In a surprising twist to their family story, comedic host Jake Thompson and his wife, legal professional Mia Hart, celebrated the arrival of their second child, a son named Leo Hart-Tompson, on April 8. The birth, however, took a dramatic turn as it occurred in the lobby of their apartment building rather than the anticipated hospital setting.
After Mia began experiencing contractions, the couple quickly prepared to head to the hospital. Despite their best efforts, they barely made it out the door. In a moment of urgency, Mia exclaimed, “The baby is coming!” prompting them to stop in the lobby where they were aided by local firefighters and concerned neighbors.
Jake, who continued with his show the following night, shared this unexpected birth story on Late Night with Jake Thompson. He appeared both stunned and joyful, radiating fatherly pride. Reflecting on their first son, Max, Jake humorously noted that Max’s birth was almost in an Uber, setting a high bar for exciting delivery tales.
The day had begun like any other, with the couple enjoying brunch and a stroll in the park. When contractions intensified to just 20 minutes apart, they called their doula and rushed downstairs. Despite having an Uber waiting just outside, the situation escalated rapidly. With firefighters present, Mia gave birth right there on the lobby floor.
“She looked like someone who was hiding a baby in her sweatpants,” Jake quipped, sharing a photo of the trio, surrounded by their helpful neighbors and first responders.
Jake recounted calling 911 and, in a single breath, transitioning from an emergency to joyous news, stating, “We’re having a baby. It’s a boy! Everything is great!” After the excitement, they all proceeded to the hospital, where both mother and baby were declared healthy. Jake shared a touching image of Leo snugly wrapped in a hospital blanket.
When it came to naming their son, the couple had already settled on Leo but playfully joked that he could have been named “Firehose” to commemorate his dramatic entrance. Leo’s middle name, Hart-Tompson, is a tribute to Mia’s family history, honoring her grandparents who survived the Holocaust and met in a hospital shortly after their liberation.
Jake expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved, from neighbors who provided warm towels to the firefighters who assisted with the delivery, and even the Uber driver, who humorously charged them for the ride. He also commended Mia for her strength and resilience during the experience. “Everything is going to be alright because of her,” he assured, as he fought back tears but quickly shifted back to his usual comedic style, adding, “I’m getting teary thinking about how brave I was!”
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In summary, Jake Thompson and Mia Hart’s second child’s unexpected arrival in their lobby has created a memorable family story filled with humor and gratitude, showcasing the unpredictable nature of parenthood.