Cady Hoffmann, known online as “Fandy,” typically shares her gameplay of titles like World of Warcraft and Overwatch 2 on the popular streaming platform Twitch. However, this week, viewers were treated to something entirely different: a livestream of the birth of her first child. News of this event is spreading quickly, with many considering Fandy to be potentially the first streamer to broadcast the arrival of their baby live on Twitch. The unique nature of this broadcast has sparked mixed reactions and discussions about the evolving landscape of streaming content.
On October 7th, at 7:57 p.m. ET, Fandy announced on X (formerly Twitter), “Hi twitter my water just broke so I think I’m going this live Baby time :)”. The delivery unfolded in the comfort of her home, surrounded by supportive friends and family. The camera was strategically positioned to maintain privacy for the mother during the most critical moments. A healthcare professional, seemingly a nurse, was also present. Fandy occasionally interacted with the Twitch chat, which was displayed on a nearby TV, in between contractions.
At one point, she remarked, “I’ve waited forever for her. Get the hell out already.”
The livestream wasn’t a quick event like those portrayed in movies; it was a lengthy process. Fandy was seen moving around, using a yoga ball, and taking breaks before eventually settling into an inflatable birthing pool. Even Dan Clancy, the CEO of Twitch, made an appearance in the chat to offer his well wishes. He wrote, “Fandy, best of luck and congratulations. Wishing you the best in this journey.” Other viewers jokingly suggested adding Tylenol to the pool, humorously suggesting it would improve the baby’s intelligence.
literally staying up late to watch someone livestream their birth spamming “lock in” and “push”
you know what hell yeah
— Liquid Eiya (@EiyaWoW) October 8, 2025
Dexerto reported that the stream reached a peak viewership of over 30,000, with thousands remaining throughout the seven-hour event to witness the baby’s arrival. Fandy named her daughter Luna, and both mother and child are reportedly doing well, marking a significant moment for the Amazon-owned streaming platform. The livestream concluded with the two resting. Even TMZ felt compelled to censor the newborn’s face in their coverage.
The broadcast offered an intimate glimpse into one of life’s most profound and personal experiences. Perhaps some viewers anticipating parenthood found reassurance in witnessing the relatively smooth process. However, the event has also sparked questions about the boundaries of sharing such personal moments online and the potential implications for the child later in life. The very act of observing such a private event raises ethical questions for outside observers.
“That’s a plus one baby, boys!” exclaimed her husband, Adamax, upon meeting his newborn daughter. Wishing them all a lifetime of happiness.