Category Archives: Neonatal Loss

My partner, Spirit, had a straightforward pregnancy. I naively believed we were young and healthy, so everything would be fine. The night Spirit went into labour, we stayed at home for a period of time before heading to the hospital in Canmore. After checking us in, our nurse attached a monitor for our baby’s heartContinue reading “We Had a Daughter: Ben & Spirit’s Story”

In our third trimester, I was measuring large for dates, yet baby was measuring small. Her kidneys weren’t processing fluid. We were sent to a specialist who suggested we travel to Vancouver for advanced testing. We had an appointment within three days. That day felt like everything all at once. We had a 3D ultrasound,Continue reading “A Gift: Gary & Karen’s Story”

It was early 2017. This pregnancy was so different than the first. My wife Amanda was so sick, it felt like this pregnancy would never end. At the end of January, Amanda began experiencing unbearable pressure on her pelvis. The hospital told us it was nothing to worry about. It didn’t feel right, but whoContinue reading “And Then He Was Gone: Lee & Amanda’s Story”

Simon’s conception was a joy-filled surprise. We, along with our 18-month-old twin girls, awaited his arrival with delight and gratitude. At our 19-week ultrasound, we learned there were challenges with his health. We went to a specialized clinic for a more detailed ultrasound—every measurement was taken, every detail studied. Based on the scan and bloodwork,Continue reading “Divinely Prepared: Jennifer & Roy’s Story”

At 21 weeks gestation, I started having some mild bleeding and cramping. During an emergency ultrasound, they discovered that I was 2 cm dilated with bulging membranes. I was given the option to terminate the pregnancy, try a rescue cerclage and sew baby in, or expectant management.  My husband and I knew the only optionContinue reading “We Needed Each Other: Sarah & Michael’s Story”

At 33 weeks, on a Friday, I started experiencing pain. That night I called 811 and was advised to go to the hospital. I was contracting but not progressing in labour; a few hours later I was sent home. The next day, I was still in pain. I started to track contractions, which were 8Continue reading “I Have a Fighter: Stephanie’s Story”