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First Baby Born At Newly-Opened UCHealth Highlands Ranch

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (CBS4) - The newly-opened UCHealth Highlands Ranch has already welcomed its first baby. Elésha and Doug Burford of Englewood delivered their baby girl just after 8 a.m. Tuesday.

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Eloise Marie Burford weighs 7 pounds and 9 ounces and measured 19¾ inches.

UCHealth HR Eloise Marie Burford
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UCHealth HR Elésha Burford and Eloise Marie Burford
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"The nurses and Dr. Lingle made it such a peaceful experience," Elésha said. "We've been very overwhelmed with love, there's no doubt about that."

UCHealth HR Elésha Burford, Eloise Marie Burford, Doug Burford
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The new hospital features advanced cancer care, cardiac services and women's health services.

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