Proud parents across the city and surrounds have welcomed some adorable new bubs into their homes - and their hearts. It's always an exciting time and we are pleased to help share some of the first moments of the expanded families.

To see more birth announcements from 2023, check out the galleries below:

Did you miss our photographer when they stopped by Bathurst Base Hospital? You can still have your birth announcement included in our gallery by emailing a photo of the new arrival to rachel.chamberlain@westernadvocate.com.au

Don't forget to include your baby's full name and date of birth; the names of both parents; and the details of any brothers and sisters.

If you would like the birth announcement to also be printed in the newspaper, please let us know in your email.

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