UAE welcomes first Eid babies of 2025: Joyous births across the nation
Five babies born across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah mark a joyful start to Eid Al Adha 2025 in the UAE/ Image: Courtesy- Khaleej Times
Born on Eid: UAE Families Welcome First Babies of Eid Al Adha 2025
As Eid Al Adha dawned across the UAE on June 6, 2025, a handful of families woke to a joy even greater than the call to Eid prayers: the birth of their children.
In both Abu Dhabi and Dubai , and as far as Ras Al Khaimah , newborns arrived in the early hours of the morning, becoming the first babies delivered on this sacred day. For the parents, these births weren't just moments of happiness, but deeply personal Eid blessings.
Abu Dhabi: A precious girl arrives at dawn
The UAE's first recorded Eid baby this year was born at 1:39 am at NMC Royal Hospital, Abu Dhabi. A healthy girl, named Sila, was delivered naturally and weighed 3.56kg at birth.
Her parents, Rehaf Mohamed Mansour, a homemaker, and Ibrahim Abdel, a computer engineer, are Jordanian residents of Abu Dhabi. This marks the couple's first child, and their emotions were unmistakable.
'We are very happy and feel grateful to receive our Eid gift , our angel,' they told Khaleej Times.
According to Dr Eman Sadek, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, the delivery was smooth at 39 weeks. 'The mother and baby are doing fine,' she confirmed.
A report by Khaleej Times also cited Dr Eman Abdel Fatah Sade, who extended congratulations on behalf of the hospital team.
'I am very happy to have my Eid gift as my angel and I am very thankful to all the staff,' said Rehaf, speaking to Khaleej Times after the birth.
Dubai: two couples, two Firstborns, one Eid to remember
In Dubai, Indian expat couple Nikita Paresh Wadka and Yogesh became first-time parents just minutes later. Their son was born at 1:54 am at Prime Hospital, weighing 2.9kg.
'We are delighted to have our son born on such a special day,' the parents told Gulf News. 'This is our first child.'
At Aster Hospital in Al Qusais, another Indian couple , Mansoor Ali and Haneena Saithammarakathu Lanchira Purayil , also welcomed their first child, a baby boy, at 4:39 am. He weighed 3.320kg.
'We are overwhelmed with joy to welcome our baby boy on this special Eid Al Adha , a moment that makes this day even more unforgettable for our family,' the couple said in a statement.
'We extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible doctors and medical team at Aster Hospital Al Qusais for their exceptional care and support.'
Dr Chitra Gopalakrishnan, Specialist in Obstetrics and Laparoscopic Gynaecology, confirmed that both mother and child were healthy and recovering well.
Ras Al Khaimah: A third son for Egyptian parents
Further north, at RAK Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah, baby Zayed was born at 5:45 am, weighing 2.180kg. He is the third child of Egyptian couple Hamed Sayed Hamed and Eman Mohamed.
'We feel happy and blessed to have the baby this Eid,' the couple said, expressing gratitude to Dr Aliya Khurram, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and her team for their care.
Another Celebration at NMC Specialty Hospital
Later in the day, NMC Specialty Hospital recorded the birth of another Eid baby , a boy weighing 3.680kg, delivered via Cesarean section.
The newborn is the first child of Ethiopian parents: Cheekediss Tesfay, a messenger, and Wongwossenn Jereje Ariea, a government worker.
'Blessed Eid! Delighted to welcome baby of Cheekediss Tesfay on this auspicious occasion,' said Dr Sunita Gupta, who led the delivery.
'I wish her and her family happiness and joy in abundance.'
For millions, Eid Al Adha is a time of faith, family, and reflection. But for these five couples, it now marks something even more profound , the beginning of parenthood.
Their stories, scattered across the country and united by one sacred morning, made Eid 2025 a day they will never forget.
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