Balancing the demands of work, a hospitalized baby, and a master's program pushed us to our limits.
Every day was a whirlwind of hospital visits, diaper changes, and financial stress.
Our joy at our sons' survival soon turned into anxiety as medical bills piled up, reaching over $80,000.
Credit cards and payment plans became our lifeline, but the threat of financial ruin loomed large.
We even contemplated moving in with our parents to make ends meet.
Have you ever faced a situation where your financial stability was at risk?
Allyson Ward, an advanced practice nurse and a neonatal nurse practitioner-board certified at the University of Chicago in Chicago, IL, testified before the Senate HELP Committee.
