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Cora's Diagnosis and Birth
- At ten weeks, Rebecca discovered abnormalities in her baby's development, later diagnosed as limb-body wall complex.
- Despite her pro-life beliefs, doctors discussed termination, but she chose to carry the baby to term, giving birth to a stillborn daughter named Cora.
Lila's Diagnosis and Birth
- After Cora's death, Rebecca adopted a son and became pregnant again, receiving a fatal diagnosis of anencephaly.
- Despite her husband's uncertainty, she chose to carry this pregnancy to term as well, naming the stillborn daughter Lila.
Shifting Perspectives
- Rebecca realized the drug used to induce her labor was also used in abortions, leading her to empathize with women who have them.
- This experience, along with other observations, made her question her rigid pro-life stance.