It’s amazing what happens to a woman’s intuition when she becomes a mother.

All of a sudden, her life is no longer about just herself. Her child’s safety comes first — no matter what happens.

This story is a perfect example of a mother’s love — it is both incredibly sad and very heartwarming.

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21-year-old Shelby Ann Carter was building an idyllic family life. She and her boyfriend lived with her mother in Wyoming, Ill. At the beginning of January 2017, the couple welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world. Shelby was absolutely delighted to be a mother.

However, her plans for the future would end sadly. On January 30, 2017, the worst thing possible happened — and it was a terrible tragedy.

Shelby Carter was home alone with her newborn daughter when their home