My name is Meaghan Steele Moore, and I’m a grateful mom to two incredible boys, Grayson and our newest addition, living in the breathtaking landscapes of British Columbia. Both of my pregnancies were shaped by Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP), a challenging condition that tested my resolve but taught me the power of advocacy and community support.

During my first pregnancy with Grayson, I experienced relentless itching on my hands and, especially, my feet starting late in my second trimester. A note in a pregnancy tracking app had flagged these symptoms as potential signs of ICP, prompting me to raise the concern at my next midwife appointment. Despite initial doubts about the likelihood of ICP, I insisted on testing. The next morning, I received a call confirming my bile acid levels were alarmingly high. From there, I was closely monitored with weekly non-stress tests, additional ultrasounds, and Ursodiol to manage my levels, which fluctuated but peaked at 88. Induced at 36 weeks and 6 days, Grayson arrived healthy at exactly 37 weeks, a testament to proactive care and vigilance.

My second pregnancy brought ICP even earlier, with symptoms emerging and a diagnosis confirmed at just 16 weeks. The intense itching kept me up at night, but I found some relief using ice gloves and socks, which dulled the discomfort enough to allow sleep. Supported by an exceptional medical team and a proactive obstetrician, I underwent regular monitoring as my bile acid levels climbed, nearing the critical 100 mark. My OB recommended delivery at 36 weeks, and our second “itchy baby” arrived right on schedule. He spent two weeks in the NICU, growing stronger and healthier, and we’re overjoyed to have him home, completing our beautiful family of four.

Throughout both pregnancies, ICP Care’s website and support group were lifelines, offering critical knowledge and emotional support that empowered me to advocate for myself and my babies. I firmly believe their resources played a pivotal role in ensuring both boys arrived safely. Now, as a volunteer with ICP Care, I’m honored to support other women, answer their questions, address their concerns, and contribute to raising awareness to help save lives.