In Memory of Baby Ella Rose Cook July 17, 2008
Baby Ella was born on July 17, 2008. Four days earlier I had been admitted to the hospital as I spontaneously dilated and Ella’s water sac had begun descending into the canal at just 21 weeks gestation. I was told by many to just “get it over with” and begin induction as Ella would not likely live. However, my wonderful husband and I would not choose certain death when I had the option to lie in the hospital in the trendelinberg position to ease the water sac back through the cervix. After 48 hours of doing so, there was no change in my condition. Ella was still exposed to infection as was myself, but we were not about to give up. Two more days went by and we hung onto the hope that something would change. However, the only thing that did was that Ella and I now had an infection and there was no way to turn back the clock for her. My wonderful doctor (who was the only medical professional who refused to give up on us) delivered the news on that Thursday around 12:40pm. It was no longer my duty to try to save Ella…if we wanted to see her alive, we would have to deliver her as soon as possible. With my family beside me, I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl who was perfect in every way. My husband and I baptized her immediately and we witnessed her tiny body move and her delicate hand grasp the ring that her daddy tried to place on her fingers…she was so strong. And Ella began to suck on my finger as I brushed it against her tiny cheek. It was a beautiful experience that we enjoyed for 20 minutes until it was time for God to take her home. This video was played at her funeral and we want to share our baby with everyone we can…what a gift we had. Mommy and Daddy love you, Ella Rose! xoxoxoxoxo
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August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
well…i admire you.
well…i admire you.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
that was the most …
that was the most moving video i have ever seen and my heart breaks for your loss. the love you and your husband have for this beautiful child is incredible and im sure that she will be waiting for you in heaven where she has taken her rightful place as an angel watchung over you both x x x
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
This was an amazing …
This was an amazing video. There are so many people in this world who don’t or have never been able to exprience true and uncondishional love. It is clear from this video how much you and your husband love your little baby girl. She was cherished for the small amount of time that she was on this earth. She was adorable and i hope one day you and your husband get to enjoy the happy expirence of raising a child. With love, blessing and prayer, Nyazia
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
This strangers …
This strangers heart hurts for your loss. I’m sure your angle is waiting in heaven and one day you all will be together again. God Bless you and give you peace and strenght.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
i am sorry for your …
i am sorry for your loss..i can’t imagine what you are going through..my husband and i just welcomed our first baby girl into the world and i can’t imagine life without her..you are so strong to have done what you did..may God bless and keep you..
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
it is sad, but …
it is sad, but they’re happy because they got to hold her and love her before she passed
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
I’ve just stated …
I’ve just stated making hats for NICU’s and was searching for a micro preemie pattern. This video came up in results and caught my eye as Ella Rose is the name we’d chosen for our baby if he’d been a girl. We still refer to the baby girl we hope to have one day by this name. I held my little Zak and cried after I watched. My heart breaks for you. I will always remember you and Ella, if God does bless us w/ our baby girl I’ll honor your Angel everytime I say her name.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
Nice comment …
Nice comment Basseuser ,you little wiener!
What can you expect from a 14 year old punk troll.
Grow up boy! you know nothing!
Your video made me cry. So sorry for the loss of your Baby Angel Ella Rose
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
i feel so bad for …
i feel so bad for people who do not know what true love means…
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
why are the parents …
why are the parents n toddler smiling? sad
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
soooooooo sorry for …
soooooooo sorry for your loss
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
i am so sorry for …
xxx
i am so sorry for your loss
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
You will meet your …
You will meet your baby in heaven one day! How awful and heartless it seems, although at the time, they must have thought they were helping you to move on and not get sad about your baby. We’ve come a long way since then!
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
I am so sorry for …
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sad that they could not save your sweet little one so you could keep her here.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
sorry for your loss …
sorry for your loss,i might be pregnant and i hope i never have to have a misscarriage =[
R.I.P baby Ella
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
The picture at 2:12 …
The picture at 2:12 of Daddy holding his baby girl is so beautiful and touching. I’m so sorry for your loss. My God hold her in the palm of his hand.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
shes so beautiful, …
shes so beautiful, and so cute!
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
What a moving video …
What a moving video, she is so beautiful, you are truly blessed to have been able to share something so precious as Ella xo
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
im sorry for your …
im sorry for your loss, she was SO BEAUTIFUL, may god bless ur family
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
So sorry for your …
So sorry for your loss my thoughts are with u all xxx
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
I am so sorry for …
I am so sorry for your loss.
There are so many parents like you who wanted this baby, and yet there are women out there who abort their babies at this age. Truly disheartening.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
This was a time …
This was a time when heaven and earth touched. I am so happy for little Ella. Her family surrounded her and loved her. There were no tears, but smiles. No fear, but calm. No funeral but celebration. For those of you who watch this who are not Christian, shown was the fruits of the Spirit. Know this - Christ encourages, heals, brings joy and comforts pain. Look into the eyes of those who participated - that was Joy in Christ. Next time it hurts, please remember this family and Come unto Christ.
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
BEAUTIFUL! There …
BEAUTIFUL! There is so much love for that baby! Everyone was so happy to meet her. May god bless you!
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
I cried all the way …
I cried all the way through this video and i am so glad you got to meet your baby. This video is a lovely way of keeping your memory of Ella Rose. She was so tiny but in the pictures she looked happy and content. . . i cried more when i saw her hold her own hands and lay in her woolie booties. R.I.P Ella Rose x
August 13th, 2009 at 1:42 am
I am so sorry - but …
I am so sorry - but this is a wonderful way to remember your special angel! God bless you and your family!!