WESTWOOD, NJ (January 2, 2026) – Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center announced the arrival of its first baby of the new year, Dash Milton Ballard, born on January 1 at 1:57 p.m. Dash entered the world healthy and strong, bringing joy and celebration to the hospital team and marking a bright beginning to 2026.
Dash is the son of Jennel and Dondre of Teaneck, New Jersey, who were thrilled to welcome their newest family member on New Year’s Day.
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About Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center
Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital, located in Westwood, NJ providing a caliber of care consistent with Hackensack Meridian Health’s world-class standard. The facility features a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, recently renovated maternity center, a women’s imaging center, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, a center for joint replacement, a wound care center, and an intensive/critical care unit. Find the kind of care you’ve been looking for at Pascack Valley Medical Center. For more, please visit www.PascackMedicalCenter.com.