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Good Sam Welcomes First Child of 2012

Matthew Minervini was born at 1:53 a.m. on Jan. 1.

Good Samaritan Hospital delivered Debra and Lenny Minervini, of West Islip, their second child and the first born in 2012.  

Matthew Jacob Minervini was born on Jan. 1 at 1:53 a.m. and weighed in at 6 pounds, 4 ounces.  

According to Good Sam, Lenny said the family's first-born, L.J., was thrilled to meet his new brother.  The hospital rewarded the family with a gift basket filled with newborn essentials. 

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“The nurses were wonderful during my long labor," Debra said.  "They provided the support needed to keep me focused."


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