Immediately, Claire called the family doctor and asked what was happening. He had seen this situation before with other parents and told her to get her daughter to the hospital. What was going on? Was little Rosy going to die? Did they catch the problem in time?
No Time to Lose
The physician told David and Claire that they had to act fast. Go to the hospital immediately because this could be a dangerous situation. In fact, the doctor thought he knew what was happening but wanted to confirm those suspicions. Therefore, the parents rushed to the car.
Panic
Claire was in a state of panic. What was happening to her daughter? Previous tests didn’t show any problems. However, Rosy kept touching her stomach, which grew bigger with each passing day. Was this a life-or-death situation?!
Arrival at the Hospital
Once they got to the hospital, the doctor’s assistant told the couple to sit down and he’d be in as soon as possible. David couldn’t wait, demanding to see the doctor immediately. Finally, he walked past the assistant and into the doctor’s office.
Stay Calm
The doctor asked David to stay calm, but he couldn’t. There was another patient seeing the doctor, and she told them to get started; she could wait. In fact, she wasn’t in danger, and this was clearly urgent.
Turning Pale
Quickly, the doctor stood up and ran to see Rosy. He worried that he had underestimated this situation. Finally, he turned pale when he saw the baby. Overall, he thought she was healthy, but now he needed to do tests.
Rushing Out
The doctor asked the couple questions to find out what had happened. When Claire talked about her lifestyle, his attitude changed, and he demanded to know what she’d done. Claire was shocked and had no idea she’d done something wrong. The doctor left quickly with the baby.
Confusion
While carrying the now crying newborn baby into the laboratory, the doctor couldn’t help but wonder why the woman had gotten herself into such a situation. That type of lifestyle could have many risks, and it just wasn’t worth it!
Crying
Rosy kept crying from the time he took her from her parents until now. It was almost like she was in pain. The doctor requested backup. Though he knew he could save her, he wanted to get help so that he wasn’t alone.
The Baby Stretches
When the doctor put down the baby, she stopped crying a little. Therefore, the doctors could inspect her better. Finally, he realizes what he’s seeing. Rushing out and leaving Rosy with a nurse, he goes to tell the parents about this!
More Questions
Now, the doctor asked Claire if she’d noticed strange things during the pregnancy. She started crying at that moment because she believed something was wrong with her newborn, and it was her fault. She began to explain the situation.
Very Sick
Claire got out of bed on a Tuesday with a tummy ache and headache. She felt pressure in her throat and ran to throw up. It almost felt like a hangover, except she hadn’t been drinking the previous night.
The Pregnancy Test
After Claire cleaned up, she went downstairs. Her mother commented about her paleness, so she relayed the symptoms she felt. Her mother was a registered nurse, and she finally told her daughter to get a pregnancy test and take it immediately.
The Father
Claire was nervous while she took the tests. The results frightened her because she was really pregnant. She sat beside her parents, and no one spoke. They wanted to know who the father was, and Claire wasn’t quite sure who it could be!
Not Certain
Claire sighed and explained that there could be two possible fathers if her math was right. She didn’t know if she wanted to tell them about the baby; it was too much to handle right now. How would they react to the news?!
Abortion
Overall, Claire was panicking and debated about getting an abortion because she didn’t want to change her lifestyle. Her parents were against this idea. They wanted her to keep the baby and promised to help her in any way they could.
Being Pregnant
While she agreed not to get an abortion, it was harder to be pregnant than she initially realized. This was completely different from her previous lifestyle. She didn’t really want to give up partying and drinking, but now she had to do so.
Sneaking Out
Claire realized those habits were hard to break. In fact, she snuck out of her parent’s house to indulge. Since it was early in the pregnancy, she wasn’t showing, so she could get into clubs without any judgment. Still, that moment of truth was about to happen!
The Checkup
Claire continued partying and drinking until her first checkup. During the process, the doctor asked questions, and she blurted out the truth. They talked about the health risks to the baby, and things finally clicked for the young mother-to-be.
Hopefully Not too Late
The knowledge that her actions could hurt the baby hit Claire hard. She realized she had to make drastic changes to ensure she had a healthy and happy newborn. Though she was only seven weeks along, she worried she’d caused irreversible damage.
