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Mo Amer: A Joke About Meeting His Son

Jan 20, 2026
Mo Amer, a stand-up comedian known for his sharp observational humor on Palestinian identity and immigrant life, shares a hilarious account of meeting his son. He humorously narrates the tense atmosphere of the delivery room and the unexpected twist of a C-section. Mo touches on the quirky interactions with a Moroccan Jewish doctor and the surreal experience of watching the procedure. His candid reflections on new dad worries and bonding moments reveal a blend of humor and heartfelt emotions that make parenthood both challenging and rewarding.
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Birthroom Tension And Humor

  • Mo Amer recounts the tense, humorous story of his son's delivery and the C-section experience.
  • He describes cultural paranoia, the delivery room dynamics, and his emotional breakdown during skin-to-skin with his newborn.
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Paranoid Spectator In Scrubs

  • Mo Amer describes watching the C-section like a paranoid spectator and joking about medical anatomy.
  • He narrates wearing ill-fitting scrubs, trying to understand the surgery, and making jokes about organs.
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Delayed Dad Emotions

  • Mo Amer shares his initial emotional numbness after the birth and the delayed rush of feeling during skin-to-skin.
  • He details the instant, overwhelming bond when he finally held his son and his sudden paternal resolve.
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