Social Justice
Adriana Smith taken off life support after baby delivered via emergency c-section
Adriana Smith, a Georgia woman who had been declared brain dead in February while carrying her unborn child, was taken off life support on June 13, shortly after doctors performed an emergency cesarean section to deliver the baby.

Adriana Smith, the Georgia mother who was declared brain dead in February while pregnant, was removed from life support on June 13, just days after doctors delivered her baby via emergency C-section. The infant, born prematurely, remains under close medical care in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Beloved mother Adriana Smith taken off life support
Smith’s case has drawn national attention due to Georgia’s abortion law, which requires life-sustaining treatment to continue for pregnant individuals, even in cases of brain death. Her family maintained hope through months of uncertainty, as doctors worked to keep her body functioning long enough to safely deliver the child.
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Now mourning her passing, Smith’s loved ones are moving their focus to the baby’s care and long-term well-being. Her mother, April Newkirk, has been a constant presence throughout the ordeal—organizing support, raising awareness, and spearheading a GoFundMe that has garnered almost $400,000 in donations.
The case has reignited debate around reproductive laws and medical ethics, as families, medical professionals, and lawmakers navigate the complex realities these policies can create.
Smith is remembered as a beloved mother, a dedicated registered nurse, and now, a symbol of both the fragility and strength of life. Her legacy lives on through her newborn child—and the conversations she has sparked.
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