Internet lauds Jill Duggar for ‘bravely sharing grief’ as she posts baby bump photos after pregnancy loss
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jill Duggar has been showered with love and support online as she posted baby bump photos of her after tragically losing the baby due to stillbirth.
PEOPLE reported that the pictures were taken when the former TV personality was enjoying her latest pregnancy phase.
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Jill Duggar shares her grief by posting photos of happier times
Photos posted on Monday, April 29, on Instagram showed the '19 Kids and Counting' star flaunting her bump while donning a long dress.
However, the last photo of Jill and her husband Derick Dillard showed them carrying a memorial item along with a blanket inscribed with their baby's name — Isla Marie Dillard.
The 32-year-old author captioned the emotional post: "The baby bump photos we were so excited to share, but didn’t get to before she was gone.”
It also included many hashtags, like “#islamariedillard #pregnancyloss #miscarriage #stillbirth #lovedforever #bornintoheaven #littlesister #girlparents.”
Internet appreciates Jill Duggar for talking about her grief publicly
Several people took to the comment section to send their prayers and well wishes for the family.
A user said, “I’m so sorry. I didn’t realize you were that far along.”
The second user commented, “I’m really sorry, Jill. I beg you to please keep posting to help you heal. Don’t be shamed by the naysayers. We love you and we are here to support you and help you heal. It is so beneficial to talk about your feelings, even publicly. It is a proven fact. Grief is tricky, but your feelings are normal and valid and no matter how long it takes you, I support you!”
“This is so important to share. Those of us who have too faced loss, grieved in private, and felt alone. Thank you for bravely sharing your grief. ❤️ My heart breaks for you and your family,” the third user shared.
The fourth user noted, “Thank you for your vulnerability in sharing what matters to you, despite the hateful comments. This pictures are so beautiful and I know your sweet Isla was so very loved. I’m praying for you, Derick, and the boys and you grieve, process, and move forward. Hugs!!”
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The fifth one added, “You looked so beautiful in those bump pics. Still praying for you sis. My heart is aching for you.”
Jill Duggar was 4 months pregnant when she lost her baby
The recent post came days after in mid-April, Jill and her husband Derick Dillard announced to the world about their devastating loss.
Taking to social media, they penned, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the stillbirth of our beautiful baby girl, Isla Marie Dillard. Jill was 4 months pregnant (due in August) when we found out that our baby died in utero.”
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Jill and Derick Dillard’s other children were ‘excited’ for their new sibling
The couple continued, “From the moment we found out we were pregnant, we couldn’t wait to meet our baby. Isla was much loved from the start, and her 3 big brothers were so excited to introduce her to their world.”
“We appreciate your prayers as we continue to grieve and heal from the loss of our little Isla Marie,” the pair added at the time.
Jill and Derick have been married for ten years and are parents to nine-year-old Israel David, Samuel Scott, 6, and 21-month-old Frederick 'Freddy' Michael.
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