WELCOME to the world the latest new arrivals from across the region.

Times may be far from normal just now but life carries on regardless, and we gave new parents who have had an arrival during lockdown and the coronavirus pandemic the chance to share their baby with the world.

As lockdown restrictions ease, many are now getting to meet family and friends for the first time, definitely a time for celebration.

If you would like to share your happy news with us you can fill in our Q&A at dailyecho.co.uk/new-arrivals

But first, meet some of the region’s newest residents.

We have early arrivals, late arrivals and due date babies.

One gorgeous little fighter is doing well despite being born with a congenital heart condition and one Star Wars mad family were lucky enough to have a new arrival on Star Wars Day May 4 and even gave their little one a themed middle name.

There were big smiles across the board as these tiny tots brought joy to their parents and often their siblings too.

New Mums and Dads have been writing to us in their dozens, keen to show off their new bundle of joy, but also thank incredible NHS staff who were as brilliant as ever during labour and any hospital stays despite coronavirus limitations and full personal protective equipment having to be worn.