Nursing influencer Hailey Okula tragically dies during childbirth after long infertility struggles
Soror Shaiza | Apr 03, 2025, 17:10 IST
Hailey Okula, a well-known nursing influencer and founder of RN New Grads, tragically passed away from complications during childbirth just after welcoming her son, Crew. Known for her open and candid sharing about infertility and IVF struggles, her death has left a devastated community of followers, friends, and family who are now rallying around her husband, Matthew Okula, and their newborn son.
A journey of love and perseverance
For nine months, Hailey Okula shared her personal journey with over 400,000 Instagram followers. Her posts provided an honest look at the challenges she and her husband, Matthew, faced while trying to conceive, from their infertility struggles to the difficult IVF process. Despite facing numerous hurdles, Okula remained a beacon of strength and positivity, expressing how excited and grateful she was to finally be expecting their son, Crew.
Tragically, just after giving birth, Okula passed away due to complications from childbirth. Her husband, Matthew, took to social media to announce her death, sharing a heartfelt tribute to his wife. In his post, he described Hailey as his “everything,” a hardworking, passionate woman who supported him through thick and thin. “She was my partner, my teammate, my fighter,” he wrote, reflecting on their long road to parenthood and how much she had endured to bring their child into the world.
The outpouring of love and support
Hailey’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief from her followers and the broader nursing community. Many shared their personal experiences of how Hailey had impacted their lives, particularly during their hospital stays. One follower recalled Hailey’s kindness and quick response during a difficult hospitalization. Others, including fellow mothers, expressed how much they had connected with Hailey through their shared pregnancy journeys, offering heartfelt condolences and tributes to the beloved influencer.
Beyond her social media presence, Hailey Okula leaves behind a powerful legacy of compassion, determination, and advocacy. As the founder of RN New Grads, she provided crucial support and resources for newly graduated nurses. Her transparency about the challenges of IVF and pregnancy has inspired countless people, especially those facing their own fertility struggles. Now, as her family mourns her loss, her community has come together to support her widower and their newborn son, Crew, through the tough road ahead.