We're expecting our 3rd child in July. We had an ultrasound preformed at 28 weeks and discovered he has anencephaly, a fatal birth defect. Here's our story and experiences
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
The time has come
I knew this day would come. In one way I was excited to finally see our little boy. In another way I wasn't, cause I knew what the outcome was and didn't know if we were ready to accept that it actually happened. For the past few days Sarah hasn't been able to feel him move much. Last night I could tell that something was wrong, today at the Dr. office, couldn't find a beat, then an ultrasound confirmed it.
I am so sorry to read this, I am sitting here in tears realizing the pain you both are going through right now. I am looking forward to hearing more about Jack when you are ready, until then, I am praying God wraps his arms around you and Sarah that you may be filled with peace beyond understanding that only He can provide!
Anencephaly is the absence of a large part of the brain and the skull.
Anencephaly is one of the most common neural tube defects. Neural tube defects are birth defects that affect the tissue that grows into the spinal cord and brain.
Anencephaly occurs early in the development of an unborn baby. It results when the upper part of the neural tube fails to close. Why this happens is not known. Possible causes include environmental toxins and low intake of folic acid by the mother during pregnancy.
Anencephaly occurs in about 1 out of 10,000 births. The exact number is unknown, because many of these pregnancies result in miscarriage. Having one infant with this condition increases the risk of having another child with neural tube defects
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We have recieved so many kind words, prayers, and stories from people that have reached out to us.
So sorry to hear this.....we are thinking and praying for you.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to read this, I am sitting here in tears realizing the pain you both are going through right now. I am looking forward to hearing more about Jack when you are ready, until then, I am praying God wraps his arms around you and Sarah that you may be filled with peace beyond understanding that only He can provide!
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry to hear this! We will pray for you & your family!
ReplyDeleteMy heart just aches. I don't know what to do or say but, we love you, you are in our prayers, and we are a phone call away if you need anything.
ReplyDeleteI am so deeply sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteDrowning in tears...
God's peace to you,
Melissa & Amelia
I'm so sorry. I'm so sorry you won't get to meet him in you arms alive. (((hug)))
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