It really comes as no surprise to anyone that Carter has instantly taken to his newest little sister big time. Just like with Addie 4 1/2 years ago when Carter was only 17 months old, he is instantly enamoured with the newest member to our family from day one. It worked out beautifully that Spring Break was the very week that Delaney was born so he had nine days straight to bond with her. There were times he didn't want to go run errands with Blake as he wanted to stay with the baby... it was amazing to watch this as their mom. 
The entire first week, Carter called Delaney "the baby." He would hold her for 30 or more minutes and never once complain, he was at peace with her in his arms. On the very first day home, I explained to him that babies do four things: eat, poop, sleep and cry and don't worry if they cry. Sometimes they just cry and if you have made sure that they have a clean diaper, aren't hungry or overly tired, then you have done everything you can and it's okay; he's never gotten uptight or annoyed when she has cried. 
That first day, I also explained that she may cry when we change her diaper because she is cold and isn't close to anyone so he can gently put his hand on her chest to calm her... everyday since, without being reminded, he has wanted to keep his warm hand on her and whispers, "it's okay baby girl, Carter is right here," to let her know he is near while I change her. He is always wanting to give her the paci and I had to explain that many times she doesn't want/need it.
He always wants to be sitting close to her while I feed her and in this 21st century has become the controller of my baby feeding app on my phone! He LOVES to be in charge of hitting all the buttons.
We couldn't ask for a better big brother than Carter and I count my blessings everyday that he is as amazing as he is with NOW his TWO little sisters to watch over and protect for the rest of his life.
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