Released from Jail 38 Weeks Pregnant, Florida Football Player Michael’s Mother Meets Son via Video as Partner Remains Incarcerated, Then Faces Devastation When He’s Murdered During Her Sentence

Unbroken Courage Amid Devastation

December 29, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on December 29, 2026

In early 2026, Kaitlyn Fernandez was released from county jail while 38 weeks pregnant, after spending her entire pregnancy incarcerated at Falkenburg Road Jail alongside her partner, Josh.

The couple endured a long period of separation, unable to see each other in person during this crucial time.

Upon Kaitlyn’s release, remained in jail for a few more months, unable to attend the birth of their son.

Their brief reunion was followed by another run-in with the law, which left Kaitlyn incarcerated again while Josh was released.

Tragically, during her sentence, she received the devastating news that Josh had been murdered.

Because of her incarceration, she could not attend his funeral and could only say her final goodbyes via video call as his brother held up a phone to his body.

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Kaitlyn shared her story in a heartfelt Facebook post, accompanied by photographs documenting these painful moments: her pregnancy in jail, the video call introducing Josh to their son, and the final goodbye at his funeral.

In her post, she expressed gratitude for the support she has received, while also recounting the challenges she and Josh faced, from homelessness and addiction to repeated incarcerations.

The author focuses on the depth of their bond, the dreams they had for their family, and the unbearable grief of losing Josh.

She concludes her post with a message, which says :

Even though he’s gone, I’m going to continue making better choices and doing what we always talked about. What we worked so hard for . I don’t want all of this trauma to carry into the new year , and manifest . Instead I want to mold it into something beautiful and break the cycle of pain.

Baby im going to carry out our dream of sobriety and family and peace and I just hope you’re watching , walking beside me. I know I will fall at times but I will rest in knowing you’ll be there to help pick me back up like you always have.

I love you and I miss you so much and I am so sorry this happened.

True love never fails.

The post sparked an outpouring of support and empathy from readers.

One commenter shared their perspective, highlighting their own experience with loss, saying,

Reading that hits me knowing that pain all to well I’m so sorry you have to feel this. Your stronger then me although I look like I’m ok I’m far from it, unfortunately I have the pain of losing my daughter just a few months before RJ. . All we can do is be thankful for the time God allowed us to have with our loved ones no it’s not fair but I guess life isn’t fair. Stay strong know he loved you he’s always gonna be with you make him proud girl

Another shared their admiration for Kaitlyn’s strength, saying,

Your courage is beyond words… You’ve endured things that would break so many people, yet you’re still standing with love, faith, and determination… Your bravery gives hope to others who are still trying to find their way out of the darkness. You are proof that strength can exist alongside grief, and that is powerful.

Despite enduring unimaginable loss and separation, Kaitlyn Fernandez is determined to honor the dreams she shared with her late partner.

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