Overview

• The incident occurred in December 2024 when the boy’s 37-week-pregnant mother went into sudden labor at home in rural Fujian Province, China.
• The boy called emergency services, and paramedic Chen Chaoshun provided step-by-step instructions over the phone to assist with the delivery.
• Using a mask strap as a makeshift clamp for the umbilical cord, the boy followed the paramedic’s guidance to prevent infection and bleeding.
• Both the mother and baby were transported to the hospital in stable condition after medical responders arrived shortly after the birth.
• The story went viral on Chinese social media after being reported on March 20, 2025, sparking admiration for the boy’s bravery and discussions about the risks of emergency home births.