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HG Stories & Forums

Share your experiences in one of our forum areas, discuss HG with others, or read testimonials and other's stories about their pregnancy.

Mother's Q&A Forums
An inclusive collection of forums ranging from trying to conceive to postpartum for moms. A great place to glean hope, support, and comfort from other women. You can also access forums for families and friends.
HG Experiences Forums
Share your story with others in any of the following forums.
- Stories of Humor
  Share a story from your pregnancy or recovery to help others find a way to laugh.
- Stories of Grief
  Families share the pain of miscarriage and/or losing their baby due to HG.
- Stories of Hope
  Mothers share the challenges of HG and how they survived.
2002-2004 [HuGS] HG Discussion Forums
Refer back to or finish discussions you started in our archived forum area (circa Nov. 2002 - May 2004)

HG Testimonials from Around the World

Voices of Mothers
Read brief comments from nearly one hundred women who have experienced HG in many parts of the world.
Health Professionals Speak Out Read a one page summary of comments about HG from experts and researchers dedicated to supporting women with HG.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)
International Summary A one page summary of comments from women around the world.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)
Testimonial Summary
A two page summary of comments from women around the world.(Available as a 92 Kb PDF.)

HER Founders' Stories

Kimber's Story
Kimber MacGibbon is a registered nurse and the founder of HER. She is focused on improving understanding of HG and promoting proactive treatment. She has experienced HG twice and is the mother of two healthy children, a son (1999) and a daughter (2003).
Ann Marie's Story
Jeremy's Story
Brynn's Story

Updated on: Apr. 18, 2013