Date: September 27, 2017
Imagine heading to your local Target for nursing bras and leaving with a brand new baby! One expectant mother, Rebecca Johnson, experienced just that when she unexpectedly went into labor while shopping at the popular retailer. But the story takes an incredible turn—there was a labor nurse shopping nearby who stepped in to assist with the delivery.
Talk about a memorable shopping trip! While many have shared their unique experiences at Target, Rebecca Johnson’s story stands out as she made the ultimate connection with the store during a significant moment in her life. We can only hope she receives some complimentary goodies or a stash of coupons from her favorite place!
Piedmont Healthcare shared a remarkable photo and account of their labor nurse, Sarah Campbell, who sprang into action to help Ms. Johnson deliver her healthy baby boy, weighing in at 7 pounds and 10 ounces. “What started as a routine shopping trip quickly turned into something extraordinary,” they noted.
Can you imagine? One moment, you’re mentally repeating “diapers” to ensure you don’t forget them, and just like that—boom! A baby is on the way. Campbell was shopping for shoes with her own mother when they noticed Johnson in distress. “My mom approached her and said, ‘You don’t look well. Can I get my daughter? She’s a labor and delivery nurse.’ And I was like, ‘Sure,’” Johnson recounted.
Rebecca was initially there for nursing bras but ended up giving birth to her fourth child. “I didn’t even realize I was in labor,” she said. Her contractions, which had been spaced out earlier, suddenly intensified while she was making her way to the bra section. Just 20 minutes after the contractions became strong, her son, who they named Malik, entered the world.
“I didn’t expect it to happen so quickly, but then her water broke after a particularly painful contraction. As a labor and delivery nurse, I knew what was coming,” Sarah commented. According to reports, both Campbell and her mother were trying to get Johnson to the hospital when it became clear that the baby was not going to wait. “We told her friend to bring the car to the entrance as we were helping her walk. It was just as we stepped outside that her water broke,” Campbell’s mother, Lisa, shared.
“Sarah was truly a blessing. She was kind, attentive, and exceeded all expectations,” Johnson expressed, grateful that her unique delivery story is getting attention so that Campbell receives recognition for her incredible assistance. “I’m thrilled because I feel like Sarah deserves the spotlight. She did a fantastic job.”
Interestingly, this life event seems to have forged a lasting bond between the two families. “We feel so fortunate to have been part of this,” Lisa told reporters. “We’ve visited them at the hospital and their home, and we intend to nurture this friendship for years to come. We love that they are considering us family!”
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In summary, a routine trip to Target turned into an unforgettable experience for Rebecca Johnson when she unexpectedly gave birth with the help of a labor nurse shopping nearby. The event not only marked the arrival of a new baby but also sparked a beautiful friendship between the two families involved.