The Gazette and Advertiser Child of the Year contest’s winner for 10-18 months category is Alfie, aged 15 months.

Aflie emerged as the winner after contesting for the prize with 20 other adorable babies who were shortlisted for the final.

His picture was nominated by his mum Hannah, who said she couldn’t believe the news of Alife winning the prize.

“I saw the contest and decided to send his picture. We are very happy,” she said.

Alfie was born on May 19, 2020.

He lives with his parents Hannah and Dan S in Hampshire.

Hannah said Alfie’s favourite TV show is Little Baby Bum on Netflix.

“He loves the music and dancing along to it. He also loves Thomas and Friends,” she added.

Alfie loves all kinds of fruits, especially strawberries.

“He also enjoys ice cream, and he knows that ice cream is kept in the freezer.”

His favourite toy is Ewan the sheep which goes everywhere with him.

Alfie loves to be outside, and hence his favourite place to go is the play park. If not the park, he loves to play and spend time in his garden.

The Child of the Year pictures were published on August 5, 2021, edition of the Gazette.

There were four age categories - 0-9 months, 10-18 months, 19-36 months and 3-6 days.

The winners were selected based on the number of votes we received with the coupon published along with the contest pictures.