The Young and the Restless spoilers: Is baby Ava Newman still alive?

The Young and the Restless spoilers for the week hint that the character of Elena Dawson might return to Genoa City. Her comeback is scheduled for 13,000th episode on November 13, which will mark a milestone for the soap. This has also been revealed by actress Brytni Sarpy on her Instagram stories.

Fans are now wondering what the reason behind Elena's return could be. Elena was previously involved when Sally Spectra had a medical emergency while delivering her daughter Ava Newman. Many believe that Elena's return for a milestone episode could mean a drastic change in the storyline, with the potential reveal that Ava Newman might still be alive.

Disclaimer: All theories about The Young and the Restless discussed in the article are based on the soap spoilers and are speculative in nature.

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What is the storyline surrounding Elena Dawson and Ava Newman?

Actress Brytni Sarpy, who plays Elena Dawson on the soap (via @brytni / Instagram)

Elena Dawson (Brytni Sarpy) was last seen on The Young and the Restless in the summer months of 2023. In her storyline, she was a doctor checking up on pregnant Sally Spectra, who was all set to deliver her and Adam's child, Ava Newman. However, Sally suffered a medical emergency and Adam was given the difficult choice of whether he wanted to save the baby or save Sally.

After Adam chose to save Sally, it was presumed that baby Ava was dead since she did not appear on screen. Even Elena left town and the matter was put to rest. However, even then, many fans speculated whether Ava was actually still alive or Elena was just pretending that the baby had passed away in childbirth.

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What are the current plot dynamics that suggest baby Ava's entry on The Young and the Restless?

Sally Spectra in a still from The Young and the Restless (via CBS)

Adam and Sally have come a long way since the pregnancy on The Young and the Restless, and not in the best way. Adam recently had a one-night stand with his ex-girlfriend, Chelsea Lawson. This put a considerable damper on the marriages of both parties, with Sally and Chelsea's husband Billy Abbott both being distraught and angry about the state of affairs.

Once the truth about Adam and Chelsea came out, Billy and Sally found a supportive shoulder in each other since they had mutual feelings about the betrayal. It is possible that their support could eventually turn into romance after they leave their current spouses for their betrayal. With the tension between them, Adam and Chelsea might also have a reunion.

However, Sally specifically has been feeling very heartbroken about Adam.

Adam Newman in a still from The Young and the Restless (via CBS)

Previously, Sally mentioned to her closest friend and confidante Audra. On her part, Audra constantly advised Sally to fight for Adam, or at least do something to show that she wasn't just a passive sob story.

That's where the possibility of baby Ava being alive could come into play. With Elena's return, it is possible that Ava could return to Adam and Sally's lives too. It would certainly change the dynamic between the couples.

Either Ava might be the key that brings Adam and Sally back together, or, in a more gloomy option for the couple, they might have a custody battle over their child. This could fuel a much deeper hatred, eliminating the possibility of a reconciliation.

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