Special Delivery

Special Delivery is a science fiction short story by Damon Knight, first published in April 1954 in Galaxy Science Fiction. The narrative follows Len and Moira Connington as they navigate the challenges of impending parenthood, particularly when their unborn child, Leo, exhibits extraordinary intelligence and personality traits. The story humorously explores themes of pregnancy, communication, and the unexpected complexities of raising a remarkable child, culminating in a tense and absurd labor experience.