Serial The Retrievals S02 Episode 1: The Case
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Aug 7, 2025 
Mindy Figueroa, a dedicated labor and delivery nurse with a flair for photography, shares her passion for healthcare and the unique challenges of her profession. Clara Hochhauser, also a labor and delivery nurse, recounts her emotional journey through childbirth, culminating in a C-section amid severe pain. Together, they explore the intricacies of maternal care, the struggles within the medical system, and the powerful stories that emerge from the delivery room, revealing the resilient spirit of both healthcare workers and mothers.
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Mindy's Passion for Nursing
- Mindy Figueroa is a labor and delivery nurse who loves the adrenaline and intimacy of her work.
- She has a passion for blood and is the go-to nurse for hemorrhages on her unit.
Clara's Journey to Motherhood
- Clara Hochhauser, a labor and delivery nurse, got pregnant with twins via IVF at age 40.
- She wanted a vaginal delivery but was terrified of delivering in the operating room.
Mindy's Birth Photography Side Hustle
- Mindy started photographing her co-workers' births as a hobby and was paid for it.
- She takes all kinds of birth photos, including graphic ones, with consent.