Generation Beta: Australian New Year’s Day Babies
In a night filled with fireworks and celebrations, the beginning of 2025 held a special significance for two proud sets of parents in Sydney and Melbourne. Budianto and Siska Apriyanti Sim welcomed their second son, Shawn, as the first baby born in Sydney in the new year, while Vivek Menon celebrated the arrival of his daughter, Marya, in Melbourne less than an hour later.
A Memorable Start
Baby Shawn made his grand entrance into the world a bit earlier than expected, 17 days before his due date. Despite the surprise, he was born happy and healthy, weighing a robust three kilos. His parents, Budianto and Siska, were overjoyed by the unexpected turn of events. “It’s a very beautiful moment for us,” Budianto shared, while Siska added, “Shawn wanted to party, he likes to party.”
Tears of Joy
Meanwhile, in Melbourne, baby Marya’s arrival brought tears of joy to her parents, Vivek and his partner. Born on her due date, Marya’s birth marked the beginning of a brand new generation. Vivek expressed his overwhelming emotions, saying, “It’s just a top of the world feeling. Looking at her as soon as she came out, we were in tears because we just couldn’t hold it back.”
Generation Beta
These newborns, Shawn and Marya, along with all children born between 2025 and 2039, are part of what experts are calling Generation Beta. Their unique birth date not only gives them a memorable birthday but also symbolizes the start of a whole new era.
As the nation welcomes these precious little ones, their arrival serves as a reminder of hope, new beginnings, and the endless possibilities that the future holds. The proud parents, Budianto, Siska, Vivek, and their families, are filled with love and excitement for what lies ahead as they embark on this incredible journey of parenthood.
With the dawn of a new year, these babies bring a sense of renewal and optimism, reminding us all of the beauty and wonder of life. As we celebrate their births and the start of Generation Beta, let their innocence and purity inspire us to create a better world for them to grow and thrive in.