My son was born on a Wednesday. I think my first words as a mother were, "He is so cute!" His delivery was quick and he was healthy, so we were soon whisked away to rest and bond in a recovery room.

Two minutes. That's how long two-year-old Briar Curtis's heart stopped during a severe seizure in April 2025. Since birth and before, Briar had been sick. Her heart rate in the womb was high and ...