Asher James Dengler.

Sean and Kim Dengler of Urbandale welcomed the birth of their first child, Asher James Dengler, on December 22. He was born at Methodist West Hospital in West Des Moines. Asher came into the world weighing 8 lbs, 7.8 oz while measuring 21 inches.

Grandparents are Jim (James) and Linda Hale of Clive, Iowa, and Mark and Sandy Dengler of Dysart. While it is still winter, Asher is already looking forward to the Winding Stairs Festival in August.