A young mum-to-be who was told she would never fall pregnant due to a rare condition has decided to keep her miracle baby even though his birth could leave her paralysed and in pain forever .

RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .

BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .

STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .

CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls .

A diabetic who was addicted to energy drinks has lost 8st after doctors warned her habit was blinding her .

These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .

Forget One Direction and Cheryl Cole, a new calendar is celebrating Britain's real heroes - the nation's most inspiring mums .

Walking down the street in her local town, heads turn as Jessica Villafane passes by .

A professional dancer has embraced her individuality after refusing plastic surgery to remove a giant birthmark on her face .

FROM THE world famous Girl with a Pearl Earring painting to a jaguar in the grass, these incredible drawings are created from coloured ballpoint pens .

Most women would jump at the chance to put on some lipstick, sling on a pair of heels and head out for a romantic meal with their other half .