Country music star Clay Walker and his wife Jessica Craig have announced the devastating news that they suffered a miscarriage at 20 weeks with their sixth child. The couple, who had only recently shared the happy news of their pregnancy, were eagerly anticipating the arrival of their daughter, Eleanora Lindsey.
In an interview with People magazine, Walker shared that the loss has been very difficult on the whole family. “The whole family had been waiting for the baby, and it was really, just a huge blow,” he said. “We had her room ready, her clothes bought — everything, and her name, Eleanora Lindsey. So, it was a nightmare and still is for my wife.”
Walker, who is known for hits such as “Live Until I Die,” shares five children with Craig: one daughter, 13-year-old Mary-Elizabeth, and four sons: Christiaan, 2, Ezra, 5, Elijah, 10, and William, 14. He also has two adult daughters, Skylor and MaClay, from a previous marriage.
The country star explained that the couple has turned to their faith and close friends to try and help them get through this difficult time. Despite the heartbreaking loss, he emphasized the importance of remaining positive and hopeful for the future.
“We were at 20 weeks, and we’d already made it through the toughest part,” Walker said. “We’ve had five successful full-term pregnancies and five beautiful children. It’s tough.”
“It felt like we got run over by a train and just watching my wife suffer through that,” the singer continued. “I feel for all the women out there who have been through a miscarriage, just because you’re losing a child.”
“I just don’t know how moms make it through the rest of their lives with that kind of pain,” he added. “It’s just so, so deep. And you know, as a husband and a father, not being able to do anything about it, not being able to protect my wife’s feelings or the baby, sucks.”
Miscarriages are unfortunately common, affecting up to 10-20% of all pregnancies, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. However, each loss is a unique and painful experience for the family involved.
As the country music community and fans alike send their condolences to Walker and Craig during this difficult time, it is important to remember the importance of support and love for those who are grieving. Our thoughts are with the family as they navigate through this heartbreaking loss.
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