HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Medical Center has been forced to close the hospital to visitors. That can create a little anxiety among loved ones, especially if a newborn is on the way.
Last week, the hospital shared a story about Diane and Bryan Almquist, along with Lori Newton, who spent most of Thursday awaiting the birth of a new grandchild. And they did it from the parking lot of the hospital.
Ashley and Jordan Newton arrived at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Wednesday evening. With a "No Visitor" policy in place because of the pandemic, the Almquist’s made the most of the situation. Through sun, clouds and a rainstorm, they camped out in the bed of a pickup, awaiting the big event.
Ashley delivered Kase Roger Newton at 3:25 a.m. on Friday.