| Location | Bristol |
| Age | 0 |
| Cause of Death | Not Listed? |
| Date of Birth | 04/11/2008 |
| Date of Death | 04/11/2008 |
| Visitors | 853 since 09/04/2009 |
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We were over joyed to find out we were expecting a baby brother for our daughter Alyssia. At the 20
week scan they found that Austins lungs appeared to have a lot of mucus collected in them. We were
scanned every 4 weeks after and each time the mucus was less so we were given the 'all clear' for a
healthy baby.
I had the first contraction at 11.45 on Sunday 2nd November, I think due to the shock of one of my
friends giving birth to baby Isla that very morning. I took a walk to the shops (midwives orders) to
bring on contractions, I was so excited as the contractions got stronger, couldn't wait to meet our
baby boy! We went to hospital at about 5pm, got stuck in rush hour traffic in full blown labour,
typical. I had monitors attatched to my tummy as this was a VBAC (vaginal birth after c-section) and
the risk of danger to the baby was higher than usual, in hindsight, this was the least of my
worries. I was first internally examined at about 9pm and the midwife said 'you're 7 cms'. I
couldn't believe it!! My partner Tom said 'what does that mean?' I replied 'it means you better ring
Becky (my best friend and birthing support partner), the babys nearly here!!'
Our prince Austin arrived at 1.07am Tuesday 4th November 2008. I held him as soon as he arrived and
I was in so much shock I can't even remember daddy cutting the cord! He didn't immediately cry so
the midwife whisked him to the reccus unit to try and get him to breathe. After 3 minutes of no
sound she pushed the red button and the crash team arrived in seconds. They were all huddled round
the unit and I knew the baby should be crying by now but wasn't. Me, Tom and Becky were all crying
by now, hoping, praying there would be a cry soon.
At about 2am our world came crashing down when the consultant turned round to face us looking very
sad and said the words no parent wants to hear 'I'm sorry but....' Its all I remember hearing.
What seemed like about 5 minutes to me had in fact been almost an hour.
Austin did not take a breath when he was born caused by a rare condition called Laryngeal Atresia
(absent larynx). PM results also showed most of his organs were underdeveloped and if the larynx was
present he still would not have lived. His tiny body took 38 minutes to shut down. He had a
heartbeat though and we were able to sign a birth certificate.
He was a perfect baby on the outside, weighing 6lbs 5oz and had lots of dark hair. So perfect and
pure. The world is so cruel.
We love you and miss you every day xxx
*A Poem for Austin* by Mummy x
Austin how we wanted you,
we waited night and day
for you to come into the world
so we could all say 'hey'.
A little brother for Lissy to hold.
A son for daddy and me.
But now you've flown into the clouds,
it wasn't meant to be.
Our hearts are truely broken.
Our world a dark dark place.
I can't believe I'll never see a smile on your cute face,
or start to sit up on your own,
or even start to crawl,
or get your dinner everywhere,
or even kick a ball.
I wonder what you would be doing
every minute of every day.
I realise you'll never be here with me
no matter how much I pray...
not in body anyway
but I know you'll always be
a little angel who I can't see
but sits right next to me.
I just thank God I had the chance
to grow you in my tummy,
keeping you safe and warm inside
and knowing IM your mummy.
For nine long months we looked forward
to that special day
when you would come to meet us
but God took you away.
He thought you were just too special
to live on this cruel Earth,
knowing that is what gets me through
because I know your true worth.
God has a special job for you
up in that bright blue sky-
look after all the other
angel babies when they die.
Your presence here though has not been missed
because your Daddy and me
have realised how much we'll love each other
for all eternity.
We wont take things for granted,
not one single kiss.
We've simply, truely realised
just how precious our love is.
Be a good boy, won't you?
Until Lissy, Daddy and me
come play with you in Heavens playground
for the rest of eternity.
So, for now, sweet dreams precious little man,
you've really done us proud.
Austin, our little angel baby
dancing in the clouds.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
A Birthday In Heaven - by Kris Smith
I heard you crying yesterday,
And felt your heart-sent love.
So I’m sending you this message
Now, from Heaven up above.
You’re wondering if I’ll celebrate
My Birthday (way up here).
I know you’re missing me today
I feel your essence near.
God planned a special day for me,
He told me with a wink.
