks due to IUGR and pre-eclampsia with severe features, weighing 3 pounds via an emergency c-section. Her tiny lungs weren’t developed enough to breathe on their own, and she did not cry for 10 minutes. Over the course of an 85-day NICU stay, she was able to overcome obstacles nobody ever imagined could be conquered including RDS, BPD, and several emergency surgeries to repair holes in her lungs. 

Today, Bridgette is a thriving, joyful little girl, and every smile, every giggle, every milestone reached reminds me of how far she has come. I share our story to give hope to other families. 

Bridgette's journey is why I’m passionate about spreading awareness of pre-eclampsia and the incredible work March of Dimes does. I knew what pre-eclampsia was, but I didn’t know how early it could strike—or that something as simple as taking a low-dose aspirin daily could reduce the risk. That’s why I’m marching this year to support March of Dimes and their Low Dose, Big Benefits™ campaign, ensuring more moms know about this potentially life-saving step.

With preterm birth and maternal death rates continuing to rise, I’m committed to raising funds so that every family gets the best possible start. 

Please visit my fundraising page to make a donation. Together we’ll be part of a movement to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.