Informing the Fathers
Claire realized that she also had to tell the two potential fathers about the baby. Todd and David had to know, and she wanted them to get comfortable with it now. Their reactions shocked Claire, but not in the way she expected.
The Water Breaks
The men were supportive, promising to be in the baby’s life if it was theirs. The rest of the pregnancy went smoothly. One day, she was lying on the couch and felt a stinging pain. Her mother instantly knew that her daughter’s water had broken; it was time to go to the hospital!
Going to the Hospital
Claire’s mom helped her to the car and into the back seat, driving quickly to the hospital. On the way, Claire called the potential dads so that they could be there. Both men decided to be part of the moment!
Questions
Claire approved of this. While she was in pain, her thoughts were clouded with ideas about who the dad really was, if the baby would be healthy, and so much more. The worst question was whether she could be a good mom!
Todd
At the hospital, Claire’s focus shifted to a safe delivery. Todd showed up, which was the first prospective father. He was a building contractor and was at work when she called him. However, he was happy to be there.
David
The delivery room door opened again, and David came inside. He was also handsome, muscular, and tall, though he was dressed casually because he’d been at home. Still, the room went silent.
The Silent Room
No one could think of anything to say when David showed up. Finally, the doctor asked what David was doing there, calling him by name. He didn’t realize his uncle was the delivery doctor at this hospital!
Confusing Block
The news of the doctor and David knowing each other surprised everyone. In fact, the hospital staff didn’t know who to let in. Claire had been focused on getting things ready that she’d never explained there were two possible fathers.
It’s Coming
Everyone was waiting for an explanation. Finally, an embarrassed David said that no one knew the paternity of the baby. The doctor listened silently. Though he was disappointed in his nephew, it was time to deliver the baby!
In Pain
Claire was in severe pain, so she didn’t really feel embarrassed about her situation. She was breathing heavily while waiting for the sign to push. In fact, she just wanted it to be over with because she couldn’t keep it up much longer.
Basic Tests
It only took 30 minutes before they heard the baby cry. Claire sighed with relief before the worry set in. Could she handle a daughter? It was hard work! Now, the doctors were running tests to ensure that her little one was healthy!
Paternity
It would take a while before the doctor came back with the results. Therefore, David, Todd, and Claire started talking. They beat around the bush for a bit, but they then turned to the baby’s paternity. Both men had theories about the father.
Todd and David Argue
Claire listened to the men argue for a while. Both were excited by the prospect of being a dad and about the healthy birth. For the second time, they surprised her because she wasn’t expecting the reaction she got.
Perfect Health
Claire didn’t get into their argument and had a preference, though she kept it quiet. Finally, the hospital room door swung open. Her mother stood up, and the men stopped arguing. The doctor said that the baby was perfectly healthy…or was she?
Going Home
Claire was so happy! She took her newborn home to wait for the DNA test. David went with her, and that’s when Rosy’s stomach started growing. She was touching it all the time like something was wrong. What was going on?!
Stretching Her Arm
Back at the hospital, they put the baby in a crib to rest. The doctor worried that Claire’s lifestyle might have affected the baby’s health. However, he inspected the child’s belly and reacted quickly to his concerns.
The Birthmark
He hadn’t noticed it before, but now he knew why the baby’s belly was growing and who the dad was! On her stomach was a large birthmark. That’s not usually alarming or seen as a birth defect. However, the doctor knew he had seen it before.
A Similar Birthmark
The doctor had seen the same birthmark on a brown-haired baby. David had the exact same one, and it was in a similar spot! Since birthmarks could be hereditary, it appeared he was the father. Still, it was all just a hunch.
DNA Tests Confirm
The days flew by, and life went back to normal for these new parents. Claire took a break from work after getting out of the hospital. Now, they were preparing the house for the baby. The DNA results came back, but no one was surprised.
Growing Belly
David was the father! The parents already knew this because they’d seen the birthmark. Plus, conception dates aligned with being with him. The doctor said that the baby’s stomach was growing because she was allergic to the formula! Claire immediately changed that.
Rosy
David and Claire were happy to hear the news. In fact, life as parents was much better than they imagined. They finally started dating and caring for their little Rosy. She responded well to the new formula, and things are looking up!