
Unconventional Crypto Parenting: Father Livestreams Newborn's Birth to Boost Meme Coin, with Unexpected Twists
The birth went just fine. But the meme coin? There were complications.[...]
Crypto Enthusiast Welcomes Daughter on Pump.fun Livestream, Sparks Controversy with Meme Coin Debut
In an unprecedented move, a Washington D.C. father celebrated his daughter's birth by launching a meme coin on Pump.fun. The crypto enthusiast, known online as "Lay-Jee-Un," aimed to create something "historic" by making his newborn the first person "born on the blockchain."
The livestreamed birth attracted a divided audience. While PREGOWIFE token traders flooded the chat with encouragement during labor, others questioned the legitimacy of the token launch. The event highlighted how crypto culture continues to push boundaries in unexpected ways.
Tokenizing the Newborn: SOLBABY Debut
After naming their daughter Solana, the parents created the SOLBABY token as an "on-chain representation" of the child. The father shared ambitious long-term plans for the project, envisioning it as a lasting digital legacy.
However, both PREGOWIFE and SOLBABY tokens quickly became mired in controversy. Traders raised concerns about potential bundling and price manipulation, leading to SOLBABY's market cap plummeting 92% from its peak.
Navigating the Crypto Landscape: Lessons Learned
- The father, while experienced in crypto, admitted limited knowledge of Pump.fun's specific mechanics and meme coin trading nuances
- The intense community backlash demonstrated the volatility of crypto projects tied to personal events
- Balancing childbirth with meme coin management proved exceptionally challenging for the new parents
This unusual case underscores both the creative potential and risks of merging personal milestones with cryptocurrency ventures. As the industry evolves, it continues to test boundaries between digital innovation and real-world events.