51 adorable pictures of babies enjoying their first Christmas in Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey

As the song goes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year – and it’s even more wonderful with a little one in tow!

For parents who have welcomed a new addition in the last year, their baby’s first Christmas is often a joyous milestone.

We asked parents to send in pictures of their babies enjoying their first Christmas in their best festive attire – and we were overwhelmed by the response.

Here are 51 babies celebrating their first Christmas in Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey. They’re sure to make you smile!

45. Baby's first Christmas

A lovely snap of Luca with Rudolph. Photo: Rebecca Young

46. Baby's first Christmas

Annie, 7 months. Photo: Ashleigh Weir

47. Baby's first Christmas

Enjoying a ride in Santa's sleigh. Photo: Katherine Campbell

48. Baby's first Christmas

3-month-old Lottie. Photo: Jemma Elliott

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