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Ellie Goldstein’s mother says nurse asked if she wanted to leave her at hospital

Ellie Goldstein's mother reveals nurse's shocking comment after traumatic birth
  • Ellie Goldstein's mother, Yvonne, shared her traumatic birth story and a shocking remark from a nurse on Paul C Brunson’s We Need to Talk podcast.
  • Yvonne recounted that Ellie was born 'completely purple' with her umbilical cord wrapped around her neck.
  • Doctors diagnosed Ellie with Down syndrome shortly after birth, stating she would 'never walk, talk or go to university'.
  • Yvonne was shocked when a nurse asked if she wanted to leave Ellie at the hospital following the diagnosis.
  • Ellie Goldstein, now 23, has become a pioneering model with Down syndrome, appearing on the cover of British Vogue and working with major brands, advocating for inclusivity in the fashion industry.
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