Woodlawn Health announced the first birth of 2026 in the following release:
Henry Blake Freeman was lovingly welcomed into Steve and Kiley Freeman’s arms on January 2 at 7:54 a.m., weighing 8 pounds 2 ounces.
Henry was delivered by Dr. Selio and the Maternity Oasis team.
Henry is so adored by his sibling Wells and by his proud grandparents and great-grandparents: Alan & Karla Dague, Kendra & Dan Chudzynski, Doug & Carolyn Freeman, Darlene Denton, Jane Hizer, and Joe & Dee Dague.
“We are so excited to welcome the first baby of the New Year, Henry Blake Freeman, into the world! Thank you to Kiley and Steve for choosing and trusting Woodlawn to take care of your family. We are so honored to be a part of this meaningful moment for you and other families in our community.” Alan Fisher, CEO, stated.
Gift sponsors include the following: Jarrety’s Place, Winning Edge, Northern Indiana Community Foundation, Mustard Seed, Smith Sawyer Smith, Shopping Guide News, Pizza Quik, Log House Restaurant, Breakroom Pub and Grill, Harvest Moon Deli and Market, Mellow Mug Café, RTC Fiber Communications, Gualtieri’s Bakery, and Families Helping Families (Solid Rock Church).
“We are so touched by the generosity of our community sponsors and thank them,” Alan Fisher said.
Welcome to the world, Henry!
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