Tragic Decision
A new mum, Deborah Vanini, faced a devastating ultimatum from doctors: undergo cancer treatment and risk the life of her unborn child or refuse treatment to save the baby.
Selfless Sacrifice
Deborah, 38, chose to put her unborn baby first, declining the life-saving medication that doctors warned would harm the fetus. She was diagnosed with stage four cancer on the same day she found out she was pregnant.
Miraculous Birth
Despite the challenges, Deborah gave birth to her daughter, Megan, prematurely at 35 weeks. Baby Megan arrived safely, weighing just 4lb 3oz, and Deborah described her as a "miracle."
Extraordinary Courage
Deborah's brave decision to forgo treatment in order to give her daughter a chance at life was met with admiration from many, including the president of Italy’s Lombardy region, Attilio Fontana, who praised her "extraordinary courage and love."
Final Moments
Deborah spent two precious months with her partner Massimo and baby Megan before passing away, leaving behind a legacy of selflessness and love.
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This heartbreaking tale echoes that of another courageous mum, Azzurra Carnelos, who faced a similar choice between chemotherapy and protecting her unborn baby from harm.
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