Austin John Swenby

Austin John Swenby was diagnosed with Anencephaly through ultra sound at 20 weeks gestations. Despite common abortions, his parents continued the pregnancy and gave birth to Austin at 36 weeks gestation. He survived 11 minutes. Austin was baptized and peacefully died in his moms arms with his family near. This video is played to the music of "Down the Road of Bittersweet" by Karl Kohlase. Please visit his website at k4communications.com and visit http://www.prenatalpartnersforlife.org/Stories/Anencephaly_Austin.htm to read more about Austin.

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• Austin
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• Anencephaly
• birth
• defect
• infant
• death

[SuperKimala]

i found out about my baby at 20 weeks, but my dr, told me that if i didnt have an abortion that i could hurt myself or end up dying while giving birth. then i watch these videos of parents giving birth to their babies. i feel horrible about what did knowing i could have met my baby. im just glad you got to meet yours!!

[aprilswenby]

@SuperKimala I am so sorry for your loss as well. You know - it is STILL a loss don't be so hard on yourself. You can still fill out your baby's destiny by voicing your regret.

[aprilswenby]

@SuperKimala It is unfortunate that doctors push abortion - so very unfortunate. Many, Many women struggle with that choice made at such a vulnerable time. Really, no matter how far a long we were when we gave birth as moms, we still love our babies the same - whether 20 weeks or 40 weeks. Our hearts break... I will pray for a healing of your heart.

[lehcar716]

I am sorry! Last time i saw this video it had like 100 views and now look at it. Hey I loved how you included him in the christmas picture that one year. (i am related to you some way no clue how but i am and my grandma got the picture and i saw it) thats so sweet of you

[aprilswenby]

Who are you?

[Ritagrrl]

Yes, dejectedpanda, and we'll just assume that the development of rude persons like yourself who feel the need to leave stupid comments on a beautiful video of someone's deceased child is a FREAK of nature, nothing more! Agreed, idiot?

[DJEclipseNiagara]

ILIKESFLAN, you would never have been born if you father had this condition, because he probably would have died at birth, or even in the womb.

[meriharary]

This is very moving and a beautiful tribute to your special baby. You did the right thing by giving birth and giving him life, even though it was brief. This baby experienced your love. You did your best. You are very brave.

[mapsandviolins1]

@SuperKimala

You can heal, and forgiveness is always given by Jesus. I hope you find that healing!

[SuperKimala]

@mapsandviolins1

Thank you.My heart will always have this hole in it from what i had to go through and experience Not a day goes by that i dont think about my angel and ALL the things i could and should have done differently I try not to beat myself up about it..but its just really hard...it will be 2 years Dec 3rd..and it still feels like i just went through the horrible process yesterday...Thank you for all your concerns...It really does mean a lot!!

[cheerful930]

what a beautiful song so sorry for your loss

[mapsandviolins1]

@SuperKimala

Your doctor told you that giving birth to a baby with anencephaly could kill you? That seems ridiculous, and really quite sad. I hope you can find healing.

Abortion needn't be pushed in cases like this. Wouldn't it be healthier for families to have those few moments with their sick babies, even if the child will die? If death is going to come anyway, why bring it sooner? Why not have the closure of holding the little one first...

[channing3700]

God didn't give us such a precious gift to abort..It is our responsiblility to follow through Gods plan he has for us.April you and your family are in my prayers..

[Hans021220]

Rest in peace,sweet angel!

Greetings from Norway

[Hans021220]

@SuperKimala Don`t blamr yourself,please!I am against free abortion myself,but in your case it was not free.You did not have any other choice,and you did the right thing.In your case,I would have done the same.I am sorry for your loss,and allow yourself too grief,even you did not meet your baby.You did loosea child!I pray to Jesus for you,that He will help you throu this difficult time.

[Lapisme]

Thank you for such a beautiful song and video. My eyes opened up to not seeing a deformity but seeing loving parents and a childs short life that has lasting effects!

[Hans021220]

@SuperKimala PLEASE DO NOT BLAME YOURSELF!YOU WERE IN A VERY SPECIAL SITUATION WHERE YU REALLY DID NOT HAVE ANY OTHER CHOICE.I AM PRAYING FOR YOU!GOD BLESS YOU!