Published on October 04, 2024

Darci's Story Part 2: Honoring Jack, Celebrating Evie

After the heartbreak of losing their son Jack, one family found hope and healing through the unexpected arrival of their daughter Evie. This is their journey of remembrance, courage, and finding joy again.

Darci welcomed Evie into the world a year after the heartbreaking loss of her son Jack.

Every family’s journey through pregnancy is unique—filled with hopes, dreams, and sometimes, unexpected heartbreak.

Darci Judge, a house manager at Mary Greeley Medical Center, shared her touching and inspiring story about experiencing the heartbreaking loss of her son Jack. Darci’s story continued when she and her family welcomed daughter, Evie, into the world. With her family and her team at Mary Greeley, Darci has been given the opportunity to celebrate Evie's life while honoring Jack's memory. Please watch Darci’s story – Part 1 and Part 2 -- below.

Understanding Stillbirth and Infant Loss

Losing a child at any stage is a devastating experience that no parent should face alone. The grief can feel isolating, and families often struggle to find the right support. In the United States, 1 in 175 pregnancies ends in stillbirth, a loss that occurs at 20 weeks or later. Each of these losses represents a cherished life, a family’s dreams, and countless unspoken words.

Mary Greeley’s Birthways Unit provides a bereavement suite for family’s who have experience the loss of an infant. Learn more about Mary Greeley's bereavement suite in Birthways.