THE family of Violet-Grace Youens have announced the birth of their daughter Ruby, calling her a ‘miracle’ and sharing how they’ve been navigating their joy alongside their grief.
Violet-Grace Youens died aged four after she was hit by a stolen, speeding car on Prescot Road in March 2017.
Before she died, NHS staff at both Whiston Hospital and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital did their best to save her life and Violet's family has been supported by them ever since setting up the charity Violet-Grace’s Gift to help hospitals and raise awareness of organ donation.
On that platform today Violet’s parents Glenn, 37 and Becky, 36, announced the birth of Ruby, their third child alongside a stunning picture of their precious baby holding a purple bear with a locket, containing pictures of her big sister Violet, wrapped around it.
In an emotional post which paid tribute to Violet, they said: “Hi everyone. Just to explain why we’ve been quiet on here lately, we have some new to announce… “In the quiet hush of Christmas Eve, as the world celebrated with twinkling lights and joyous melodies, our hearts beat to a different rhythm—a poignant blend of sorrow and elation.
“On this sacred night, our precious baby girl, Ruby, entered the world, casting a shimmering light into the shadows that lingered since the heartbreaking loss of our angel, Violet-Grace, in a devastating hit and run in March 2017.
“The journey from grief to this moment of rebirth has been a tumultuous odyssey, navigating the stormy seas of heartache and learning to dance in the rain.
“Violet-Grace's absence created a void, an ache that never truly fades, but with Ruby's arrival, a new chapter begins—one where tears of sorrow commingle with tears of gratitude, and the echoes of one life resonate alongside the cries of another.
“Ruby, like a Christmas Eve miracle, embodies hope wrapped in a tiny bundle.
“Her birth doesn't erase the pain of our past; instead, it becomes a poignant reminder that life, resilient and unpredictable, weaves its narrative in mysterious ways. In her first cries, we hear the echoes of Violet-Grace's laughter, a bittersweet symphony that connects the threads of past and present.
“The fragility of this moment is not lost on us—the juxtaposition of joy and sorrow, of celebration and mourning.
“Yet, as we cradle Ruby in our arms, we are reminded that life is an intricate tapestry, where threads of loss and love are interwoven, creating a masterpiece that tells our family's story.
“To those who have stood by us through the darkest nights, your support has been our refuge, your love a guiding star in the vast expanse of grief. As we announce Ruby's arrival, we share not only the news of new life but also the resilience of the human spirit—the ability to find joy amidst the shards of broken dreams.
“This Christmas eve, our hearts carried the weight of both grief and gratitude.
“In the glow of Ruby's first breaths, we honour Violet-Grace's memory, acknowledging the pain of the past while embracing the promise of the future.
“May our journey serve as a testament to the indomitable strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of love.”
Ruby’s name has special significance, which the Glenn, Becky and big brother Oliver, eight, will post about on their charity page later on today.
For more information on Violet-Grace's Gift, go to @violetgrace.gift
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