Joy-Anna Duggar Remembers Annabell Elise On Her Heavenly Birthday

Joy-Anna Duggar Forsyth, the former Counting On star, shared a sad post on social media on Tuesday in memory of her baby girl, Annabell Elise Forsyth. Her photos and caption were tear-jerkers. Read on for more but trigger caution: One photo showed the baby’s tiny feet.

Six Years Since Her Baby Died

The emotional tribute marked six years since Joy-Anna lost her daughter in a stillbirth at 20 weeks. On Instagram, she posted a quiet black-and-white image showing her baby’s tiny feet. She also shared a picture of her and her husband, Austin Forsyth, as they drew strength from each other during their tragic time.

In her caption, she wrote, “Happy heavenly 6th birthday Annabell Elise Forsyth ✨ ~ July 1, 2019 ~.” The hashtags she added said it all: #inthearmsofJesus #heavenlybirthday #babygirl #20weekloss #miscarriage #stillbirth.

What Happened?

The tragedy happened in 2019 when Joy-Anna and her husband Austin learned that their daughter no longer had a heartbeat during a routine 20-week ultrasound. Joy still had to go through labor and delivery, knowing her baby girl had already passed. It’s a moment that TLC fans never forgot. And, the event still gets them a lot of empathy and support.

Fans poured into the comments section of Joy-Anna Duggar’s post, with over 700 responses in just a few hours. Many shared personal stories of their own losses and offered comfort. One person wrote, “Oh what a Precious One… already enjoying our heavenly eternal home and waiting to greet y’all some day.”

More Fans React In The Comments

Another follower said, “Thank you for sharing sweet Annabell with us. She’s beautiful.”

Here’s an other sweet reaction: “What a beautiful precious angel baby. Very happy 6th heavenly birthday Annabel! I can’t believe it was this long ago. I remember seeing the post on instagram that y’all had lost this precious baby. Ty so kindly for sharing. She’s beautiful and in the arms of our Lord Jesus.”

Some fans reflected on their own grief, including one who said, “Sending Hugs and Prayers Joy your baby girl is always with you and the Family dancing with the Angels.”

Another person who could relate to Joy-Anna Duggar shared, “I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t even begin to imagine what you’re going through… My daughter had a miscarriage when she was a week or 2 pregnant… Your Internet friends are always here for you. My heart goes out to you & Austin.”

This isn’t the first time Joy-Anna publicly spoke about Annabell. Back in January, fans saw another side of her grief when she shared how deeply her daughter is still missed. Clearly, while the pain never fully fades, Joy finds strength in remembering and honoring her daughter’s short life.

What do you think of TLC fans pouring out their hearts to Joy-Anna Duggar Forsyth about the loss of her baby six years ago? Fortunately, she has three other healthy children.  Shout out in the comments below, and come back here often for all your Counting On cast news and updates