Reality star Kourtney Kardashian recently faced a medical emergency during her pregnancy, leading to urgent fetal surgery. Kardashian, 44, expressed her gratitude to her doctors and her husband, Travis Barker, for their support during this challenging time. She also thanked her mother, Kris Jenner, for her unwavering presence.

In an Instagram post, Kardashian shared a photo of Barker holding her hand in the hospital, explaining that this pregnancy had been different from her previous ones, which had been relatively easy. She mentioned having “three really easy pregnancies in the past” and how the fear of undergoing urgent fetal surgery was something she wasn’t prepared for. She expressed newfound respect for mothers who have faced similar challenges.

The reality star emphasized her gratitude for the successful outcome, walking out of the hospital with her baby boy still safely in her womb. Barker, 47, also took to social media to express his appreciation for the support and to share the news that the emergency surgery had gone well.

Kardashian’s health scare occurred shortly after Barker left his European Blink-182 tour due to an “urgent family matter.” The tour had been ongoing since May, and while Kardashian attended some early shows, her late-term pregnancy made it impossible for her to accompany Barker for the entire tour.

Despite the physical distance, the couple stayed connected through texts and FaceTime. Kardashian was diligent about self-care, supported by her family and children, during Barker’s absence on tour.

This unexpected turn of events has drawn attention to the challenges and uncertainties that can arise during pregnancy, even for those with relatively uncomplicated previous pregnancies.