The praise for Dr. Bridgewater extends far beyond the Bakers, as evidenced by the thousands of comments their story garnered. One user shared, “He was my doctor! I can confirm he does this to all the babies he delivers!” Another user chimed in, “That is my OB-GYN, and he definitely does this; he did it for me when I delivered my son.” A touching account came from someone whose nephew was delivered by Dr. Bridgewater, stating, “He delivered my nephew, and my god, the words he spoke had the whole room in tears. God bless him cause that was 7 years ago. Heart is pure.”
For the Bakers, the compassionate and patient-centered care provided by Dr. Bridgewater was a beacon of hope after experiencing a devastating loss at 18 weeks in 2023. Soneasha Baker reflected on her previous OB-GYN experience, noting, “My previous OB wasn’t as caring; he made it seem like a loss was normal at that far. Something just told me I needed to find another provider.” Turning to Dr. Bridgewater on a friend’s recommendation proved to be a turning point for the couple, with Soneasha sharing, “He was very reassuring. He let me know that that’s not normal. He made me feel heard. He said, ‘I’m gonna figure it out. We’re gonna figure it out. We’re gonna get you this rainbow baby.’ And that’s what he did.”
Navigating the anxieties that often accompany a subsequent pregnancy after a loss, the Bakers found unwavering support from Dr. Bridgewater. Soneasha highlighted his empathy and reassurance, stating, “He knew I was very insecure about my pregnancy. I was very scared. He reassured me, ‘It’s real. Baby has a heartbeat. It’s a baby here. You’re OK. We’re gonna get through this.’” Dr. Bridgewater’s inclusive approach extended to George, ensuring both parents felt empowered to ask questions and actively participate in the journey to parenthood. George expressed his gratitude, noting, “He even asked me, did I have any questions. That was something different for me because doctors focus on the mom and the baby, and, you know, Dad is just kind of sitting there … Dr. Bridgewater made me feel very involved.”
The couple vividly recalled Dr. Bridgewater’s steadfast presence during the challenging hours of labor, underscoring his commitment to their well-being. Despite the prolonged labor, with Soneasha reaching a standstill at nine centimeters, Dr. Bridgewater remained dedicated. Reflecting on his uncommon dedication, Soneasha shared, “He stayed there, waited. Majority of the doctors would have gone home.” This dedication culminated in the joyous moment when, at 4:24 a.m., their baby boy entered the world, with Dr. Bridgewater choosing to stay and celebrate with the new parents instead
