"Look how handsome you are! So today, it’s your birthday. I want you to look at these beautiful people here," Dr. Bridgewater said gently as he handed baby Giannis to his mother. Meanwhile, the new parents appeared emotional and overwhelmed with joy as they gazed at their little bundle of joy. Dr. Bridgewater continued, "They are the foundation of your whole life. But you need to know that your mother sacrificed so much to have you." His heartfelt words emphasized a mother’s struggle in bringing new life. He went on to praise Soneasha for overcoming her fears during labor, calling it a "beautiful birth."
OB-GYN speaks words of affirmation to newborn moments after birth: 'You are very special'
An OB-GYN's affirming words for a baby boy, just after his birth, captured hearts online.
Childbirth is undeniably one of life’s most profound moments, where the raw strength of the human body meets the incredible arrival of new life. It is an intense, transformative experience that can be both physically grueling and emotionally overwhelming for a mother. In these vulnerable moments, the presence of a skilled and compassionate doctor can make all the difference. More than just providing medical expertise, a doctor’s empathy and encouragement can turn what might otherwise be a daunting experience into a memory of strength and love.
Soneasha and George Baker, who share glimpses of their lives on Instagram under the handle @dabakefam, captured one such heartwarming moment during the birth of their son, Giannis. In a now-viral video, their obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Richard Bridgewater, was seen offering powerful words of affirmation to the newborn just moments after his arrival.
The moment became even more magical when Bridgewater joyfully sang the birthday song to celebrate Giannis' birth. The room was instantly filled with pure happiness and uncontainable joy. "So, you are very special and now that you're here, the world will never, ever be the same. Happy Birthday!" the doctor said, as George sealed the wholesome moment with a sweet kiss on his son's forehead. As the captivating scene unfolded, the text overlay read, "When your OBGYN is not only a great doctor but also speaks words of affirmation into your newborn."
Expressing her gratitude to Bridgewater, Soneasha wrote, "After our loss, we switched gears and started searching for a different OBGYN. A doctor who was able to answer questions that were left with 'it happens' responses from our previous provider. The positivity, reassurance, and patience Dr. Bridgewater provided were heartwarming. The world we live in today needs more medical professionals like Dr. Bridgewater. We are forever thankful." The video quickly gained popularity on social media, amassing 1 million views. @stephanietelasco wrote, "He was my doctor! I can confirm he does this to all the babies he delivers! He's Ivy League educated and is so caring to all of his patients! The best doctor there is!" Similarly, @teanna commented, "He delivered my nephew, and my God, the words he spoke had the whole room in tears. God bless him! Because that was seven years ago. The heart is pure." @rebecca added, "What an empowering moment! We need more providers like this! What a lovely post! Congratulations to the parents and happy birthday to the sweet little one!"
@itsthemelanin4me shared, "Oh my God! Wow, that doctor is truly amazing! That is his true calling. This is the type of doctor we need, especially during childbirth as African American women. The care and treatment matters! God bless him. May God bless your baby and family!" @g'swoke added, "And that's why representation matters! Find a doctor who matches us energetically and understands the assignment!"
@dabakefam3 After our loss we switched gears and started searching for a different OBGYN. A Doctor that was able to answer questions that were left with “it happens” responses from our previous provider. A friend of mine who experience was nearly the same as mine referred me to Dr. Bridgewater. At our first appointment we were deeply moved! The positivity, reassurance, and patience Dr. Bridgewater provided was heartwarming. The world we live in today needs more medical professionals like Dr. Bridgewater. We are forever thankful 💙🙏🏽👨🏾⚕️ #blackcouple #blackcouplerevolution #blackfamily #blacklove #blackobgyn #blackexcellence #dabakefamily🖤 ♬ original sound - dabakefam
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