West Seneca couple welcomes baby weighing more than 14 pounds |
weighing more than 14 pounds baby1.jpeg Photo by: Provided Dorisha Rodriguez gave birth to a daughter weighing 14 pounds, one ounce. baby1.jpegbaby2.jpegbaby3.jpegbaby4.jpeg Posted 11:42 AM, Jun 30, 2026 and last updated 11:44 AM, Jun 30, 2026 BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A West Seneca family is sharing their big baby news with the rest of Western New York. Dorisha Rodriguez and Dominic Soto welcomed Yemayá India Soto Rodriguez into the world on June 9 weighing 14 pounds, one ounce. "The hospital staff told us she is one of the largest newborns they have ever delivered," |
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West Seneca residents Dorisha Rodriguez and Dominic Soto are celebrating the arrival of their daughter, Yemayá India Soto Rodriguez, born on June 9, tipping the scales at an impressive 14 pounds, one ounce.
Hospital staff remarked that Yemayá is among the largest newborns they've ever delivered.
Both mother and daughter are in good health and have since returned home.
Yemayá joins her 17-year-old sister and 6-year-old brother, completing the family's trio of children.
Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo, where Yemayá was born, is renowned for its comprehensive pediatric and obstetric services.
As the region's only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the hospital is equipped to handle complex deliveries and provide specialized care for both mothers and newborns.
The hospital's recent renaming in January 2026 reflects its ongoing commitment to advancing pediatric healthcare in Western New York.
Yemayá's remarkable birth weight has garnered attention, highlighting the exceptional care provided by the hospital's dedicated staff.
Her arrival adds a unique chapter to the birth stories emerging from Buffalo, NY, and serves as a testament to the strength and resilience of both mother and child. |