By Rachel Dickey
The loss of your baby is life-changing, but because of Hope, your shattered heart can heal.
When a mother loses a baby, a depth of grief emerges unlike anything else. Confusion, frustration, and heartbreak overwhelm her mind. A questioning and wrestling with God unfolds, and she must learn how to navigate her life that is now forever changed.
This was the story of Rachel Dickey, a registered nurse who tragically lost her son at eighteen weeks gestation. Having faced this overwhelming grief, she speaks directly to readers about her firsthand experiences and encourages moms to look to the truth of Scripture as they navigate their loss.
Looking for answers, Rachel began an in-depth study of what the Bible says regarding the life of the unborn, answering critical questions like, "When does life begin?", "Did God love my unborn baby?", and "Is my baby in heaven?".
A Water Lily among the Wildflowers teaches what the Bible says about these questions and many of the other questions grieving mothers have regarding this loss. Rachel notes how men and women grieve differently and offers tools to keep a marriage and relationship strong. She also addresses the wounding impact that other people have, taking a look at some of the hurtful statements many hear grieving the loss of their babies.
Those suffering the heartbreaking trauma of losing a baby need support and friendship. Rachel offers that to the millions of mothers who have said goodbye to their babies too soon.
Rachel Dickey, RN, BSN, followed her dream of becoming a Labor and Delivery nurse. But years later, after experiencing the death of her son at eighteen weeks gestation, her passion became to write a book providing biblical truths and much-needed support for the millions of mothers who have experienced pregnancy loss. When not writing, you’ll either find her watching her two young sons at the baseball field, working on and photographing their twenty-five-acre family farm, leading Bible study for her local church, or cheering on her husband, who is a pit crew athlete in NASCAR. Information regarding the book and email sign-up can be found at www.rachelcdickey.com.
"Both vulnerable and insightful, A Water Lily among the Wildflowers sheds light on personal loss. There is a message throughout that shakes the hand of grief, benefitting from its work, but also agrees with hope, knowing that one day, grief retires. Readers will be inspired, and couples need to know and understand the difference between male and female grief to avoid mistaking their differences for a lack of care or abandonment.”
-Megan Hood, certified mental health coach, family advocate, public speaker, and author.
"A Water Lily among the Wildflowers will resonate with anyone navigating the tumultuous waters following one of life's most common and painful experiences that is rarely discussed. If you or someone you know has experienced the pain associated with pregnancy loss, this book is for you."
-Elizabeth Gentry, director of client services at Life Choices Rowan, author of Return to Me
"Rachel has given a gift to anyone devastated by pregnancy loss. Her practical, perspective-shifting advice will help you move forward when you feel like you can't or shouldn't move on. She gently counsels you on handling unpredictable emotions and well-meaning but painful remarks by others. Most importantly, she offers hope."
-Tanya Pollard, Bible teacher, speaker, and author of Memory Stones
"A Water Lily among the Wildflowers simply put is essential for anyone - woman or man - going through the devastation of losing a baby. Grief is never easy but with this guide and the resources it includes, one can find help, information, and encouragement to take the necessary steps to not just survive, but thrive after traumatic loss."
-Leah Burris, Christian mom of two earthly children and three babies in heaven, Labor and Delivery RN
ISBN 9781684260744
Pages 160
Dimensions (inches) 5.5 x 8.25
Weight (pounds) .5