CHRISTMAS is extra special when there is a new addition to the family.

Readers shared their festive baby photos of babies enjoying the traditions in the lead up to the big day.

Mum, Nikki Stewart, from Basildon, is thrilled to see her six month old daughter Sofia enjoyingChristmastimeandlittle Albie, five months, is enjoying lots of cuddles with mum Gemma Jackson in Rochford.

Three-month-old Eliza has loved seeing Santa with her big sister Amelia and having with mum Emma Punteney and the family.

Tiny tot Milo, who is just one month old, is amazed by the twinkling lights with dad Daniel Clarke and the family.

Echo: Cherie Rockall's baby EvelynCherie Rockall's baby Evelyn (Image: Cherie Rockall)

Cherie Rockall’s three month old Evelyn, recently had heart surgery but her outfit was laid over her for the hospital Christmas jumper charity day.