AdventHealth Ocala welcomes first baby of 2025

Baby Holly is the first baby born in 2025 at AdventHealth Ocala. [Photo courtesy AdventHealth]

AdventHealth Ocala on Wednesday, Jan. 1, announced the arrival of the first baby born at the hospital in 2025.

Baby Holly made her debut at 7:52 a.m., weighing 7 pounds, 11 ounces and measuring 20.5 inches long. Holly and her family are doing well, officials noted.

“Welcoming the first baby of the year is always a special moment,” said Dr. Rodrigo Torres, chief medical officer of AdventHealth Ocala, in the media release. “Baby Holly’s arrival is a true blessing for her family and for our team, who are honored to provide care during such a meaningful time. It’s a wonderful way to start the year.”

The Baby Place at AdventHealth Ocala offers comprehensive maternity care from pregnancy education to labor and delivery, and postpartum support. With nearly 2,500 births each year, The Baby Place provides expert care in a comfortable and personalized environment designed to nurture body, mind and spirit, the release stated.

To learn more, visit adventhealth.com/hospital/adventhealth-ocala/our-services/mother-and-baby-care