You’ve got to appreciate Michael Phelps‘ athleticism and perseverance. He’s earned an Olympic record 28 medals over the course of 4 Olympic games. And that’s after overcoming a gambling addiction and alcohol dependence. He even avoided the Brazilian dumpster fire that is Ryan Lochte.

Now he’s retired from professional swimming and a new father. A fallen hero that’s arisen from the ashes – a true inspiration.

It looks like he’s got a good start on fatherhood based on this Instagram post.

This is the cutest thing you will see all day.