We have asked new parents to share their cutest images of the newest additions to their family to raise a smile among our readers and portray their experiences of giving birth and caring for a newborn baby during lockdown.
Many parents have said it’s been difficult not being able to introduce their new babies to their extended friends and family, and for others they have told of how the extended periods of isolation have been hard.
But a common thread among all mums and dads is that their baby’s new life has given their families a chink of light during the darker times.
Click through this article to take a look at 21 of the most wonderful babies born in Milton Keynes since the pandemic was announced in March 2020, and their adorable little faces.
1. Melodie
Kel-c Patmore said: "Melodie is 14 weeks she was born on Remembrance Day, and is perfect in every way." Photo: UGC
2. Esme
Amanda Dallison said: "My gorgeous girl, Esme, was born 11th December 2020. I suffered with HG through my pregnancy, alone, due to covid. (I was WFH whilst my husband had to go out to work) which was a huge struggle whilst also caring for our 3 year old." Photo: UGC
3. Ruby
Victoria Pattinson said: "My beautiful baby girl Ruby was born in October 2020. She will be four months next week. It's just so sad she hasn't met all my family and friends yet and have all the precious cuddles." Photo: UGC
4. Rex
Kerry Lewis said: "Rex was born on 25th October 2020. "Milton Keynes hospital did a great job. He was born with fluid on his lungs and later went onto have a touch of jaundice but we was looked after throughout by hospital and the midwife team and health visitor and I was allowed my baby's dad with me throughout my whole labour and all scans too." Photo: UGC