Joy-Anna Duggar Forsythhas suffered a miscarriage.
TheCounting Onstar, 21,revealed the devastating newson her and husbandAustin Forsyth‘s joint Instagram account Wednesday, sharing a somber black-and-white photo, which shows the couple resting on a hospital bed.
Joy-Anna explained that she and Austin, 25, learned of the miscarriage when they went in for their 20-week ultrasound and gender reveal.
“Annabell means ‘God has favored me,’ and Elise means ‘God satisfies.’ What a precious thing to know that when our daughter opened her eyes, the first thing she saw was the face of Jesus.”
Despite the traumatic loss, Joy-Anna said she and her family are doing better than they expected.
“Although we don’t understand why, God has given us unexplainable peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Yes, it still hurts and we have cried countless tears, but we know that we can trust the Lord.”
“Please pray for continued healing, not only physically but for our hearts as well,” Joy-Anna asked.
“For I know, whatever befall me, Jesus doeth all things well, For I know, whatever befall me, Jesus doeth all things well.”
“The Bible is right, there is no greater JOY than seeing your children walk in truth,” said Joy-Anna’s parentsJim Bob Duggar, 53, andMichelle Duggar, 52.
The couple also issued a statement.
“Our favorite math is addition and we are very excited to share that the Forsyth family is adding a member!” they said. “Marriage and being a mom and dad to Gideon has already far exceeded our expectations. We are looking forward to loving another little one and seeing what special dynamic he or she brings to our family. Table for 4 sounds perfect!”
Duggar and Forsyth wed in May 2017 at Cross Church in Rogers, Arkansas.
The miscarriage comes less than a month after grandma Mary Duggar’s death.
TheCounting Onfamily matriarchdrowned in a swimming pool on June 9, Washington County Coroner Roger W. Morris confirmed to PEOPLE. Shewas 78.
source: people.com
