Baby Jude
This is a photo of our youngest child, Jude. It is the only photo we will ever have of him, because he has passed into eternity.
Yes, I, your darn-near-ancient birth educator, realized I was pregnant just about three 3 weeks ago. According to my blood work and my last menstrual cycle, I was almost 7 weeks along when I realized. 🫣😭 I was so out of the habit of getting pregnant that I forgot to pay attention!
I have a wonderful NaPro gynecologist who got me right on meds due to my history of miscarriage, but I’m pretty sure it was already too late.
Our little Jude was not meant for my arms here on earth.
In the past, I despaired with each of my miscarriages. (Don’t get me wrong. I’m still very sad.) But I’ve learned the hard way to hold these gifts lightly, with an open hand. I thank God for the short time I had with baby Jude, for the miracle of new life in this old and broken body. Even while I grieve, I understand it is best for the Author of Life to take my baby back when He deems it right.
“The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away. Blessed be the Name of the Lord.” -Job 1:21
Most of all, I have hope that I will hold Jude and my other miscarried babes in heaven.
Michael, Corinne, Rafael, Maryam, Clement Pio, and now Jude.
🤍Ora pro nobis.🤍
“I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” -John 10:10
I plan write a blog post with my tips for having a peaceful and healing miscarriage at home, but for now, here are some resources. Please add your tips in the comments.
Humble Mission Beads Bereavement Boxes
Red Bird Ministries
And please pray for all those who are suffering from miscarriage and stillbirth. May Our Lady wrap each family in the mantle of her love and protection. May she lift the souls of our miscarried and stillborn babies to the waiting arms of their Savior, and may we meet them again when our time has come.
