A pregnant woman told her husband she was fine: when he arrived at the hospital, she was dead

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In a tragic turn of events, Melissa Demiranda, 34, lost her life while being transported to the hospital during what was supposed to be a routine medical checkup. Despite this heartbreaking loss, her daughter, Mia, was born prematurely and is fighting for her life in the neonatal intensive care unit.

Melissa, an insurance company supervisor, had always dreamed of becoming a mother and had faced challenges on her journey to parenthood, including two miscarriages before conceiving Mia through in vitro fertilization. Her husband, Matthew Quinones, 35, remembers her excitement and love as she prepared for the arrival of their “rainbow baby.”

The couple, who had known each other since high school and had been married for three years, had faced health complications during Melissa’s pregnancy. Despite feeling tired and experiencing a rise in blood pressure, Melissa had assured her husband that she was fine and they should meet at the hospital. However, upon arrival, Matthew was faced with the devastating news that his wife and unborn baby were in critical condition.

Tragically, Melissa could not be resuscitated, but doctors were able to save Mia, who was born weighing just over a kilogram. The sudden loss of Melissa has left the community and family in shock, but they have rallied together to support Matthew and Mia during this difficult time.

A fundraiser has been set up to assist the father and daughter as Mia continues to receive medical care in the hospital. Despite the pain of losing Melissa and the uncertainty surrounding her cause of death, Matthew remains hopeful for the future as he embarks on a new chapter of healing and love with his daughter by his side.

Melissa’s spirit and love will live on through Mia, who Quinones describes as a fighter. As they navigate this journey of grief and recovery together, the community stands behind them, offering their support and solidarity in the face of tragedy.