Baby expected to St. Paddy's Day arrives on Leap Day

Leap Year baby born at UPMC Magee
Leap Year baby born at UPMC Magee Photo credit UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

A Pittsburgh couple was expecting to welcome their daughter on St. Patrick’s Day, but she decided to arrive on another special day, Leap Day.

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital says they helped welcome Alaya Brooklyn Harper on February 29, 2024 at 6:05 a.m.

Babies born on February 29 have a birthday that only happens every four years.

Featured Image Photo Credit: UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital