Pictured left to right: Erika, Baby Grayson, and Zach at Oneida Health Hospital
Congrats Erika, Zach, and baby Grayson
Oneida, NY -Meet our First Baby of 2026! A big congratulations to Erika and Zack, proud first-time parents, on the arrival of their sweet baby boy, Grayson Michael 
Grayson made his debut at 7:17 AM on January 1st at Oneida Health, officially earning the title of the first baby born in 2026 at Oneida Health. He is already stealing hearts and couldn’t be more perfect! As part of a cherished annual tradition, the Oneida Health Auxiliary welcomed Grayson with a special gift to help his parents get started with newborn essentials.
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About Oneida Health
Oneida Health is a regional integrated healthcare network based in Oneida, NY operated by Oneida Health Systems, a New York State not-for-profit corporation. From a four-bed hospital in 1899 to a local leader in patient care, Oneida Health has a singular vision for providing the highest levels of patient safety and experience through the perfect pairing of talented medical professionals and state-of-the-art technology. Offering physical rehabilitation, primary and specialty care, an award-winning hospital, and skilled nursing, Oneida Health invests in the health of our communities through a network of health services focused on long-term health and prevention.