As the clock struck midnight and 2026 dawned, Hong Kong celebrated six precious new lives entering the world, marking a heartwarming start to the new year.

The city's first baby of 2026, a bouncing baby boy, arrived precisely at midnight at the CUHK Medical Centre. This newborn, the family's first child, symbolized hope and fresh beginnings for his proud parents.

Just two minutes later, United Christian Hospital in Kwun Tong delivered a baby girl weighing a healthy 3.02kg (6.66lbs), continuing the joyous parade of new arrivals. The diversity of these births showcased the vibrant tapestry of Hong Kong's families.

As the first hour of 2026 unfolded, more babies joined the celebration. At Kwong Wah Hospital in Yau Ma Tei, a boy weighing 2.89kg was born at 12:06am, representing the family's third child. Another girl arrived at the same hospital at 12:30am, tipping the scales at 3.06kg.

Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital welcomed its first baby at eight minutes past midnight - a girl weighing an impressive 3.72kg and also a third child in her family. Meanwhile, Tuen Mun Hospital completed the morning's birth roster with a boy born at 12:15am, weighing 3.59kg.

These six babies represent more than just statistical entries; they are living symbols of hope, potential, and the continuous renewal of life in Hong Kong.