Every path to parenthood is different. Sometimes it’s an unexpected and happy surprise, sometimes it turns out just as you planned, and other times it takes a lot of waiting. Heather Fujikawa, co-author of Fairy Birds, and her husband waited a long six years to meet their little dreamboat, Crew. And because we’re elated with the news of his healthy arrival, we couldn’t help ourselves from sharing both their maternity & newborn photos, captured so beautifully by Whitney Lauren Photography.

Hey little guy, welcome to the world!

Pretty sure they never stop staring at him (insert heart-eye emoji).

Baby snuggles are the best. Sending you and your family the biggest of hugs, Heather!