Lalo watched tv in his quiet apartment, trying to breathe through the strange, rhythmic tightening in his belly. It was late evening, and he had been looking forward to a calm night alone, but now the sensations were too sharp to ignore. With his phone clutched in a sweaty hand, he called Vanessa, his midwife. "Vanessa, I think something’s happening," he said. Vanessa, calm as ever, assured him it was probably just Braxton Hicks contractions and promised to come over right away. Within minutes, she arrived, her portable ultrasound and equipment in tow, and began checking him carefully. She measured his temperature, gently palpated his belly, and listened to the heartbeats—his and his belly's —her expression growing more focused with each passing minute. As the contractions intensified, Vanessa kept her hands steady and reassuring, guiding him through each surge. Before long, his contractions were close and strong, and with a surprised but thrilled smile, Vanessa announced that he was fully dilated. "It’s time to push, Mr. Lalo," she said, positioning him and guiding his breathing, encouraging him to bear down. With every ounce of strength, Lalo followed her lead, his body pushing through the pain, until finally, a tiny cry filled the room. With Vanessa by his side, Lalo had brought new life into the world, and his world would never be the same. 3 povs - Vanessa's, Lalo's and 3rd person pov