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Jerek Alfred, our baby Freddy, was stillborn on December 10th after a successful (in every way than there being a baby for me to take home) VBAC that went wrong in the last couple of minutes with one of those little things that can happen to anyone. It wasn't my fault, or the midwife's. He was perfect in every way.

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  1. UnaDecember 14, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    Sorry to hear your sad news. It must be dreadful for you all.

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    1. Rachel BonitzJanuary 23, 2014 at 8:13 PM

      Thank you. It was dreadful, and the longing for him continues to be, but we are keeping on. He's always in my heart.

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  2. UnknownDecember 14, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Oh sweet girl, I am sorry beyond belief. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do. I love you.

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  3. AnonymousDecember 14, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    I am so very sorry sweetie. Sending you much love and hugs and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time

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  4. prairiegirlDecember 15, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    Oh Rachel. I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Sending you so much love.

    Sarah
    (Highlanddancemom)

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    1. Rachel BonitzJanuary 23, 2014 at 8:15 PM

      Thank you. It was an awful surprise. I was always afraid that something would happen to him, but I never thought that he would be stillborn.

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