Surprise Arrivals: 18 Babies Born in Some Crazy Circumstances
Whether you are planning to have your baby in the hospital, at a birthing center, or at home, the key word here is “plan”. There is a plan! But, like so much in life, sometimes the best laid plans go awry. Here are 18 babies that just did not want to wait.
1. The Baby Born At a Metallica Concert
In 2022, a Brazilian woman unexpectedly gave birth during a Metallica concert in Curitiba. She went into labor as the band was performing, and with the help of on-site medical staff, she delivered her baby at the venue. The newborn was even given a special mention by the band.
2. The Baby Born at the Airport
In July 2018, a woman went into labor at the Istanbul Atatürk Airport. The staff quickly set up an impromptu delivery room in the terminal. With the help of airport medical personnel, the mother gave birth to a healthy baby boy.
3. The Baby Born on a Plane
In April 2021, a woman went into labor on a flight from Salt Lake City to Honolulu. With the help of a doctor and nurses who happened to be on board, the mother delivered a premature baby boy at 30,000 feet. The crew made an emergency landing in Honolulu where the baby and mother received further medical care.
4. The Baby Born During a Natural Disaster
In 2017, during Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas, a woman went into labor. She was trapped in her home due to severe flooding. With the help of a volunteer rescue team and a midwife who guided her over the phone, she gave birth to a baby girl in her living room.
5. The Baby Born on a Train
In July 2018, a woman gave birth on a train in Uttar Pradesh, India. She was traveling to her hometown when she went into labor. Fellow passengers and railway staff helped her deliver a healthy baby boy in one of the train compartments.
6. The Baby Born in the Bathroom
In Peabody, Massachusetts, Melissa Surgecoff, who was planning her wedding, experienced what she thought were regular pains due to her multiple sclerosis. Surprisingly, these pains turned out to be labor contractions. She delivered a 6-pound 6-ounce baby boy in her bathroom. Melissa was unaware of her pregnancy, attributing her symptoms to her existing condition and normal weight fluctuations.
7. The Baby Born in a Supermarket
In March 2021, a woman went into labor while shopping at a Walmart in Missouri. The store staff and a customer who was a nurse assisted her in delivering a baby girl in the aisle. Paramedics arrived shortly after to provide care to the mother and baby.
8. The Baby Born in a Taxi
In December 2019, a woman in New York City gave birth in the backseat of a taxi on the way to the hospital. The cab driver, along with the woman’s partner, helped deliver the baby boy. They arrived at the hospital just in time for both mother and baby to receive medical attention.
9. The Baby Born Right After a Marathon
In October 2011, Amber Miller, an experienced marathon runner, participated in the Chicago Marathon at 39 weeks pregnant with her doctor’s approval. She alternated between running and walking, crossing the finish line in 6 hours and 25 minutes. Shortly after completing the race, she began experiencing intense contractions and headed to the hospital, where she gave birth to a healthy baby girl named June just a few hours later. This extraordinary event highlighted Miller’s dedication and sparked discussions about the safety of physical activity during pregnancy.
10. The Baby Born at Disneyworld
An unplanned birth at Disney World involves a guest named Miriam, who gave birth at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Miriam and her husband had just pulled their RV into a campsite when she unexpectedly went into labor. With no time to get to a hospital, she delivered a baby boy right in their RV. This unique birth story adds to the memorable experiences guests can have at Disney World, making it a special moment for the family and an interesting tale for the park’s history. We hope that family got free tickets for life!
11. The Baby Born In a McDonald’s Bathroom
In 2023, a woman in Atlanta, Georgia, went into labor while visiting a McDonald’s. With no time to reach a hospital, she gave birth to her baby in the restaurant’s bathroom. The staff and other customers were astonished, but they quickly rallied to provide assistance until emergency services arrived.
12. The Baby Born in the Car During a Traffic Jam
In 2019, a couple in Guangzhou, China, was stuck in a traffic jam on the way to the hospital. The mother, Chen, went into labor, and with the help of her husband and the police, gave birth to a healthy baby girl right in their car. The police managed to clear a path, but the baby was born just as they reached the hospital.
13. The Baby Born On a New York City Subway
In 2017, a woman gave birth on a New York City subway train. The unexpected delivery happened during rush hour, and fellow passengers helped create a makeshift delivery room. The baby was born healthy, and the mother received immediate medical attention once the train reached the next station.
14. The Baby Born In a Tree During a Flood
In 2000, a Mozambican woman named Sofia Pedro gave birth while stranded in a tree during severe flooding. She had climbed the tree to escape rising waters and went into labor while waiting for rescue. Both mother and baby were safely rescued by helicopter.
15. The Baby Born At a Walmart Store
In 2014, a woman in Pennsylvania gave birth in the toilet paper aisle of a Walmart store. She went into labor while shopping and could not make it to the hospital in time. Store employees and customers assisted with the delivery until paramedics arrived.
16. The Baby Born At a High School Prom
In 2019, a teenager in Florida gave birth in the bathroom during her high school prom. She had not realized she was pregnant and went into labor unexpectedly. Friends and school staff helped her through the delivery until medical professionals arrived.
17. The Baby Born On a Roller Coaster
In 2005, a woman gave birth on a roller coaster at an amusement park in Germany. She went into labor during the ride, and the baby was born as the coaster came to a stop. Park staff and emergency responders quickly provided assistance to ensure the safety of both mother and child.
18. The Baby Born At a Zoo
In 2016, a woman gave birth at a zoo in Nebraska. She was visiting the zoo with her family when she went into labor. Zoo staff and visitors helped her until paramedics arrived, and the baby was born healthy amidst the zoo’s animal exhibits.
Miracle at 30,000 Feet: What Happens If You Give Birth On A Plane?
Have you ever wondered What Happens If You Give Birth On a Plane? Who delivers the baby? Where do you deliver the baby? What is the child’s citizenship, and do they get free trips for life?
READ: Miracle at 30,000 Feet: What Happens If You Give Birth On A Plane?
The Hidden Risks: 20-Plus Foods And Supplements That Threaten Birth Control Safety
Certain foods, herbs, and supplements can potentially make your birth control less effective. We take birth control to prevent pregnancy, so if something compromises the efficacy, we should be well aware and act appropriately. Unfortunately, many of our medical professionals do not provide this education. Here is a detailed list of these items.
READ: The Hidden Risks: 20-Plus Foods And Supplements That Threaten Birth Control Safety
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