Melbourne wellness influencer found short of breath and clammy after home birth hours before death
Summary
A 30-year-old Melbourne woman named Stacey Warnecke died from a treatable complication after giving birth at home without medical staff. Emergency crews found her in serious condition, and she died hours later in the hospital despite medical efforts.Key Facts
- Stacey Warnecke gave birth at home without trained medical professionals present.
- Her husband and an unregulated birthkeeper named Emily Lal were present during the birth.
- Approximately 25 minutes after birth, Warnecke lost a large amount of blood (about 1.5 liters).
- Warnecke experienced breathing problems and altered consciousness before an ambulance was called.
- Paramedics found her in a serious state, with yellow, clammy skin and a large blood clot on the floor.
- She was transported to the hospital, where she suffered multiple cardiac arrests due to severe bleeding.
- Doctors tried surgery including a hysterectomy, but Warnecke died shortly after 11 a.m.
- Questions arose about the role and payment of the birthkeeper and the handling of the scene after Warnecke’s death.
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