Pages

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Sad Sad News

Yesterday we learned that our son and daughter-in-law, who are pregnant, lost one of their twins. The other baby, "the healthy one" they said is "strong." We pray it continues to grow and thrive.
But we are so sad and disappointed over the loss of the one. I know and knew the stats were not good, given that this is an invetro pregnancy and my DIL's age are factors that gave odds of 70% demise early in the first trimester. But knowing that doesn't take away the hope and desire and excitement. I'm not sure if this loss comes under the heading of Vanishing Twin Syndrome, but it sure sounds like it. You can read about it on that link.
Thank you for letting me share this with you.
Posted by at

23 comments:

  1. Cris, Artist in OregonJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Sorry for this loss. I am praying for the strong one to make it all the way. The article was interesting. Sure sounds like the same thing. Love your little blanket you did.

    ReplyDelete
  2. studio loloJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    aw Lynn. That is sad. Hugs and blessings to them and the little one that's staying strong.

    xo♥

    ReplyDelete
  3. JudeJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    So sad....I do pray everything is wonderful from here on in!! I'll be waiting with bated breath for news of the strong one
    Take care
    Jude
    x

    ReplyDelete
  4. Terri KahrsJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with your family and, especially, your DIL. May comforting angels surround you. Many blessings, Terri xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  5. artymessJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Lynn I am so sorry to hear of the loss ...i will send positve thoughts and love to you and your lovely family....x

    ReplyDelete
  6. sukipoetJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Im so sorry Lynn. Sending prayers to the babe within.

    ReplyDelete
  7. chris, milatosJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Sending loving and positive thoughts to all of you.

    ReplyDelete
  8. pattiJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    It is so very sad Lynn. I'm sorry to hear your news. Saying some prayers for your growing grandchild...

    ReplyDelete
  9. ElspethJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Sorry to hear the news Lynn. Thankful that the other twin is strong. I didn't know the name Vanishing Twin Syndrome, but I have heard that sometimes when one twin is very strong and the other is weak, the weak one can be absorbed by the stronger one. I'm not sure how. All the best to your DIL and the baby as they continue to grow.

    ReplyDelete
  10. MimJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    oh, sad, sad is right. blessings for the strong one and yes..I know about vanishing twin syndrome, but still - all the science in the world doesn't replace a baby

    ReplyDelete
  11. The fearless threaderJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    So sorry for your family's loss. I hope that the one baby survives and thrives and that the outcome after all is good. My thoughts are with you and your family.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Bleubeard and ElizabethJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Oh LYNN!! My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry to read this. I know how hard it must have hit you. And please feel free to talk about your loss here on your blog, too. We all love you, or we wouldn't come visit. We'll more than likely cry with you, too.

    ReplyDelete
  13. BeeJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I'm so very sorry for the loss to you and your family, Lynn. If it is any comfort, my son and daughter-in-law experienced the same thing. They were blessed 6 months later with a strong, healthy daughter. I will keep this precious baby in my prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  14. TeriJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    So sad to hear this. I am praying for the one to remain strong.

    ReplyDelete
  15. Lisa at GreenbowJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Oh Lynn, what sad news. I will be praying for the remaining twin. I hope all goes well for her. Big Hugs.

    ReplyDelete
  16. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    That is so very sad .... I am sorry for all of you and your loss .... I do hope and pray that the strong twin is indeed very strong ....

    ReplyDelete
  17. Kate RobertsonJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Lynn,

    Oh I am so sorry to hear this. Here is a virtual hug for you and your daughter in law. My prayers are with you.

    Kate

    ReplyDelete
  18. JulieJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Oh, Lynn, I am so sorry for the loss of this precious child. My heart is grieving for the entire family.
    I am sending love your way!
    xoxo,
    Julie

    ReplyDelete
  19. Lynn CohenJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Oh my. Thank you all so very very much for your warm heart felt wishes, blessings, prayers, feelings shared. I so appreciate this.

    You helped me get through this day.

    xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

    ReplyDelete
  20. HannahJanuary 14, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Lynn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart grieves for the little one gone and for your son and daughter-in-law. I send my prayers to you and your family at this time and I pray for the health of your daughter-in-law and the little soul growing within her.

    ReplyDelete
  21. PAK ARTJanuary 15, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I'm sad for you and them. It's so hard to see a promise get taken away. I'll be praying for continued strength for the other one.

    ReplyDelete
  22. StampmaidenJanuary 15, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Oh Lynn, I am so sorry for you and your family. I'm sending you cyber hugs and prayers. Be well, friend.

    ReplyDelete
  23. Chris DalyJanuary 20, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Hi Lynn, I'm so sorry to hear the news. My prayers and good wishes to your kids for a strong and healthy remainder of the pregnancy.

    ReplyDelete

Thanks for leaving your comments as I love hearing from you. Your words of encouragement are why I continue to draw!

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)