Unfortunately, E will have to wait a few weeks to actually meet them in person because they are in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). We can't wait for him to meet them! Our intuition is that he will be a sweet and caring big brother, as well as perhaps a little bossy too. But, how can the first born not be a little bossy, right? ;)
Rena asleep -- one week old
Sophianne asleep on mommy -- one week old
Meanwhile, he continues to practice his brother skills by pretending that his stuffed animals are his babies. It's really sweet to hear various comments from his little mouth..."Oh, they're so tiny....so cute....it's okay...I cry sometimes too...." He is so affectionate and gives little kisses to his stuffed animals. It will be interesting to see how he interacts with his sisters when they come home.
P and I have been trying our best to help him understand what is happening with his sisters by taking lots of photos and videos of them. I know that he has his lifetime to bond with his sisters, but I also want to facilitate bonding and love for them as much as we can even though he can't hold or touch them now.
Elijah helping mommy eat her hospital food
