BROOKS KOEPKA’s wife Jena Sims has announced the devastating news that the couple has suffered a miscarriage.
Sims announced the news on her Instagram account alongside a heartfelt statement.
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The post’s caption read: “At 16 weeks, we learned that our baby’s heart had stopped beating.
“This is a grief no parent is ever prepared for. We are devastated, but remain hopeful to give Crew a sibling one day.”
Model and actress Sims and former world No. 1 Koepka welcomed their first child, Crew, in July 2023.
Sims rallied around her grief to offer a message of support and solidarity to parents who have endured similarly tragic circumstances.
The statement continued: “Too often, these struggles happen in silence. There is still so much work and research needed to better understand and support women’s reproductive health.
“If you’re experiencing or have experienced pregnancy loss or infertility, please know you are not alone.”
Sims also extended a hand to the medical staff who dedicate themselves to helping families deal with such difficult news.
She added: “Lastly, I want to recognize the doctors and nurses who must deliver this kind of heartbreaking news every day.
“It has to be the hardest part of their job, and I’m holding space in my heart for you too.”
Sims received an outpouring of support in response to the post.
TV personality Kelsey Owens replied: “My heart hurts for you babe. I’m so sorry you’re going through this.
“Wrapping you in love and prayers and thinking of your sweet baby.”
Fellow golf star Tony Finau’s wife Layna also sent her support, saying: “Love you!”
To get help or information, call The Miscarriage Association helpline on 01924 200799, or visit their website at www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk.
What is miscarriage and why do pregnancies fail?
MISCARRIAGE is generally the death of an unborn baby in the first 24 weeks – approximately six months – of pregnancy.
Miscarriages may not be spoken about a lot but they are very common. Baby loss charity Tommy’s estimates there are at least 250,000 per year in the UK and that one in every five pregnancies ends in miscarriage.
It may not be clear why a miscarriage happens but they are rarely caused by anything done by the mother or father. Usually the embryo has a random genetic defect that means it cannot develop properly.
Most women can go on to successfully have healthy babies in the future.
The NHS says most miscarriages cannot be prevented but avoiding smoking, alcohol and drugs while pregnant can reduce the risk.
Some of the other most common reasons for a pregnancy to fail in the first 24 weeks are ectopic pregnancy and molar pregnancy.
Ectopic pregnancy is where a fertilised egg implants somewhere outside of the womb, usually in a fallopian tube. It cannot survive and grow there so either dies naturally or must be terminated.
Molar pregnancy is rarer but happens when a fertilised egg and/or placenta does not develop properly at the start of a pregnancy. There is no single reason why it happens and cannot be prevented, though it may be more common in very young or old mothers.
A baby who dies after 24 weeks is considered a stillbirth.
Source: NHS
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