There's something magical about New Year's Day babies, and Mouka, Nigeria's premier mattress and bedding company, knows exactly how to celebrate these precious arrivals. As midnight struck on January 1, 2026, marking the beginning of a brand new year, 71 families across Nigeria welcomed their bundles of joy into the world—and Mouka was there to share in their happiness.

This beautiful annual tradition has become a cornerstone of Mouka's commitment to communities nationwide. The company visited public healthcare facilities in 15 states, spreading joy from Lagos to Plateau, from Rivers to Kano, and everywhere in between. Each of the 71 New Year's Day families received carefully curated gift packs that would make any new parent smile: Mouka Dreamtime Baby Mattresses specially designed for tiny sleepers, plush pillows, adorable toys, and essential baby skincare products.

The celebration took on special significance in Lagos State, where Mouka partnered with First Lady Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu to visit three general hospitals—Ibeju-Lekki, Gbagada, and Imota. The warmth and excitement were palpable as these new mothers received their gifts and heartfelt congratulations, their faces glowing with the joy of new motherhood and the kindness of strangers who cared.

"As champions of quality sleep, we believe that fostering good sleep practices from the very beginning is vital," shared Mouka's Managing Director, Mr. Femi Fapohunda, whose words reflect the company's genuine dedication to infant wellness. The Dreamtime Baby Mattress isn't just a gift—it's a promise of better sleep and healthier development, featuring water-resistant and breathable materials that create the perfect environment for growing babies.

In Niger State's General Hospital Minna, the first baby of 2026 arrived at 1:42 a.m. to the delighted Mr. and Mrs. Rahma, followed shortly by baby Jafar at 2:06 a.m. These tiny pioneers, along with 69 others across the nation, began their life journeys surrounded by love, care, and the promise of sweet dreams ahead.

What makes this initiative truly special is how it combines corporate responsibility with genuine human connection. Mouka isn't just distributing products—they're investing in the future, one baby at a time. By emphasizing the importance of quality sleep from infancy, they're helping set the foundation for optimal physical and cognitive development in these children.

As these 71 babies grow, they'll carry with them the blessing of a community that celebrated their arrival. Their parents will remember not just the medical care they received, but the unexpected kindness that greeted them on one of the most important days of their lives.

This is corporate citizenship at its finest—thoughtful, meaningful, and genuinely impactful. Here's to Mouka, to these 71 beautiful babies, and to a year filled with healthy sleep, happy families, and countless reasons to celebrate life's precious moments.