In a surprising turn of events, a Queensland shop worker found herself in the midst of an unexpected delivery as she assisted in bringing a baby boy into the world right in a 7-Eleven car park. The impromptu delivery unfolded when a woman went into labor near the store, prompting an urgent response from those nearby.
Sharyn Daley, an employee at Cheap as Chips, swiftly sprung into action upon receiving the plea for help from the father who entered the Logan store last Friday. Speaking to the Sunrise program, Daley recounted how her instincts took control in the high-pressure situation.
“My first priority was keeping mum, dad, and the baby calm,” Daley expressed, highlighting the immediate need to maintain composure amidst the chaos. She noted that the father, visibly overwhelmed, was directed to attend to his young toddler in the back seat, who was understandably distressed.
Once the toddler was safely tended to, Daley focused her attention on the expectant mother, offering reassurance and support throughout the unexpected birthing process. Despite the tense circumstances, Daley described the mother as remarkably composed, expressing concern for her newborn’s well-being.
“Mum was very quiet,” Daley recalled, emphasizing her role in providing comfort and guidance during the pivotal moment. Assuring the mother that the baby was fine, Daley utilized her experience, gained from delivering puppies, to aid in the birth process. She even improvised with a shoelace to tie the baby’s umbilical cord before medical assistance arrived.
For Daley’s close friends, her composed response came as no surprise, with many acknowledging her calm demeanor and quick thinking in the face of adversity. Proud of her actions, they affirmed their confidence in her abilities to handle such situations.
Looking ahead, Daley acknowledged that while she’s eagerly awaiting the arrival of her second grandchild, she’ll leave the delivery to the professionals this time around. Meanwhile, the store is seeking to extend support to the newly expanded family by providing essential items such as a cot, change table, mattress, and hamper to assist them in their journey ahead.
