52 Aww-worthy Pics of Michael Phelps' Son Boomer

These sweet snapshots are guaranteed to make you smile

Updated May 05, 2018 01:54 PM

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WELCOME HOME

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The Olympic swimmer and wife Nicole Johnson welcomed their first child, son Boomer Robert Phelps, on May 5, 2016, which Phelps announced via Instagram. "Best feeling I have ever felt in my life!!!" the new dad wrote. "Nicole and Boomer both healthy!!!"

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DADDY & SON

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"Boomer & I are missing this handsome stud this morning," writes Johnson, captioning an adorable photo of the Olympic swimmer and their son.

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POOLSIDE CUTIE

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Like father, like son! Boomer is loving pool time as he lounges on a float with mom Nicole.

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GOLDEN BOY

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Boomer goes for the gold – and enjoys every minute of it – in a onesie fit for the son of an Olympian.

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BONDING TIME

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Phelps celebrates his first Father's Day with Boomer – and Johnson is there to document the candid moment. "You're such an incredible daddy to Boomer already & you can already see in Boomer's eyes how much he loves you!!" she captions the pic. "I look forward to watching your relationship grow."

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PUMP UP THE PAMPERING

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Boomer gears up for bath time as mom Nicole reveals that the newborn is "already loving the spa treatment."

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TRAINING HARD

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"Boomer and I got some extra laps in today!!" writes the doting dad on Instagram.

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SO STYLIN'

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The pint-sized style star poses for the camera in an adorable bandana and glasses-patterned onesie.

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GOOD NIGHT

Boomer ups the cute factor in his car seat, as he takes a nap with his plush toy and blankets.

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MEET-CUTE

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Phelps documents a cute moment with Boomer, as the newborn greets his fans on Instagram. "Boomer says what's up y'all!!!" the award-winning swimmer captions.

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FAMILY MATTERS

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So sweet! Phelps and Johnson clock in some cuddle time with their cutie.

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SWADDLED UP

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"He's just the best!!!" writes Phelps on Instagram. "I can't stop just looking at our awesome little guy!!"

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CHILL DAY

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Boomer practices his selfie pose with dad as the pair enjoys the weekend together.

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TERRIFIC TRIO

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He may not be focusing on the camera, but Boomer continues to be the center of attention in this family pic.

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LOUNGING AROUND

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Have you seen a more relaxed baby? Boomer is living the good life, lounging poolside.

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SLEEPY HEADS

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"The little man and I don't wanna get out [of] bed this morning!!" writes the Olympian, captioning a photo of himself with his son in bed.

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FAMILY PORTRAIT

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"So incredibly thankful for not only my lil family but everyone and everything that has helped to make this the most amazing year of my life!!" wrote the newly-minted Mrs. Phelps.

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JUST CHILLIN'

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Is there anything better than having a lazy day in with your loved ones? (Spoiler: there isn't.)

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HAPPY BABY

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Boomer can't help but show his excitement after getting a smooch from his mom.

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THROWING SHADE

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In case you had any doubt, Boomer is a proud member of the cool kids club.

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NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTTS

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The pint-sized cutie lets it all hang out while getting cozy on a plush animal.

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BABY ON BOARD

All smiles here! A jersey-clad Boomer gears up for a football game with his parents.

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LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON

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Phelps and Boomer rock similar expressions, poses and outfits on the tot's 6-month birthday.

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OH, CHRISTMAS TREE

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The Olympic swimmer documents the trio's outing to purchase their very first Christmas tree as a family-of-three.

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BEARER OF GOOD NEWS

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In what could only be described as one of Boomer's cutest pics ever, Michael, Nicole and their adorable son pose for pics on the couple's wedding day — where Boomer served as ring bearer.

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PINT-SIZED PUMPKIN

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Looking adorable as ever, Boomer slips into his favorite boots for a fall-inspired photoshoot.

