On July 9, 2018, Gospel singer Owen Mwatia shared the good news of welcoming a new member into their family after his wife gave birth to a bouncing baby boy, but little did Kenyans know, the baby was delivered before the due date.

Owen has now opened up on what transpired that forced his wife Faridah Wambui to opt for an early delivery.

According to the “Donjo” hit maker, they visited their doctor while his wife was in so much pain who advised that they do a scan to check the baby's condition.

Doctor's recommendation

Upon going through the scan, it was discovered that the cord was around the baby's neck and therefore it was recommended that the wife goes to the theatre for an early delivery.

"It was a scary moment.. My wife was feeling lots of pain but it was too early from the delivery date.. So we went to see the doc.. He advised us we go do a scan.. During the scan the sonographer told us the cord is around the baby's neck.. When we took the report to doc he told us immediately we going to theatre! Was scared dint know what to do and what to expect!" reads Daddy Owen's post

Raise awareness

However, Owen added that the motive of sharing the struggles they went through is to raise awareness about the many cases of babies with cords around their neck.

“The main reason I am sharing this story is because the doc told me nowadays the cases of baby's with cords on thr neck are too many and they don't know the reason.. is it lifestyle.. Environment.. no one knows exactly.. many have lost their babies! I thank God that my son came out well and my wife is strong and healthy.. Glory be to JESUS!!! Thank you”  added Daddy Owen.

Daddy Owen and Farida Wambui walked down the Aisle at the KAG Buruburu Church on April 2, 2016.