Following news of Princess Mette-Marit of Norway’s recent lung transplant, Babette van Daal, a 50-year-old Dutch woman, has spoken publicly about her own double lung transplant ten years prior. Van Daal underwent the procedure after being awakened in the middle of the night for an emergency ambulance transport. She recalls the fear of potentially never seeing her two young children again. Both women faced the significant risks associated with lung transplantation, acknowledging it as a final chance at life. Van Daal’s experience highlights the emotional and physical toll of the procedure and the uncertainty surrounding recovery. The shared experience connects the two women through a profound understanding of the challenges and hopes associated with receiving a life-saving transplant.