Love at first sight: Hayden Kho and Scarlet Snow Belo's first photos

March 3, 2015--on that fateful day, it was love at first sight for Dr. Hayden Kho Jr. and his daughter Scarlet Snow Belo.

"I will never forget that feeling of falling deeply and madly in love with a person I just met," Hayden wrote on his Instagram feed.

Looking at a picture of Hayden holding Scarlet in those first moments of life, one can almost feel the love flowing between this father and daughter duo.

Hayden, in particular, looks blissful as he stares down at baby Scarlet with love-struck eyes and the smallest of smiles. Even Scarlet looks content in her dad's arms, beaming back up at him.

Hayden posted the heartwarming photo on July 1 on his Instagram account. And in other photos documenting the special day, Hayden's joy is as clear as day.

Throwback to March 3, 2015 when our precious @scarletsnowbelo was born. I will never forget that feeling of falling deeply and madly in love with a person I just met. #LoveAtFirstSight
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on Jun 30, 2016 at 9:18am PDT

Next: Scarlet's very first photograph, and other heartwarming photos of Hayden and Scarlet Snow together

Scarlet's earliest photos

Here is the first ever photo of Scarlet. It was taken immediately after she was born.

Hello world. This was taken immediately after I was born. Everyone kept saying I have big feet and hands. Maybe it's because my dad is 6'3 or I might become a surgeon like mommy.????
A photo posted by Scarlet Snow Belo (@scarletsnowbelo) on May 18, 2016 at 10:00pm PDT

Another photo taken on the same day was shared on Scarlet's Instagram page, accompanied by a bible verse celebrating how wonderfully and fearfully made Scarlet is.

This is the Bible verse my dad reads to me every morning. 我要称谢你，因我受造奇妙可畏；你的作为奇妙，这是我心深知道的. In English, that means "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalms 139:14
A photo posted by Scarlet Snow Belo (@scarletsnowbelo) on Jun 30, 2016 at 9:31pm PDT

Check out Daddy Hayden's smile in this photo! He looks sooooo happy!

Happy birthday to my beloved @dochayden . I always could see that you were smart, witty kind caring and loving . It took awhile but you're the dream man I've always prayed for. Thank you for loving @scarletsnowbelo and me so well . We love you !!!
A photo posted by Vicki Belo, M.D. (@victoria_belo) on May 19, 2016 at 1:31pm PDT

Next: Hayden Kho and Scarlet Snow's most touching moments

Inseparable

Sixteen months hence, Hayden and Scarlet are still inseparable. From playdates to birthday parties, swimming lessons to walks around the park, Daddy Hayden and Scarlet Snow make up a magnificent duo.

And we just can't get enough of them!

Here's the very first photo of Scarlet shared by Hayden to announce to the world that he is a now a dad:

I guess God knew fatherhood would change me completely and bring me closer to being the kind of man He always wanted me to be, so He sent me and Vicki an angel who is to be our lifelong inspiration. Ladies and gentlemen, meet our daughter, Scarlet Snow. @scarletsnowbelo
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on May 15, 2016 at 7:00am PDT

"Sarap maging ama (It feels good to be a dad)," Hayden said of this photo.

@scarletsnowbelo's RBF at 4 mos. I'm having fun discovering the special characteristics that make my baby unique. Sarap maging ama.????????
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on May 26, 2016 at 1:42am PDT

Hayden is not afraid to show his silly side when Scarlet is around!

One great thing about being a Dad is that i get to be silly again. Scarlet Snow, I'll do ANYTHING just to see that smile on your face. I love you.
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on May 30, 2016 at 10:26pm PDT

Keep reading to see Hayden's baby photo vs. Scarlet's.

Hayden can't wait to spend time with Scarlet after a week-long trip.

Finally home from a weeklong trip. Bonding time with @scarletsnowbelo to make up for the time I spent away. I think the greatest gift you can give your child is really your time. In baby @scarletsnowbelo's equation, Time = Love.
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on Jun 20, 2016 at 8:37pm PDT

Hayden Kho and Scarlet Snow do I'm a Little Teapot.

????"Tip me over and pour me out!"???? #LittleTeaCup
A photo posted by Scarlet Snow Belo (@scarletsnowbelo) on Jun 27, 2016 at 2:27am PDT

Scarlet feels oh-so-safe in her daddy's arms.

Safe right here in Daddy's arms.⚔ @belobabylove
A photo posted by Scarlet Snow Belo (@scarletsnowbelo) on Jun 1, 2016 at 3:39am PDT

Next: A father's day video tribute for Hayden Kho

Father's day tribute

Here's a short video tribute for Hayden on his very first Father's Day.

Dear Daddy, I wish I could talk to say how much I love you. Thank you for always being there for me in all my activities like swimming, gymnastic, and music classes. Thank you for rocking me to bed at night. I feel so safe because you're so big and strong. Happy Fathers' Day. I love you.
A video posted by Scarlet Snow Belo (@scarletsnowbelo) on Jun 18, 2016 at 1:08pm PDT

And finally, here's a side-by-side photo of Hayden and Scarlet. Do you think they look alike?

Me and @scarletsnowbelo at 8mos.
A photo posted by Hayden Kho, jr, M.D. (@dochayden) on Jun 16, 2016 at 1:25pm PDT

We can't wait to see more of your bonding moments, Daddy Hayden and Little Scarlet Snow!

Read: Hayden Kho: “The greatest gift a parent can give a child is time”

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