PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Women & Infants Hospital reached a new milestone at 10:59 a.m. on Tuesday. At 6 pounds and 11 ounces, April Elvannia da Rocha Oliveira was the first baby to be born in the hospital's new Brown University Labor and Delivery Center. BACKGROUND: Women & In fants opening new labor and delivery ward According to Care New England, 80% of Rhode Island's babies are delivered at Women & Infants. The new facility is 18,000 square feet and doubles the size of patients’ rooms. Medical staff also no longer have to take newborns out of their mother’s room if the baby needs to be evaluated. "This historic birth is a proud moment for Women & Infants and a symbol of our ongoing dedication to providing top-tier maternal care," Women & Infants President Shannon Sullivan said in a press release. "The Brown University Labor and Delivery Center represents the next chapter in our mission to offer the safest and highest-quality care." Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less