Baby Ethan, was the first extra special delivery to arrive on Christmas Day at Salisbury District Hospital.

Baby Ethan arrived at 01.55 on 25 December weighing 6lb 5oz to mother Charlotte.

There were 4 babies in total born on Christmas Day, 2 boys and 2 girls at 01.55(b), 09.42(g), 22.13(b) and 23.39(g).

Kim Melbourne, Deputy Head of Maternity and Neonatal Services said: ‘It is always special for us when a new baby is born, but it does feel extra special to help welcome a baby into the world on Christmas Day! Congratulations to all our proud patients.’

More than 2300 number of babies are born at Salisbury District Hospital each year.