The first cry. The first sight. The first touch. Do you remember witnessing that heavenly first look of your newborn? That incredible feeling you experience when this little bundle of joy is placed in your hands for the first time. All parents go through this special phase when a baby enters their life. Tears, smiles and a sigh of relief to finally see the baby. While mothers are mostly exhausted and relieved, it’s the fathers who display some memorable expressions. Oh, their faces when they hold a newborn in their arms for the first time!
Recent studies suggest that a father’s participation in the process of childbirth has a profound effect him. So does holding his child for the first time! These moments are said to create a powerful and permanent bond among the two. Now, isn’t that lovely?
With father’s day around the corner, we bring you 20 soul-stirring photos that captured the initial encounters between a father and his newborn. These pictures fall short of words when it comes to describing the overwhelming aura it carries!
Dear new daddies, you look ‘oh so wonderful’ in these pictures!
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Sometimes words can’t do justice to how you feel. Only tears can. This shot is a perfection.
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Image: Courtney Larson / inlovenessphotography.com
He is indeed a lover, a nurturer, and a protector.
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Image: Sophia’s Special Delivery / sophiabirth.com
Childbirth is an ethereal process in itself. Witnessing it is indescribable!
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Image: Courtney Larson / inlovenessphotography.com
When the child in you awakens to connect with that little one of yours!
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Image: Lynsey Stone / dfwbirthphotographer.com
What could be cuter than this picture perfect family?
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Image: docubirth.com / Via vimeo.com
Is it just me or these two look beyond adorable?!
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Image: Naomi Solomon, The Journey of Birth Photography / Via thejourneyofbirth.com
The first touch and he was in love all over again.
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Image: Lauren Guilford / laurenguilford.com
A father’s vow sealed in a kiss.
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Image: Lindsey Scholz / lindseyscholzphotography.blogspot.com
Becoming a father is like winning the best gift you could ever ask for!
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Image: Dusti Lynn Photography / theartofbirth.com
I can’t help but gush at the delicacy with which he handles his child!
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Image: Lauren Guilford / laurenguilford.com
He is the solace they seek.
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Image: Fresh Love Birth Photography / freshlovebirth.com
A heart-warming moment captured perfectly.
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Image: Lauren Guilford / laurenguilford.com
The way he looks at them is enchanting!
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Image: Photography by Brooke Schwab / brookeschwab.com
When words fell short, his tears spoke for him.
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Image: Lindsey Scholz / lindseyscholzphotography.blogspot.com
Silent promises and expectations highlight this picture.
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Image: aphotobyashleyblog.com
A delicate heart in a tough body! That’s what dads are.
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Image: vimeo.com / Via You & Me Cinematography
This dad is undoubtedly enjoying his fatherhood! Isn’t this cool?
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Image: Sophia’s Special Delivery / sophiabirth.com
Three generations captured in a single frame. The bond between a father and his child is eternal.
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Image: Megan Bowen / snaplifephotography.com
The best feeling in the world is to father a child!
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Image: Dusti Lynn Photography / theartofbirth.com
Parenthood is indeed a blessing in disguise.
These pictures have managed to capture some beautiful encounters between a father and his child. Though men may not always showcase their affection, they are always there for their child as a savior and guardian.
Fathers are often portrayed to be tough and strong on the exterior. However, inside the superman hides a delicate heart and a gentle being. They express their love and care in various forms, which mostly go unrecognized in the chaos of life. So let’s take a moment to look around and appreciate all the little things dads do for the happiness of their family. Daddies of the world, you are awesome. Remember that!
