The doctor had someone help Joey change into sterile clothing and then take her into the emergency room. When Joey saw Frederic connected with tubes and covered with bandages, she almost had a breakdown. She clenched her fists tightly, her nails pinching into her palm, but she felt no pain. Slowly, she approached Frederic and held his hand with her cold little hand. Calming herself, she said, "Frederic, I'll be two months pregnant in a few days. The doctor said we can hear his heartbeat by then. Don't you wanna feel his presence?" She gently placed Frederic's large hand on her abdomen, letting him feel her body temperature and feel the baby's presence. Glancing at the heart monitor that showed no improvement, she continued, "Honey, he will start moving in my belly in a few more month

