Teen says she's ready to give birth to baby Jesus, doctors say she’s definitely not pregnant
She went on Dr Phil this week to plead her case...
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A 19-year-old woman, only identified as Haley, appeared on the Dr. Phil Show on Wednesday and Thursday claiming that she’s 9-months pregnant with baby Jesus. Spoiler alert: pregnancy tests and an ultrasound have found that she’s definitely not pregnant.
"I know my pregnancy is real. I’ve gained at least 22 pounds," Haley said on-air.
"I was sleeping one night and my baby punched the bottom of my stomach and kicked me, and I can feel his head right here, right below my belly button."
"My family, my friends, my pastors at church, they don’t believe that I’m pregnant," she explained to Dr Phil. "I know it’s Jesus. I don’t care if my family disowns me. It really comes down to if you’re a true believer in Jesus or not."
The claims are taking a toll on her family, especially her mother, who says her daughter previously lied about being a contestant on American Idol, having donated one of her kidneys, and claiming that her father is actually Eminem.
She also says that Haley has even lied about being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
"I can't keep living like this. We have to treat her like she's actually pregnant to avoid conflict," the mother said. "I'm hoping Dr. Phil can let me know if this is part of her act or does she really need help."
Watch the full segment on Dr. Phil above.