Meritus welcomes first baby of 2026!

The first baby born in 2026 in Washington County arrived in the morning of New Year’s Day.

Nylah Grace Hamby, a girl, was born at 1:43 a.m. to Cheyanne Davis and Tyshaun Hamby of Hagerstown, MD.

Nylah weighed in at 7 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20.75 inches long.

Meritus Medical Center’s Family Birthing Services provides expert medical care, compassionate nursing, and a family-centered environment. If your newborn needs advanced care, our Level II Special Care Nursery provides specialized care, eliminating the need to travel outside of the area. To learn more, visit www.meritushealth.com/Maternity.