Parenting is one of the cutest moments in the animal kingdom. Animal parents teach their babies how to fly, walk, and hunt. Just like us, they keep their young safe and healthy and forget about themselves. For example, a harp seal mother doesn’t eat while she’s nursing her pup. Her nursing period lasts 12 days and she loses up to 7 pounds per day.

Bright Side has compiled a cute collection of animal mothers with their babies. If you are sure that your cute-o-meter is ready for this adventure, scroll down.

1. Mother’s arms are made of tenderness.

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