Miscarriage #5

Once again we have miscarried. It was fun to think about having children 18 months apart. My mother had children very close together. Thoughts of having a 3rd child were pretty exciting. But this wasn't meant to be. The Lord must have different plans in store for me and our family. This miscarriage was swift and naturally passed within 3 days. Baby was about 8 1/2 weeks along, developmentally 6 weeks along. Small heart beat was found at 7 weeks but it was very faint and weak. After the 1st ultrasound, my expectations were low for survival. Since I have seen so many ultrasounds before, I knew what I was looking for. This one wasn't going to make it.
Our faith remains strong in the Lord. Perhaps we are meant to have 2 beautiful children. Perhaps more. The future is unknown. Mccord and I, both, every day are SO grateful for the children that we have and the family that we were blessed with. We truly feel so fortunate to have any kids at all.
To all who are struggling with infertility, miscarriage, or child loss, please know that you are not alone. Please know that every tear, heart ache, and sleepless nights happen to more people than you know. The Lord is there to help and comfort you. I know that if you reach out to God and his son, Jesus Christ, that you can make it through.