In October 1988, President Ronald Reagan declared October as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month saying, “When a child loses his parent, they are called an orphan. When a spouse loses her or his partner, they are called a widow or widower. When parents lose their child, there isn’t a word to describe them.”
October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. Today I remember the 4 babies we never met and look forward to seeing them in heaven.
Nate, Rebecca, Hannah, Benjamin, Ginny, and Joel
2022 The Moehrings
Leslea C Wow. Becca, I had no idea. And you guys have gone on to be the parents of many…. you guys have such a big heart! it’s amazing! Thank you for blessing the world with your selflessness and love!
Rebecca Diltz Nate Moehring Thanks Leslea, its more common than most people think. The average is 1 out of 4 pregnancies. We unfortunately are overachievers at 2 out of 3.
Elizabeth P I had no idea…thoughts and prayers with you today!
Cassie W I met the 1 for 4 but know many in your situation. When you think of the miracles that take place for a successful pregnancy it is surprising it isn’t a higher statistic. But still not easy to go through personally. Hope you are hanging in there
Larry M Our hearts are with you today. My mom and dad (Larry) had their first baby, a son, who lived 7 hours because of a under-developed spine. I have often thought of what it would have been with a brother in addition to three sisters.
Julie M Oh, Becca. I pray you meet those beautiful babies when we get to heaven. For today, know that we all are praying for you both.
Allie W Thanks for posting.
Leslie H oh my. I will say a special pray for your babies! God bless!
Kevin M This is a quote from a Jay Neugeboren book called “An Orphan’s Tale” (not Reagan), but no matter the source my sentiments are with you.
Rebecca Diltz Nate Moehring Thanks Kevin, I just reposted, I should have checked the quote. 🙂