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Caption: Baby Boy Hudson, and the Mendez-Garcia family at Hoboken University Hospital
(High definition photos, b-roll and interviews with family available here via Google Drive)
Hoboken University Hospital celebrated a heartwarming family milestone as the Mendez-Garcia family welcomed their third child, baby boy Hudson, who was born healthy at 10:32 am on June 16, weighing 5 pounds, 4 ounces.
For mother Chandell Mendez-Garcia, Hudson’s arrival carried a special meaning. He shares his birthday with his grandmother, Mariana Candelaria, who was also born at the hospital on the same day when it was known as St. Mary Hospital. Surrounded also by her husband and daughter, Chandell welcomed Hudson into the world while continuing a tradition that has made Hoboken University Hospital a special part of the family’s history and as longtime patients of the hospital.
Baby Hudson was delivered by Dr. Francine Hyman, with assistance from Phyllis Camilleri, the director of maternal child health, and Hoboken University Hospital’s labor and delivery team.
“Knowing that Hudson shares a birthday with his grandmother and was born in the same hospital makes this day incredibly special for our family. We are grateful to Hoboken University Hospital for being part of such an unforgettable moment,” said Chandell.
“Seeing three generations of the same family celebrate milestones with Hoboken University Hospital is truly special. We were honored to play a part in this special day and wish Hudson and the Mendez-Gacia family many happy and healthy years ahead,” said Dr. Hyman.
Chandell, Candelaria, and their family have deep roots in Hudson County. Candelaria was born in Hoboken and raised in Union City, while Chandell and her family currently live in Bayonne. Baby Hudson’s name pays tribute to the county that has been home to the family for multiple generations.
“I couldn’t have received a better gift, and a better blessing than to have my grandson born on my birthday and in the same hospital,” said Mariana. “Grandma is going to be Hudson’s number one cheerleader!”
