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2026's First Baby Arrives in Philly!
2 Jan
Summary
- Elliott Jude Sarnoff was the first baby born in the Philadelphia region on January 1, 2026.
- Family members traveled from the UK and Ireland to welcome the newborn.
- Healthcare workers find joy in delivering babies during holiday shifts.
The Philadelphia region ushered in 2026 with the arrival of its first baby, Elliott Jude Sarnoff. Born at Lankenau Medical Center at 12:22 a.m. on New Year's Day, Elliott weighed 8 pounds 3 ounces. His mother, Kim Sarnoff, shared that fireworks celebrated his arrival, and his family eagerly anticipated his arrival, with relatives traveling from the UK and Ireland.
Elliott's parents are already planning for his future, intending to secure his passport soon after receiving his birth certificate, with aspirations for him to become a world traveler. He was not the only New Year's baby; Temple Women and Families Hospital welcomed Ezekiel Hall, and Henry Schamp arrived exactly at midnight at Penn Medicine Doylestown Hospital.
For healthcare professionals, delivering babies on holidays like New Year's Day is a rewarding experience. Despite working shifts, they find fulfillment in witnessing these first moments of the year. The Sarnoff family, meanwhile, found their new year's celebration unforgettable with Elliott's smooth delivery.
