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'It was a miracle': Mom who had a stroke while pregnant reflects with her son

By Jey Born
Published December 5, 2025 at 4:57 AM EST

Marla Wendel was three months pregnant when she had a stroke. Over 30 years later, she talks with her now-adult son, Daniel, about the experience.

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