Welcome Baby Sequoia Snow; First Baby born at South Peninsula Hospital in 2019!

Sequoia Snow Bettinger was born January 1st, 2019 at 8:00am. She weighed 9 pounds, 3 oz and was 21.5 inches long. Her parents are Allyse and Owen Bettinger.  Sequoia was caught by dad and Dana Whittaker, Certified Nurse Midwife from Homer Medical Center.

Big brother Juneau, mom Allyse and dad Owen welcome baby Sequoia and dozens of gifts!

Ulmer’s:  Breastfeeding supplies, baby toy, baby bathing items, sleeper and other baby goodies.
Homer Shore Store:  Baby first puzzle, teething toy, storage pouch
The Other Book Club: Baby books
Alaska Flower Mill:  New Year’s Baby flower bouquet
Café Cups: $50 gift card
Funny River Quilters:  Baby Quilt
Spenard Builders Supply:  Many items including trashcan, LED lantern and batteries, cleaning supplies, safety drawer and appliance latches and indoor/outdoor thermometer.
The Grog Shop:  A bottle of champagne
The Homer Bookstore:  $25 gift certificate
Sprout Family Services:   Gifts including 2 dvds, receiving blanket, punch card and books
Oodalolly:  True swaddle blanket
Homer’s Jeans:  Smartwool socks and Carhart Overalls
Scott’s Pharmacy:  Shower pouf, candle, shampoo, and bubble bath
SPH Auxiliary:  Several wrapped gifts
Flying Whale Coffee and Gifts:  Teddy bear, booties, hat, toy, child safety lock set, bath set for mom
Captain’s Toy Chest:  Snuggle baby cuddle
Homer Theatre:  Movie, popcorn, and drink passes

Read the Homer News article.