Woman Gives Birth on the Side of the Road For Being Unable to Reach Hospital
A woman in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, gave birth on the side of the road in Barangay Sta. Lourdes after being unable to reach the hospital in time.
Some pregnant women end up giving birth on the roadside because of several unexpected factors. One common reason is rapid labor, where the baby comes so quickly that there’s no time to reach the hospital.
This often happens with women who have had previous births, as labor tends to be faster the second or third time around. Another issue is the lack of transportation, especially in rural areas. If no car or ambulance is available when labor starts, it can be hard for the woman to get to a hospital on time.
On Tuesday early morning (October 8, 2024), Ram Tamayo Dela Peña, a Facebook user, shared a video of a pregnant woman who gives birth on the side of the road. The post elicited reactions from the netizens.
In the video, the pregnant woman, unable to find transportation, went into labor by the roadside. With no means to leave, she was forced to wait for rescue while holding her newborn, who was still attached to her.
Thanks to the quick response of the Health Emergency Response Operation (HERO) team and assistance from nearby individuals, both the mother and baby were safely attended to. Despite the challenging situation, they successfully delivered the baby without complications.
Many people admired the woman’s strength and resilience, given the difficulty of giving birth under such circumstances.
The unexpected roadside birth caught the attention of locals, who expressed relief that both mother and child were safe. The woman’s determination to deliver her baby safely, even in such a tough situation earns admiration from netizens.
The video reminds us of the incredible strength mothers have during childbirth, especially when faced with unexpected and challenging conditions.
In a similar post, a woman unaware of her pregnancy gives birth at eat-all-you-can restaurant
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
