Birthkeeper who allegedly ‘groomed’ pregnant women to fear hospital could face criminal charges
by Melissa Davey Medical editor from World news | The Guardian on (#79ABF)
Victorian coroner hears Emily Lal told Stacey Warnecke that her condition and mindset' needed to be solid' to avoid a hospital birth
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A birthkeeper who allegedly groomed" pregnant women to fear hospital could be referred to prosecutors to face potential criminal charges, a Victorian coroner has heard.
Stacey Warnecke died in September 2025 at Frankston hospital in Melbourne after giving birth at home and suffering a postpartum haemorrhage with birthkeeper Emily Lal by her side, having paid her $6,000 to support her throughout pregnancy.
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