And many families across Hartlepool are making special memories this festive season as their babies get ready for their first-ever Christmas. With just a few more sleeps until Santa Claus comes to town, we are helping little bundles of joy across town make their first December 25 one to remember.
Join us as we raise a festive toast to Christmas 2022; a time of year made all-the-more special for these families with the addition of their new arrivals.
A big thank you to all those who shared pictures of their little ones on our Facebook page – they are all so special.
13. Not sure ...
Matilda looks as though she's got some questions for Santa ... including what he'd like left out for him on Christmas Eve! Photo: Emma Jane Hogarth
15. Little buddy
Alfie Winspear, age 8 months, makes an adorable elf. Photo: Chelsea Leigh Aveyard
16. Lady in red
Amélie age 11 months, ready to celebrate her first Christmas. Photo: Beth Kiely