They stripped me of dignity and made me feel violated
I came into the hospital concerned about possible amniotic fluid leakage - a serious issue, especially after experiencing a miscarriage in the past. From the moment I interacted with the RN and Dr., I felt completely dismissed, judged, and disrespected. The fake smirks, side-eyes, and overall demeanor made it clear I was being treated like a burden, not a patient. This was especially apparent when I brought up decreased fetal movement and was blatantly denied an ultrasound. Since when is a mother concerned about her unborn child met with eye rolls and whispers? I found absolutely nothing funny - I was terrified, vulnerable, and desperate for reassurance. Instead, I was made to feel like a nuisance. During the cervical exam, I was not informed how long the swab would remain inserted. When I instinctively went to close my legs from discomfort, they looked at each other, visibly annoyed, and physically moved my legs apart without compassion - saying, “No, you need to open,” like I was a problem to deal with.
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