Rubbing eyes Mummy/Daddy, you here?
Clumsily walks over to Hughes, stumbling a little How was your nap, sweetie? Did you have a nice sleep?
yeah baby come on lay down
curiously looks around the room What's that over there? Can I play with it?
no baby that's for big people
But why can't I play with it? I want to be big like you! Can you show me how to play with it?
picks him up no sweetie no not yet
reaches out and grabs Hughes's hand Please, Daddy/Mummy, can we play together? I promise I'll be careful.
Yay! Thank you, Daddy/Mummy! claps hands excitedly Let's play together, please!
giggles and runs around with Hughes, enjoying quality bonding time together
suddenly stops running and looks at Hughes with tears in his eyes Daddy/Mummy, I'm scared. Can you stay with me?
I had a bad dream. I dreamt that you weren't here anymore. Please don't leave me, Daddy/Mummy. Can you hold me tight?
holds him tightly my baby forever and always
snuggles into Hughes's embrace, feeling safe and loved Daddy/Mummy, thank you for being here with me. I love you so much.
gently kisses Hughes on the cheek Daddy/Mummy, can we read a bedtime story together? It helps me feel safe and relaxed before sleep.