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MOM, DAD & BABY

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The trio dress in their best for the 2016 Golden Goggles Awards.

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SANTA BABY

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Boomer — decked out in his holiday gear — is ready to take on Christmas.

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ALWAYS WINNING

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Have you seen a cooler kid?

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TAKE A SEAT

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Boomer gets silly while getting comfy on his monogrammed chair.

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FEELING CRABBY

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The Olympic swimmer's son channels his inner crab after bath time.

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STARRY SIGHT

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Boomer cuddles with mom as the two take flight.

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SUITED UP

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"My ninja outfit for the day!" reads the caption accompanying a snapshot of a smiling Boomer in a onesie.

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BALLIN' TIME

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Boomer trades in his swimming trunks for a footballon Super Bowl Sunday.

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LITTLE MUSTACHE MAN

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So dapper! Rocking a suit, Boomer tops off his look with a mustache pacifier.

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SPRING BREAKER

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All that's missing is the bottle ... of milk, of course!

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SWAN LAKE

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Serious goals.

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BRUSH WITH FAME

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"What do you guys think of the new style?" the tot asks — as if he even has to.

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REST STOP

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"These moments are just amazing!! I love taking a little nap with daddy!!" Boomer says. We bet Daddy agrees.

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IT'S A SMASH

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"Is it the weekend yet?" Boomer asks. He just gets us.

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FAN MOMENT

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Friends forever! Boomer hangs out with Olympian Katie Ledecky, who's equally excited to meet the pint-sized cutie.

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LITTLE FOODIE

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The ever-stylish Boomer (peep that necklace!) takes a break after finishing his dinner.

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SAY CHEESE

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Hello, handsome! Boomer can't help but smile in this sweet selfie.

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CUDDLES GALORE

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Boomer (literally) squeezes in some father-son time on the couch.

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SEAFOOD FEAST

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Baby's first crab meal! Boomer digs into an epic feast with mom and dad.

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BIRTHDAY FESTIVITIES

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Michael Phelps' 32nd birthday present? Sun and sand with his wife and little man.

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GAME ON

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How's this for some serious father-son bonding? The Olympic swimmer and his son unwind with a video game. "I love being able to sit and hang with him!!" read the photo caption. "Even if it's when I'm beating him in some games!!"

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FRIENDS FOREVER

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"Boomer was in my arms and asked to get down so he could give [Joey Maddison] a BIG HUG," Nicole wrote, captioning a snuggly snapshot. "Shortly after this they fell over because Boomer puts all his weight into his hugs."

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BIG THINGS AHEAD

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Boomer is going to be a big brother! The couple announced they are expecting their second child together on Instagram, captioning an adorable mother-son pic.

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SO EXCITED

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"Do I get to have a brother or sister?!?" read the caption of a photo that sees Boomer freaking out next to Nicole's positive pregnancy test.

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BROTHERLY LOVE

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In February 2018, Boomer becomes a big brother to Beckett. "I am officially a big bro!!! All I wanna do is hold him!" read the couple's first son's Instagram caption. "I can’t wait til I get to teach him so many cool things about the world!!"

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TWINNING MOMENT

Boomer looks very excited to be matching with dad.

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52 Aww-worthy Pics of Michael Phelps' Son Boomer

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WELCOME HOME

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DADDY & SON

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POOLSIDE CUTIE

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GOLDEN BOY

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BONDING TIME

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PUMP UP THE PAMPERING

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TRAINING HARD

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SO STYLIN'

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GOOD NIGHT

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MEET-CUTE

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FAMILY MATTERS

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SWADDLED UP

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CHILL DAY

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TERRIFIC TRIO

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LOUNGING AROUND

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SLEEPY HEADS

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FAMILY PORTRAIT

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JUST CHILLIN'

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HAPPY BABY

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THROWING SHADE

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NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTTS

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BABY ON BOARD

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LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON

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OH, CHRISTMAS TREE

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BEARER OF GOOD NEWS

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