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Matt and Abby Howard Say Baby Daughter Died at 17 Weeks After Genetic Condition

A joint Instagram statement cites a genetic condition as the cause, requesting space to grieve.

Overview

  • In a Sept. 27 Instagram post, the influencers said a routine appointment found no fetal heartbeat before an ultrasound confirmed the loss.
  • The couple wrote that an ultrasound technician told them, “I am so sorry I do not have good news,” and that testing indicated a genetic condition.
  • They identified the baby as a girl and described the news as unimaginable, expressing gratitude for the time they had with her.
  • They said they will step back to mourn and consider private ways to honor her life offline as friends and followers offer condolences.
  • The Arizona-based pair announced the pregnancy in August and are parents to sons Griffin, 3, and August, 2.