A sports anchor’s casual response to a life-changing text from his wife in labor will have you shaking your head and laughing out loud. While live-streaming for 120 Sports, Jake Thompson received a message from his wife, saying, “Getting the epidural. I need you here now.” His reaction was priceless as he pondered aloud, “Should I just leave the set?”
Um, yes, Jake. Yes, you should. But instead of rushing out, he remained seated, leaving his co-hosts staring at him in disbelief, clearly thinking, “What on earth are you doing?”
What followed was almost painful to watch. You know that feeling when someone takes too long during their turn in a game of Scrabble? That urgent sense of “Just go!” Yeah, it was just like that. Even his fellow anchors had to urge him, “Just go!”
It’s important to remember that labor can be equally daunting for men. They truly do their best in stressful situations. When I informed my partner that my routine doctor’s appointment had turned into a sudden emergency trip to the hospital, he somehow ended up at a hospital in Manhattan, despite knowing our doctor’s office was deep in Brooklyn. I didn’t even think to clarify Brooklyn because, honestly, why would we go to Manhattan? But, labor can really throw you for a loop and put you in a “fight or flight” mindset.
In the end, everything turned out alright! For more relatable stories and parenting tips, check out this post on intracervical insemination. If you’re curious about home insemination, Make a Mom is a fantastic resource. And for more insights on pregnancy, visit the Cleveland Clinic.
In summary, the humorous yet relatable story of Jake’s slow response to his wife’s urgent text serves as a reminder of the chaos and confusion that can accompany the arrival of a new baby.