One of the most anticipated arrivals of the New Year is the first baby born to parents living in Pacific Palisades.
Launched in 1954 by the Palisadian-Post, the tradition began with Arnold Anchordoguy, and with the exception of 1955, a new baby has been honored every year. Last year’s First Baby was Ford William Chidsey, the son of Erin and Darin Chidsey. Ford, who weighed in at 6 pounds 13 ounces and measured 20.5 inches long, was born on Jan. 4 at 9:45 a.m. at Cedars-Sinai.
Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer
This year’s winning infant and his or her family will be awarded prizes and gift certificates from local businesses. The winner will also be recognized in the Post with a story and photo taken by staff photographer Rich Schmitt.
To be eligible, parents must own or rent a house in Pacific Palisades. The attending physician must specify time of birth and weight in writing. Eligible parents who have early-January babies should contact the Post’s editorial department with the date, time and location of birth.
Email frances@palipost.com with “First Baby” in the subject line or call 310-454-1321. Deadline is Friday, Jan. 8. If there is no winner by then, deadline will be extended.
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