Cass Health announced 1st baby of 2026 born at the hospital

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January 8th, 2026 by Ric Hanson

Atlantic, IA — Cass Health officials, today (Thursday) said they were delighted to announce the arrival of the first baby of 2026. Swaezi Saché Lorelle was born on January 5, 2026, to parents Bailey Steffens and Joel Villagran and big brother Wolf.
The Cass Health obstetrics team presented the family with a special baby blanket and a year’s supply of diapers.

Baby Swaezi Lorell (CCHS photo)