A well-known influencer passed away shortly after delivering her first child at home, as revealed by her grieving husband. Stacey Hatfield, recognized for promoting a ‘low tox’ lifestyle and natural recipes to her 17,200 social media followers, had health issues that led her to establish Natural Spoonfuls.
Tragically, on September 29, the 30-year-old died due to an exceedingly rare complication following the home birth of her son. Despite efforts to save her, she could not be rescued after being rushed to the hospital. While she briefly enjoyed bonding with her baby Axel post-delivery, her family stated that her joy was short-lived. The exact cause of her passing remains unknown, but it is attributed to childbirth complications.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Stacey’s husband, Nathan Warnecke, expressed his deep sorrow over her unexpected demise. He shared that Stacey had longed to be a parent, and her passing occurred after fulfilling this dream with the birth of Axel.
Nathan reminisced about their wedding in the Maldives less than a year earlier, labeling it as the happiest day of his life. He described Stacey as the light of his existence and emphasized her love for simplicity, nature, and travel adventures.
Above all, Nathan highlighted Stacey’s ultimate aspiration of motherhood, which she achieved on her own terms. He recounted her pregnancy journey, her immediate love for Axel, and her unwavering affection for their son.
Support has poured in for Nathan, who is now a single father, prompting the creation of a GoFundMe page to assist him in providing for baby Axel. The fundraiser, with a £24,000 goal, has already raised £13,150 to alleviate funeral expenses, baby supplies, bills, and time off for Nathan to cope with the loss and adjust to his new role as a single parent.
In a poignant farewell, Nathan expressed gratitude for the life they shared and expressed hope for a reunion in the future.