I had swollen ankles, and a bit of heartburn that wouldn't go away, but I had none of the other symptoms of pre-eclampsia, such as very bad headaches.

But when I went for an antenatal check with my consultant at 33 weeks, they found worrying symptoms including high blood pressure and traces of protein in my urine. I was admitted to hospital straight away, it was such a shock. Emily was delivered at 34 weeks weighing just 3lbs 8oz and stayed in hospital for four weeks.

I couldn't hold Emily for 24 hours, but when I did the first cuddle is one I'll never forget, I just couldn't believe how small she was. You see premature babies on the TV but you don't realise how tiny they are until you hold your own, Emily is still small - she wears clothes for age 6-9 months even though she's now 14 months - but she's healthy and happy. We have been so lucky.

You never like to think about what could have gone wrong, but I know research could potentially save lives. If it could help even one mother and baby it is worthwhile.

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