Natalie Day's near-death childbirth

Natalie Day nearly died during childbirth after losing 4.5 litres of blood due to placental abruption.

Childbirth trauma led to addiction

Natalie Day turned to cocaine and alcohol to silence traumatic flashbacks after nearly dying during childbirth.

Using children's birthday money

Natalie Day used her nine-year-old son's birthday money to buy cocaine for herself.

Addiction worsened family life

Natalie Day's addiction caused her to skip school runs, hide from her children, and struggle with her marriage.

Turning point with son

At age 10, her son asked, 'Mum, why have you done this again?' leading to her recovery.

“Mum, why have you done this again?”

Recovery journey

Natalie Day joined Cocaine Anonymous and became 19 months sober after her son's question.

Marriage and recovery

Her husband Chris quit alcohol to support her recovery, strengthening their marriage.

Physical and mental health

Natalie Day lost 2st weight and improved her mental health after quitting drugs and alcohol.

Childbirth trauma impact

Childbirth trauma affects 15,000 UK women annually with PTSD, causing relationship problems and suicide risk.

Placental abruption

Natalie Day suffered placental abruption at 33 weeks with her first son, leading to premature birth.

Blood loss during childbirth

Natalie Day lost 4.5 litres of blood during childbirth, nearly causing death.

Cocaine use

Natalie Day used cocaine to numb traumatic flashbacks after childbirth.

Alcohol use

Natalie Day drank alcohol to numb traumatic flashbacks after childbirth.

Mental health impact

Natalie Day experienced severe anxiety and flashbacks after childbirth, leading to addiction.

Recovery progress

Natalie Day has been 19 months sober and is now a better mother for her children.