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Choosing Life in the Midst of an Adverse Pregnancy (Part 2 of 2)

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Choosing Life in the Midst of an Adverse Pregnancy (Part 2 of 2)

Todd Smith of the music group, Selah, and his wife, Angie, share their moving story surrounding their decision to carry their pre-born child to term when they were advised by doctors to terminate the pregnancy because the baby would not survive outside the womb. (Part 2 of 2)
Original Air Date: October 22, 2010
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