For Whitney Quinton and her husband Brett, the heartbreak of losing a child became a reality when they had to say farewell to their daughter before she even had a chance to live.

After experiencing a miscarriage following the birth of their son, Whitney discovered she was pregnant again three years later. The couple was thrilled to learn they were expecting a girl, but their joy turned to sorrow during an ultrasound. Their daughter was diagnosed with severe abnormalities: her heart was misplaced, one kidney was missing, and her bones were underdeveloped.

Doctors advised that her chances of having a quality life were slim. Devastated, Whitney and Brett sought guidance through prayer and made the difficult decision to induce labor. Whitney gave birth to Ruby-Jo, who weighed only one pound and did not survive.

Whitney recalled the overwhelming wave of grief, guilt, and anger, but found comfort in her husband’s words: “She’s home now, with our family in Heaven, and she’s no longer in pain.”

Though the pain endures, Whitney takes comfort in knowing they made the right choice for their daughter’s peace. Rest in peace, Ruby-Jo.