April 16, 2026: In this personal and powerful episode of Flourish Soundbytes, Sarah Richardson welcomes healthcare leader and author of “Poppy’s Story” Ashley Jester for a conversation that goes far beyond professional achievement. Ashley shares the journey of her pregnancy, one that shifted from joyful expectation to a fight for life. Ashley reflects on how purpose conquered pain, what she wishes the healthcare system had offered her, and how her daughter, nearly three years old and thriving, continues to inspire every single day.

Key Points:

• 01:00 Ashley’s Healthcare Path
• 02:37 Pregnancy Turns Critical
• 10:14 Purpose Over Pain
• 15:02 Advocacy and New Normal

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