Smallest baby born at HealthPark Medical Center off ventilator

Reporter: Amanda Hall Writer: Matias Abril
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In May, Darionna was born at HealthPark Medical Center and was the smallest baby ever born at the hospital.

At birth, she weighed 9.5 ounces, weighing less than a Coke can. After being delivered, she was transferred to the NICU at Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Three months later, Darionna is 2 pounds, 4 ounces, and getting bigger and stronger by the day.

She’s still receiving oxygen, but she is off the ventilator.

And, according to her mom, Darionna is enjoying something new: a pacifier.

If you would like to help cover the cost of much-needed diapers, wipes and a bassinet for when she comes home, click here.

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