Reality star Kourtney Kardashian and her husband, Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, have detailed the harrowing medical emergency they faced prior to the birth of their son, Rocky, in November 2023. According to E!
The Emergency Fetal Surgery
When Kourtney was seven months pregnant, doctors discovered that the unborn baby had developed fluid in his lungs. Travis was on tour in Europe when he received the alarming phone call from his wife. According to Travis, the condition required an immediate operation where medical staff drained the fluid by inserting a needle through Kourtney’s abdomen. In the documentary, Kourtney describes the procedure as forferdelig (terrible) to walk into. Travis promptly canceled four concerts to return to the hospital and be by her side.
Overcoming IVF and Loss
The journey to welcoming Rocky was fraught with emotional and physical hurdles. According to the documentary, Kourtney became pregnant six months into their relationship, but tragically lost the baby—a girl they planned to name Tulip—when her heartbeat stopped. Kourtney shares that they were completely devastated, spending days crying in bed. Following the loss, the couple underwent five rounds of in vitro fertilization (IVF) over eight months. Kourtney notes that the treatments took a severe toll on her physically and mentally, making her body feel like it was shutting down. Ultimately, they conceived naturally, and Rocky was born on November 1, 2023. Travis describes his son in the documentary as the healthiest and happiest little person he has ever met.
Did you know? Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian began dating in January 2021 after a decade of close friendship. They held three wedding celebrations in 2022: an unofficial ceremony in Las Vegas, a legal courthouse wedding in Santa Barbara, and a grand celebration in Portofino, Italy.
Behind the Documentary and Their Marriage Rules
Directors Justin Krook and Michael Dwyer followed Travis for nearly a decade to produce Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear, which premiered on Hulu and Disney+ on August 13. Krook told People that they originally thought the project was finished years ago, but realized Travis’s narrative shifted dramatically once he found stability and peace with Kourtney.
To maintain that stability, Travis revealed to People that they enforce one strict rule in their marriage: they try never to go to sleep angry at each other. Even minor miscommunications are resolved before bed so they do not feel disconnected.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s son Rocky born?
Rocky was born on November 1, 2023, following a natural pregnancy.
What medical complication did Kourtney Kardashian face during her pregnancy?
According to E!
When did Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker get married?
The couple legally married in Santa Barbara and celebrated with a large wedding in Portofino, Italy, in May 2022, following an earlier unofficial ceremony in Las Vegas.
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