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Father's Tearful Reunion: Baby Born After Cardiac Arrest
30 Jul
Summary
- A father regained consciousness and shed tears upon meeting his newborn daughter.
- CPR administered by his wife was critical in saving his life.
- He has fully recovered with no lasting disabilities after 33 days in hospital.

Three days after Sam experienced a cardiac arrest, his daughter Sophie was born safely. His wife, Emma, ensured he met their newborn, a moment that brought tears to his eyes and indicated cognitive function.
Sam was discharged after 33 days, showing no lasting physical or neurological issues, though he now has an ICD. He feels fully recovered and back to his previous life, with no identified cause for his cardiac arrest.
Both Sam and Emma credit his survival to Emma's CPR and the support from the South Central Ambulance Charity, which enabled a volunteer doctor to attend. They emphasized the critical role of immediate CPR in saving his life.