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Kourtney Kardashian reveals her 'urgent fetal surgery' to save her baby

Read about Kourtney Kardashian's recent health scare during pregnancy, her urgent fetal surgery, and the heartfelt message of gratitude she shared with fans. Discover more about her family, including partner Travis Barker, and their journey through parenthood

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In a harrowing turn of events, Kourtney Kardashian shared a heartfelt message revealing that she had to undergo "urgent fetal surgery" during her pregnancy. The news, which has left fans and followers concerned, also comes with a heartwarming message of gratitude and resilience.

Kardashian, 44, took to Instagram to inform her followers about her health scare. She posted a photo of herself holding her husband Travis Barker's hand, seemingly in a hospital bed. In the accompanying caption, she expressed her profound gratitude to the medical team that ensured the safety of their unborn baby.

"I will be forever grateful to my incredible doctors for saving our baby’s life," Kardashian wrote, her message filled with emotion. She continued by acknowledging the unwavering support of her husband, Travis Barker, who rushed to her side from tour to be with her in the hospital and provide care afterwards. 

The Kardashian sister, who has had three relatively easy pregnancies in the past, admitted that she was unprepared for the fear and uncertainty that came with the need for urgent fetal surgery. She empathized with other mothers who have had to face similar situations, acknowledging the profound and unique sense of fear that accompanies such experiences.

Kourtney Kardashian concluded her message with a note of gratitude, thanking God for the blessing of walking out of the hospital with her baby boy still safely nestled in her tummy. The post resonated with fans and fellow mothers who admired her strength and vulnerability.

Earlier in the same month, Kourtney made headlines with her creative pregnancy announcement during a Blink-182 concert in Los Angeles. Holding up a sign that read, "Travis, I'm pregnant". She paid tribute to the band's iconic music video for their 1999 hit "All The Small Things."

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, the drummer for Blink-182, share a blended family. Kourtney is a mother to Mason, 13, Penelope, 11, and Reign, eight, with her ex-partner Scott Disick. Travis Barker, on the other hand, has two children, Landon, 19, and Alabama, 17, from his previous marriage to Shanna Moakler. He was also a stepfather to Moakler's daughter with Oscar De la Hoya, Atiana, who is now 24.

As Kourtney and Travis navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood together, their recent health scare serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of family, love, and the unwavering support that binds them through life's unexpected twists and turns.