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Pregnancies Lost, but Not Forgotten

One Woman Remembers the Children of Miscarriage

By Amanda Formaro

A year later I became pregnant again and had another miscarriage. This time there never was a heartbeat. I was 13 weeks along when it was discovered that only the sac was growing but nothing was alive inside. This time I was admitted to outpatient for another D&C to remove yet another baby from my life.

Soon after, my mother passed away at the young age of 45. I was 23 years old then. She never got to see any of her grandchildren and that just broke my heart. I still grieve over that.

When I was 24, I discovered I was pregnant. A close eye was kept on me due to my history. Several ultrasounds were administered but there was never a problem. Not even morning sickness.

In June of 1992 my first son was born. He was perfect in every way. Heaven had sent me my first child. I couldn't have been happier. I had always feared that I would never be able to have children – I thought that I would miscarry every pregnancy.

I am now the proud mommy of four children. I never had another problem after my second miscarriage. If it weren't for my family and friends the effects might have been mentally devastating. Thanks to all who were there for me – I love you all.

Want to see more?

• Dr. Benson Discusses Miscarriage: An Expert Gives Answer to Your Miscarriage Questions
• Life After Miscarriage: Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy After Miscarriage
• What's a D&C? The Ins and Outs of Dilation and Curettage
• Grieving My Loss: Short Stories About Pregnancy
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