“But instead,” Sofia continued, “she was like, ‘You know what? Actually, I think you should go see the fetal specialist to monitor, to make sure that everything’s okay, and then you’ll go home. It’s not a big deal.’”

Upon arriving at the hospital, medical professionals revealed that the social media sensation was already in active labor. This unexpected turn of events led to a six-night hospital stay, followed by an intense six-week period of labor before achieving a “fantastic delivery.” However, the challenges did not stop there for Sofia as she navigated her new role as a mother.

“I went home and I blew up like a balloon,” she recalled with a hint of disbelief. “Quite literally, just swelled. I felt very ill… So [Dr. A] sent over her wonderful nurse and my blood pressure was 165 over 103, which is like…”

According to the medical expert, Sofia was suffering from postpartum preeclampsia, a rare but serious condition that manifests through high blood pressure and elevated protein levels in the urine soon after childbirth. This information aligns with the findings from the Mayo Clinic, which emphasizes the importance of monitoring one’s health in the postpartum period.

After another challenging yet brief hospital stay, Sofia was relieved to return home, where she expressed that she is “finally feeling like myself again.” This recovery journey highlights the significance of postpartum care and the need for support during such a transformative time.

Keep reading for more heartwarming moments shared between Sofia and her baby, Eloise, as they embark on this new chapter of their lives together.