Becoming a big sister or big brother is a momentous occasion in any child’s life – even if they’ve been there and done that already.
After nine long months of waiting, a bub’s arrival is the start of a lifelong sibling bond. And whether the newborn is met with wonder and delight, or toddler scepticism, there’s something so beautiful about the first-time siblings set eyes on one another.
Here are 9 photos that will melt hearts and send ovaries all aflutter, care of the IAPBP.
1. The sweetest hello
(via Jessie Fultz Photography)
2. Discovering a friend for life
(via Marcy Harris Photos)
3. Open hands, open heart
(via Kerfox.com)
4. Sharing a moment with mum
(via Kerfox.com)
5. Excited, excited, EXCITED!!!
(via Mamarazzi Photography)
6. Savouring every special detail
(via Mamarazzi Photography)
7. The wow factor when triplets arrive
(via JBC Photography)
8. “Hmmm, I wonder what happens if I do this…?”
(via KEDocumentary.com)
9. Celebs have kids too – meet P!nk’s gorgeous pair
(via Instagram)
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