“Ghaya”…the first born in Abu Dhabi in the new year

With the launch of the festive fireworks that lit up the skies of the United Arab Emirates at midnight last night, the sounds of newborns were heard, marking the beginning of the year 2025 with double joy in many hospitals, where they were celebrated with flowers and sweets to rejoice in this distinguished and happy occasion.

In detail, Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi received, at the first minute of the new year, a baby girl, Ghaya Al Qamzi, born to two Emirati parents, Mohammed Salem Al Qamzi and Salama Khamis Abu Ghubob. She was born at 12:01 am, weighing 2,490 kg, becoming the sixth child in her family.

The girl’s parents said: “We are happy to welcome our beautiful daughter who came into the world in joyful moments and enriched our family with a new member with her presence. We are happy with her presence with all the joy that her birth brought to our lives and on this special occasion. We thank the medical team and workers at Burjeel Hospital for their great support.”

At 01:06 am, Burjeel Hospital received the Emirati baby girl, Maryam Abdul Wahed Al Sheikha, who was born weighing 2,840 kg. The parents said: “Welcoming our daughter on this joyful occasion is an unforgettable moment. The memory of her birth will be special for our family on this day and the beginning of the year with a special family.” A new addition to the family that brings hope for a happy year. We wish her a prosperous life.”

For her part, Dr. Sawsan Abdel Rahman, Obstetrics and Gynecology Consultant at Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi, said, “We congratulate the arrival of the two girls and congratulate their parents. I am pleased to share with these families their happiness in welcoming their children, on this special night. It is a double joy for the parents and for us. New Year’s Day is A special occasion for every family. We celebrated this wonderful moment and wish the newborns and their families all the best.”

While Medeor Abu Dhabi Hospital received baby Aquila Marie Anto, who brought joy to everyone when she was born at 12:01 am, weighing 3,060 kg, where her parents Anto Alex and Asha Thomas from India expressed their joy, saying: “We never imagined that our first child would be born.” With the beginning of the new year, amid everyone’s wishes for a happy new year for all, and on this happy occasion, we express our sincere gratitude to God and the dedicated medical team at Medeor Hospital, “Who contributed to this very special moment.”

Dr. Mukundan Gangadharan, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Medor Hospital, who delivered baby Aquila, emphasized the joy that comes with a new baby coming to life, adding that every baby is a symbol of hope and joy and the promise of a brighter future, and for him being part of these moments Dear, it is a joyful matter, wishing health and happiness to the newborn and her family.

LLH Hospital in Abu Dhabi also received baby Amaria Khezia at midnight, with the start of fireworks. Baby Amaria was born at 12:01 a.m., adding joy and celebrations to her parents, Norba Nalud Taja and Ashraf, from the Philippines. Baby Amaria was born weighing 4.00 kg. She is the joy and first child in her family.

Dr. Priyadarshini said: “Welcoming the arrival of a new child and a new life in general is a beautiful thing and a great joy for parents and the medical staff in general, but the birth of baby Amaria at midnight on New Year’s Day was a special occasion, as they are special moments that remind us of the beauty of beginnings and great hope.” Which every child carries into the world. I congratulate the family and wish the newborn good health and wellness.”