In a heart-pounding moment on the busy M5 motorway in Somerset, Joshua Mogg found himself making a panicked call to 999 as his wife, Jane Rowland, entered the final stages of labor. The unexpected roadside delivery unfolded in February 2020, creating a unique and unforgettable birth story for their newborn son, Harry.
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As Jane’s labor progressed rapidly, Joshua urgently dialed emergency services while navigating the southbound lanes between Bridgwater. The dispatcher calmly guided Joshua through the situation, advising him to pull over, put on hazard lights, and ensure a safe space for the delivery.
The adrenaline-fueled call captured the intensity of the moment, with Joshua revealing that Jane was only 14 weeks pregnant. The dispatcher, providing step-by-step instructions, helped Joshua assist Jane into a comfortable position for childbirth.
In a breathtaking turn of events, just moments after the call, baby Harry made his entrance into the world. Jane, in the middle of the M5, delivered a healthy seven-pound, eight-ounce baby boy. The birth certificate now proudly states the unusual place of birth— the M5 motorway.
When police arrived at the scene, they found the Mogg family, including their eight-year-old son Benjamin, pulled over in the inside lane. Jane, a teaching assistant, had initially been on her way to Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton for an induced labor, but Harry had different plans.
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The miraculous roadside birth garnered praise for the quick response of both emergency services and a lorry driver who protected the family by pulling over and activating hazard lights. Despite the unexpected circumstances, both parents expressed gratitude for the assistance received.
Jane Rowland commended the police and paramedics for their support during the impromptu delivery. Joshua Mogg, a tree surgeon and now a second-time father, humorously declared that delivering his baby son on the motorway was probably the best thing he’s done in his life. He added that the unique experience strengthened his bond with Harry, creating a lasting and remarkable chapter in their family story.
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