He’d ordered me a special cake
(It’s Angel food, I think).
Balloons will fill the streets for me,
They float up through the clouds.
And we have lots of friends up here
That make us laugh out loud.
There is a Birthday carousel,
Jewelled horses ride the wind,
With music playing, oh so sweet…
The magic never ends.
I’ve made so many friends, you see
We laugh and play and sing.
We ride our bikes and play the fool
And sleep in Angel’s wings.
But we don’t blow out our candles here
Instead, they light the skies.
With love from your little Angel xxx
Helo my prince. i love you and miss you more every day. mummy is now carrying your baby brother or sister and its very hard for mummy to not worry that he/she will be ok.
send mummy lots of lovely angel dust and help mummy be strong.
love you baby boy. to the moon and back prince xxxx
Hey little Austin, I have been talking to your mummy and I know she is missing you loads, she is very proud of you and she has every right to be you a beautiful little boy.
I hope you and my angel Ben have become good friends and enjoy playing in the clouds together. Austin watch over your mummy as she needs you so much at the moment and she loves you loads.
Sweet dreams and God Bless love
Benjamin-Kierans Mummy (sands)
xxxxx
For my Mommy & Daddy
An Angel Never Dies
Dont let them say, I wasnt born
That something stopped my heart
I felt each tender squeeze you gave
I've loved you from the start
Although my body you cant hold
It doesn't mean I m gone
This world was worthy, not, of me
God chose that I move on.
I know the pain that drowns your soul
What you are forced to face
You have my word, I 'll fill your arms
Someday we will embrace
You'll hear that it was meant to be, God doesn't make mistakes
But that wont soften your worst blow
Or make your heart not ache.
I m watching over all you do,
Another child you'll bear.
Believe me when I say to you, That I am always there.
There will come a time, I promise you
When you will hold my hand, Stroke my face and kiss my lips
And then you'll understand Although, I ve never breathed your air, Or gazed into your eyes.
That doesnt mean I never was, An Angel Never Dies
Love Austin
big responsability!!! xx
darling boy, its been a while since you left mummy and daddy, so your growing up quick, can you do your auntie bex a favour and look after my dusty for me? he will be sad and i know you can take care of him because you are such a clever boy, and i cant think of a better person for the job! you are always in my thoughts and prayers, i miss you so much, look after your self my angel, and remember to feed the dog! love to you always xxxx
Austin``
The time i spent with you`i will never
forget`for as long as i shall live`
your face`your fingers`your little `
toes too`
is what makes you special through`
an through`
my grandson you are``my special star`
waiting in heaven above`with grandad tom`
an all your reletives gone before us
look after him dad`or be it the other way
around`
i know in the skies`gods got two clowns`
don`t do to much messing around`
climbing trees we can deal with`
hanging on the branches we can`t
dont be teaching him`all what you used
to do dad
it`s his middle name that is tom`
please try to teach him wright from wrong`
His name is Austin Eric Thomas Dale`
thats how we`d like him to stay`
Austin you tell your grandad`its football that
you like to play XXXX Be happy `sleep tight` love you millions XXXXXXXXXXXX
Happy Easter Austin
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(='.'=)
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The sky is full of bunny clouds
So soft and fat and white,
I wonder if they're hiding eggs
For angels to find with delight.
Because angels like Easter as well,you know,
And there's no reason why
There shouldn't be an Easter hunt
In meadows in the sky.
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-{*~*~*~*~*~*HAPPY~*~*~*~*~*~}
-{~*~*~*~*~*EASTER*~*~*~*~*~*}
-{*~*~*~*~*~*ANGEL~*~*~*~*~*~}
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(='.'=)
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How Gorgeous?
Wow, how proud are you Mummy, Daddy and Lissy!
No matter how much you miss this little rascal - he is playing up in the clouds with Jesus and all of the other little rascals in the sky. He is the shiny-est star in the heavens, beaming down upon you all. What a sunbeam! You - (Mummy,Daddy,Lissy) are SO special in Austin's thoughts and dreams - EVERY day he scores a goal for you - so that you can be proud of him!
My thoughts are with you all xxx
NIGHT ANGEL
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( o_, )` __) `-._) Sleep tight xoxox
so precious
I am sorry for your loss.such a perfect little boy and so precious.
My thoughts are with you
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