Zach's Uncle Alex has been there since one hour after Zach was born (Alex escaped early from his internship and raced over to the hospital as soon as he knew Zach was born). And he's been here every step of the way since then.
Alex spent almost every evening with us for the first month of Zach's life, and we now get to see him a couple times a week, even though he's increasingly busy. Alex had very little prior baby experience- but now is an expert is holding and handling Zach. They cuddle and play, and now "chat." Alex notices and celebrates each milestone (e.g. last night "he did a two syllable coo.")
Zach loves his uncle and clearly feels safe with him. Alex doesn't just play with Zach when he's happy, Alex takes turns with Zach when he's grumpy and inconsolable; he knows all the tricks to try to cheer Zach up; he takes his turn as we pass Zach around during meal times. And last night, the final hurdle, while babysitting Uncle Alex even changed a poopy diaper!
Zach (and we) are so luck to have Alex as such a sweet and integral part of our family!
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This post? Was not surprising to me.
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