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Kourtney Kardashian’s latest health scare left her shaken up but the star remains grateful to have a network of support helping her through the aftermath of her fetal surgery. The Kardashian star, Kourtney, who is pregnant with her and her husband Travis Barker’s first baby together made headlines earlier after reportedly going to the hospital on a brief visit. The star eventually opened up about her medical emergency on social media, revealing she underwent fetal surgery and nearly lost her baby.
Kourtney Kardashian Breaks Silence After Surviving Fetal Surgery
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, September 6, Kourtney shared a black and white photo showing her and Travis’s hands clinging to each other from her hospital bed. Via caption, a still-pregnant Kourtney Kardashian expressed gratitude to her medical team for saving her baby’s life following the successful fetal surgery. She followed up with a beautiful accolade to Travis Barker, who abandoned his tour to rush to her side after learning of her medical emergency. Kourtney also thanked her mom Kris Jenner for “holding my hand” through the harrowing ordeal.
After dishing out her sincere gratitude, the expectant mom explained how the medical scare gave her a new perspective on life. According to Kourtney Kardashian, having experienced three easy pregnancies, nothing could have prepared her for the fear she felt these past days undergoing urgent fetal surgery and nearly losing her baby. She continued,
“I don’t think anyone who hasn’t been through a similar situation can begin to understand that feeling of fear. I have a whole new understanding and respect for the mamas who have had to fight for their babies while pregnant.”
Well-Wishers Celebrate With the Expectant Mom Amid Health Scare
Nonetheless, Kourtney remained thankful to God for seeing her through the fetal surgery and helping her walk out of the hospital still pregnant with her baby boy. Millions all over the world have since expressed concerns for the Poosh founder after her scary health ordeal. Family, fans, and fellow celebrities have utilized various platforms to show their love and support for the star. They also wished her a safe recovery from the aftermath of her fetal surgery.
God is great. I flew home for a life-threatening emergency surgery for our baby that I’m so grateful went well. I want to say thank you for all the support. Tour resumes Friday.
— Travis Barker (@travisbarker) September 6, 2023
Kourtney Kardashian’s husband Travis Barker took to X to express his relief that the fetal surgery went well without complications. In his post, the Blink 185 drummer admitted he was on a tour when he learned of the life-threatening emergency, forcing him to fly home urgently. He thanked fans for their support so far, promising to resume touring on Friday, September 8. Model Winnie Harlow also joined the outpouring of love, writing,
“God bless. sending you all the love and prayers of healing.”
TikTok influencer, Charli D’Amelio who is also dating Travis’ son Landon Barker sent love to Kourtney Kardashian following the fetal surgery. Speaking to People, the 19-year-old admitted she was excited to see the family happy again after the near-fatal situation. CEO and family friend Simon Huck, model Shanina Shaik, and a host of other concerned well-wishers joined the outpouring, showing Kourtney just how much she’s truly loved.