How is this my life? I can't believe it's Friday already, it's like this whole week has just…
How is this my life?
I can't believe it's Friday already, it's like this whole week has just disappeared in this fog that is my new reality. Once I think I'm doing ok, I break down, and even though many of my tears have turned from body-shaking sobs to just streams running over my cheeks, I still feel like this will never get better. I dread seeing the sun peek through my windows in the morning. I hate getting out of bed. I don't want to eat, I just want to wither away into nothing. I hate the TV now, I never turn it on - so I just sit here in silence. Defeaning silence.
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I'm so sorry. I was like that for a while. Counseling helped me a lot. I promise it will get easier. Maybe not today, or tomorrow, but it will. You will never forget, or get over it, but you will learn to be at peace. Prayers for you.
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I'm so sorry! I'm keeping you in my thoughts and hoping each day brings you some brightness.
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I'm crying with you. I can't imagine how heartbreaking this is for you. I don't think you have to be strong or positive about this situation right now. I couldn't imagine trying to be either of those so soon after going through what you have. I'm praying for you and you family, mama. ❤️
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You're doing a great job...take it a minute at a time. That's all you can do. Losing our son at 17 weeks was the most horrible thing I have ever underwent. It will be 10 months on the 14th and I still have moments but they do get fewer and farther between.
I have his picture on my nightstand, I have a sign that has all our names (in our household) on it hanging up, his last US picture is on our fridge, and the hospital gave us a crocheted baby blanket that I sleep with every night. All these things help me cope.
It will get better just don't rush yourself. Lean on your husband and vice versa, he will be your rock and you will be his....even when you think you aren't or can't, you will be..
So much love and healing energy your way...again, I'm so sorry for your loss....
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My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you must be feeling. Hang in there hun. My prayers/well wishes to you and your family during this tough time.
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You don't need to be strong right now. I don't think anyone expects you to be. I cannot imagine the hurt and pain you're going through but I'm so thankful you're willing to let us try to help - even if we can only cry with you.
There was something I read once about grief - no idea where anymore but it made sense. Grief is like a storm in the ocean at first. You can't turn anywhere because you're going to be hit with wave after wave. You're going to feel your lungs crush and there's no light. You can't feel anything except this storm and just trying to survive...just catch one more breath.
Then, someday, the waves hitting you will lessen. You won't forget that storm, it's fresh on your mind. You're still exhausted from fighting to survive each moment but you caught a breath. Just one, maybe two. But that storm is right there in your mind.
You're not going to ever forget that storm or the event that caused it - but someday, you'll see a Crack in the storm cloud and have a good moment. During that time, a wave will most likely come and take your breath away again. And you'll be tossed around...but there was a moment you felt the sun and it felt good.
Someday, you'll have more sunny days again. The ocean will once again be a happy place - there will still be moments where you will see a wave coming - but you'll be prepared. It won't be that storm you experienced however long ago.
You're right in that storm now, hon. You went through a storm few of us will ever actually understand. Your job right now is to just take another breath. Just one more. If you need to do nothing but breathe and come on here, that's what you do.
We will be here for you. We are crying with you and we are going to keep being there. Post as much as you need to. Pm any of us - talk about your baby, talk about how you feel or heck, talk about the weather if you need a break. But just keep taking a breath and letting yourself ride out this storm.
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I'm so sorry for your loss! I've never been through it myself so I have no idea how it must feel. I couldn't imagine loosing one of my precious babies. My youngest daughter was born at 33 weeks and 3 lbs and 14oz and I'm so grateful she's healthy today. I thought that was a bad experience in the nicu and everyday walking into something new going on with her but never being able to see her again breaks my heart just thinking about it.? I don't even know what to say. I'm so sorry.?
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We have a bunch of keepsakes. His cute little hat, a heart shaped pillow, a crocheted angel we placed on our Christmas tree, a keepsake box, 4 sets of his tiny footprints, and the sweetest little blanket. I've slept with it every night. We wrapped him in it when he was born and it just brings so much peace to my heart. He was very tiny, so even placing the blanket on my chest makes it feel like he's there with me. I cherish these items so much.
I asked a good friend to teach me how to knit so I can make hats and blankets to donate to other moms who have to go through this.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Your story breaks my heart. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you must be feeling. Stay strong mama. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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It is the Christian’s faith in a loving and ever-faithful God that enables us to endure and recover from the death of a child, sometimes in ways that others find remarkable. Such was the case of David in the loss of his child who died seven days after birth ?2 Samuel 12:18–19
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away” ?Revelation 21:4
Jesus understood the pain of losing someone close to His heart.
In the Book of John ?11:1-44, Jesus lost a loved one named Lazarus. Jesus was deeply moved and wept at the loss of His friend. This story, however, doesn't end in tears. Jesus knew He possessed the power needed to raise Lazarus from the dead.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die" ?John 11:25
Jesus overcame death through His resurrection. It is comforting to know that death is not the end for those who believe. Those who know Jesus as Savior will have eternal life
?John 10:28
God has prepared a new home for us where there will be no more death, tears or pain ?Revelation 21:1-4
While you are healing from the loss of your precious baby boy Enoch God will comfort you ?2 Corinthians 7:6
The Bible says that God is the father of mercies and that He will comfort us in all our tribulations ?2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Be assured that God loves you and that He understands how much you are hurting.
God promises you in ?Isaiah 43:2 that when you go through deep waters and great trouble, He will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you.
Run to the shelter of the Most High where you will find sweet rest ?Psalm 91:1-2
One day you will see your son and it will be a joyous reunion. My condolences and prayers are with you.
God bless you and your family ?
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Allow yourself to hurt, and let God be there to comfort you
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God gives big tests to those He loves in order to strengthen your trust and reliance on Him. May He give you the strength to endure and find contentment with His will.
To God we belong and to God we return.
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I know it's not the same, but i lost my brother when he was 16 (i was 15). My parent's are still involved with our local chapter of Compassionate Friends, a group of parents that have lost children... If you would like to talk to someone who has been through this, or need resources, you could try looking up a chapter in your area.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through! Hugs.
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My heart hurts for you mama. No one should have to go through what you did. Take it one moment at a time and grieve as much as you need to. You don't need to be strong right now. Hugs hun.
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You will go through your own grieving process, there is no right or wrong way to process your grief. I am friends with a girl on FB that runs a page called Franklin's gifts. She makes bracelets to help with her grief. She then sends them to other angel mamas in honor of her son and to connect with other women that have experienced a pain that so few understand. I think it's a beautiful gesture. I hope you are able to find something that brings you comfort and peace. You and your family continue to be in my prayers!
Ashley Roan·
Thank you ladies. I really appreciate all your kind words and encouragement.
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My heart aches for you and your family. I will continue to pray for all of you! I had a mc over a year ago and it still hurts. You are strong and your words are beautiful. ❤
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I am so sorry you went through this, mama. No one should ever have to experience what you did. You are stronger than you think!