How do you walk alongside your child when she faces a heartbreak you cannot fix?
In this tender episode of Rocking It with Chrys and Shellie—the grandmas you didn’t know you needed, we welcome a dear friend, Rhonda Perry, who shares her family’s story through a grandmother’s eyes.
Early in her pregnancy, her daughter, Jami-Lynn, learned that her baby, Jordyn, had anencephaly and would not survive long after birth. Jami-Lynn chose to carry her baby to term, cherishing the life she carried and preparing for a hello that would also mean goodbye. Jordyn lived just a few precious minutes, but her place in the family’s heart endures. Together, we talk about the months of waiting, the gift of those brief moments, and a grandmother’s experience of grieving while supporting her daughter. We explore God’s presence in suffering, meaningful ways to remember a beloved baby, and how to offer comfort when words fall short. At the heart of this conversation is a truth we want every hurting family to hear: There is room for both unwavering faith and profound grief.
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In this episode, we discuss:
● Receiving a heartbreaking diagnosis during pregnancy.
● Supporting our children when we cannot change their circumstances.
● Honoring Jordyn’s life and keeping her memory close.
● Carrying our own grief while helping someone we love carry theirs.
● What helps grieving families feel loved and supported.
● Walking by faith when the road ahead is unclear.
Whether you have experienced a similar loss or love someone who has, we hope this conversation helps you feel less alone.
Listener note: This episode includes discussion of a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis, infant loss, and grief.
