Newborn Dubbed “Colonel Cody” After Birth in UK KFC Parking Lot
A woman in the UK gave birth to her son in a KFC parking lot while en route to the hospital. The family has affectionately nicknamed the newborn, Cody, "Colonel Cody" in reference to the fast-food chain's founder.
Abilene Sweetwater, TX, September 18, 2026 —
A unique birth story unfolded recently in the United Kingdom, where a woman welcomed her newborn son in an unexpected location: the parking lot of a Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurant. The mother was en route to the hospital when she gave birth to her baby boy in the fast-food establishment’s car park.
The family has embraced the unusual circumstances of the delivery, affectionately bestowing upon the newborn the nickname “Colonel Cody”. This moniker serves as a playful nod to the founder of the KFC chain, Colonel Harland Sanders, tying the child’s arrival to the distinctive roadside setting.
Details regarding the exact date, time, and specific KFC location within the UK have not been provided. Similarly, the name of the hospital the mother was traveling to, and any assistance received during the birth, were not disclosed in the available information.
The newborn, who has been named Cody, now carries a birth story that is sure to be a memorable tale for the family. The nickname “Colonel Cody” has quickly become a talking point, highlighting the distinctive nature of his arrival into the world.
While the specifics surrounding the event remain limited, the core narrative centers on a mother’s swift delivery and her family’s lighthearted response to the memorable, albeit unconventional, birthplace of their son.
Story summarized from the original created by JESSICA A. BOTELHO | The National News Desk on ktxs.com, see more information here.
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