Downriver welcomes first babies of 2026

Wade James Pappas was apparently the first Downriver baby of 2026, appearing almost six weeks before his due date.

He was born at 4:53 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. His due date was Feb. 8, Super Bowl Sunday.

Wade’s mom and dad, Sarah Rose and David Pappas, are first-time parents who live in the Downriver area. They are relieved their son is healthy despite his early appearance, weighing in at 5 pounds, 14 ounces…

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