A sports anchor’s slow reaction to his wife’s labor text will have you shaking your head and laughing out loud. While live on air for 120 Sports, Mark Daniels received a message from his wife: “Getting epidural. I need you here now.” He appeared puzzled and pondered aloud, “Should I just walk off set?”
Um, yes, Mark. Yes, you should. But he didn’t budge from his chair. Even his co-hosts exchanged looks that clearly said, “What on earth are you doing?” The situation that follows his initial confusion is nearly excruciating to watch. You know that feeling when someone is taking forever to make their move in a game? That urge to just yell, “GO!” Yeah, that’s exactly what his colleagues had to say, too.
It’s important to remember that labor can be equally nerve-wracking for men. They truly do their best, even if it doesn’t always go smoothly. I remember calling my partner to inform him that my doctor’s appointment had turned into an emergency hospital visit, and he ended up heading to a hospital in downtown instead of the one in our neighborhood—because, you know, labor is stressful and can put you in a “fight or flight” mode.
But thankfully, everything turned out alright in the end.
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Summary
A sports anchor’s comically delayed response to his wife’s text during labor highlights the challenges and confusion men face in such high-pressure situations. The story is both funny and relatable, showcasing how stress can affect decision-making in life-changing moments.