Storm Lake, IA (northwestiowanow.com) — The first baby of 2025 in Storm Lake was welcomed January 1 12:43 pm at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center. Proud parents Thandar and Soe introduced Izabella who weighed 5 pounds 8 ounces and measured 18 3/4 inches. The BVRMC First Embrace Obstetrics gifted the couple with a baby essentials basket.