James and Sara Stepalavich of Warwick announce the birth of their son, Ethan Gary Stepalavich, on April 23, 2012 at 11:36 a.m. He weighed 7 lbs. 8 oz. and was 18½ inches long at birth. He is also welcomed by is brother, Shane Stepalavich, age 3.

Maternal grandparents are Donald and Gail Henderson of Healdsburg, Calif.

Paternal grandparents are Gary and Diane Stepalavich of Cranston.