In an emotional and deeply personal moment, Fox News host and former White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany opened up for the first time about a frightening incident that nearly changed everything during her current pregnancy.
While reading from her private pregnancy journal on a recent episode of Outnumbered, Kayleigh’s voice cracked as she recalled a night during her third month that she says she’ll never forget. “It was just after midnight,” she began. “I felt something wasn’t right.”
Kayleigh revealed that she woke up with severe cramping and rushed to the hospital with her husband, former MLB pitcher Sean Gilmartin. Doctors initially feared a complication. “I remember lying there, praying so hard, just whispering over and over, ‘Please be okay, please stay with me,’” she said, wiping away tears.
After hours of observation and tests, doctors were able to reassure the couple that the baby’s heartbeat was strong and everything was stable — but the scare left a lasting impact. “That moment changed me,” Kayleigh admitted. “I stopped taking everything for granted. Every kick, every movement after that felt like a little miracle.”
In a rare move for someone usually so private, Kayleigh shared a photo from that night — a black-and-white image of her clutching Sean’s hand in the ER, which she had tucked inside the journal as a reminder of resilience and faith.
The segment quickly went viral, drawing a wave of support from fans and fellow parents who related to the fear, vulnerability, and strength Kayleigh displayed. Messages poured in from around the country, praising her for showing that behind the news anchor is a mother walking a very human journey.
While she didn’t reveal the gender or name of the baby, Kayleigh hinted that this experience has shaped her choice. “We’re choosing a name that reflects hope,” she smiled. “Because that’s what this little one gave us back that night.”
With the baby expected in June, viewers are already eager to follow every step of this emotional journey. As one fan put it online: “Kayleigh just reminded us that even the strongest women have soft moments — and those are the most powerful of all.”
