Jill Duggar is open with her fans about many aspects of her life, and this includes moments that are painful for her to share, like her previous miscarriage and stillbirth. Jill and her husband, Derick Dillard, made a heartbreaking announcement earlier this year when they shared pictures of Jill’s baby bump on Instagram. In the caption, they announced that she had a stillbirth.
The former reality TV star also informed fans that she was carrying a baby girl, whose name would have been Isla Marie Dillard. In April, the couple shared their loss openly. “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,” they wrote in a caption on Instagram. “We appreciate your prayers as we continue to grieve and heal from the loss of our little Isla Marie.”
The loss of Isla Marie was not the first time the couple faced heartbreak, and Jill recently took to Instagram to reflect on another miscarriage. She chose to share her pain to bring attention to miscarriage awareness month.
Fans React To Jill Duggar Dillard’s Instagram Post
Jill posted a photo on Instagram of pink flowers and the name River Bliss Dillard. The baby would have been the couple’s third child. “10/3/21, the day we lost our 3rd baby to early #firsttrimestermiscarriage River Bliss Dillard, you were loved from the start & will never be forgotten. #miscarriageawarenessmonth,” Jill captioned her post.
Jill and Derick are parents to three sons, Israel David, Samuel Scott, and Frederick “Freddy” Michael, and fans have applauded their decision to share the highs and extreme lows of parenthood. The comment section of the post has received many messages of support. Reactions include, “Her name is so beautiful. I understand your loss all too well. Prayers and hugs,” and “Hugs girl. Thinking of you today!”
Fans have also been empowered to share their own stories. “We just lost our fifth baby. 3 babies earth side but hoping for one more,” a comment reads. “I found out I had an ectopic pregnancy 10/3/21. It never gets easier, this year feels heavier,” another shared.
The messages are heartbreaking, and this topic is incredibly difficult to discuss, which is why it is important that Jill uses her platform to create a discussion. The solidarity among fans in the comment section is also uplifting, as women show each other support.
