Manatee Memorial Hospital Welcomes First Baby of 2026
Manatee Memorial Hospital is thrilled to announce the arrival of the first baby born in the New Year.
The Family Birthplace at Manatee Memorial welcomed baby Yulian into the world at 2:38am January 1, 2026. The baby boy, weighed 6 pounds and 7 ounces, measuring 20.5 inches in length. Both mother and baby are reported to be in excellent health.
Manatee Memorial Hospital is honored to share in this special moment with the community and extends its heartfelt congratulations to the family. The staff worked diligently to ensure a safe and comfortable delivery, embodying the hospital’s commitment to providing exceptional care.
“We are honored to welcome the first baby of 2026 at Manatee Memorial Hospital and to share this special moment with baby Yulian and her family,” said Arianne Botts, Director of the Family Birthplace at Manatee Memorial Hospital. “The arrival of a new baby represents fresh beginnings, promise, and joy, and it is a wonderful way to start the new year. We extend our warmest congratulations to the family and wish them a lifetime filled with love, health, and happiness.”
The hospital extends its gratitude to the dedicated medical team who played a crucial role in ensuring the smooth delivery of the New Year’s baby. Manatee Memorial Hospital remains committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and fostering a supportive environment for families during these momentous occasions. The Family Birthplace at Manatee Memorial Hospital delivers nearly 2,000 babies annually.
About Manatee Health
Proudly serving the residents of Manatee, Hillsborough, and surrounding counties for more than 70 years, Manatee Health represents an entire network of healthcare services. These include freestanding emergency departments, outpatient imaging, rehabilitation and sports medicine, home health, surgical and specialty physician services, and all the inpatient services offered by Manatee Memorial Hospital including advanced stroke care and vascular disease, emergency medicine for all ages; cardiac; cardiovascular; surgical, including robotic; orthopedics; respiratory care; sleep services; oncology; wound care and women’s and children’s services including Manatee County’s only Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For information on hospital services, visit manateehealth.com.