All pictures of children are cute, but there’s something special about newborn pictures. They are symbolic of new beginnings and adventures—and they are so sweet. If a picture is worth a thousand words, we can make a strong argument that newborn photos are worth a million.

If you’re in need of an instant pick-me-up, or you’re looking for newborn photo ideas, check out these adorable pics from Instagram:

22 of the sweetest newborn pictures from Instagram

1. Forever love

2. Lovely one

3. Little sunshine

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4. Newness

5. A precious grin

6. Bundles of love

7. Here on earth

8. All the stars

9. The perfect pair

10. Newborn sweetness

11. Pretty in purple

12. Baby in blue

13. Cuteness alert

14. Doll baby

15. Welcome to the world

16. Besties forever

17. Floral favorite

18. Brotherly love

19. A pretty flower

20. Football dreams

21. A royal princess

22. Triple cuteness

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