We were apprehensive when bringing Sammy home about Faye's reaction to a baby in the house. Most of this stems from how she behaved when I was watching Vivian; Faye had been upset and seemed to dislike having Viv around. She was also 18 month younger at that point. The other cause for concern was the communication block- we couldn't fully explain to Faye that she was going to be a big sister, or even what a sister was.
When we got home from the hospital, Faye was more interested in Grandma's camera than the fact a baby was in the room. This attitude continued. She has acknowledged 'Baby Brother' in her prayers, or when he cries, but has other wise been indifferent toward the little guy.
Slowly she's starting to warm up to Sam. I have difficulty containing my joy Every time she interacts with him.
"Come on, Baby Brother!" "So fast, Baby Brother"
Sam gave us his first smile while on a shopping trip. Grandma showed Faye how to tickle Sam to get more smiles. She's quite good at getting smiles out of him.
Now she is starting to show her interest in mothering by mimicking. For instance, with this pump part.
This really has been the best case scenario for us. I'm so glad our Faye is warming up to being a big sister, and I can hardly wait to watch these two become friends.
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