The oncologist said “You’re pregnant, and your blood pressure is not good. I want you to go to the ER today. You need to call your midwife and get confirmation from her — but I’m just telling you, I really think you need to go to the ER.” By now, I’m freaking out. I had Ebony call the midwife because I just was so scared. Racha said “Yep, Ericka needs to go to the ER, and you need to pack a hospital bag.” On the ride, Racha called to console me. I still didn’t understand why Ebony had to bring a hospital bag. The whole ride there I’m thinking, I’m just gonna be on bed rest, so I didn’t understand. And then when I got to the hospital, my blood pressure was around 176 over 110. I had developed preeclampsia, a very serious pregnancy complication. Extremely high blood pressure is a telltale sign, but untreated, it can be fatal for both the baby and the person who is pregnant.