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Tragedy strikes a DoGz Family.
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| Corex |
Posted on 24-03-2010 00:14
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Sad news and the reason as to why i haven't been on in a long while.
Unfortunately over the past couple of weeks my wife and I have been dealing with the loss of our unborn child.
Two weeks ago we found out that our child might have Fetal Hypo plastic Left Heart Syndrome. A heart condition that affects the left ventricle and it's ability to pump blood throughout the body. This hurt us badly but we tried to stay hopeful as they only had an ultrasound to go by. We then decided to get a second opinion. HLHS is present in 4 out of 10,000 babies. And is random. It can happen to anyone. Why us?
A week ago we met with a genetic counselor and a fetal medicine specialist at a newer facility with 3D ultrasound capabilities. The outlook was dire and we decided to opt for an amniocentesis. They would take amniotic fluid and check the chromosomes. The doctor thought it looked like a chromosomal defect. trisomy 18 or 13. The number stands for the specific chromosome that has an extra copy. We could see on the ultrasound significant signs of a genetic abnormality. Clenched fists, Strawberry skull (skull misshaped), Abnormal kidney structure. as well as excessive amounts of amniotic fluid. Meaning that our baby was not swallowing or breathing the amniotic fluid. A typical behavior of a healthy child.
Our baby was dying. and in what seemed like ages but lasted only a couple days we lost our baby. At 21 week's gestation.
Carlie and I had to go to the hospital to have her induced into labor. And we spent a sleepless night in the hospital waiting.
We were able to hold our son afterward... It was by far the worst moment in my life. and I'm sure it was my wife's too.
8oz. 8 and 1/2 inches. And I love him.
The hospital gave us some things to take home. we have pictures. a baby blanket, a certificate, and a poem that touched me deeply.
I don't really know why I decided to share everything here. I guess I could have left this post short. But it has really helped me to get some of this off my chest.
I love and always will love my son,
Rest In Peace,
Joseph Robert Ronayne
B: March 22nd, 2010 D: March 21st, 2010
Edited by Corex on 24-03-2010 00:15
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| Steal Your Face |
Posted on 24-03-2010 00:31
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Im sorry to hear that man, That is always rough to deal with, my best friend lost his baby around the same time. Good news is his next child was a beautiful baby girl. Stay strong man, you know we're all here for you. |
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| Tolik the Terrible |
Posted on 24-03-2010 00:53
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yeah truelly sorry man for that |
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| CronicBob |
Posted on 24-03-2010 01:51
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im very sorry to hear that. my condolences to you and your wife. stay strong brother. |
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| Wtf |
Posted on 24-03-2010 02:01
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Sorry to hear that brother things will come together for yea...
Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
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Posted on 24-03-2010 02:13
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I am extremely sorry that this happened to you. Just remember that fate happens. There was no way to prevent this, and this was in no way you or your wife's fault. I can't honestly say that I know whats its like, and to loose a family member, especially a son, must be truly devastating. I haven't known, nor understand why terrible things must happen, but just remember to stay strong, and you'll get through it. My deepest condolences goes to you and your wife. I'm only 16, so I know that there is alot of things in the world that I do not understand, but hopefully my message gets through. I'm extremely sorry. |
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| Fat Bastard |
Posted on 24-03-2010 03:27
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I'm sorry to hear that. my condolences to you and your wife. stay strong man.
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| badseed |
Posted on 24-03-2010 06:51
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Extremely sorry to hear of your loss. Keep your head up and stay strong. My condolences to you and your family. That really is sad. |
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Posted on 24-03-2010 11:20
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I know 2 fathers very very close to me that lost their sons, one at 4yrs, the other at 52yrs. Know matter how long they were yours, the cut runs DEEP...... most the lost dreams and hopes that you had.....well don't let those go.... it took seven long years but in a few months the father that lost his 4yr old in an accident will be bringin home twin sons.....not promising anything..... jus keep those dreams n hopes close to you..... sorry for your lost... I honestly FEEL your greif... |
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| A_Big_Wiener |
Posted on 24-03-2010 12:53
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sorry to hear about that man but you and your wife will be in my prayers |
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| i have one big eye |
Posted on 24-03-2010 14:45
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choked up a bit reading this, i'm very very sorry. i lost my brother a day after he was born to a heart defect... all i can say is that time may heal all but the scars remain. be strong and know we're all here for you.
And as far as I'm concerned, it's like I say, drugs are not the problem. Other stuff is the problem.
-Jerry Garcia.
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| ozone |
Posted on 24-03-2010 18:14
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That has to be one of the hardest blows in life to deal with, our hearts go out to you and your wife Corex. Peace and strength be with you both.
ozone
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| Kush |
Posted on 27-03-2010 15:36
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Im sorry to hear that Core. I pray everyday and i will keep you and ur fam in my prayers..Keep ur head up mang |
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| Shaggy |
Posted on 31-03-2010 23:39
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I am so sorry for your loss. I lost a little brother to S.I.D.S. when I was 4 and I was the one who found him, yet I remember that day perfectly. I know he wasnt my son and it is different in a way, but that day changed my life and I was only 4. All I can say, as everyone else has as well, stay strong. Again, I am deeply sorry for your and your family's loss.
Have more fun than a well oiled midget
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