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First of all, I'm very sorry for the news you've had. I can only imagine how difficult it must be for your family, and I will keep you all in my prayers. I applaud her decision to not have an abortion. You never know what God can do, and it really should be His choice when a life ends. I'm not sure of all the particulars of the situation, but just keep in mind that there have been instances where the doctors said the baby would die, and the baby has lived and done well. Doctors don't know everything, and ultrasound technology is wonderful, but not perfect. I would tell you just to hang in there and be there for her let happen what will happen naturally. You might want to see if she will see a pastor or some kind of Christian counselor - I'm sure they could be of some help to her. Praying for you all.

I have heard of some women who have been told there was no hope for their baby and who were against abortion so continued with the pregnancy. I have so much sympathy & admiration for them to go through that. Their babies were either stillborn or died after birth. I don't think there is any way to remove the baby without an abortion. The only thing I can think of is inducing labour but some would see that as abortion if it is too soon for the baby to survive, usually inducing is done if the woman is overdue. I am sure sometimes the doctors are wrong too and a baby will survive when it has been foretold they won't, but I would not want someone to pin all their hopes on that as although doctors do get it wrong things like you described are usually very clear on an ultrasound. I would hope in this case the diagnosis was wrong and pray the baby will prove them wrong. I also do not believe in abortions. I am so sorry to hear of your sister-in-law's situation my thoughts are with you all.