Choosing Thomas — Inside a family’s decision to let their son live, if only for a brief time
Facing death can be hardest for a family expecting new life. Follow TK and Deidrea Lauxs journey after they learn that their unborn son has a genetic disorder called Trisomy 13. They hope the intimate look helps others understand and cope with infant loss. www.dallasnews.com
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awww thank u for sharing! I lost a son when he was 7, and I totally understood when Mommy said “I dont know how I will let them take you” I felt the same way…bless your hearts and your little guy too…please let us know how your little family is now
The tears… they won’t stop. T_T
How unselfish of you to choose Thomas. His ‘issues’ were negated by the extreme love in which you constantly showered him. This video is such a strong testament. It was well put when you stated that you didn’t give birth hoping for a misdiagnosis or a miraculous healing. I cried when you acknowledged no future for him…no spankings, no heartbreaks. I also cried when you said that everyday with him was a miracle from God. People grieve differently. Some mourn loss but you celebrated his life.
Sobbing. Precious. Thank-you.
All i can say is that he is with god with no more pain..
R.I.P Thomas ♥
My husband and I went through the same thing last year at this time with our son, Jack Oswald. We found out around 20 weeks that he was sick and we decided that we would let him live in my belly and/or deliver him when it was time. We found out on Sept. 28th and he was born still on Oct. 22. I was 2 days shy of 24 weeks pregnant. You are both amazing people and he was beautiful! We would have done the same thing! Susan Coleman
покойся с миром малыш…
@sgtdemanda I know this is late but i agree with you about that person “jasimo17′s” comments about this precious little boy. That person obviously doesnt know that there are hospice services to let the family have the time they need with their precious son and can keep him very comfortable and pain free for as long as he lived. I would pick the same decision as they did, opting to at least know my child and allowing him to die peacefully rather than at the hands of an abortionist.
This was truly a very emotional story! Thankyou for sharing this! I have a friend who i watched miscarry twin girls and it was hard to watch. All i could do was pray for her. My husband and i have not been able to concieve as well but we believe that God is true to his promises! So thank God for you both sharing this story…i know God is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all we can ever ask or think!!!
i have never cried watching a youtube video before now! im a 27 year old guy and stumbled onto this somehow after watching f-22′s take off all crazy. you both are incredable parents and i wish i never have to go through that. GOD BLESS YALL!!! Thomas was a gift and yall accepted him with open arms from the start to the end. he will always be your angle! RIP THOMAS
I cried when i watched this god bless you i had my baby girl at 28 weeks and 6 days i spent 2 and 1/2 months in the hosp with her and i would do it all over again to have what i have now i have lost four and have one !! thank you for making this his life touched me in a way you will never know !! GODBLESS YOU
My daughter sent me pictures of her second ultrasound. As an ultrasound tech, I could see something wasn’t right. The radiologist immediately told her that the baby had trisomy 13. He didn’t survive to be born. I was there when he was born at 19 weeks. It was so sad.
My heart breakes for you…
This almost brought tears to my eyes and sorrow to my heart. Thank you for sharing your personal lives on Youtube. I’m 18 wks pregnant and dont get another ultrasound until Oct and hoping that i continue to have a normal and healthy pregnancy. The dr.s can tell u things that can make u worry. I’m a high risk pregnancy with high blood pressure and diabetes and pray to God that it’s born healthy. Thanks again
very sad glad u chose to let him live!!! beautiful little boy
dear parents, your son was truly a gift and you both are also the best gift your little man could have ever had if ever i had to face this i would do exactly what u both had to do thanks so so much for sharing your story may your son rest in peace u guys are amazing xx
perfect love
Beautiful story. I am glad that you were able to know your son…he was a very fortunate boy that you loved him so much as to allow God to decide his fate. Thank you for sharing such an amazing testament of love for your baby boy.
I thank u for letting me and everyone else to see ur beautiful baby boy and share ur story…both of u are the most strongest parents that i ever seen…may god continue blessing both of u and ur new baby girl…baby thomas is the luckiest baby boy to have both of u!
What a beautiful way to tell your story. You had 5 days with you son while not long enough, you had the opportunity to be parents to him. Thank you for sharing your story.
well i know much about you guys but from from watching this video i can tell you 2 are very wonderful strong people .. . in a situaion like you 3 went through most people would have lost their calm from the beginning. .. your son was very lucky to have you guys. .. God Bless You 2!
you are such good parents and so brave I couldn’t imagine not having my son. Thank you for sharing your story, may the Lord Bless you, and RIP beautiful baby Thomas.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. We had some abnormal blood work come back and we will find out Wednesday if our baby has Trisomy 18. This has been very heartbreaking for me but to see your story give me comfort and strength that we need to get through this. Thank you again for sharing such a personal and amazing story.
God Bless,
Kristina
As selfish and unethical as some people may find her CHOICE to give birth to a suffering and dying baby, the important thing is she still had a CHOICE. Isn’t CHOICE wonderful?
This is one of the saddest things I have ever seen in my life. You both are so brave to have done what you did. I could hear the love you have for him & he has for you. You 2 are wonderful parents & I’m so sorry for your loss. R.I.P thomas