Nursing Influencer Hailey Okula’s Death Linked to Rare Childbirth Complication

Hailey Okula, known for her candid infertility journey and nursing mentorship, passed away from an amniotic fluid embolism shortly after delivering her son Crew.

Hailey Okula, a 33-year-old ER nurse and social media influencer, died on March 29, 2025, from an amniotic fluid embolism after a cesarean section delivery.
Her husband, Matthew Okula, confirmed the cause of death and shared details of her final moments, including a brief interaction with their newborn son Crew before her cardiac arrest.
Hailey openly documented her two-year infertility struggle and IVF journey, which resonated with her 425,000 Instagram followers and the broader nursing community.
The GoFundMe campaign launched to support Matthew and Crew has surpassed $250,000, reflecting widespread support and solidarity from followers and the public.
Amniotic fluid embolism is an extremely rare and life-threatening childbirth complication, affecting about 1 in 40,000 deliveries in the United States.