Officially Joining

BLPL101 · February 2015

I posted my story a while ago about receiving devastating news at our anatomy scan (around 19 weeks, I believe) that our baby will not survive due to serious birth defects. I decided to carry her and pray for a miracle. I had no amniotic fluid, but miraculously it filled and so they gave me some hope that perhaps she might live, but of course, they couldn't guarantee because her lungs were so underdeveloped. She also had an omphalocele (organs outside her body), severe scolosis and clubbed feet. My water broke at 32 weeks and I stayed in the hospital due to risk of infection. The goal was 34 weeks, but at 33 weeks 1 day I started having contractions and was in active labor for only a few hours before she was born. They actually didn't even realize I was in labor and were prepping everything for my c-section when I started pushing and she was out in a few minutes. They did everything they could to help her, but her lungs were just too small and it was clear she wasn't going to make it. Elizabeth Rose was born Monday, February 16, weighed 4 lb 3 oz and lived for about 1 hour. We are planning her memorial service and that will be on Tuesday. I am devastated and so sad to join y'all.

schulme2 · February 2015

I'm so sorry to officially welcome you. Elizabeth Rose is a beautiful name and what a strong little girl to stay in a little longer so you could meet her and have some time with her after birth. I pray you find the strength to get through these very difficult days/weeks/months. We are all here if you need anything. Sending big hugs to you.

dadalou · February 2015

Welcome to the board. It is a great place full of supportive women.

I'm so sorry for your loss of Elizabeth Rose. I will be thinking of you on Tuesday.

msunshine123 · February 2015

I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter Elizabeth Rose. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. This is a great board with amazing women who have helped me so much and I hope it will help you too!

hsabyan · February 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in this board and peace during this time of pain and chaos. ((hugs))

lexusolsen · February 2015

I'm so sorry to hear that Elizabeth Rose has passed.

stefuge · February 2015

I am so sorry for your loss of Elizabeth Rose. Know that we are here whenever you need us.

shandorfml2 · February 2015

*siggy warning

I am so sorry for your loss of sweet Elizabeth ((hugs))

ikrystal · February 2015

**ticker warning**

I am so sorry for your loss. This group of women has gotten me through the darkest time of my life and still continues to support me. I hope you find support here - please let us know if you need anything.

jenn.schott · February 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Elizabeth Rose is such a beautiful name. Please feel free to lean on us during this time - you will have many ups and down and know that is normal. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.