Baby Locked Inside: Self-Locking Door Causes UK Family Scare

A concerning incident occurred in a UK home today when a mother was locked out of her house, leaving her baby inside. The self-locking door mechanism proved problematic, causing significant distress. The neighbour, who witnessed the event, helped the mother contact her partner. "It was horrible, and I felt quite helpless that I couldn't do anything," said the neighbour. The partner arrived within 20 minutes, resolving the situation. The incident highlights potential safety concerns related to self-locking doors and emphasizes the importance of having backup plans in such emergencies. The story serves as a reminder to parents to always have a backup plan in case of unexpected lockouts.