News Anchor Opens Up About Deaths Of Two Of Her Kids

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Losing a child is probably the worst experience any parent can ever have.

Regardless of whether your child is just moments old or already an adult— the death of a child is always absolutely heartbreaking.

Stacey Skrysak, who’s a news anchor in Illinois, struggled for many years to start a family with her husband Ryan.

Finally, after a successful round of IVF treatment, Stacey and Ryan found out that they were expecting not one baby … but triplets. They were completely thrilled.

Just before her 23rd week of pregnancy, though, Stacey went into labor. Most hospitals do not even consider babies born that young viable.

After delivering triplets Abby, Parker, and Peyton, Stacey knew that there was an extremely long road ahead. Unfortunately, the new Mom and Dad were about to experience a lot of grief.

Abby passed away shortly after birth, and Parker followed just a few weeks later.

Now, Stacey is opening up about what it’s like to experience the loss of children. Stacey shared her story on her Facebook page, where it quickly got a lot of attention.

Within just a couple of days, Stacey’s post had received a lot of attention.

Stacey wrote:

“I am 1 in 4.

With a quick glance, you see a special bond between a mother and her daughter. Happiness shines as a precious little girl kisses her “mommy.” But this picture-perfect moment is far from perfect.Only one child appears in this photo, but I am a mother to three children… one triplet on earth and two in heaven.

What you don’t see in this photo is the pain. The pain of holding a child as she takes her final breath. The pain of planning a funeral, instead of decorating a nursery. The pain that lingers, years after that final goodbye.What you don’t see in this photo is the pain. The pain of holding a child as she takes her final breath. The pain of planning a funeral, instead of decorating a nursery. The pain that lingers, years after that final goodbye.

Grief doesn’t go away. There will always be a piece of my heart, shattered without two of my triplets.
But over time, I have learned how to manage the grief, even tuck that pain away, so it’s not visible on the surface.Because that’s what society expects us to do.

People don’t want to see me cry. Many people don’t even want to acknowledge a loss. For decades, pregnancy and child loss has been a taboo topic, something that makes people cringe and uncomfortable.But here’s the thing — chances are someone you know has experienced a loss. Maybe it’s a friend or neighbor. Maybe it’s your child’s teacher. Maybe it’s the woman you watch on the news.

1 in 4 women experiences a loss, whether it be through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss.As you look at this picture, you see a loving moment between a mother and daughter, but what you don’t see is the special bond that child shares with her siblings. That necklace my daughter is admiring holds the initials of her siblings, Parker and Abby. She may not get to play with them at home, or walk side-by-side with them at school, but she knows all about her brother and sister. They will always be part of our lives.You may only see one child with me, but I am the mother of three beautiful triplets.

I am 1 in 4. And I am not alone.Stacey’s followers were awed by her honesty.

A woman commented on the post, saying: “Thanks for bringing a voice to this all too common issue. I am also 1 in 4.”

And another woman commented: “Thank you for sharing and shedding light on this. It’s so important to remember.”

Stacey’s strong message speaks to all kinds of child loss, creating a space for mothers to mourn together.