Kourtney Kardashian recently opened up about a frightening time during her pregnancy with her son, Rocky. In a new episode of her reality show “The Kardashians,” Kourtney revealed that she had to undergo emergency fetal surgery to save her baby’s life.
Finding the Problem Early
The story starts with a routine checkup. Kourtney had a special doctor visit at home to scan her baby just before her husband, Travis Barker, was about to leave for a tour. This doctor is an expert in high-risk pregnancies and very careful during checkups. During the scan, the doctor saw something that worried him and recommended Kourtney see other specialists. Unfortunately, this meant she needed to have surgery on the baby while still in the womb.
A Difficult Decision
Fetal surgery is a serious operation. It’s scary because it’s done on such a tiny baby and there’s always a risk. Kourtney described the whole experience as “terrifying and stressful.” However, the doctors believed it was necessary.
Timing Was Everything
Thankfully, the surgery happened right when it needed to. Kourtney said, “The timing of it was miraculous. That saved everything.” She also shared that the doctor assured her it wasn’t anything she did wrong. It was just a very rare situation.
Travis Couldn’t Be There
Adding to the stress, Travis was already on his way to Europe for his band tour when this all happened. By the time he got back, the surgery was already done. Kourtney’s mom, Kris Jenner, took her to the hospital, and Travis rushed back to be by her side as soon as he landed. Things got even more tense because the Wi-Fi wasn’t working on Travis’s plane trip home! Kourtney said she kept trying to send updates, but he wasn’t getting them.
Recovery and Relief
After the surgery, Kourtney focused on resting for the remaining two months of her pregnancy. She said she spent a lot of time on bed rest to make sure everything went smoothly. Thankfully, it did! Rocky was born healthy in November 2023.
Sharing the Story
Kourtney decided to share this story because it might help other families going through a similar situation. Knowing they’re not alone can be a comfort during such a scary time. She also wanted to praise her medical team for their skill and care.
More About Fetal Surgery
Fetal surgery is a developing field of medicine that allows doctors to operate on babies before they are born. This type of surgery is usually only done in very serious cases where the baby’s life is at risk. There are many risks involved, so doctors carefully weigh the risks and benefits before deciding if surgery is the right option.
The Importance of Prenatal Care
Kourtney’s story highlights the importance of regular prenatal care. Seeing a doctor regularly throughout your pregnancy allows them to monitor your baby’s health and catch any problems early. Early detection can often lead to better outcomes.
Looking Ahead
Kourtney and Travis are happy and healthy parents to their blended family. This experience was undoubtedly scary, but it also brought them closer together. They are now focused on enjoying parenthood and raising their little one.