Bath Time

I never realized how helpful a 'not-quite-2 yr old' could be. Gabe is so attentive to detail and reliant upon our schedule and the routine we keep that he's able to really be helpful with Gavin. It surprises me.

This is the first time the 2 boys have been able to be in the tub together (a BIG help to mommy). Gabe was so sweet not to splash and be wild in the tub. Gavin sat in the infant tub because he's still not quite sitting up unsupported yet. Gabe poured water over Gavin's head with a cup that we use to wash his hair and he tried to help me 'wash' the baby. It was really sweet. He was naming body parts and showing his brother how to take a bath. It sure made my life easier to bathe them 2 at the time.

Gabe also helps with getting Gavin a pacifier or bottle when he cries. He knows where we keep Gavin's diapers too and will bring one to us if he thinks that is what brother needs. Gabe can just barely peek in over the side of the bassinet where Gavin sleeps and if he cries while in there for a nap, Gabe will run into our room and look in at throw a pacifier to him. Gabe has also learned how to say, "Shhhhhh." If Gavin's in the swing and it stops, Gabe will push it again. Gabe puts toys in brother's hands and they 'play' in the floor tofether too.

I'm so proud of how well they are getting along. Gabe is such a great helper and big brother. He loves Gavin to pieces.

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