The First Baby of the Year was born at St. John’s Health shortly before 4:30 am on January 1ST. Parke Mary Fariss was born to parents Grace Peck and Jason Fariss of Jackson; weighing 8 pounds, 4 ounces. She was delivered by obstetrician Dr. Shannon Roberts. Parke is the second child in the Fariss family and joins her brother, two-and-a half-year-old Henry. St. John’s Health Auxiliary recognized the birth by coordinating a warm welcome on behalf of thirty-seven community businesses and individuals, including one from Grace Peck herself, owner of Roam, who was surprised to be the first to give birth in 2020. The family received gift baskets of toys, baby care items, and numerous gift certificates to be enjoyed by the proud parents at local shops and restaurants.
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