Kearns recently reflected on her harrowing four-day miscarriage experience during her hospital stay. She expressed immense gratitude to Dr. Blackadder-Weinstein, who encouraged her to seek medical help. This timely intervention proved crucial as Kearns was diagnosed with sepsis, a life-threatening condition that arises from severe infections.
Kearns’ Hospital Experience
Describing the ordeal, Kearns shared that the hospital stay felt like “three or four days of hell.” The couple, while in Birmingham, realized the severity of the situation only in retrospect. Kearns admitted that had she stayed home instead of seeking medical assistance, the outcome could have been dire.
Understanding Sepsis
- Sepsis is an emergency response to infection.
- It involves the immune system damaging tissues and organs.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to recovery.
Reflecting on her journey, Kearns mentioned how she initially resisted going to the hospital. She recalled thinking about her loss rather than the symptoms of sepsis. “I lost my child,” she said, recognizing that both she and her partner, Liam, were struggling with their grief.
Rebuilding After Loss
Since her ordeal, Kearns has visited Aston Villa’s training ground to reconnect with her teammates and work on her physical fitness. Despite her efforts, she admitted that the mental trauma remains challenging. “I wouldn’t say I’m fully coping,” she remarked, citing how her emotional state fluctuates.
Importance of Support
Kearns emphasized the varying ways people experience grief. She urged others not to “suffer in silence” and highlighted the significance of seeking support. She pointed to Tommy’s, the UK’s leading charity for pregnancy and baby loss, as a vital resource for those in need.
