Influencer Stacey Hatfield Tragically Passes After Childbirth Complication

Australian food influencer Stacey Hatfield has passed away following the birth of her son, Axel, due to an \\”extremely rare complication,\\” her husband Nathan Warnecke revealed.

Nathan shared the heartbreaking news on the Natural Spoonfuls Instagram page, expressing his grief over the loss of his wife who promoted a toxin-free lifestyle through her social media and website.

\\”It’s with a heavy heart that I share with you the unexpected passing of my beautiful wife, soul mate and best friend, Stacey Warnecke (Hatfield),\\” he wrote.

Nathan Warnecke

An Unfathomable Loss

Her death occurred on September 29, 2025, shortly after successfully giving birth at home. Nathan explained, \\”Tragically, shortly after, an unforeseen and extremely rare complication arose and she passed after being transferred to hospital. Hospital staff were amazing and did the utmost to help, but ultimately nothing could be done despite their best efforts.\\”

Having known Stacey for nine years, Nathan has been left devastated, calling her \\”the light of my life\\” and \\”the reason I got up in the morning.\\”

\\”Words can’t do justice to how devastating this is for myself and everyone that knew and loved her,\\” he said. \\”She was my lighthouse in the storm and the world is less bright without her in it.\\”

Nathan Warnecke

Remembering Stacey

Stacey founded her company, Natural Spoonfuls, in 2019 and expanded into social media content with Waffl. Nathan expressed pride in her achievements, saying, \\”I’m so proud of her for everything she achieved in her professional life and I was privileged enough to be able to help her complete her vision throughout the years.\\”

Becoming a mother was Stacey’s greatest dream. \\”She did it,\\” Nathan reflected. \\”On her terms, exactly the way she always dreamed of doing it. She loved being pregnant and over the last nine months told our son she loved him every day.\\”

Stacey held her newborn son, saw that he was a boy, and loved him deeply. Nathan remains determined that her love endures even now.

Supporting the Family

A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to assist with funeral costs, household expenses, and provide Nathan time off work. The campaign has already raised $24,926 of its $28,000 goal.

Stacey Hatfield, an inspiring advocate for natural living, was lost just two months before the couple’s wedding anniversary, a tragic end marking a life of vibrant influence and deep personal connections.

Reporting based on the original article; quotes reproduced verbatim.