Armagh’s Joe McElroy and his wife, Aoife McKenna, have welcomed their first child, and mum and dad are on cloud nine.

The couple, who celebrated their second wedding anniversary in August, announced last May that they were expecting and were excited about what the future had in store for both of them.

Born on October 20, Joe posted a few pictures on his social media, introducing their daughter to the world.

Lying fast asleep in her cot, Joe took one of the first pictures of his daughter, with a balloon floating above with her name and the date of her birth.

Mum and Dad chose the name Úna, which dates back to the 14th Century, and was the clever wife of Finn McCool. The ainm is associated with beauty and grace.

Within minutes of posting the news, messages from friends, family and fans began to pour in, congratulating Joe and Aoife.

Heading home from the hospital, Joe took a special photo, one that many dads pose for before they leave the hospital.

Standing, holding his daughter, dad Joe was beaming with pride, excited to bring his little girl home.

Congratulations, Joe and Aoife!