BECAUSE of restrictions due to the pandemic, many mums have been going into hospital alone and going through the birth process without a loved one by their side.

But it’s also a special time to be born, and we want to share your good news with our readers.

We would love to publish your treasured photos of your newborn babies in our pages and on our website, bringing joy to our readers. Just send the pictures in with a few family details.

Also, we would love to receive photos of your beloved pets. We all love cute animal photos, so send us pictures of your family pets - along with a few details of what makes them so special to you - so that we can publish them for our readers to enjoy.

Send your photos of your babies and pets, with a few family details if you wish, to vivien.mason@cravenherald.co.uk.