Hannah Camplin dies only two days after giving birth to daughter
Hannah Camplin, 36, died of cardiac arrest two days after giving birth to Sofia.
Hannah Camplin suffered cardiac arrest in hospital on 9 September, only two days after giving birth to their daughter Sofia. Hannah was the partner of former West Coast player Mark Hutchings.
Doctors don't yet know what caused her death. Initial investigations have been unclear.
Camplin's family said a full investigation could take up to a year. Before her death, Hannah spent time with her newborn.
She seemed happy as she settled into motherhood. Her pregnancy had been straightforward.
Hutchings is 35 years old. He retired from the AFL in 2021.
He had played 120 games and won a premiership in 2018. He announced Hannah's death on Instagram.
He said her dream was to become a mother. The family is drawing comfort from Sofia.
They are supporting each other as they wait for answers.
- 36 years old, died September 9
- Hannah Camplin
- Two days after birth
- Timeline
- Up to one year for full findings
- Investigation wait
Why it mattersA healthy 36-year-old died so soon after birth. This raises questions about rare postpartum complications that can strike without warning.
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