A video from a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) has captured the hearts of many on social media, showcasing a beautiful adoption moment that embodies love at first sight.

The emotional clip opens with the adoptive parents, visibly moved, holding their newborn daughter for the first time. Wrapped snugly in a hospital blanket, the baby girl finds comfort in her mother's embrace. "She already knows her mama," the doctor remarks, fighting back tears. "Look how cozy she is. Oh, I’m going to cry now and I’m already!"

This touching scene follows a whirlwind 24 hours for the couple. Just the previous Tuesday, they received a life-changing call about a newborn girl in the NICU needing a home. With only 30 minutes to decide, they quickly packed their bags, boarded a flight, and traveled 10 hours across the country to meet their daughter.

They named her Haven Nevaeh Lawson. "We chose the name Haven," the parents explained in their post, "because we pray her life will be filled with safety, peace, and protection." The middle name, Nevaeh, which is 'heaven' spelled backward, was given by her birth mother. "We kept it to honor her bravery and the beautiful decision she made to choose life."

Now, nine days into their NICU journey with Haven, the parents express a mix of hope, vulnerability, and immense gratitude. "Adoption is joy and heartbreak intertwined," they reflect. "Yet amidst it all, we are filled with gratitude. She is worth every moment."

This touching story has resonated with many, reminding viewers of the profound beauty in choosing love, even during uncertain times.