Winfield’s William Newton Hospital Welcomes First Baby of the New Year

William Newton Hospital announced the arrival of its first baby of the new year.

Willow Sage Admire was born Thursday at 8:22 a.m., weighing six pounds, four ounces and measuring 19 inches long.

Willow was delivered by OB/GYN Kayla Arthur, DO. She is the daughter of Jessica Phillips and Austin Admire of Winfield and joins big sisters Blakely and Harley, both 4. Austin Admire praised the hospital staff following the birth.

“We had a really good experience here,” he said. “The nurses were especially personable, and Angie was really helpful.”

Jessica Admire said she is excited to welcome another daughter.

“I’m so excited to welcome my third girl into our family,” she said.

The hospital welcomed 228 newborns in 2025.

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