'I'm excited to experience Christmas through my baby's eyes, even if he doesn’t understand it yet'

Just because a newborn won't remember their first Christmas doesn't mean it's not a memorable and magical time. Two new mums describe this unique occasion in their babies' lives

Ariana Dunne and her baby Raya.

Most people remember the anticipation of childhood Christmases — the heady joy of anticipation, the magical wonder of it all and a general feeling of happiness for weeks in advance. This tends to wane a little during the teenage years and even more so into adulthood when there is a little less excitement and more of a lean into cooking, cleaning and shopping for all in sundry.

But as soon as children arrive on the scene, the joy of the festive season returns in abundance as parents get to experience the magic and awe through their child’s eyes. So there is no doubt that baby’s first Christmas is a special time as new parents enjoy the occasion and also look forward to future celebrations.