Meet some of Arizona's 2022 New Year's babies
PHOENIX - The new year is bringing new hope, new beginnings and best of all, new babies.
Joaquin
Joaquin
Little bundle of joy is Joaquin was born at 12:47 a.m. at Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix. His proud parents are Karina and Joaquin.
He arrived four days earlier than planned, weighing 9 pounds and four ounces.
Mom and dad can't wait to introduce him to his big sister Emma.
Aretzi
Aretzi
Aretzi was born at 12:42 a.m. at Banner Ironwood Medical Center. She came into the world weighing seven pounds and three ounces.
Her mother Claudia says she was not expecting her surprise arrival on New Year's Day.
"I didn't expect my daughter on New Year's Day, but God blessed me to arrive on this day as the first baby here and I'm really excited and blessed with her," she said.
Her parents are expected to introduce her to her two brothers Aaron and Damian.
Jasir and Kenji
Jasir and Kenji
Over in Tucson – they're seeing double. Twins, Jasir and Kenji, wasted no time coming into the world.
Jasir is the older brother, being born first, and his brother Kenji followed him shortly after.
Their parents, Jasmyn and Kenneth are overjoyed. They were given a gift basket with new baby items and gift cards.
Welcome to the world, little ones!
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