EDINBURG, TEXAS - The largest two health systems in the Rio Grande Valley have announced details on the first births at their hospitals in 2024.
South Texas Health System’s medical staff say they are “overjoyed” to welcome the first baby of 2024 at one of their hospitals.
Weighing in at five pounds and seven ounces, Natanael Cabrera arrived at South Texas Health System Edinburg at 12:52 a.m., making him the first of four newborns who arrived at one of STHS facilities on the first day of 2024.
“Natanael was the first to arrive at STHS. He was also one of four babies born at one of our hospitals on New Year’s Day — two at STHS Edinburg and two at STHS McAllen,” an STHS press release states.
“Not only is he the first baby for STHS this year, Baby Natanael is also the first child for the Cabrera family, ensuring 2024 will be a special one for them.”
South Texas Health System was recently a 2023 Five-Star Recipient for C-Section Delivery, Hysterectomy and Gynecology Procedures. STHS’s leadership says this reflects the system’s commitment to consistently deliver high-quality women’s healthcare and placing the organization in the upper echelon of hospitals for OB/GYN care nationwide.
“The staff of The Maternity Center at STHS Edinburg and STHS McAllen and everyone at STHS is grateful to be part of a family journey of welcoming a new bundle of joy into the world and is dedicated to making the process as smooth as possible,” the STHS press release states.
Editor’s Note: For more information on the women’s services at STHS, including the system’s labor and delivery programs, visit STHSMcAllen.com or STHSEdinburg.com.
DHR Health Women's Hospital celebrated a special delivery with the birth of its first baby of the year.
Alana Itzel Delgado arrived at 3:11 a.m., weighing seven pounds and two ounces. Parents Jessica and Hector Delgado couldn't be happier to welcome their new baby girl into their loving arms.
“We are delighted to celebrate the first baby of 2024,” said Marissa Castañeda, senior executive vice-president of DHR Health. “It’s a special moment for the family and a joyous time for our hospital staff.”
As part of DHR Health’s tradition, the family received a special gift basket filled with baby essentials, celebratory items, and gift card to mark the momentous occasion.
DHR Health Women's Hospital, located at 5502 S. McColl Road in Edinburg, offers a broad range of services to support women during prenatal, childbirth, and post-delivery stages.
The Women’s Hospital at DHR Health is the only Level IV Maternal Care facility, providing comprehensive care for high-risk maternal and fetal conditions.
The hospital is designated as a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), offering advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team to care for premature infants and newborns with critical illnesses.
DHR Health Women’s Hospital is also a recognized participant in the Texas 10 Step Program, assisting new mothers and their babies with breastfeeding.
Editor’s Note: For more information about DHR Health Women’s Hospital, or to schedule a tour of the facility before your delivery, contact 956-362-2229.
