PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Daddy daycare! New father Louis Tomlinson grapples with car seat the day after his baby was born

Louis Tomlinson has been pictured the day after his son was born.

On Saturday, one day after he became a first-time father, the star was seen stepping out of a residence in Los Angeles while grappling with what appeared to be the base of a car seat.

The 24-year-old One Direction singer looked to be getting the grips of fatherhood as he carried the seat out to a car, although it's not clear whether the child was inside.

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Daddy daycare! Louis Tomlinson  stepped the day after his baby son was born, grappling with a car seat on Saturday in Los Angeles

Daddy daycare! Louis Tomlinson stepped the day after his baby son was born, grappling with a car seat on Saturday in Los Angeles

Deftly lifting the small chair in his arms, at one moment doing it with just one hand, he placed it into the back of the car.

The dark-haired British pop star cut a very casual figure, wearing a pair of black skinny jeans and a comfortable hoody while going barefoot.

His ever-growing hair was pushed over to the side, masking half of his no doubt tired face as he left a building just hours after he became a dad.

See more of the latest news on 1D's Louis Tomlinson as he welcomes his baby son  

Skillfully done: The 24-year-old carried the baby carrier to his car, parked outside a residence in LA - although it is not clear whether the child was with him

Skillfully done: The 24-year-old carried the baby carrier to his car, parked outside a residence in LA - although it is not clear whether the child was with him

Chilling: The new father appeared completely relaxed in his new duties as a father, rocking a casual outfit and going barefoot

Chilling: The new father appeared completely relaxed in his new duties as a father, rocking a casual outfit and going barefoot

Take it easy in a hoodie by Adidas Originals

Harry Styles is the member of One Direction we all think of when it comes to fashion and a signature look. The skinny jeans, silk scarves, unbuttoned shirts, patterned suits and of course is rock 'n' roll locks. Swoon.

But let's not forget Louis Tomlinson who, while different to Harry's, definitely has a style all is own. The pop star is much more 'average man on the street' with his look. He's more sporty, less high end and more accessible for that.

Here he is in yet another hoodie by Adidas Originals. He's a big fan of the sports brand but with easy-to-wear everyday pieces like this we can't blame him. So men, do it like 1D and click (right) to snap up Louis' hoodie now at Footlocker.

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Louis was not joined by the mother of the child, his ex-fling Briana Jungwirth, on the day: neither was he accompanied by current girlfriend Danielle Campbell.

However, the 1D star was escorted by a bodyguard, who helpfully opened the car's door for Louis has he juggled with the baby in the car seat, who remained obscured and unseen.

The baby has not yet had its name revealed, neither has he been seen, but Louis has spoken out on Twitter following the birth of his son. 

Juggling: Just 24 hours into being a dad, Louis handled the base of the car seat with ease

Juggling: Just 24 hours into being a dad, Louis handled the base of the car seat with ease

Off they go: Just one day after welcoming his son with ex-fling Briana Jungwirth, the One Direction star was taking charge
Off they go: Just one day after welcoming his son with ex-fling Briana Jungwirth, the One Direction star was taking charge

Off they go: Just one day after welcoming his son with ex-fling Briana Jungwirth, the One Direction star was taking charge

Feeling sleepy? No doubt feeling fatigued following the new responsibility, he wore his ever-growing longer hair brushed over his face 

Feeling sleepy? No doubt feeling fatigued following the new responsibility, he wore his ever-growing longer hair brushed over his face 

On Saturday - the same day he was first seen with the child - Louis posted online: 'I'm pleased to say my baby son was born yesterday :) He is healthy and pretty amazing, I'm very happy!!'

He then indicated he was relishing his new status as a parent as he added: 'Daddy daddy cool,' moments later.

And as if his happiness wasn't evident enough, he followed his latest comment up with three smiley faces which appeared as ':) :) :)', on his personal account. 

Alone time: Not present was new mother Briana, who Louis briefly dated last Spring

Alone time: Not present was new mother Briana, who Louis briefly dated last Spring

Altogether: The One Direction star was joined by a bodyguard and a friend, as well as the car's driver

Louis and his ex Briana, 23, became first-time parents on Friday and, although their child's name has yet to be revealed, there were widespread rumours they called him Sydney Rain.

Meanwhile, new reports claim that Louis nearly missed the birth of his son.

The singer's ex-fling Briana gave birth to their son on Friday January 22, but Louis reportedly had to spend most of the time sitting in his car while she was in labour, following an argument with her parents. 

Keeping him under wraps: The baby's name has not yet been revealed, and neither has he been seen

Spending time with his son: Louis made sure to be there the day after his child's birth, which he allegedly almost missed

Spending time with his son: Louis made sure to be there the day after his child's birth, which he allegedly almost missed

A source told The Sun newspaper: 'Briana's mother Tammi went berserk at him in the hospital. He spent a lot of the time she was in labour sat in his car because Tammi wouldn't let him near Briana.

'He's looked after her very well but Tammi feels it's not enough. They are trying to work out a custody deal.'

However, a representative for Louis has told MailOnline that he was most certainly present for the birth.

'This story is absolutely not true and Louis was by Briana's side the whole time in delivery room for the birth,' the spokesperson said.

Daddy daddy cool: The day after the birth, Louis confirmed the news on Twitter as he seemingly seemed to be relishing his new status as a parent

Daddy daddy cool: The day after the birth, Louis confirmed the news on Twitter as he seemingly seemed to be relishing his new status as a parent

Friendly exes: Although Louis and Briana are no longer romantically connected, multiple sources claim they remain good friends

Friendly exes: Although Louis and Briana are no longer romantically connected, multiple sources claim they remain good friends

 

 

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