First-time mum dies during childbirth but saves 'miracle' baby with final act

Chelsea McGillivray, 31, suffered an unknown cardiac event while giving birth

First-time mum dies during childbirth but saves 'miracle' baby with final act

TL;DR

  • Chelsea McGillivray, 31, died on August 24 during childbirth.
  • Her heart stopped during labor, and doctors were unable to save her.
  • Her baby, Tommy, survived the event, which is considered a miracle.
  • The family believes Chelsea's final act was to hold on long enough to save her son.
  • Her partner, Jack Mitchell, is now raising Tommy alone.
  • A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Jack and Tommy.
  • The exact cause of Chelsea's death is not yet confirmed, but it was a sudden cardiac event.
  • Loved ones describe Chelsea as the 'life and soul of every party' and someone who was excited to be a mother.