Independent Bass MP Rebekah Pentland has shared the sad news of the loss of her baby boy, Emmett.
Pentland announced her pregnancy in November and was expecting her fourth child around Easter.
“On Monday, December 16, Alex and I said hello and sadly goodbye to our baby boy, Emmett James Pentland,” she shared on Wednesday.
“It’s been an incredibly difficult time for my beautiful family who I thank for their unwavering love and support.”
The MP praised Beyond The Rainbow, an organisation that supports families who lose children through pregnancy, stillbirth and early infancy, for their support.
“Their thoughtful care packages offer Tasmanians comfort at the most vulnerable time,” she said.
“I’m in debt to them and will continue to support their work as an MP.”
She also thanked the health professionals who treated her with “love and dignity”.
“Tasmania’s health system is often highlighted for its challenges, but my experience reminded me that our hospitals are full of dedicated, skilled, compassionate people who I can’t thank enough,” she said.
“I will take a step back from politics over the next couple of weeks to spend special time with my family over Christmas.”
