The American Red Cross Northern New England Region

From Crisis to Compassion: One Donor’s Personal Story of Giving Back

By Dan Dowling, Regional Communications Manager

"I remember thinking, 'Oh my gosh, my husband is going to raise these babies without me.'"

That was the thought going through Dedi Sampson’s mind shortly after delivering her son. The New Hampshire mom was resting when she felt that something was wrong. She alerted the nurses for help.

"I didn't feel right, so I rang the call button for the nurse to come in. She came and I said something's not right."

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