Actor Martin Githinji, popularly known as Daddie Marto, recently announced the arrival of his third child with his wife, Christine Kokueendera, on social media. However, the couple kept one remarkable detail under wraps - the extraordinary circumstances surrounding their baby's delivery.

In a candid video on their YouTube channel MaNaPaTau, Christine shared the incredible story of giving birth in a car.

Normally, Christine's water would break, followed by induction and several hours of labor before delivery. However, on May 12, 2023, things took an unexpected turn.

Around 7 am, Christine began experiencing unusual sensations and contractions. Although the pain in her back indicated the onset of labor, her water hadn't broken yet. Contrary to her previous childbirth experiences, the pain grew stronger, with contractions occurring every three minutes.

Meanwhile, Daddie Marto was at work, unaware that his wife was about to give birth. Familiar with the timeline of Christine's previous deliveries, he believed they still had several hours ahead.

Suddenly, Christine's water broke. She and her friend Njeri immediately left for the hospital, but realized they had forgotten important hospital documents during the journey. Without those documents, the hospital wouldn't admit them, forcing them to turn back home.

The pain intensified during the return trip, and Christine screamed in the car. Unable to bear it any longer, she instinctively got on all fours in the backseat, knowing the baby's arrival was imminent.

"The pain was too much, and I went on all fours. Every woman who has gone into labor knows that it helps engage the baby's head when you assume this position. I knew the baby was coming," Christine recounted. She grabbed a Maasai shuka from the car, sat on the seat, and mentally prepared herself for what lay ahead.

As they navigated through heavy traffic on Thika Road, Christine and Njeri desperately attempted to flag down two ambulances traveling in the opposite direction for assistance, but their pleas went unanswered. With each passing moment, Christine's pain increased, and she found herself undressing in the car, paying no mind to the lack of privacy.

"The next thing I remember is undressing. I was completely naked, and the car didn't have tinted windows. But that was the least of my worries because I knew the time had come and the baby was coming. I screamed and held onto the seatbelt for a few seconds, and then the baby was out," she said.

Christine swiftly pulled the baby onto her chest to keep him warm, and to their relief, he cried. Overwhelmed with emotion, she exclaimed, "I couldn't believe it! I was incredibly proud of myself. These are stories you hear about or watch in movies. I birthed my own baby, staying calm and composed throughout the process. It was a monumental moment for me."

After the dramatic roadside birth, they eventually reached the hospital where medical professionals attended to them, cutting the umbilical cord and ensuring the well-being of both mother and child.

This extraordinary delivery story has captured the attention of many, showcasing Christine's resilience and courage in the face of unexpected circumstances.