It’s a boy!
Meet Brian Garmaker Jr., the first baby of 2025 born at Northfield Hospital.
Brian and Ruth Garmaker welcomed their son on Thursday, January 2 at the Birth Center.
“We waited for him for so long,” says Ruth, who experienced pregnancy losses before Brian Jr. was born. “He is the blessing I have been asking for in my heart from the Lord.
“He’s a miracle. He completes our family.”
Brian Jr. has three older brothers at home, from Ruth’s previous marriage. And Brian Sr. is a first-time dad. “He’ll be learning a whole new world now, with his first experience as a dad,” Ruth smiles.
The birth “was a heavenly experience,” Brian Sr. says. “The highlight of my life. I kept saying ‘Hallelujah!’ because I was just so happy. ”
Ruth chose NH+C for her prenatal care – and all their family’s care. “I love NH+C. They’ve always attended to me very well, and they offer interpreters,” says Ruth, who speaks Spanish. “I appreciate the extra attention I’ve gotten here.
“I thank everyone here at the hospital and clinic for all the care, kindness and love, and the help they have given us,” Ruth says. “And I thank the Lord our baby is healthy and happy.
“I do believe miracles exist.”